Ice Castles Minnesota | Minnesota State Fair Grounds
Dates: December 29, 2026 – February 21, 2026
Times:
Monday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday & Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Ticket Prices:
Adults (ages 12+): PEAK – $26, OFF-PEAK – $18
Children (ages 4–11): PEAK – $19, OFF-PEAK – $13
Ages 3 and under: FREE
These are timed-entry ticket prices that you select when you buy online; prices vary by day of the week and demand (weekends and holiday periods cost more).
Ice Castles Minnesota is a seasonal winter attraction at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds that transforms thousands of hand-placed icicles into a glowing, walk-through ice wonderland. Visitors can explore towering ice formations, tunnels, caverns, archways, and sculptures, slide down ice slides, and enjoy color-changing LED lights that make evening visits especially magical. The experience also typically includes warm treats, a frozen ice bar for adults, and plenty of photo-worthy moments, making it a popular winter outing for families, couples, and visitors of all ages.
Race down one of the exhilarating ice slides designed for people of all ages.- Explore ice caverns and get lost in a frozen maze where wonder awaits around every turn.
- Squeeze through passageways just large enough for children and adults who are adventurous enough to crawl.
- Discover elaborate, world-class ice sculptures hand-carved by local and international artists.
- Belly up to a frosty ice bar and order a winter-themed alcoholic beverage that you can enjoy while you chill out in the coolest place in town.
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Thank you for keeping us all up to date on the fun upcoming events!!
Looks beautiful!
Ice castle entry