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Head to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds to explore

Head to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds to explore these @stpaulwintercarnival events on Sunday, January 26!

The FREE Vulcan Snow Park has these events happening!

⛄️ Kids snow treasure hunt from 11-3
⛄️ MN state snow sculpting competition from 8-12
⛄️ finished snow sculpture viewing from 12-9
⛄️ snow maze from 9-9

While you’re there head next door to @icecastles_mn! This is a ticketed event, so get tickets in advance!

This Snow Park & Ice Castles are sponsored by City & County Credit Union ❄️

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Here’s everything you need to know! ❄️ The

Here’s everything you need to know!

❄️ The Vulcan Snow Park is a FREE event and now open daily until 9 pm through February 2nd. Live sculpting is happening this weekend and ends Sunday the 26th - finished sculptures are on display through the 2nd!

📍 The Vulcan Snow Park is located on the kidway at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Parking is free!

❄️ @icecastles_mn is a ticketed event, and tickets must be purchased online in advance. Prices range from $12 - $24 per ticket. Under 4 are free! Open now through February 17th.

📍Ice castles are located near the grandstand at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Parking is free!

This Snow Park & Ice Castles are sponsored by City & County Credit Union.

#minnesota @citycountycu

Things people love to DM me when I share our Minne

Things people love to DM me when I share our Minnesota adventures.

Comment LUTSEN and I’ll send you my full itinerary with recommendations for stays, our favorite runs on the mountain, and the best restaurants in the area!

Shout out to @hamshauslutsen our fav stay!

#lookaboutlindsey #minnesota

Show is only 45 minutes so it’s great for little

Show is only 45 minutes so it’s great for little kids! And tickets start at $15!

We’ve never read the book and still loved it.

This was our second show at @childrenstheatrecompany and they always do such a great job! Incredibly kid friendly with things to do before and after the show.

Refreshments and snacks are available.

The manual cinema was so interesting to watch come to life - I enjoyed it just as much if not more than our daughter!

#lookaboutlindsey #minnesota

Here’s the details! @skybrothersparagliding is

Here’s the details!

@skybrothersparagliding is doing ice boat rides this winter on Lake Minnetonka in Wayzata! This might just be the coolest winter sport.

Book a 30 minute slot via @skybrothersparagliding Instagram. They will send you details on where to meet and what to wear. They have extra gear in case you need some!

I wore winter boots, snowpants, layers, wind resistant winter jacket, insulated gloves, hand warmers, neck/face gaiter, ski helmet, and ski goggles. You will need it all - trust me!

The ride is like a go kart on the ice. You go fast and the windchill will get you if you don’t have the proper gear!

Have fun!

#lookaboutlindsey #minnesota

Details here! 👇 @theicepalace_mn opens tonigh

Details here! 👇

@theicepalace_mn opens tonight (1/11/25) and is located in Delano (30 mins west of twin cities)!

Tickets to the palace can be purchased online in advance. They are $2 more at the door so get them in advance!

Open 1/11 - 2/16

Thursdays and Fridays: 5-9 pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 4-9 pm

🧊 Ice palace with lots of things to explore: tunnels, lights, ice slide, igloo, and more!

🧊warming tents, fires, photo ops, sledding

🧊food trucks, gift shop

It’s so well done - have fun!

@lindseyranzau

#minnesota

Some more winter adventures for you! 1. Rent sno

Some more winter adventures for you!

1. Rent snowmobiles with @polarisadventures - there’s a bunch of locations that have rentals around Minnesota!

2. Dine in an igloo at @grand_viewlodge - one of our favorite winter stays!

3. Ice skating at Central Park ice skate loop in Maple Grove. The ice is climate controlled so always pristine. Rentals and warming hut onsite!

4. Minnesota Ice Maze at the Minnesota ice festival is now open at TCO stadium in Eagan!

5. Downhill skiing at @lutsenmountains on the North Shore! We love the views of Lake Superior from the chalet.

@lindseyranzau

#minnesota #lookaboutlindsey

Living it up in the tundra this winter! ❄️ 1

Living it up in the tundra this winter! ❄️

1. Snowshoe at Interstate State Park in Taylor’s Falls - we brought our own snowshoes and took the railroad trail.

2. Outdoor curling at @forgottenstarbrewing - we love it here and go every winter! Reservations are required in advance (book online), otherwise see their website for open curling dates.

3. Ice skating at Centennial Lakes Park in Edina - skating is free, but they also offer rentals on site for a fee!

4. Igloo dining at @dukesonseven in Minnetonka - such a fun and cozy experience! Make reservations in advance online.

5. Rush River Ice Sculptures in Maiden Rock WI (don’t @ me that it’s not in MN haha it’s so close!) - see over 2 dozen huge free form ice structures. Free to visit and lights up at night! NOTE: As of 1/5/25 they aren’t open yet for the season, stay up to date on their Facebook page for opening date!

#minnesota #lookaboutlindsey

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