Burning Snowman Fest

05/05/2026

We’re incredibly honored to have been recognized with the Lighthouse Award from the Port Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce at this year’s annual dinner.

The Burning Snowman Festival is all about bringing our community together in the middle of winter—not just for a great time, but to give back. What started as a fun idea has grown into a tradition that draws thousands of people and raises tens of thousands of dollars for local charities each year.

This award belongs to everyone who shows up, volunteers, sponsors, and supports this event year after year. Thank you for helping us turn a winter day on the lake into something that truly makes a difference. ❤️

04/08/2026

Thank you to our Sponsor Croghan Colonial Bank for presenting the winning funds from our Mini Snowman build and Artwork competition in 2025!

03/11/2026

🔥 The 2026 Burning Snowman Festival Wrap-Up

Today we had the honor of presenting $75,000 in donations raised from the 2026 Burning Snowman Festival to some incredible organizations in our community. This event continues to show what happens when a community comes together for a great cause.

We proudly presented checks to:
• KIDS For Christmas
• Habitat for Humanity of Ottawa County Ohio
• Family Advocacy Center Ottawa County
• Port Clinton Fire & Rescue
• Port Clinton Police Department

To everyone who attended, volunteered, sponsored, and supported the festival — thank you for making this year such a huge success.

And of course… thank you to Leroy for burning out winter and bringing us those first hints of spring weather. ☀️

With today’s check presentations, we officially wrap up the 2026 Burning Snowman Festival. We’re already looking forward to doing it all again next year!

03/08/2026

What a night! 🔥☃️

Burning Snowman Fest 2026 was one for the books!!

Over 5,000 people came out to celebrate, and together we raised an incredible $75,000 for charity.

This year’s snowman, Leroy, stood our tallest yet at 34 feet before lighting up the sky.

A huge thank you to our Title Sponsor, Erie Restoration - Fire & Water Damage, along with all of our amazing sponsors, volunteers, vendors, and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make this event possible.

And of course, thank you to everyone who showed up, supported the cause, and helped make this festival grow bigger every year. You all made it happen.

Leroy burned… and it was unforgettable. 🔥

🎥 Video by Shot by Shay

Sponsors:

Inferno: Erie Restoration - Fire & Water Damage

Fire: Lake Disposal, The Gristmill, Cleats Marblehead, The Brick House, Construction Equipment and Supply, Shores & Islands Ohio, Sporting Enterprises, Inc., Wylie Walleye, Clinton House, Fast Eddie’s Sports Park - Bar + Kitchen / Cameo Pizza, Sunbelt Rentals, Ohio Burn Unit, Beer Thirty's, Toledo Tent & Party Rentals, Silver Top Sports Bar & Grill, Croghan Colonial Bank, Team Kuras, Dock's Beach House

Flame: Bell Mell Tavern, The Wave at Marblehead, Camp Runinmuck, Twin Oast Brewing, GenoaBank, Ace Diversified Services, Red’s Lakehouse

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Ember: Beachfront Resorts, Gabel Welding, Slyman Insurance Group, Commodore Perry Inn, Carter Lumber, McRitchie Water, Arlington Inn, NWO Beverage, Maple City, Heidelberg Distributing Co, Drawbridge Marina, Toft's Dairy,

03/02/2026

🚨🔥 Burning Snowman Fest Apparel Shop — NOW OPEN ONLINE! 🔥🚨

We loved seeing so many of you rocking our event apparel this weekend — but guess what? We have some items left over! 😄 So we’re reopening the online store so anyone who missed out can still grab your gear! 🙌

👉 Click the link below to shop now and get your Burning Snowman Fest merch while supplies last!

Thank you to everyone who came out, supported the event, and snagged some merch in person — we couldn’t have done it without YOU! ❤️ Let’s keep the winter-warming spirit alive a little longer… and rock your fest swag all year! 🧥👕🔥

Online ordering for Burning Snowman Fest 2026 Store

03/01/2026

What an unforgettable night at Burning Snowman Fest 2026! 🔥☃️

Thank you to everyone who came out, braved the cold, and helped make this year’s festival such a success. The energy, the community, and the support were incredible!!!

We’re especially grateful to all of our sponsors — with a huge shoutout to our Title Sponsor, Erie Restoration - Fire & Water Damage

We’re currently gathering final numbers and will soon find out how much money we all raised for our local charities. Stay tuned… you’re going to love it!

Drop your photos from the event below we want to see them 👇

🎥: Shot by Shay

02/28/2026

What a night at Family Freeze 2026 ❄️🔥

Thank you to everyone who came out! The turnout was incredible and the best part? It keeps growing every single year!

We’re so grateful for this community and the energy you bring to this event.

A huge thank you to our title sponsor Erie Restoration - Fire & Water Damage.

🎶 Music by Master Tc & The Visitors
🎥 Video by Shot by Shay

If you missed last night don’t worry, we’re not done yet!

Come back out today to watch Leroy burn 🔥
Festivities kick off at noon, and Leroy goes up in flames at 7:30 PM.

Let’s make it another unforgettable day! ❄🔥

02/28/2026

Be sure to say hi 👋🏻 to Wylie while enjoying the Burning Snowman Fest ! Share your photos 👇

02/28/2026

02/28/2026