Great Northern Festival (St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota)
The Great Northern Festival draws visitors with a concept that may be described as a budding, sustainability-focused SXSW in the snow! This winter festival is all about public art, outdoor activities, and climate education, all while embracing the cold.
It features illuminating live performances, thought-provoking art displays, and meaningful conversations about climate change. There are also several outdoor activities and events available, including the St. Paul Winter Carnival, the City of Lakes Loppet (a cross-country ski festival), and the US Pond Hockey Championships.
One of the festival’s signature events is the Luminary Loppet, a spectacular night on the Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis. On top of this, the 2023 edition will bring new standout experiences.
You wouldn’t want to miss the festival kick-off event (known as Chill Out), where you’ll get the chance to experience a winter village complete with mouth-watering food, invigorating live music, sauna activations, captivating large-scale projections, warm beverages, and specialty cocktails from Vikre Distillery.
Plus, a winter festival wouldn’t be complete without a sauna village and the new Wim Hof Method cold immersion experience.
