ST PAUL, Minn. — We're in the heart of winter and in true Minnesota fashion, we're celebrating the season outside.
The 135th Anniversary Saint Paul Winter Carnival, located at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, runs through Sunday, February 7, 2021.
The annual even features a Drive-Thru Ice & Snow Sculpture Park at the State Fairgrounds, which will be open each day of the Carnival. More than 30 attractions, including ice carvings, snow sculptures, hot air balloons, and other art pieces will entertain folks during the drive-by.
In addition to the Drive-Thru, the Winter Carnival is providing other fun and COVID-safe activities that keep with the festival’s tradition of embracing winter.
Events include:
- The Securian Winter Run
- Jigsaw Puzzle Contests (one in-person on Saturday and virtual on Sunday)
- New Saint Paul Scavenger Hunt, which gets folks outside to explore Saint Paul parks, landmarks, and attractions
- New CRAFTED: A Winter Carnival Craft Drink Experience using passport to local breweries, distilleries, and artisan coffee shops
- Winter Carnival Ice Fishing Contest via the app FishDonkey
- Virtual Family Days on both Saturdays January 30 and February 6
- And more!
Tickets for the carnival start at $20 and can be purchased online. For more information, visit WinterCarnival.com.