The movie "Grumpy Old Men" was filmed in several locations in Minnesota. Key filming locations include:
- Exterior shots and some scenes in the Twin Cities area, including St. Paul and Minneapolis.
- Ice fishing scenes on Lake Rebecca in Rockford, Minnesota.
- Various locales such as Red Wing, Center City, Faribault, and Stillwater in Minnesota.
- Interior scenes, including the characters' homes, were mostly filmed on sound stages at Paisley Park Studios in Chanhassen, Minnesota.
Additionally, the movie's setting is inspired by the town of Wabasha, Minnesota, which embraces its connection to the film with themed events and landmarks. Specific notable sites include a home on Hyacinth Avenue East in St. Paul and the Rock Island railway depot in Faribault which was used for filming.
