At the end of the Winter Carnival the Vulcans overthrow King Boreas, ending the reign of winter over the city. To commemorate their victory, the 1st National Bank sign is returned to its usual red color.
During the 2017 St. Paul Winter Carnival celebration the 1st National Bank sign above the St. Paul skyline is lit blue in honor of the reign of King Boreas.
The 1st National Bank sign is lit blue during the St. Paul Winter Carnival.
