The Great Northern returns to Minneapolis and Saint Paul Jan 25-Feb 4, 2024, with more than 50 events to help you find light and inspiration in the depth of winter. Explore 2024 events + register at

"If visiting Minnesota in the dead of winter doesn’t sound appealing, then you probably don’t know about The Great Northern Festival, an event that embraces the north’s bitter cold and celebrates all things winter."⁠. Thank you, @TravelLeisure and writer Evie Carrick!.

RT @UMNclimate: We're so excited to be part of @greatnorthern's Climate Solutions Series! @heidiroop will present on emerging careers in cl….

Engage in a thought-provoking series of discussions with expansive perspectives on innovative climate solutions Jan 27-28, 2024—with an aim to create space for dreaming and envisioning a greener and more sustainable future for all. Learn more:

The Great Northern is honored to be recognized as one of Outside Magazine 's 9 Best Climate Forward Festivals in 2024. Thank you @outsidemagazine and @ecarmichael19!.

Give yourself or a loved one the gift of the North this winter! Save 15% off a Steam Session at The Great Northern Sauna Village, or an additional 10% off the already discounted Sauna Lovers package now through Nov 27. Use code "BFsauna" at checkout:

The Great Northern is seeking an Administrative Assistant and a Marketing & Engagement Assistant to support organizational operations and grow and engage audiences during the 2024 festival. Learn more about the part-time roles at

The Great Northern is seeking an experienced, innovative, and flexible event producer to help organize an exciting installation during its 2024 festival!. Find details + apply by Oct 8 for priority review at

Join our team! The Great Northern is looking for a part-time Production Manager to lead the logistics for a new work as part of the 2024 festival—Untitled Night, an outdoor ensemble dance performance on the frozen Silver Lake. Learn more:

The Great Northern is hiring! Our fun, passionate, and creative team is looking for a seasonal, part-time Sauna Village Producer and Manager. Learn more + apply:

The Great Northern is a Ruth Arts Artist Choice grantee! Today, the @rutharts_ announces 56 arts organizations have been recognized by their unique Artist-led grant program, Artist Choice. We are honored to be among the inspiring recipients of this program.

RT @ericdayton: Big day for @greatnorthern! I can’t wait to see the next chapter unfold under Jovan's leadership combined with @KNordstrum'….

After a national search, we are thrilled to announce that Jovan C. Speller Rebollar will join The Great Northern as its new Executive Director! Learn more at

RT @ProjectDrawdown: #ClimateTwitter, in case you missed it earlier this winter, we invite you to check out @GlobalEcoGuy’s “Cautious Case….

We are excited to share video recordings from The Great Northern’s Climate Solutions Series, a collection of events engaging diverse perspectives on climate solutions presented Jan 27-29, 2023. Learn more:

RT @MplsParksFndtn: Scenes from our Winter Walk & Talk along the Central Riverfront this past Saturday. Thank you to the @greatnorthern for….

Over the last two weeks, The Great Northern shared 70+ events across 41 locations throughout Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Thank you to all who opened their minds, donned multiple layers, and celebrated and reflected upon winter in the North with us!

RT @NAEEMmusic: It’s going to be a toasty 32 degrees in Minneapolis today so there is no reason not to celebrate with us @icehousempls toni….

RT @SahanJournal: A new @ProjectDrawdown documentary focusing on people fighting for climate change solutions in the Minnesota was previewe….

RT @AlarmWillSound: This Sunday, @greatnorthern presents Alarm Will Sound performing "Ten Thousand Birds" by John Luther Adams at @artsmia.….