2022 Events
David Guttenfelder: A visual journey through Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands
Photojournalist and National Geographic explorer David Guttenfelder joins National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation’s Tom Irvine for a narrated journey to Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands.
Philip Glass 85th birthday celebration at Malcolm Yards
On the eve of Philip Glass’ 85th birthday, The Great Northern honors the unprecedented impact the composer has had on the musical and intellectual life of his times with a gigantic outdoor screening of his cult classic KOYAANISQATSI projected onto Minneapolis’ iconic United Crushers Mill.
Milkweed Editions & The Great Northern present Michael Kleber-Diggs: A Reading from Worldly Things
In his debut poetry collection Worldly Things, poet, essayist, and literary critic Michael Kleber-Diggs delivers profound reflections on loss, parenthood, masculinity, and life as a Black man in contemporary America (and specifically, in St. Paul, Minnesota).
Learning from Place: Bdote
An immersive experience offered by the Minnesota Humanities Center that invites participants to visit, inhabit, and expand their understanding of Twin Cities sites with deep significance to Dakota people.
Waffles & Ski with Karyn Tomlinson
Celebrated chef Karyn Tomlinson of Myriel—“one of the most revolutionary new spots in America” (Esquire)—and her team have partnered with The Great Northern and the Loppet Foundation to produce a specialty food and ski experience amongst the wintry trails of Theodore Wirth Park.
Latins on Ice
Five local Latin performers reflect on their distinct Minnesota winter experiences in a comedic, tragic, and passionate variety show set on the frozen Lake Nokomis.
Molly Joyce: Perspective
One of the "most versatile, prolific and intriguing composers working under the vast new-music dome" (The Washington Post), Molly Joyce's Perspective is an ongoing multimedia project featuring words and stories of disabled interviewees set within a complimentary soundscape.
U.S. Pond Hockey Championships
Since 2006, The U.S. Pond Hockey Championships have given hockey enthusiasts a premier opportunity to experience hockey the way nature intended.
The Great Northern at Cardamom Ice Bar
Set on the backdrop of the ice bar created by Cardamom, MN Ice, and Apricot Floral, this singular dining and beverage experience will reinvigorate the senses and transport guests to another world as they gaze over the Minneapolis skyline.
Jovan C. Speller & Andy DuCett: Conservatory
A physically immersive and visually captivating experience designed to center Black life. Surrounded by solid ice, a thriving greenhouse garden wedged between two buildings in a downtown Saint Paul alley will flourish with hundreds of deeply hued plants.
Saint Paul Winter Carnival
The Great Northern founding partner Saint Paul Winter Carnival has brought family-friendly events and community pride to Saint Paul and the Twin Cities metro area since 1886.
Juxtaposition winter art
Youth apprentices from Juxtaposition Arts' Graphics Lab will debut their animated visions of winter projected onto Highlight Tower on loop in Northeast Minneapolis Jan 26, and making their way across Minneapolis and Saint Paul at surprise locations to be announced.