Negative degree weather did not stop locals from playing in the snow

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North Dakota is reaching the frigid days of negative degree weather, but instead of staying inside in the warmth, Fargo-Moorhead locals celebrated the cold and gathered at the annual Frostival event.

Frostival 2019 was take place Jan. 25 and 26 and had many events and activities for people of all ages to enjoy. The events were spread across Fargo, between the downtown area and the Viking Ship Park. Activities consisted of snow sculpture carving, “undie” run down Broadway, beard invasion, sledding, live concerts by Boomtown and Two Way Crossing and much more.

Mounds of snow created a large sledding hill for any age to participate in, as everyone cheered on their way down. Locals gathered around the fire to roast marshmallows, while others used the portable sauna to warm up.  

The snow sculptures were a hit, as everyone gathered to take photos of the different shapes and carvings. There were some areas that had snow for people to carve whatever they wanted. Sculptures ranged from “Goo, goo, g’joob,” “A Winter Voyage,” “Snow Globes,” “Ice Fishing,” “Shakespeare” and “Eustis.”

The day was celebratory and cold, with a feeling of around negative 18 degrees. Some events were moved indoors, while others were cancelled all together, but to keep other events warm, hot chocolate was offered to those in attendance.