Celebrate winter with family-friendly fun at Winterfest at CranHill Ranch, a free community event showcasing outdoor adventure, seasonal activities, and hearty Michigan hospitality in Rodney, just outside Big Rapids. This annual winter tradition invites visitors of all ages to embrace the snow and create lasting memories with friends and family.

Explore a wide variety of winter activities set against the scenic backdrop of CranHill’s 380-acre ranch. Highlights include tubing, ice skating, snowshoeing, broomball, ice climbing, pony rides, and a petting farm, along with tractor-drawn wagon rides that make it easy to travel across the grounds and enjoy every part of the celebration.

Warm up with a free meal served onsite, and take advantage of snacks and drinks available all day at the Barn Store. Wagon rides and friendly volunteers help guide guests around the ranch, while indoor activities offer refuge from the chill if the weather turns.

Winterfest is free and open to the public, making it an ideal option for families and visitors looking for outdoor winter events and free activities in Mecosta County. Whether you’re seeking snow-filled fun, community connection, or a classic Michigan winter experience, Winterfest brings outdoor adventure and community spirit together in one exciting event.