What better way to celebrate the winter solstice and darkest day of the year than with drums and fire? Robin "Adnan" Anders and some of the Twin Cities' hottest percussionists lead the drumming as Illumination Fire Dancers heat things up even more with soulful and mesmerizing dances of fire. Bring your drums and dancing feet as everyone is encouraged to participate in this annual celebration - all skill levels are welcome!You don't have to travel all the way to Hawaii (although that would be pretty nice this time of year) to experience fire dancing at its' finest. Illumination is the Twin Cities' premier fire troupe and will be featuring a variety of fire dances such as baton, staff, poi, devil stick, as well as elegant fire fingers, fans, palms, and wands.Nothing fuels these dances more than the heartbeat of the drum.

Versatile percussionist Robin "Adnan" Anders, who has been a staple in the Minnesota music scene with Boiled In Lead and others, will be joined by the likes of Tim O'Keefe, Michael Sullivan, Steve Spaise, and many more... It's an incredibly powerful experience when top-notch percussionists and skillful fire dancers come together to celebrate the long dark night at the turning of the year.

Mr Fun and Mystik Toyz have been teaching people of all ages to juggle and play for more than a decade. It's likely you have seen or played with them at a Minnesota festival at some point. Children and families are welcome to join in the fun and learn to play with all the fun toys offerred by Mystik Toyz. Mr Fun will be on hand to teach and will be offering the toys for sale.

As you know, a Minnesota winter can trick you into thinking summer's never coming back. All the more reason to embrace this beautiful season and celebrate all that it has to offer and more. Come one, come all - it's time to play!

$10 at the door