There is a lot to do and see during Northern Spark’s 8 hours of art! Use this information to plan your night.
Dates and Times
Northern Spark will take place on Saturday, June 11 from 9:00 pm until 5:30 am.
- June 11, 9:00 pm – June 12, 2:00 am: Experience all art projects
- June 12, 2:00 am – 5:30 am: Closing event on Raspberry Island
Find details for all projects in the Art & Events section.
Locations
The venues for Northern Spark 2022:
- Rondo Community Library
461 Dale St N, St. Paul
- Springboard for the Arts
262 University Ave W, St. Paul
- Victoria Theater Arts Center
825 University Ave W, St. Paul
- Minnesota Museum of American Art (The M)
350 Robert St N, St Paul
- Raspberry Island
Mississippi River and Wabasha St. S.
Map
Find all Northern Spark locations and art projects on our interactive map: 2022.northernspark.org/attending-2/maps
INFORMATION HUBS
Northern Spark Information Hubs are a great way to get essential questions answered. Info Hubs have night-of festival updates, first aid supplies, and a festival reference map. Stop by and chat with a friendly volunteer.
Look for a red or white tent with lights in these places:
- Springboard for the Arts
- Raspberry Island
Look for an info table in these places:
- Victoria Theater Arts Center
- Minnesota Museum of American Art
Look for the Red Flags
Once you’re at a festival spot, all projects are marked by tall signs with red Northern Spark flags.
ADA Accessibility
Some projects are in unconventional spaces and may not have easy ADA access. All indoor venues are ADA accessible. Each festival project has its own Accessibility notes; please check the individual project pages or festival signage for details.
Check details on our Accessibility page.
COVID Safety
With abundant caution and care for our community, all festival artists, staff and volunteers are required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test result within 72 hours of the festival date.
Festival goers are encouraged to wear masks outdoors and required to wear masks indoors at Springboard for the Arts and Minnesota Museum of American Art (The M). Masks will be available at Springboard. Mask wearing is encouraged indoors at Rondo Community Library.
Where to eat and drink
Food vendors and restaurants. Food is just as important as art at Northern Spark!
Food vendors at Springboard for the Arts:
Krishna’s Delight (vegan and vegetarian fare)
Vanlice Lemonade
Food vendors near Victoria Theater Arts Center:
Demera Ethiopian Restaurant, located in between festival projects on University Ave.
Weather Updates
Northern Spark happens rain or (star) shine. Bring a jacket for later in the night as the temperature cools off. Visit northernspark.org and follow us on social media for night-of changes due to weather.
Pro Tips for Having a Great Night(s)
- Wear comfortable shoes.
- Bring weather appropriate gear and layers of clothing.
- Download your Metro Transit Free Ride Pass here (available soon) and ride to the festival.
- Stay hydrated!—bring a water bottle to fill up at Springboard for the Arts.
- Fuel up—bring snacks to eat and enjoy festival food vendor offerings.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Until then, connect with us on social media for the latest #northernspark news and updates:
Like us on facebook.com/NorthernSparkMN
Instagram: @northernlights.mn
Twitter: @nl_mn