The Great Northern Winter Festival 2026

Every winter, The Great Northern transforms Minneapolis and Saint Paul into a celebration of creativity, climate action, and connection. From sauna villages and public art unveilings to live music and chef pop-ups, this festival is powered by you, our community. But producing free and accessible events in winter takes real resources. The cost of creating large-scale, high-impact programming continues to grow each year. That’s why your support matters. With your Give to the Max gift, you’ll help fund free public programming, pay local artists, and keep spaces like The Warming Grounds and the Climate Action Fair open to everyone. Will you help support The Great Northern? Just $25 can make a difference. Every donation fuels creativity, connection, and climate leadership through Minnesota’s signature season.