• 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, games, prizes, hot chocolate, and a cozy bonfire. Hosted at the Groveland Ice Rinks, this family-friendly event brings neighbors together to embrace the season and […]

  • 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 at Rice Park with the Vulcan Overthrow ceremony. Learn more at wintercarnival.com.

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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.

  • Valentines for Seniors

    February 7, 12:15–1:30 p.m. C.S.P.S. Hall. Hosted by Sokol Minnesota Youth Link, this drop-in event invites community members to make Valentine’s cards for seniors. Art supplies and snacks provided. Learn […]