Special Events

Eagle Watch

This 2 day event is held annually, the first weekend in March. Evening educational program on bald eagles followed the next day by a coach bus field trip to view migrating bald eagles along the Mississippi. Contact Winona Convention and Visitors Bureau for more information. 507-452-2272 or 800-657-4972

Polish Heritage Days

Come celebrate the anniversary of the 1791 Polish Constitution and Commemoration of the Feast of Mary. Queen of Poland. Banquet of Polish fare, Hall of Fame induction and dance. Sunday Mass with Traditional hymns at St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Church.  This two day festival is held every year in late April or early May. Contact Ceil Hamerski for more information. 507-454-3561

Steamboat Days

Steamboat Days is held every year over the July 4th Weekend and offers fireworks, a carnival, Grande Parade, kiddie parade, beer garden, softball tournament, sport and fun contests, fishing contest, fireworks, art show & food fair and many other fun activities. Sponsored by Winona Area Jaycees. P.O. Box 308, Winona, MN 55987.

Winter Carnival

This 3 day event is held annually on Lake Winona in late January or early February. The Winter Carnival offers Races and contests, winter softball and golf tournaments, a family ice fishing contest and more. Sponsored by Winona Area Jaycees. P.O. Box 308, Winona, MN 55987.