Grumpy Old Men Festival

06/01/2026

A huge thank you to All Craft Exteriors for serving as the Presenting Sponsor of the 3rd Annual Busch Light Curling Tournament at the Grumpy Old Men Festival! 🥌🍻

Sponsorships are what make events like Grumpy possible, but what really stood out about All Craft Exteriors is that they didn't just support the event—they showed up and became part of it.

Their team joined us on the ice, curled alongside festival-goers, cheered on competitors, and embraced everything that makes the Grumpy Old Men Festival such a special community tradition. That kind of involvement speaks volumes about who they are as a company.

At All Craft Exteriors, trust, quality craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction are at the heart of everything they do. Whether it's roofing, siding, windows, or gutters, they take pride in helping homeowners protect and improve what matters most. Just as importantly, they believe in giving back to the communities they serve.

We're grateful for their partnership, their enthusiasm, and their commitment to making our communities stronger—one project, one event, and one curling stone at a time.

Thank you, All Craft Exteriors, for helping make the 3rd Annual Busch Light Curling Tournament a success! 🥌❤️

05/26/2026

💙 Let’s hear it for a community partner that shows up when it matters most — Emplify Health by Gundersen Wabasha Area! 💙

If you grabbed a bite from one of our food trucks during the 33rd Annual Grumpy Old Men Festival, chances are you saw the name Emplify Health front and center while ordering, waiting for, and picking up your festival favorites! 🍔🌮🍟

Their support helped keep one of the busiest (and tastiest 😉) parts of festival weekend running strong, and for that, we are incredibly grateful.

But their impact goes far beyond festival weekend.

We are truly lucky to have a local hospital caring for our community. Emplify Health by Gundersen is part of a broader network of care serving communities across Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Michigan — bringing trusted care from providers with heart. ❤️

Community festivals like ours don’t happen without community partners like this. Thank you, Emplify Health by Gundersen, for investing in the fun, the food, and the people who make Wabasha so special.

Be sure to show them some love the next time you see them — we sure are grateful for their support! 👏

05/18/2026

🥶🍻 Some partnerships go beyond support… and for us, that’s exactly what we have with Schott Distributing.

As we look back on our 33rd Annual Grumpy Old Men Festival this past February, we need to take a moment to give the BIGGEST, most heartfelt thank you to a business that has truly become part of the heartbeat of this festival.

Talk about boots on the ground, ears on the phone, problem-solving, behind-the-scenes magic, and showing up when it matters most — Schott Distributing does it all.

From helping keep our festival tent stocked with all of your favorite cocktails, to supplying signage, coordinating special events and appearances, and being there every step of the way… they are so much more than a beer distributor to us. They have become a trusted partner, a sounding board, a support system, and honestly? One of the backbones of our winter festival.

Festivals like Grumpy Old Men don’t happen because of one person or one committee. They happen because incredible businesses step up and truly invest in community — and Schott Distributing has done exactly that time and time again.

We simply could not survive (or thrive!) without partners like them.

From the bottom of our frozen little Grumpy hearts… THANK YOU for believing in this quirky, fun, winter tradition and helping us bring tens of thousands of smiles, laughs, music, memories, and warm moments to our community each year. ❤️

If you see the Schott Distributing team, show them some love with us in the comments! 👇

05/12/2026

🥶🔥 Were you toasty warm inside our festival tent at the Grumpy Old Men Festival this year? You have one incredible local business to thank for that… MVP Energy.

And honestly? We can’t say THANK YOU enough.

When you stepped inside that warm tent to enjoy live music, entertainment, a cold drink with friends, or just thaw out from a Minnesota winter day… every bit of that warmth was made possible because MVP Energy provided ALL of the heat for our festival tent.

Think about that for a second.

In the middle of a Minnesota winter, they helped make it possible for us to have a heated space for a stage, live entertainment, gathering with friends, laughter, and memories made at the festival. That kind of support matters more than words can say.

What makes it even better? They’re not some big far-away company. MVP Energy is local, family-owned, and community-minded — serving southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin with dependable propane service, 24/7 reliability, competitive pricing, and no hidden fees.

They showed up for our community in a BIG way, and we hope you’ll show them some love right back. ❤️

Please join us in giving a huge THANK YOU to MVP Energy for helping keep the heart of the Grumpy Old Men Festival warm this winter. We are incredibly grateful for your support and partnership.

Drop them some love in the comments! 👇🔥

05/04/2026

💛👏 It takes a community—and partners who believe in it. 👏💛

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the City of Wabasha, MN Port Authority for their incredible support of the Grumpy Old Men Festival!

Simply put—this festival would not be as successful as it is without their sponsorship and ongoing support of our volunteers and organization. Their commitment to Wabasha goes far beyond this event, too. From grants and loans to development support, the Port Authority plays a vital role in keeping Wabasha’s economy strong and moving forward.

We’re grateful for their partnership, their investment in our community, and their continued support of the festival. 🙌

04/27/2026

🍻 PLAID, PINTS & PURE GRUMPY MAGIC! 🍻

A HUGE thank you to our incredible friends at DBS Group for once again serving as the presenting sponsor of our ever-popular Beer Tent at the Grumpy Old Men Festival!

Let’s be honest… you couldn’t miss it this year. From that bold buffalo plaid barback to the nonstop energy of our amazing volunteer bartenders, the tent was THE place to be all weekend long. And more importantly—it was a place where our community came together to raise money for causes close to the heart. ❤️

Because of DBS Group’s continued support, our volunteers were able to give back to:

👏 River Junctions Arts Council
👏 Wabasha-Kellogg PTO
👏 Emplify Health
👏 WK Chamber
👏 Wabasha Lions Club
👏 Wabasha Fire Department

That’s the kind of impact that goes far beyond a winter weekend in Wabasha!

DBS Group isn’t just a leader in design-build construction across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa—they’re a team of passionate professionals who truly believe in building stronger communities. And we are so grateful they choose to invest that passion right here in Wabasha.

From all of us (and everyone who grabbed a drink, shared a laugh, or stayed a little warmer because of that tent)… THANK YOU, DBS Group. You help make Grumpy what it is. 💙

04/22/2026

🎣 Thank You, Minnesota Ag Group, Inc.! 🎣

The Grumpy Old Men Festival wouldn’t be the same without incredible partners like Minnesota Ag Group, Inc. 👏

As the longtime sponsor of our Ice Fishing Tournament—the pinnacle event of festival weekend—Minnesota Ag Group continues to show up in a big way. And not just as a name on a banner… they’re there, they’re involved, and they’re part of what makes this event so special.

For over 25 years, this employee-owned team has been keeping Southeast Minnesota running strong with top-of-the-line equipment, expert service, and a commitment to the communities they serve. From the shop to the field, they know what it takes to get the job done—and they bring that same dedication to supporting events like ours.

Because of partners like Minnesota Ag Group, our Ice Fishing Tournament continues to be a true highlight of the festival—year after year. 🧊🎣

Thank you for your continued support, your partnership, and for helping keep this iconic tradition alive!

04/14/2026

🎭 Grumpy goes… musical?! You betcha. 😄

If you were at our 33rd Annual Grumpy Old Men Festival, you know that our friends at Minneapolis Musical Theatre are bringing “Grumpy Old Men: The Musical” to life in the big city! ❤️

The folks over at Cherry and Spoon took in the show and shared a great recap—highlighting the fun, fast-paced energy, clever staging, and all those classic Minnesota nods that make this story feel right at home. From ice houses to neighborly rivalries, it’s got that familiar charm (and just the right amount of grump 😉).

Of course, it wouldn’t be Grumpy Old Men without John and Max… lifelong frenemies navigating love, life, and a whole lot of stubbornness in a small town that looks a lot like ours. 👀

👏 Big shoutout to the cast, crew, and Minneapolis Musical Theatre for bringing this story to the stage—and keeping the laughs (and the grumpiness) alive!

🎟️ Catch the show at the Conn Theater in Minneapolis through April 19

👉 Check out the full article from Cherry and the Spoon here👇 and then mark your calendars for every last weekend in February to experience Wabasha up close and personal at our festival!

If Grumpy Old Men had to be turned into a musical (and I would argue it didn't), it definitely needs to be performed in Minnesota (where th...

04/13/2026

It takes a village to bring the Grumpy Old Men Festival to life… and the Wabasha Public Works crew is a big part of it. 💙

Our incredible City of Wabasha, MN Public Works team spent a lot of time and energy revamping the Home of the Film Grumpy Old Men sign just in time to welcome thousands of visitors into our town this year—and it looks amazing. 👏

But what you see here is just a small piece of what they do.

Behind the scenes, they are working with our Chamber Director planning routes, mapping out emergency access, clearing ice, exploring lighting options, talking through parking logistics, and so much more to make sure everything runs safely and smoothly. They put in the hours (and then some) to make sure our festival is not only fun—but safe and successful for everyone involved.

And on top of all that… they show up as sponsors, partners, and champions of this community.

So the next time you drive into Wabasha and see that sign, know that it represents more than just a festival—it represents the people who care deeply about this town and go above and beyond to make it shine. ✨

We are so grateful for the City of Wabasha and our Public Works team. This festival simply wouldn’t be the same without you.

09/04/2025

We just can't get enough!

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