Crone Carnival

Celebrating women of a certain age

with a joyous, cross-cultural festival of

art-making, drumming, music, storytelling, performance and reflection

in a beautiful outdoor setting

with opportunities for heartfelt conversation,

connecting with the wise people around you...

and an introvert yurt if you're not in the mood for all that!

Saturday, July 20, 3:30-8:30 PM

St. Paul, MN

A Crone claims the wisdom and authority of her lived experience.

She contains all the ages, all the selves she has ever been.

And she knows how to have a good time.

Whether you’re in the mood to sit back and enjoy the show

or you want to join in every activity,

you will be in the company of brilliant women – what’s better than that?

*Crones, Crones-in-training and Cronies of all genders and ages enthusiastically welcomed*

For more event information contact: Carolyn@EyeoftheHeartCenter.org

“One of the best summer social events you can and should be at.”

Last summer was our 1st Crone Carnival event here in Minneapolis, and we are so happy to bring it back as the highlight summer event from Eye of the Heart.

Here’s what previous participants had to say about the event:

"I loved the artistry, the dance, the drums, and mostly the encouragement of women to enjoy being creative with each other."

Image of women dancing around a maypole, laughing and having fun at our Crone Carnival event here in Minneapolis.
Image of men and women at the Crone Carnival drumming.

“The most inspiring parts for me were the naming and validating of the role of Witness and the Seed Meditation. Reflecting on my life in five-year segments, and holding the seeds, helped me recognize and love the paths my life has taken and how they have braided together to create for me now this wonderful role of witnessing.”

Image of one of our crones with her crown, which she made at the Crone Carnival last summer's biggest event.
Image of one of our Crones who spoke at the summer event, the Crone Carnival.

“The experience of the uplifting of the sacred feminine, and the uplifting of creativity as a sacred process. I just really enjoyed the whole community that was present.”

“I was blown away by how much thoughtful consideration, wisdom, and creativity went into planning and executing each aspect of the experience. The evening was rich with meaningful choices, but it wasn't complicated to participate...or to just have fun and appreciate it all. Thoughtful discussion with so many people I didn't know. Also, at the end, the music was wonderful!”

More photos from Crone Carnival 2023:

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

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