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Ice Castles

Date: Jan 22 - Feb 01, 2026

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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 and is the "Official Ice Castle of the 140th Saint Paul Winter Carnival". The icy gates are opened at various times.

Guests are able to step into magic and wonder with a landscape filled with ice slides, towers, tunnels and caverns. Explore stunning new sculptures crafted by internationally renowned ice sculptors. Every element is designed to immerse visitors in a whimsical, fairy-tale environment. New this Season, the icy fortress adds an ice river, snow caverns and nightly fire shows that will add a clash of fire and ice as flames dance amidst the Ice Castles backdrop.
Enjoy a Minnesota State Fair signature Pronto Pup, along with hand crafted cocktails at our Polar Pub Ice Bar. "We are thrilled to open the icy gates for Minnesota outdoor enthusiasts and make up for last year’s lack of winter. This year, we’re bringing the enchanting magic of Ice Castles to life, infused with the excitement and flair of Minnesota State Fair cuisine,” said Kyle Standifird, CEO of Ice Castles, “The natural beauty of the fairgrounds' tree-lined landscapes combines perfectly with the wonder of our frozen creations, creating a truly magical destination to experience.”

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Ice Castles

Jan 22 - Feb 01, 2026