2026 WinterFest SoupFest in Crosslake

Description

Crosslake is famous for hosting awesome community events. The annual SoupFest, which takes place during WinterFest, is not to be missed! Chamber member businesses simmer kettles of their fabulous soup recipes and YOU taste, vote and determine which is worthy of the highly coveted Golden Ladles.

Tasting begins at noon and ballots are tallied at 3PM. Vote for your favorites on your mobile phone using the free Crosslake App. SoupFest winners will be announced at 5PM.

2025 SoupFest Participants (Culinary) 

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2025 SoupFest Participants (Amateur)

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SoupFest Participation Guidelines

CONGRATULATIONS 2025 WINTERFEST SOUPFEST WINNERS!

The Judges Choice of all 30 participants:

1st Place – Crosslake American Legion - Creamy Buffalo Chicken Enchilada

2nd Place – Andy's Bar & Grill - Jalapeno Corn Chowder

3rd Place – Zorbaz - Lasagna Bolognese

People’s Choice Culinary: (11 participants)

1st Place – Andy’s Bar & Grill - Jalapeno Corn Chowder

2nd Place – Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion - Creamy Buffalo Chicken Enchilada

3rd Place – Lake Country Crafts and Cones - Creamy Cheese Broccoli with Bacon

People’s Choice Amateur: (19 participants)

1st Place – Key Wellness - Chicken Gnocchi

2nd Place – Lakeplace.com/Dane Arthur Real Estate - Creamy Italian Turkey Sausage Tortellini

3rd Place – MN Roots - Creamy Smoked Chicken Sausage