• History Theatre Presents WHOOSH! 

    Jan. 29–Feb. 22. History Theatre, St. Paul. Tickets $25–70; student discounts available. WHOOSH! The Civil War Mythology of Michael Hickey and His Perilous Precipitation Over St. Anthony Falls is a powerful solo performance written and performed by Andrew Erskine Wheeler. Blending music, folklore, and family history, the production explores Minnesota’s layered past through the story […]

  • Frost Fest

    Groveland Ice Rinks

    January 31, 2–5 p.m. Groveland Ice Rinks. Free. RESCHEDULED DUE TO COLD Celebrate winter at Frost Fest with an afternoon of outdoor fun for all ages. Activities include ice skating, […]

  • Vulcan Victory Torchlight Parade

    January 31, 5:15–7:30 p.m. Downtown St. Paul. Free. A St. Paul Winter Carnival highlight, the Torchlight Parade features illuminated floats, marching units, and fireworks following the parade. The route ends […]

  • Doggie Depot

    February 1, 10 a.m. Union Depot. Free. Celebrate canine royalty at Doggie Depot, featuring local pet vendors, adoptable pups, and the crowning of the St. Paul Winter Carnival Canine King […]

  • Heirloom Fire: Czech Glasswork

    February 1, 1–2:30 p.m. C.S.P.S. Hall. $10. Minnesota jewelry artist Andrea Turini presents the history and traditions of Czech glassmaking, sharing photos and video from Jablonec nad Nisou. The program […]

  • Sketchy Night with St. Paul Art Collective

    February 2, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Schmidt Artist Lofts, St. Paul. Free. A relaxed, drop-in evening for sketching, conversation, and community. Open to members and artists interested in joining. Full schedule at stpaulartcollective.org.  2026 Dates February 2nd March 2nd May 4th June 1st July 6th August 3rd October 5th November 2nd December 7th

  • Community Blood Drive

    Highland Park Community Center

    Friday, February 6, 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Highland Park Community Center, 1978 Ford Parkway. Give blood and help save lives at this community blood drive hosted with Memorial Blood Center. Donating blood is a simple yet powerful way to support local hospitals and patients in need. Many appointment slots are available, and walk-ins may be accommodated […]

  • Karneval Tanzparty 2026

    February 7, 8 p.m.–1 a.m. Germanic-American Institute. $20-$25. Celebrate Karneval with Europop, costumes, dancing, and a Waltz Ball. Costumes encouraged. Tickets $20–$25. Details at gaimn.org/karneval.