The Frozen Assets Festival in Madison, Wisconsin, is an annual celebration of winter activities held on Lake Mendota. Organized by the Clean Lakes Alliance, the festival includes events such as ice hockey, kite flying, and a 5K race on the ice. While this year's festival benefited from solid ice conditions, it also serves as a reminder of the growing challenges posed by climate change. Fluctuating winter temperatures have made ice formation increasingly unpredictable, as evidenced by the cancellation of on-ice events in 2024 due to warm weather. The Clean Lakes Alliance utilizes the festival to raise awareness about the effects of climate change on local lakes and to promote environmental responsibility.