Thursday, January 26, 2012

Weekend Happenings: St. Paul Winter Carnival

The St. Paul Winter Carnival
Downtown St. Paul
January 26 thru February 5
Click HERE for schedule of events
Cost:  Most events free to the Public



The St. Paul Winter Carnival has been around since 1886 and these days draws over 350,000 visitors each year.   The mission of the Carnival is "To foster a sense of community, pride, belonging and connectedness by celebrating Saint Paul's unique history and emerging heritage through fun and educational experiences."
 
What can you expect?  A lot!  Ice carvings, parades, coronations, art shows, a half-marathon, hockey, ice skating, sled dog races, curling, food, and music galore.  There's something for everyone, every day of the festival.  Be sure to check it out at their website, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.



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