If you happen to have President’s Day (Monday, February 17) off along with your kids, take advantage and plan a long weekend in the Willmar Lakes Area! We are experts in family fun!

Break out of that dreadful cabin fever as you go on one of the many outdoor adventures the Willmar Lakes Area has to offer. Whether that be snowshoeing at Sibley State Park, kicksledding at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center, or ice skating on the many outdoor rinks, there are many ways to burn off some steam. The Willmar Civic Center even has Open Curling for kids and adults on Saturday the 15th and Open Skating on Sunday the 16th. Both are perfect options for those that are new to curling or ice skating!

Do you and your family prefer more spectator entertainment? Then be sure to get tickets to the Willmar WarHawks hockey games on February 14th & 15th. Another fun family entertainment option is to enjoy a lively night of Bingo at the Raymond Community Center! For other fun events going on this weekend, check out our Community Calendar of Events.

The whole family will love some axe throwing at Rendezvous Axe Throwing. If you have kids along that are under 16, they can shoot nerf guns alongside everyone else. Another fun place to hang out with the family is at Willmar Indoor Golf & Cages! Experience golf simulator technology so advanced that you will feel like you are actually playing the best and most beautiful golf courses on the planet. For the baseball or softball enthusiast, WIG also features 2 state-of-the-art batting cages that feature best in class HitTrax providing real-time stats and key performance metrics, along with powerful video analysis, trend reports and more. Both businesses serve delicious food and drinks so you won’t go hungry!

While in the area, you might as well take advantage of the unique shopping opportunities available. The kids will love to stop at Lucky Duck in downtown New London to find that perfect game, puzzle, toy or activity! You might even find a thing or two for yourself as well. Other family favorite stores include B’s Chocolates (don’t forget to ask for a free sample), Shoppe 14 (for a variety of home decor, coffee, puzzles & so much more), and The Fan Zone (your one stop shop for all things sports related).

To make your weekend getaway even better, stay at one of the many beautiful hotels in the Willmar Lakes Area! Country Inn & Suites is a great option for the whole family as the kids will have fun splashing down the 90-foot waterslide and you’ll enjoy relaxing in the hot tub! Other great options with pools include the AmericInn, Best Western Plus, Little Crow Resort & Conference, and the Hampton Inn Spicer Green Lake. Book your weekend getaway today!