Saint Paul Winter Carnival

In 1885, a New York reporter wrote that Saint Paul was, "another Siberia, unfit for human habitation" in winter.

The organizers say the event also served to bring the community closer together, including members of nearby Native American tribes.

Many members of local tribes would ride into the city and pitch tents to participate in the Winter Carnival.

2021 had a drive-thru carnival and saw strict measures to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, such as wearing masks & social distancing.

The Royal Family makes over 400 appearances annually[2] and participates in community activities around the Twin Cities Metro Area and the state of Minnesota.

In the case of the Queen of the Snows and the four Wind Princesses, a multi-month candidacy program including service events, interviews and appearances.

The Royal Family consists of: The Vulcan Krewe represents the warm side of the Winter Carnival Legend.

In 1916, Ron Stewart, Vulcanus Rex I, wore a warm blanket coat with a wide sash and a headpiece with devil-type horns on it.

Titles bestowed usually reflect the individual's special contribution to a community, company, club or organization, or family.

Starting out in 1932 as Saint Paul Squad 1 and in 1940 becoming a reserve hose cart, it is believed to be the only one of its type left.

This board's main objective is to provide support for the Vulcan Krewe and also to plan many activities and events for F&B members and their families to attend throughout the year.

The medallion has previously been hidden in a diaper, a White Castle hamburger box, a pop can, inside an Oreo cookie, and frozen in ice.