Here is our Site Map
When you pay admission, you will receive a colorful admission tag that you zip-tie to your snowmobile jacket. On the back of the tag will be a QR code, and you can use your cell phone to access our website – for the site map and this show agenda. We are excited about the layout […]
Here is our FINAL Show Agenda
The conditions are looking great for our event weekend. When you pay admission, you will receive a colorful admission tag that you zip-tie to your snowmobile jacket. On the back of the tag will be a QR code, and you can use your cell phone to access our website – for the site map […]
Volunteer at the Ride-In — parking cars or helping at the entrance gate
Coming to Midwest Ride-In? Help us park cars. A 4-hour shift. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! If you can volunteer a four-hour shift, you will receive show admission and a meal ticket. Also, you and your club members will earn money for your snowmobile club. We donate money to clubs as a way to thank our volunteers. […]
FREE: TRICKED-OUT TRAIL SLEDS – a new class at the Judged Show on Saturday afternoon – FREE
This year, the Midwest Ride-In celebrates Racing Through the 1990s. All categories – all genres. Out on the trails, we have seen some cool adaptations. Owners are mixing and matching parts from different years, adding funky skis, installing a different seat, and intriguing color combinations. We love it! In response, we announce a new 1990s […]
Top 10 reasons to come to Midwest Ride-In: new location — January 30th and 31st
New location adjacent to a lake and adjacent to popular snowmobile trails. Easy freeway access near Dayton, Minnesota (about 1 mile east of Cabela’s on French Lake) New, lower admission — $ 25 all-weekend pass Inexpensive food options, including famous pork chops Trail rides both days Fun fashion show Swap Meet Free parking. Free admission […]
Volunteer at the Ride-In and earn money for your snowmobile club, parking cars
Could your snowmobile club use more money? Help us park cars. A 4-hour shift. The 2026 Midwest Ride-In needs volunteers for its 35th annual show on January 30-31st. We are in a new location this year and are anticipating a robust hobbyist turnout. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! If you can volunteer a four-hour shift, you will […]
No old-sled REGISTRATION or TRAIL PERMIT requirement at Midwest Ride-In
Some attendees have asked whether the snowmobile(s) brought to the Midwest Ride-In need to have current home-state registration or a Minnesota trail pass. The answer is NO. Our organizational Committee secures an “Event Permit” from the DNR and local officials. As such, all participants can enjoy the land and lake without worry. For […]
The Ride-In is adjacent to local trails
At the new event location, trails are radiating from all four compass directions. Some may choose to “ride-In” to the show. All fine and good, but for those people driving “modern” sleds and using the local snowmobile trails beyond show boundaries, you will need a trail permit.
SWAPPER PRICING Announced — Racing Through the 90s show — Midwest Ride-In at Dehn’s Pumpkins and Event Center
The Swap Meet is a hugely popular event at Midwest Ride-In. For those of you considering attending as a SWAPPER — here is the pricing protocol: Swap Pricing: 25ft Space (Truck only): $30 50ft Space Truck & 2 Place Trailer): $60 75ft Space (Truck & 4 or 6 Place Trailer): $90 100ft Space (Semi, Camper, […]
$ 25 admission – weekend – Friday – Saturday
You commented, and we listened… Admission to the Midwest Ride-In – January 30-31, 2026 is reduced to $ 25 Yes, one price for all weekend, all events, all the fun! This, lowered and simplified admission pricing will allow anyone to come and go at will. Show up one day and come the second day, without […]