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The Winter Carnival has grown over the years and the legend has evolved to place it in the role of a strong community organization. The Royal Family makes over 400 appearances in a given year and participates in many activities to benefit the communities around the Twin Cities Metro Area. As a community organization, the members of the Royal Family and Vulcan Krewe travel internationally throughout the US and Canada visiting different communities and engaging in various festivals. They promote community awareness and volunteerism and support many causes.
The Winter Carnival is held during January each year. The only years it was not held were during World War II out of respect for the conflict abroad. Currently the Winter Carnival runs the following events as part of the celebration:
- Royal Coronation
- Grand Day Parade
- Outdoor Beer Dabbler Festival
- Winter Carnival Medallion Hunt
- Dogsled Race
- Kids Day
- Snow Sculpting
- Ice Sculpture Carving
- Klondike Kate Cabarets
- Historic Art Exhibit
- Torchlight Parade
Read more about this topic: Saint Paul Winter Carnival
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