Lac La Biche Ice Festival
The Annual Winter Ice Festival is back on the ice—Bigger and Better than Ever! Happening on February 27th, 28th, and March 1st!
You do not want to miss this!
Join the tradition since 1984, see you there!
The Lac La Biche Ice Festival returns February 27, 28, & March 1, 2026 — celebrating our roots while revving up with new thrills, tastes, and traditions!
Plan your weekend and get ready for a ton of high-energy winter fun on the lake! 
Get ready for:
Ice Car Races
Mega Truck Racing Sled Drags & Snowmobiles
Vintage Sleds
Axe Throwing
Trappers Displays
Youth Pond Hockey
Kids, Family & Cultural Activities Trade Show & Job Fair
And SO much more!Bundle up, bring your crew, and feel the freeze, fun, and festival spirit!
Entry Fees: Kids 8 and under Free, $10 per person, $40 groups of 5-7 people
Cash and debit are accepted at the gate and for registration, but other activities require cash (concessions, raffles, etc.).
Please dress for the weather; this is an outdoor event on the lake. Parking is in designated areas on the lake or by the LLB Museum. Please expect to walk.
NOTE: NO Drones Allowed.
Note: cancelled are the Aircraft Ice Fly-In, Flying Tours
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FRIDAY, FEB 27
2 pm-5 pm Kick-Off Ice Block Party* at 101 Ave – 102 St
2 pm-5 pm Kick-Off Ice Block Party* at 101 Ave – 102 St
7 pm Music Concert Bold Centre
SATURDAY, FEB 28
8 am Gates open
8 am Gates open
8 am-10:30 am Pancake Breakfast on the Ice
8 am- 12 pm Sled Drag Registration till 10 am & Ice Race Car till 12 pm -Look for the registration trailer.
9 am-4 pm Concessions, Food Trucks & Roast a Hot Dog/Smokie on the Fire!
Youth Pond Hockey Tournament 10 am-12 pm Ice on White Little’ Chipper10 am-4 pm
OLAF here all weekend!*
Ice Sculpting Displays*
Intro to Snowmobile Rider Training All Ages
Visit the First Nation 18ft Teepee*
Metis Cultural Tent*
Trappers Display
Axe Throwing (Fees Apply)
Trade Show & Job Fair, McArthur
Ice Sculpting Displays*
Intro to Snowmobile Rider Training All Ages
Visit the First Nation 18ft Teepee*
Metis Cultural Tent*
Trappers Display
Axe Throwing (Fees Apply)
Trade Show & Job Fair, McArthur
11 am MEGA Truck Practice
Snowmobile Drag Races 1 Day 11 am!
Snowmobile Drag Races 1 Day 11 am!
11 am-4 pm FREE Horse & Sleigh rides
11 am–12 pm Ice Race Car Practice 12:20 pm to 5 pm
1 pm Race Car Ride Alongs – Always wanted to ride in a race car. Strap in for charity. Go to the registration trailer
1 pm MEGA Truck Race #1
Car Ice Races – Western Canadian Ice Racing Championships
1 pm MEGA Truck Race #1
Car Ice Races – Western Canadian Ice Racing Championships
2 pm MEGA Truck Race #2
2-4 pm Ice on White Little’ Chippers*3 pm MEGA Truck Race #3
4 pm Live Auction! LLB Back Country Snowmobile Club fundraiser
4 pm Snowball Race – Vintage Sled Fun Event
4:40 pm Charity Races
5 pm Dinner & Entertainment by Girlz with Guitarz, Community Hall, Bold Centre. Awards Snowmobile Racers
Tickets available Saturday on the ice at the registration trailer or at the door (while they last). Get in on the 50/50 Raffle
Tickets available Saturday on the ice at the registration trailer or at the door (while they last). Get in on the 50/50 Raffle
*Supported by an Alberta CIP community grant to the Lac La Biche Lions Club, presented in conjunction with the Lac La Biche Ice Festival.
SUNDAY, MARCH 1
8 am Gates Open
8-10:30 am Pancake Breakfast on the 9 am–4 pm Concessions Food
9 am- 10 am-Vintage Sled Trail Ride to the LLB Mission – Register on ice at the LLB Back Country Riders.
Ride starts at 10 am
12 pm Ice on White Little’ Chipper10 am–4 pm
OLAF here all weekend!*
Ice Sculpting Displays*
Introduction to Snowmobile Rider Training
Visit the First Nation 18ft Teepee*
Metis Cultural Tent*
Trappers Display
Axe Throwing (Fees Apply)
Car Ice Races – Western Canadian Ice Racing Champions 11 am-4 pm
Ice Sculpting Displays*
Introduction to Snowmobile Rider Training
Visit the First Nation 18ft Teepee*
Metis Cultural Tent*
Trappers Display
Axe Throwing (Fees Apply)
Car Ice Races – Western Canadian Ice Racing Champions 11 am-4 pm
FREE Horse & Sleigh Rides
FREE Kids Fun Day
FREE Kids Fun Day
11 am MEGA Truck Race
Race Car Ride Alongs – Always wanted to ride in a race car? Strap in for charity. Go to the registration trailer on the ice.
1 pm MEGA Truck Race #2
Kids Activities on the Ice
4 pm Ice on White Little’ Chippers*
Snow’n’Shine Vintage Sled Display 2:15 pm-5 pm
Snow’n’Shine Vintage Sled Display 2:15 pm-5 pm
Race Car Ride Along
4 pm MEGA Truck Race #4
4 pm Car Charity Races
5:30pm Dinner & Awards; Race Car & MEGA Trucks Community Hall, Bold Centre.
*Supported by an Alberta CIP community grant to the Lac La Biche Lions Club, presented in conjunction with the Lac La Biche Ice Festival.
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