Family Music & Games Day

Historic Fort Snelling 200 Tower Ave., Saint Paul, MN, United States

Visit Historic Fort Snelling for a day of traditional music and games in the Visitor Center. The Fife and Drum Corps will be performing, and visitors are invited to try their hand at Game of Graces, cat's cradle, and more.

Red Bull Heavy Metal

Minnesota State Capitol 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN, United States

The world’s best street snowboarders will take over the steps of the Minnesota State Capitol for Red Bull Heavy Metal, a legendary showcase of grit, creativity, and raw energy. This free, single-day event will feature custom-designed competition zones, pushing riders to their limits on rails, gaps, and innovative features.

Snowshoe Tours

Historic Fort Snelling 200 Tower Ave., Saint Paul, MN, United States

A tour guide will lead you through the wintry sights of Historic Fort Snelling during a special snowshoe tour. Snowshoes and ski poles will be provided, along with a hot beverage. Tours are limited to 25 people.

$20

Saint Paul Winter Carnival

Rice Park 109 W 4th St., Saint Paul, MN, United States

The Saint Paul Winter Carnival has been held since 1886 in and around Rice Park in downtown Saint Paul. Family-friendly winter activities include a Snow Park, parades, Fire & Ice Run, and more.

Minnesota Roller Derby

Roy Wilkins Auditorium 175 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN, United States

Minnesota Roller Derby will face off in bout 3 of their season at this fast-paced and fun event at Roy Wilkins Auditorium. See the Wednesday Warnings take on Roller Vertex and Bodies of Water compete against Maul Rats.

$15

Sparklerama

Minnesota Children's Museum 10 West Seventh Street, Saint Paul, MN, United States

Celebrate the New Year a day early at the Minnesota Children's Museum! At Sparklerama, families can enjoy music, dancing, party favors, and activities and crafts.

Minnesota Roller Derby

Roy Wilkins Auditorium 175 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN, United States

Minnesota Roller Derby will face off in bout 2 of their season at this fast-paced and fun event at Roy Wilkins Auditorium. See the Maul Rats take on Roller Vertex and Bodies of Water compete against Wednesday Warnings.

$15

Circus Juventas: Blizzard!

Circus Juventas 1270 Montreal Avenue, Saint Paul, MN, United States

Local acrobatic group Circus Juventas presents their annual holiday performance under the big top!