Bluffs2Backwaters

Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026 Celebrate the Outdoors. Celebrate Community. Bluffs2Backwaters is Winona’s signature recreation festival — a multi-day celebration of everything we love about getting outside. Set between our iconic bluffs and the winding backwaters of the Mississippi, the festival brings people together through adventure, music, art, and community. At its heart, Bluffs2Backwaters is about connection: Between people and nature, recreation and art, locals and visitors. It’s about celebrating the places that inspire us and the community that keeps them alive. Join us for a weekend of exploration, creativity, and celebration — from the bluffs to the backwaters. Email Us Downtown Visitor Center & Office 123 West Third Street Winona, MN 55987 507-452-0735 Winona Visitor Center 924 Huff Street Winona, MN 55987 507-452-2278 Main Menu Quick Links Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy © 2026 Visit Winona. All Rights Reserved. Site by Evolve Creative