🎉 Let the Magic Begin! ❄️🔥
The 140th Saint Paul Winter Carnival, Presented by Dungarvin, is kicking off in spectacular style with the Kick-Off to Carnival, Presented by T-Fiber—and you’re invited to be part of the moment we officially launch “The Coolest Celebration on Earth!”
📍 Rice Park
🕕 Festivities begin at 5 p.m.
Bundle up and gather your family and friends for an unforgettable winter night in the heart of Saint Paul. The celebration starts at 6 p.m. with an inspiring kickoff program, followed by an AWESOME Laser Light Show at 6:15 p.m. that will transform Rice Park into a glowing winter wonderland.
✨ Help Us “Light the Park!”
Join the Royal Family, the Vulcans, and fellow Carnival fans as we illuminate the park together. The first 200 guests will receive glow wands to wave during the show-bringing your own glow sticks or light-up gear is encouraged too!
🎺 What else to expect?
• A grand kickoff announcement from the 2025 Royal Family
• Special guest speakers
• Watch talented ice carvers begin their stunning sculptures
• Sip beverages at the Ice Bar, presented by Stella Residences, downtown Saint Paul’s newest apartment community and eat at the Food Truck Festival, presented by Bill Burg of Edina Realty
• Take in the dazzling lights of Rice Park and the City of Saint Paul
And the fun doesn’t stop there! Immediately following the kickoff, keep the celebration going with Klondike Kate festivities inside Landmark Center (tickets sold separately here).
🏒 PLUS! It’s Winter Carnival Night with the Minnesota Wild at 8:30 p.m.—the perfect way to cap off an epic evening! Go to this link for tickets and use code WINTER at checkout.
🕔 Schedule at a Glance:
• 5 p.m. – Food Truck Festival, presented by Bill Burg / Edina Realty & Ice Bar, presented by Stella Residences opens
• 6 p.m. – Kick-off, presented by T-Fiber Begins with a gathering & program
• 6:15 p.m. – Laser Light Show & Lighting of the Park
✨ We light the park. We launch the Carnival. We make history.
Don’t miss this unforgettable kickoff to 140 years of winter magic!