Mark your calendar for February 21, 2026!
As the ice thickens on Lake of the Woods, anticipation builds for one of the region’s most thrilling winter traditions, the annual Ice Fishing Derby at Springsteel Resort on Lake of the Woods in Warroad, MN. With over $20,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs, this event is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a day of fishing, fun, and friendly competition.
Tickets are $20 each and make for fantastic stocking stuffers this holiday season. Whether you’re treating an avid angler or someone who loves the thrill of the outdoors, these tickets are a gift that promises excitement and memories to last a lifetime. Don’t miss out on your chance to be part of one of the region’s favorite winter traditions!
Purchase In Person
Tickets are available now at various local retailers in Warroad as well as the day of the event.
Mail In Requests
If there isn’t a Northern MN convenient location, you may mail a check to the Warroad Area Chamber of Commerce for the exact amount.
Please include the name and phone number for each ticket you are purchasing as well as the mailing address to send the tickets to. We will mail the ticket(s) and coupons back to you and keep the stub for the drawings.
Tickets are $20 each. The mailing address is P.O. Box 551, Warroad, MN 56763
All mail ticket requests must be received no later than Monday, Feb. 6, 2026.
Plan Your Warroad Winter Getaway
Turn derby day into a winter weekend getaway. Warroad offers the perfect blend of small-town hospitality and world-class ice fishing. After the weigh-in, warm up with local dining, share stories of the one that got away, and enjoy the unique charm of the northern border.
Get your tickets & get ready to drop a line on Lake of the Woods!
As a reminder, no structures allowed in this derby.