Winter Carnival in McCall: Your Last-Minute Checklist and Info
The McCall Winter Carnival this weekend! Promising a weekend packed with excitement and winter festivities. Visitors can enjoy live music, vibrant parades, dazzling fireworks, and stunning ice sculptures displayed throughout McCall. Highlights include the Mardi Gras Parade on February 22 and the Children's Torchlight Parade on February 21. The main stage will feature performances by Olivia Frost, Hillfolk Noir, Noah Ormsby, Yotes, Bread & Circus, and CattleAx. With temperatures expected to range from 7°F to 38°F, dressing in warm layers is recommended. For a full schedule and a map of sculpture locations, visit the official McCall Winter Carnival website.
Planning to attend McCall's Winter Carnival? Here's what you need to know
The McCall Winter Carnival, happening February 21–23, 2025, is a cherished Idaho tradition rooted in the 1924 Payette Lake Winter Games. This year’s theme, “Carnival in Paradise,” promises a weekend filled with stunning ice sculptures, festive parades, live music, and fireworks over Payette Lake. Popular events include the Mardi Gras Parade, Children’s Torchlight Parade, Snowshoe Golf, and the McPAWS Monster Dog Sled Pull. Local artists and businesses enhance the experience with intricate snow and ice sculptures displayed throughout town. For event schedules and details, visit the official McCall Winter Carnival website.
