Festival Dates: Jan 28 – Feb 1, 2026

Your Support Powers Minnesota’s Boldest Season

We need your support to bring The Great Northern to life.

This year, The Great Northern is reimagining its footprint with a centralized festival home along Saint Anthony Main—from Father Hennepin Bluff Park to Hennepin Avenue—creating a walkable, immersive winter experience for all.

Whether it’s a one-time gift or a multi-year pledge, your contribution allows us to plan ambitiously and build a festival that is rooted in community, creativity, and climate resilience.

What Your Donation Helps Us Achieve

More free, publicly available and accessible programming

Engaging with the community

Providing young leaders with tools and resources for climate action

Foster connections between communities

Become a Member of The Great Northern

Stay connected to Minnesota’s boldest season all year long. As a member, you’ll unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes stories, and special invitations that keep the spirit of The Great Northern alive — even after the snow melts.

Big thanks to our supporters!

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