Back on the ICE in 2026!
The Midwest Ride-In, the world’s largest family friendly antique, vintage, and classic snowmobile event, Friday, January 30th, and Saturday, January 31st at French Lake, Dayton, MN
French Lake, Dayton, MN
Dehn's Pumpkins & Event Center
Tickets for Midwest Ride-In
Purchase at Dehn's Event Center Entrance
$25 Weekend Pass
• Friday, January 30th, 9 AM to 7 PM
• Saturday, January 31st, 8 AM to 5:30 PM
Midwest Ride-In History
Formerly the Waconia Ride-In, the Midwest Ride-In is the largest antique, vintage and classic snowmobile event in the world. This 2-day event attracts spectators from across the US, Canada, & Scandinavia. As a celebration of the roots of the sport, the event features a swap meet, silent auction, plenty of food and drink to be had, as well as the famous Friday & Saturday trail-ride with hundreds of sleds. Join us at 17270 125th Ave N, Dayton, MN 55327.
Event for Snowmobile Enthusiasts and Winter Family Fun
Trail Rides: Open to the public, bring your sled, Friday, Jan. 30th, 4 to 6:30 PM and Saturday, January 31st, 10:30 AM to 12 PM.
Open Friday, Jan. 30th, 9 AM to 7 PM, and Saturday, Jan. 31st, 8 AM to 5 PM.
Learn More.
Pre-registration deadline Fri., Jan. 30th. For sled criteria and classes, visit: mwvss.com. Judging from 12:30 to 2 PM, Sat. 30th.
Indoor Sled Display: Explore snowmobile history on display in the Indoor Sled Display, Fri, Jan. 30th, 9 AM to 7 PM and Sat, Jan 31st, 8 AM to 5:30 PM.
Come decked out with family or friends in your best snowmobile gear or attire. Pre-register to win at Dehns Event Center, Fri. or Sat. morning. Learn More.
Bidding begins at 9 AM Friday and Saturday. Visit the bidding area at Dehns Event Center regularly as auction items are replenished every half hour.
Bonfire Open to the public. Share snowmobile stories Friday, Jan. 30th, 4 to 6:30 PM and Saturday, Jan. 31st, 10:30 AM to 12 PM.
Raffle to Win a Restored Sled!
1963 Arctic Cat Model 100
Every year, the Antique Snowmobile Club of America restores a snowmobile and raffles it off. In the past years, raffle winners won a 1963 Ski-Doo, a 1967 Alouette, and a 1969 Rustler. Raffle tickets go on sale on Friday, January 30th and Saturday, January 31st, at 8 AM.
For this year’s raffle, win a 1963 Arctic Cat Model 100. It was one of Arctic Cat’s first mass-produced snowmobiles. It helped transition the company from early, large work-horse machines into true consumer-market snowmobiles. The 1963 Model 100 was the last of Arctic Cat’s “tin-cabs”, lighter and easier to maneuver compared to many competitors, and a 7 hp 4-cycle engine, modest by today’s standards but more than adequate for single-rider trail use. Its simplicity made it extremely reliable in cold weather—one of the key selling points of early Arctic Cat machines.
Need not be present to win.
Midwest Ride-In Daily Itinerary
Thus. and Fri, January, 29th & 30th
Thursday, JAN. 29th
4:00pm-7:00pm Early swap parking (Extra fee required)
FRIDAY, JAN. 30th
7:00am
Gates open for Swap setup – No parking allowed on road prior to gate.
9:00am gate opening
Main gate open for Spectators – No parking allowed on road prior to gate.
9:00am
Ballroom open for snowmobile display, merchandise sales & silent auctions.
Food and beverages available outside for purchase.
9:00am
Ballroom opens for Hall of Fame & Antique Club Raffle.
Use West entrance of building for Ballroom events.
11:00am–2:00pm
Pick up Show Placards in Ballroom for SATURDAY Judged Show.
Register online in advance so we can have your packet ready.
Show Registration at www.mwvss.com – NO SATURDAY MORNING REGISTRATION.
2:00pm announcement.
Announce 2027 event. Feature shirts go on sale immediately after announcement.
4:00pm–6:00pm
“Kevin Lehse Fireside Trail Ride” – Start on the lake. Ride to conclude at ballroom for campfire and food/drink sales. Trail ride length dependent on snow conditions.
3:00pm–7:00pm
“Ice Breaker Social” – In Ballroom — DJ music
7:00pm
Ballroom closes.
Saturday, January 31st
SATURDAY, JAN. 31st
7:00am Gates open for Swap setup – No parking allowed on road prior to gate opening.
8:00am gate opening
Main gate open for Spectators – No parking allowed on road prior to gate.
8:00am
• Ballroom open for snowmobile display, merchandise sales & silent auctions.
• Food and beverages available outside for purchase.
Ballroom open for Antique Club and Hall of Fame raffle tickets.
10:30am
“Jack Speckel Midwest Ride-In Trail Ride” – Start on the lake. Join us on a trail ride to a trailside campfire. Trail ride length dependent on snow conditions.
NOON
Threads & Sleds Vintage Fashion Show in the Ballroom.
NOON
Show Judges meeting in the Ballroom.
12:30–2pm
Snowmobile Show & Judging – west of Ballroom.
2:30pm
8:00am – 4:00pm
Live Auction in ballroom.
3:00pm
Show Awards Ceremony in the Ballroom.
5:30pm
Event concludes at sunset.