FreeSaint Paul Winter Carnival: Vulcan Snow Park at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds
Through Feb 7Jan 29 – Feb 7 · 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Daily 9:00 AM–9:00 PM; Giant Snow Slide open daily 10:00 AM–8:00 PM; Snow Sculpting Competition Jan 29–31
Vulcan Snow Park at Minnesota State Fairgrounds1265 Snelling Ave N, Falcon Heights, MN 55108 · 4.8 mi approx. from MinneapolisDirections
All ages; giant multi-lane snow slide for kids ages 3+; free parking; stroller/sled accessible snow grounds
FreeFree admission and parking; $3–$5 for unlimited snow slide wristbands; food trucks and hot cider available for purchase
About this adventure
The Vulcan Snow Park brings the outdoor giant snow carving competition to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Professional and amateur snow sculpting teams transform 8-foot-by-8-foot cubes of compacted snow into intricate 12-foot sculptures over several days of competition. Kids will love the giant multi-lane snow slide sculpted entirely from snowpack, the giant snow mountain for climbing, and the mini snow maze for toddlers. Hot mini-donuts, warm spiced apple cider, and bonfire warming barrels keep families toasty while exploring the whimsical snow gallery.
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