Shippensburg Celebrates Second Annual Winterfest

Downtown event featured ice sculptures, food trucks, and Valentine's Day activities

Feb. 22, 2026 at 1:47pm

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Shippensburg residents and visitors gathered in the downtown area for the second annual Winterfest celebration on Valentine's Day. The event, hosted by local organizations, featured intricately designed ice sculptures, food trucks, games, and holiday-themed activities for couples, families, and friends.

Why it matters

Winterfest serves as a community-building event that brings together residents and visitors to enjoy the winter season and celebrate Valentine's Day. The festival highlights local businesses, artists, and organizations, while providing festive activities and entertainment for all ages.

The details

The Winterfest event took place along King Street in downtown Shippensburg, with activities and attractions on both sides of the street. The main attraction was the 20 ice sculptures created by nationally recognized local artist Danny Kissel, featuring designs sponsored by various local businesses. Other activities included cornhole, miniature golf, a live carving demonstration, and food trucks serving a variety of cuisine.

  • Winterfest was held on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Downtown Organizations Investing Together (D.O.I.T.)

The local organization that co-hosted the Winterfest event.

Shippensburg University Student Services Inc. (SUSSI)

The university organization that co-hosted the Winterfest event.

Danny Kissel

A nationally recognized local artist who created the intricate ice sculptures featured at Winterfest.

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The takeaway

Winterfest has become an annual tradition in Shippensburg, showcasing the community's spirit and providing a festive way for residents and visitors to celebrate the winter season and Valentine's Day together.