Bringing joy and laughter since 1946
We’re the oldest clown club in the United States, spreading joy through parades, community events, and charitable performances across Minnesota.
A Legacy of Laughter
Founded in 1946, the Saint Paul Clown Club holds the distinction of being the oldest clown club in the United States. For nearly eight decades, we’ve been dedicated to bringing smiles to faces across Minnesota through professional performances, community engagement, and charitable work.
Our members are committed performers who train in the art of clowning, combining traditional skills with modern entertainment to create memorable experiences for audiences of all ages.
What we do
Parades
Bringing color, laughter, and crowd interaction to parades across Minnesota.
Community Events
Creating welcoming experiences at schools, city events, and local gatherings.
Festivals
Providing interactive entertainment, games, comedy, and family fun.
Charity Work
Supporting outreach programs, fundraisers, and community causes with kindness and joy.
Wanna be a clown?
Ever been intrigued by the art of clowning? Each year, the Saint Paul Clown Club welcomes new members who want to learn, perform, connect with the community, and help bring smiles to others. Whether you’re simply curious or ready to jump in, there’s a place for you here.
Blog Posts
- Don’t forget the why
The Problem Isn’t That Clowning Is Dying It’s That Too Many Clowns Forgot What Matters… Read more: Don’t forget the why - The audience knows when your faking it!
One of the hardest lessons for performers to accept is this: Audiences are far smarter… Read more: The audience knows when your faking it! - The real reason some clowns burn out
Nobody talks enough about burnout in clowning. Maybe because people assume clowns are supposed to… Read more: The real reason some clowns burn out - A good clown understands that not everyone needs a clown
One of the first things a performer learns is how to approach people. One of… Read more: A good clown understands that not everyone needs a clown - The best clowns don’t try to be the funniest person in the room
A lot of performers enter clowning thinking the goal is to become hilarious. That makes… Read more: The best clowns don’t try to be the funniest person in the room - Why clowning means more than laughter to some of us
Most people see a clown and think about laughter first. Big shoes.Funny faces.Chaos.Comedy.Color and noise… Read more: Why clowning means more than laughter to some of us
Ready to Add Joy to Your Event?
Whether you’re planning a parade, festival, or community celebration, the Saint Paul Clown Club is ready to bring smiles and laughter to your event.