Ice Fishing Tournament

Minnesota Public Waters

Welcome Minnesota Anglers! Prepare your tackle for the Winter Carnival Ice Fishing Tournament.  Our month long digital ice fishing tournament, through the FishDonkey Mobile App, launches January 5, 2025 and runs through February 2, 2025. There is a $20 entry fee. Prizes will be awarded to the top anglers in categories: King of Winter Largest […]

Saint Paul Brewing’s Hunt for the Golden Beer Can

Saint Paul Brewing 688 Minnehaha Ave E, Saint Paul, MN, United States

Saint Paul Brewing & the Winter Carnival invite you to participate in the Hunt for the Golden Beer Can! Out on the public lands of Saint Paul, the Golden Beer Can shall be hidden. The lucky (or shall we say wittiest) seeker who finds it will win the honor, the glory, the coveted treasure, a […]

Saint Paul Pioneer Press Treasure Hunt

Win up to $10,000!  Be the first to get the 2025 Pioneer Press Treasure Hunt Medallion Patch. This registered Treasure Hunt patch gets you an additional $5,000 if you find the hidden medallion. The total prize package is worth $10,000: $2,500 if you find the medallion, $2,500 if you have all the clues and $5,000 more […]

Ice Castles

Minnesota State Fairgrounds 1750 Randall Avenue, Saint Paul, MN

The wait is over for the return of one of Minnesota’s premiere winter attraction located at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Ice Castles! This is a partner event with the Saint Paul Winter Carnival. The icy gates are opened at various times. Click here for the complete schedule. Guests are able to step into magic and […]

CynCity Walking Tours

CynCity Tours presents walking tours and trolley tours during the Winter Carnival Various locations - Check the schedule at cyncitytours.com From ghosts to gangsters to trolley tours, CynCity offers historic skyway tours and more every day during Saint Paul Winter Carnival!  Private walking skyway tours are available for as few as six tickets.  Updated public […]

Winter Carnival Bingo Blitz: 70’s Disco Party Bingo

Willie's Restaurant 388 9th Avenue West, Bldg B, Saint Paul Park, United States

Join us for something NEW in 2025- a Bingo Blitz! Bingo over many days during Winter Carnival at all of our charitable gambling locations- all with different themes and prizes. Pick up your Bingo Blitz Board to get stamped at each bingo for a chance to win additional prizes with a filled card. �� Join […]

Ice Park, Presented by Securian Financial

Ice Park, Presented by Securian Financial

Rice Park 109 4th Street W, Saint Paul, Minnesota

We are turning Rice Park into Ice Park in 2025! This signature Winter Carnival event returns but bigger and better, as blocks of ice are transformed into beautiful masterpieces by ice carvers. Endless photo opportunities will be available in Ice Park with amazing creations in ice! Both team and individual ice carving competitions kick off […]

Snow Park at the Fair- Snow Sculptures & More!

Minnesota State Fairgrounds 1750 Randall Avenue, Saint Paul, MN

Visitors are encouraged to come out to the Vulcan Snow Park  presented by City-County Credit Union, to watch sculptors at work during opening weekend (January 24-26). Finished sculptures remain on display for the duration of the Winter Carnival and are individually lit after dark for a truly special viewing and photography experience. Sculptures on display: […]

Royal Coronation, Presented by Hamernick’s Flooring Solutions

Saint Paul RiverCentre 175 West Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN, United States

The magic of the 10-day Winter Carnival festival begins with the Royal Coronation, Presented by Hamernick's Flooring Solutions, where the new King Boreas – the Mighty Monarch of Ice & Snow, his Royal Guards, Aurora – Queen of the Snows, and the four Wind Princes and Princesses are revealed. ROYAL DINNER AND CORONATION SCHEDULE OF […]

Curling Open House At Frogtown Curling Club

Curling Open House At Frogtown Curling Club

Frogtown Curling Club 743 Western Ave N, Saint Paul, United States

Want to Try Curling? Here are your chances! Join us at one of these upcoming drop-in open houses. Friday, January 24, 6:00-9:00 pm Saturday, January 25 4:00-9:00 pm Frogtown Curling Club instructors will be giving mini-lessons so you can get a taste of curling. You’ll learn how to throw a stone, sweep, and score, with […]

Winter Carnival Bingo Blitz: Cash Bingo at Bennett’s

Bennett's Chop & Railhouse 1305 7th St W, Saint Paul, MN, United States

Join us for something NEW in 2025- a Bingo Blitz! Bingo over many days during Winter Carnival at all of our charitable gambling locations- all with different themes and prizes. Pick up your Bingo Blitz Board to get stamped at each bingo for a chance to win additional prizes with a filled card. January 24 […]

Winter Carnival Puzzle Contest, Presented by AARP With Puzzles by PuzzleTwist

Union Depot 214 4th St E, St. Paul , MN, United States

Do you love jigsaw puzzles? Then this is the event for you! Grab your friends or come with your family for a fun and lively puzzle competition! The Winter Carnival 2025 Event Is NOW TWO DAYS! Our puzzle contest will take place on Saturday, January 25, 2025 AND Sunday, January 26, 2025, returning to the […]

Saintly City Cat Show

Saint Paul RiverCentre 175 West Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN, United States

48th Annual Championship & Household Pet Cat Show January 25-26, 2025 Exhibition Hall, RiverCentre, 175 West Kellogg Blvd - St. Paul, Minnesota 55102 SHOW HOURS: Check in: 7:30-8:30 a.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission Adults - $10 (discount with a Winter Carnival button), Children & Seniors - […]