2020 Crosslake Days

Thousands flock to Crosslake each September to enjoy Crosslake Days.  The celebration offers something of all ages.  You'll find ares & crafts all over town, chili cook-off, childrens activities, live music and entertainment and much, much more!  Enjoy this fall festival while taking in the natural beauty of Crosslake!

THURSDAY,  SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
9:00 a.m. - Find the Hidden Chili Pepper
The first of three daily clues will be released to guide you to the Lost Chili Pepper.
Find clues here, the Crosslake App, Crosslake Chamber member businesses and at the Crosslake Chamber Welcome Center.

6 - 8 p.m. - Wine, Beer, Appetizers & Silent Auction
benefiting Northern Lakes Lightning Hockey
Maucieri's Italian Bistro - 34650 County Road 3

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
9 a.m. Find the Hidden Chili Pepper
Second of three daily clues released

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Drive By Brats, Dogs & Kettle Corn Sale 
sponsored by Light Up the Dam
US Army Corps of Engineers Crosslake Campground - 35507 CR 66

7 p.m. - Outdoor Movie at the Crosslake Campground 
US Army Corps of Engineers Crosslake Campground - 35507 CR 66

8 p.m. Trivia
Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - 37627 CR 66

10 p.m. - 2 a.m. - DJ Music
Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - 37627 CR 66

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2020
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Crosslake Ideal Lions Flea Market
Crosslake Town Square

8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - 44th Annual Jul Kaffe Fest Bazaar
Lunch served from 10:30 a.m. until gone
Crosslake Lutheran Church- 35960 CR 66

9 a.m. - Find the Hidden Chili Pepper
Third and FINAL clue released

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Hand Crafted Arts and Crafts - more than 60 artisans present!
Old Exchange Lot - 36095 CR 66

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Bungee Jump Trampoline and Bounce Houses
Lake Country Crafts & Cones - 36084 CR 66

11 a.m. Kids Treasure Hunt (10 and under)
Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - 37627 CR 3

11 a.m. - 2nd Annual National Loon Center - Loon Calling Contest
Crosslake Town Square Pavilion - 35570 Allen Ave

12 p.m. - 34th Annual Chili Cook-off
Visit participating Chamber member businesses, sample and vote for your favorites!
Paper ballots available at Platinum and Gold Sponsor locations or cast your ballot on the Crosslake App!
12 - 3 p.m. - Public tasting and voting
3 p.m. - Voting Polls close
5 p.m. - Winners notified and announced

12 - 3 p.m. - Bon-fire, S'mores, Lawn Games with Bobber the Water Safety Dog
US Army Corps Crosslake Campground Entrance Station - 35507 CR 66

2 p.m. - Crosslake Days Disc Golf Classic
Crosslake Community Center - 14126 Daggett Pine Road

7 - 9 p.m. - Historic Log Village Cider & Candlelight Tour
Crosslake Historical Society Museum - 35404 CR 3

10 p.m. - 2 a.m. - DJ Music 
Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - 37627 CR 66

Special Thanks to the Crosslake Days Volunteer Committee for planning this years event!
Heather Jones (The Log Church), Dawn Maucieri (Maucieri's Italian Bistro), Pat Netko (Lake Country Crafts & Cones), Cindy Nelson (Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway), Sherry Gibbons (Lakes Area Flood & Fire) and Cindy Myogeto & Polly Schoen (Crosslake Chamber of Commerce)

2019 Crosslake Days Winners:
Chili Cook-off Winners:
Judges Choice:
Andy's Bar & Grill
Moonlite Bay Fami.ly Restaurant & Bar
Barstock Liquors

Peoples Choice:
Barstock Liquors
RiverWood Bank
Riverside Inn

The Hidden Chili Pepper was found on County Road 3 south of 50 Lakes near the new Welcome to Crosslake sign.
Congratulations Joe, Charley and Holly Chase who will enjoy a prize package valued at more than $2,100.