The 2023 Multi-Block Ice Carving Competition starts Thursday, January 26 at 7 pm and ends Saturday, January 28 at 7 pm. Each team will be given 48 suspenseful hours and several blocks of ice to bring their frozen masterpieces to life. The Multi-Block Ice Carving Competition is guided by a strict set of rules, requiring artists […]
Calling all fans of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival who love to perform and entertain a crowd! If you enjoy being on stage and want to have fun – this is your event! Compete for cash prizes in our NEW event this year – Vocal Interpretations – a lip sync contest during the 2023 Saint […]
Visitors are encouraged to come out to the Vulcan Snow Park to watch sculptors at work during opening weekend (January 27-29). 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 are knocked down if they’re growing dangerously […]
A NEW Event at the Saint Paul Winter Carnival and one you shouldn't miss! This is a helicopter ride and dinner for two people at Holman's Table. The helicopter ride departs from the tarmac at Holman's Table and lasts approximately 7 minutes. Dinner will be served immediately following your ride, from a special menu […]
Completed carvings may be viewed throughout the Winter Carnival (see open hours below). This signature Winter Carnival event returned as blocks of ice were transformed into beautiful masterpieces. Endless photo opportunities are available in Rice Park with the completed creations. Both team and individual ice carving competitions are guided by a strict set of rules, […]
We are excited to bring Adam Daniel to the Warming House stage this year! Always feeling a passion to express emotion through music, Adam began composing solo piano works by the age of seven and continued his writing, releasing his first solo piano recordings by age 9. Adam furthered his interest in music composition and […]
This year, Winter Carnival fans will once again be able to take part in up to four fun and uniquely engaging scavenger hunts. By participating in this event, you are positively impacting the future of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival for decades to come! Consider the small “pay-to-play” price as a sign of your support […]
The Orchid Society of Minnesota's "Winter Carnival Orchid Show" is being held January 28-29, 2023 at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, 1225 Estabrook Drive, St. Paul, MN from 10am-4pm. Judging is being held on January 28, 2023 at 7 AM. To learn more, click here.
Come one, Come ALL to the best party around! Celebrate the triumphant return of King Boreas and his Royal Family to his winter playland. The Order of the Royal Guard of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival present the "Rock the Palace", featuring 8Foot4 Come celebrate the "Coolest Celebration on Earth" with the Royal Guards. Pre-Sale […]
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! 2024 In-Person Event: Our puzzle contest will take place on Saturday, January 27th, 2024, at our NEW location, the Union Depot in Downtown Saint Paul. The Depot has plenty of […]
45th Annual Championship & Household Pet Cat Show January 28-29, 2023 Exhibition Hall, RiverCentre, 175 West Kellogg Blvd - St. Paul, Minnesota 55102 SHOW HOURS: Check in: 7:30-8:30 a.m. Saturday: […]
Come see the 2023 Krewe and Vulcanus Rex LXXXV get introduced to their adoring fans! WHEN: Saturday, January 28th at 10 am SHARP for approimately 30 minutes WHERE: Como Lakeside […]
It’s cold outside, which can mean only one thing – it’s race time! Gather up your thermal underwear and neck warmers and start training today for this annual event! Runners […]
The 2023 Individual Block Ice Carving Competition, Artisan Division, starts on January 29 at 9 AM. Each artisan team will be given 6 suspenseful hours and a couple blocks of ice to bring their frozen masterpieces to life. The Individual Block Ice Carving Competition is guided by a strict set of rules, requiring artists to utilize […]
The 2023 Individual Block Ice Carving Competition, Professional Division, starts on January 29 at 9 AM. Each artisan team will be given 5 suspenseful hours and a couple blocks of […]
Join the Titan Organization for the 41st Annual Dinner! Honored Guest: 2022 Prince of the North Wind Jeff Thron & Lady Jessica Special Guest: 2023 Prince of the North Wind David Schmidt & Lady Laura Dellwood Country Club 29 East Highway 96, Dellwood, MN 55110 Valet Parking Available 6:00 p.m. - Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres 7:00 p.m. - Dinner & Program […]
Tom Klug is a longtime Saint Paul Winter Carnival ice carver but more importantly, he’s a parent whose child spent time as a patient at Children’s Minnesota’s hospital in Saint Paul. He’s seen the challenges patients and their families can experience in the hospital. Always looking for a way to put a smile on kids’ […]
A NEW Event at the Saint Paul Winter Carnival and one you shouldn't miss! This is a helicopter ride and dinner for two people at Holman's Table. The helicopter ride departs from the tarmac at Holman's Table and lasts approximately 7 minutes. Dinner will be served immediately following your ride, from a special menu […]
A NEW Event at the Saint Paul Winter Carnival and one you shouldn't miss! This is a helicopter ride and dinner for two people at Holman's Table. The helicopter ride departs from the tarmac at Holman's Table and lasts approximately 7 minutes. Dinner will be served immediately following your ride, from a special menu […]
Join us on Tuesday, January 31 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Landmark Plaza Park for Frozen Family Fun Night, Presented by Priority Courier Experts. We'll have a Meet and Greet from 6-7 with the Frozen characters including a photo opportunity along with story time and a Frozen singalong, snow activities with Junior Royalty, giftbags and other […]
Please join us in your finest purple garb as we honor the 2022 Euros Dan Kaldun and his Lady Patty and welcome the 2023 Euros Lew Vogel and his Lady Kay! Social- 6:00 PM Dinner- 7:00 PM Live & Silent Auction! Tickets can be purchased online HERE. When you purchase your tickets, please specify your […]
A NEW Event at the Saint Paul Winter Carnival and one you shouldn't miss! This is a helicopter ride and dinner for two people at Holman's Table. The helicopter ride departs from the tarmac at Holman's Table and lasts approximately 7 minutes. Dinner will be served immediately following your ride, from a special menu […]
Join us for our first-ever MEAT RAFFLE - The Star Tribune Steak Out at the Saint Paul Winter Carnival! The weather might be a little cold, but the chance to win FREE meat is sure to stoke the fires in your belly. Join hosts from the Star Tribune TASTE team along with folks from […]
YEE HAW… Cowboys, Cowgirls, and Cow Folks!!!! You are invited to attend the 2023 West Wind Organization Dinner!! This event is the wildest boot-knocking and 10-gallon-hat-wearing hoedown during Winter Carnival. During our dinner we will say Farewell to our beloved 2022 West Wind Prince Dave Gagnon and his West Wind Princess Shannon Baier and Guard Emma […]
Wonderfully presented by Marilyn DiMartino, this is a complete and varied display of Winter Carnival items throughout the years. Visit with Marilyn and other volunteers who are very knowledgeable about the Saint Paul Winter Carnival. On display throughout the Winter Carnival at the North Gallery located on the First Floor inside Landmark Center. Open Hours: […]
Enjoy Happy Hour Winter Carnival style in the Warming House, hosted by our friends at Summit Brewing Co.
A NEW Event at the Saint Paul Winter Carnival and one you shouldn't miss! This is a helicopter ride and dinner for two people at Holman's Table. The helicopter ride departs from the tarmac at Holman's Table and lasts approximately 7 minutes. Dinner will be served immediately following your ride, from a special menu […]
Join us at the Saint Paul Winter Carnival’s RONDO NIGHT. Enjoy lively Rondo performances. Support BIPOC Rondo artists, businesses and organizations. Savor flavorful bites from Taste of Rondo while learning more about the vibrant history of Rondo. Door prizes too! It will be a night to remember… Free event with free public transportation available to […]
Join the Royal Family, Vulcan Krewe, Klondike Kate and the Royal Guard, along with our alumni groups and volunteers as we do what we do best- GOOD in the community, in partnership with Hamernick's! The day will be filled with opportunities to do good, through donations of food, blankets and blood, or to spread cheer […]
Mingle with the Klondike Kates and then, sit back, relax, and listen to the melodious, crooning Kates. Doors Open: 2:30 PM Show: 3:00 PM Tickets at www.klondikekates.org -- $35 advance
You won't want to miss this guy! Billy Johnson is a singer/songwriter from Minneapolis. Vocalist. Guitarist. 12 Albums of original material. Frontman for The Hillcats, BJ’s Roadshow, and B-TEAM. Billy […]
A NEW Event at the Saint Paul Winter Carnival and one you shouldn't miss! This is a helicopter ride and dinner for two people at Holman's Table. The helicopter ride departs from the tarmac at Holman's Table and lasts approximately 7 minutes. Dinner will be served immediately following your ride, from a special menu […]
A large heated tent will be located once again on Market Street and will be EVEN BIGGER in 2023! It is a great gathering place for Carnival goers. The Warming House will not only provide a cozy respite from the outdoors, but guests may enjoy assorted craft beers, hard ciders and seltzers, our own Northern […]
Union Depot's 2023 Doggie Depot is back! Enjoy your favorite paw-some activities like the crowning of the Canine King & Queen, giveaways, marketplace, interviews with pet experts, all at Union Depot! Visit uniondepot.org for more information!
Kids! Come to have FREE Cocoa at the Castle and visit with our Royal Family of King Boreas, Aurora Queen of the Snows, and our four Wind Princesses, to name a few! Enjoy a FREE cup of cocoa inside the Warming House at Landmark Plaza Park, just outside "the castle"! Presented by:
