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Medina Today
By the People, for the People
32nd Medina Ice Festival to draw thousands to downtown this weekend
Professional carvers compete in speed, individual and team events Feb. 20–23 as one of Ohio's largest winter festivals returns to Public Square.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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The 32nd annual Medina Ice Festival is returning to the city's historic square this weekend, bringing more than 120 hand-carved ice sculptures, live carving contests, and the popular Fire & Ice Tower to downtown Medina. The festival runs from February 20-23, with events centered around Public Square and South Town.
Why it matters
The Medina Ice Festival is one of Ohio's largest winter festivals, drawing thousands of visitors each year to view large-scale ice sculptures and watch professional carvers compete in various events. The festival helps drive tourism and economic activity to the city of Medina during the winter months.
The details
Presented by Elegant Ice Creations, the festival features three rounds of speed carving on Friday evening, followed by the lighting of the Fire & Ice Tower at 7 p.m. The weekend continues with an individual carving competition on Saturday and a team competition on Sunday, each running from noon to 5 p.m.
- The 32nd annual Medina Ice Festival runs from February 20-23, 2026.
- The speed carving events take place on Friday, February 20 at 5:30 pm, 6 pm, and 6:30 pm.
- The Fire & Ice Tower is lit at 7 pm on Friday, February 20.
- The individual carving competition is on Saturday, February 21 from 12 pm to 5 pm.
- The team carving competition is on Sunday, February 22 from 12 pm to 5 pm.
The players
Elegant Ice Creations
The company that presents the Medina Ice Festival, one of Ohio's largest winter festivals.
City of Medina
The city that hosts the Medina Ice Festival, which takes place in the historic downtown Public Square and South Town areas.
Main Street Medina
The organization that provides updated schedules and maps for the Medina Ice Festival.
What’s next
Visitors can find updated schedules and maps for the Medina Ice Festival from the City of Medina and Main Street Medina.
The takeaway
The Medina Ice Festival is a beloved annual event that showcases the city's vibrant downtown, attracts thousands of visitors, and highlights the talents of professional ice carvers from across the region.
