Ice Bars
The Ice Bars return to refresh happy Carnival-goers throughout the daily activities. Join us for Happy Hour and enjoy our house-made HOT mulled wine, as well as various beers and...Learn More »
Winter Carnival Music Series
Enjoy live music performed in Kellogg Mall Park by talented artists encompassing a wide variety of genres on the Treasure Island Resort and Casino Entertainment Stage. The Winter Carnival Music Series...Learn More »
Family Day
Looking for something warm to do with your family this winter season? Head on over to the Landmark Center on February 2, 2019, from 11 AM-5 PM for the Saint...Learn More »
Kids’ Day
On January 26, 2019, from 2 PM to 6 PM, be sure to head on over to Landmark Center for Kids' Day. Hosted by the Saint Paul YMCA, Kids’ Day...Learn More »
Fancy Hotdish Competition
Witness local culinary greats compete in one of the most cut-throat competitions Minnesota has to offer: the 2nd Annual Fancy Hotdish Competition. 8 chefs—judged on creativity, taste, presentation and the...Learn More »
Puzzle Contest
The Puzzle Contest, brought to you by PuzzleTwist®, is one of the most popular events of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival. This year's competition will take place on Saturday, January...Learn More »
Kellogg Mall Park
Saint Paul’s beautiful and historic Kellogg Mall Park acts as center stage for the Saint Paul Winter Carnival. Check out the variety of events and activities to be hosted in...Learn More »
Ice Palaces
In North America, Montreal was the first great city to create an Ice Palace. However when a smallpox epidemic broke out in Montreal in 1885, St. Paul leaders moved quickly...Learn More »
Vulcan Snow Park
Vulcan Snow Park is SNOW much fun! There’s something to see or do every day of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival, such as zooming down the giant snow slide, playing...Learn More »
Parades
Parades are a favorite of every festival and the Saint Paul Winter Carnival has three to keep you entertained. Visit all three of these great parades! Moon Glow Pedestrian Parade...Learn More »
Securian Financial Winter Run
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 the 34th running of...Learn More »
Pioneer Press Treasure Hunt
The eagerly awaited 2018 Pioneer Press Treasure Hunt, presented by Fury Jeep, will begin with publication of the first clue in Pioneer Press editions of Sunday, January 21st, 2018 and...Learn More »
Saintly City Cat Show
Saturday, January 26 and Sunday, January 27, 2019, Saint Paul RiverCentre The 43rd Annual Saintly City Cat Championship Cat Show will feature hundreds cats from the United States and Canada....Learn More »
Royal Coronation
The magical journey of King Boreas along with Aurora, Queen of the Snows; the four Winds and Wind Princesses; as well as the Royal Guard begins with the Royal Coronation. A...Learn More »
What's new this year?
For a listing of our new events, visit our new events calendar
Calendar of Events
Saint Paul Winter Carnival has loads of events! Are you curious to see what else is happening?