St. Paul residents looking for a chilly blast of fun to combat the winter blues need look no further. The City's Parks and Recreation department is hosting a series of family-friendly events, ideal for shaking off cabin fever and engaging in some much-needed frivolity.
Beginning on December 31, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Como Park Zoo & Conservatory will kickstart the festivities with its Noon Year's Confetti Dance Party. An encore celebration welcomes 2024 the following day, at the same time. These events promise to be a child's dream come true with dancing, activities, and that ever-important early countdown for the younger ones who might nod off before midnight. And guess what? It's also on January 1st, so if you missed the first round or loved it so much, you can do it all over again.
Following the Dance Party, the fun moves to North Dale on February 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., for the Como Blizzard Breakfast—a morning filled with hearty eats and the kind of outdoor activities that remind you that winter in Minnesota can indeed be a wonderland. But here's the catch: be prepared to brave the cold!
There isn’t an ounce of boredom in sight when Winter Family Fun & Games night rolls around on February 8 at Duluth & Case, with an hour scheduled from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event is geared to pump up the energy for the whole clan, setting up an evening of laughter and memories against the backdrop of a gleaming winter night.
The grand finale, unequivocally for the thrill-seekers, swings into action on February 19, 12 to 2 p.m., with the Winter Sledding Party at Highland Park Community Center. It's all about racing down the snowy hills as kids and adults alike crash the boredom barrier with sleds in tow—just don’t forget to bring your own sled and a sense of adventure.
All the events are open to the public and free of charge, courtesy of the City of St. Paul. So get your mittens out and get ready to dive into the heart of Minnesota’s winter wonder. For those itching for a bit of winter revelry, these community events offer a festive outlet that combines seasonal cheer with the thrill of a chill. And isn't that what winter in St. Paul is all about?
