Overview

The Great Northern celebrates our cold, creative winters through programming that invigorates mind and body. In an era of changing climate that threatens our signature season, we seek to create community, inspire action, and share the resilient spirit of the North with the world.

  • Arts

    Performances, site-specific art, film, writing, and more by visionary local, national, and international artists of all disciplines. Events speak to this place, the winter season, and our common humanity.

  • Outdoor/Active

    Events that get the blood pumping, promote healthy lifestyles, and embrace nature in winter.

  • Food & Drink

    Curated experiences focused on craft, regionality, and seasonality.

  • Climate

    Keynote conversations, panels, live podcasts and more that allow us to explore our changing climate through the lenses of culture and heritage, the economy, and social equity.