Woodstock, Illinois - Home of Annual Groundhog Days
Groundhog Days Festival
Friday, January 30 - Monday, February 2, 2026
Step into the movie and the magic! Groundhog Days in Woodstock is a fun-filled festival celebrating the cult classic Groundhog Day and the town that brought it to life. Each year, visitors gather on the historic Woodstock Downtown Square to see Woodstock Willie, the town’s beloved groundhog, make his forecast—and enjoy a weekend packed with themed activities, movie moments, and plenty of hometown charm.
Prognostication
Will he see his shadow or won’t he? Will we have 6 more weeks of winter, or is spring right around the corner? Gather in the Park in the Square for Woodstock Willie’s Prognostication on February 2. Come for all the festivities with our own Groundhog Day polka band. And don't forget your booties ‘cuz it’s cold out there.
Guided Film Site Walking Tour
Dress warmly and join us at the Woodstock Opera House for a fun and informative tour of the iconic “Groundhog Day” filming locations. The tour will conclude at the Cherry Tree Inn B&B where Bill Murray’s character woke up each morning.
'Drink to World Peace' Toast
Join in a festive movie-themed toast at the Squire on the Square bar where Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell toasted to world peace! Raise your glass in honor of the moment, and take home a souvenir shot glass to remember the fun.
Groundhog Day Movie Showings
Refresh on your movie references at a variety of Groundhog Day movie showings at Classic Cinemas - Woodstock, equipped with brand new heated recliner seats!
Groundhog Day Dinner-Dance
No festival is complete without great food! Join us for the Groundhog Day Dinner Dance at the Woodstock Moose where the bachelor auction and dance scenes were filmed in the movie. The night features food, live music, raffles and silent auctions.
Groundhog Day Pub Crawl
Cheers with Woodstock Willie at the Annual Groundhog Day Pub Crawl. Join the fun as we loop around town, hitting up all your favorite spots on the Square. Bundle up and get ready for a night of great drinks and even better company!
Also THIS YEAR...
More fun is in store this year for an unforgettable weekend including the Groundhog Day 5K, a Bags Tournament, Wake-up with Wolfgang and Willie, Groundhog Woodcarving Demo, Movie Memorabilia Open House and BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND...The Chili Cook-off!
Visit www.WoodstockGroundhog.org for the full schedule of events for 2026.
