Seasonal & Holidays
Ice Attractions Eye January Opening Dates As Cold Weather Returns
Ice artisans have been working to prepare sculptures, snow caverns and a new "ice river," organizers say.

January 3, 2025
ST. PAUL, Minn. — After a warm December, Ice Castles will open at the state fairgrounds on Friday, giving Minnesotans a chance to finally embrace the cold.
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Last year, the Ice Castles were in Maple Grove, but record warmth prompted organizers to close the attraction after just eight days.
Ice artisans have been working to prepare sculptures, snow caverns and a new "ice river," organizers say.
Find out what's happening in Across Minnesotafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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