The ice lantern sculptures are mainly made by college students or young ice sculpture enthusiasts. Over 300 fine ice sculptures are displayed, including internally-illuminated ice lanterns, magical figures, and animals that are loved by children. There are fun activities that kids may enjoy, such as small ice slides. Ice sculpture of the Sphinx erected for the 2010 festival. Swing saws are used to carve ice into blocks, taken from the frozen surface of the Songhua River. [13] Chisels, ice picks and various types of saws are then used by ice sculptors to carve out large scaled ice sculptures, [14] many of them intricately designed [13] and worked on all day and night prior to the commencement of the festival. HARBIN, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- At Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow theme park, veteran ice sculptor Zhang Hongyan is putting his finishing touches on 12 zodiac sculptures, infusing them with a unique charm that enhances the Chinese New Year atmosphere for visitors from around the world. Sculptor Workshops: Some ice and snow sculpture parks offer workshops where you can learn the basics of ice carving. Local and international sculptors guide participants in creating their own small ice or snow sculptures. Chinese New Year Celebrations: The festival often coincides with the Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival. This The 19th National Collegiate Ice Sculpture Design Award: Dec. 28 - 30, 2024: Zhaolin Park: The 36th Harbin International Ice Sculpture Competition: Jan. 2 - 4, 2025: Ice and Snow World: The 5th National Youth Professional Ice Sculpture Competition: Jan. 2 - 4, 2025: Zhaolin Park: The Opening Ceremony of Harbin Ice Festival: Jan. 5 - 6, 2025 HARBIN, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- At Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow theme park, veteran ice sculptor Zhang Hongyan is putting his finishing touches on 12 zodiac sculptures At the Harbin Ice-Snow World, a theme park dedicated to the Asian Winter Games, visitors are treated with a spectacular drone show celebrating the Chinese New Year. The park also features a variety of ice sculptures with festive themes, including a carp symbolizing prosperity and the Chinese character Fu (meaning good fortune) carved in ice. In the run-up to Chinese New Year, the "Ice City" of Harbin is adorned with various kinds of decorations, such as red lanterns and colorful lights, which light up the city at night and add to the festive vibe. What's also striking are the ice sculptures, mascots and posters for the upcoming Asian Winter Games across the city's streets and avenues. Zhaolin Park has been hosting the Harbin Ice Festival since 1985. It is now one of the main attractions at this annual event. The park covers an area of almost 17 hectares and includes an outdoor exhibition area filled with snow sculptures, illuminated ice buildings, and ice-lanterns. It's part of an international ice and snow festival that takes place every year in Harbin, in China. Members of the public can pay to walk around the sculptures and explore the festival park. Baltimore's Harbor Point is gearing up for a weekend extravaganza combining frosty artistry with Lunar New Year celebrations. According to the WMAR-2 News report, the Harbor Point Ice Festival Temple Fairs: A Hub of Tradition and Festivity. Temple fairs (miaohui) are among the most iconic and popular outings during Chinese New Year. These fairs date back over a thousand years to the Tang and Song dynasties, originally serving as gatherings around temples for religious worship. Year of the Snake Event at Rainbow Chinese (Jan. 29, 5:30-8:30 p.m.) Ring in the Lunar New Year with a family-style feast at Rainbow Chinese on Minneapolis’ Eat Street. Tickets include an all-you-can-eat dinner, complimentary amuse-bouche, and two beverages crafted by expert mixologist Marco Zappia. Courtesy of Rainbow Chinese January 1: New Year’s Day ceremony and performances; February 10-17, 2025: Chinese New Year festival peak; February 24: Lantern Festival celebrations; Special ticket packages available for celebration dates; Photography timing recommendations Sunrise shots: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM (minimal crowds) Architectural details: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (best The Chinese New Year will be celebrated in Helsinki again on Monday, 31 January, when the year of the Ox turns into the year of the Tiger. In addition to the festive programme that will be available online, people can admire numerous ice sculptures around the city. 80109 Lunar New Year Ice Festival Set Details. Name: Lunar New Year Ice Festival Set Number: 80109 Pieces: 1519 Price: $119.99 | £89.99 GBP | AU$149.99 Minifigures: 13 Exclusive to: N/A Theme: Chinese New Year / Chinese Traditional Festival Release Date: 1 January 2022 Designer: Chris Perron (@ctperron) Buy from LEGO.com Zhaolin Park – Known for its Ice Lantern Fair, featuring smaller-scale ice sculptures. Key Events: Ice Sculpture Competitions – National and international artists compete to create the most intricate and awe-inspiring ice and snow sculptures. Ice Lantern Festival – A dazzling display of ice lanterns, especially popular at Zhaolin Park. Ice & Snow World: 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM; Sun Island Snow Sculptures: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Zhaolin Park Ice Lanterns: 1:30 PM - 9:30 PM; 🌟Pro Tip: Visit Ice & Snow World around 3 PM with kids. You'll see the sculptures in daylight first, then watch as they illuminate at sunset, but still get back to the hotel before everyone's too exhausted. Ice, Ice, Baby. Boston Harbor Now is proud to present the 12th annual New Year’s Eve on the Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll with nearly 30 sculptures on display!. On New Year’s Eve, Boston’s waterfront will be transformed into a magical winter wonderland with unique and interactive ice sculptures in neighborhoods from Revere Beach all the way down to the Seaport. The lanterns are lined along the new ICE LAND: Ice Sculptures with SpongeBob SquarePants tent for all guests to admire and take pictures with. The Lantern Festival has been part of Chinese New Year celebrations since the Han Dynasty of Chinese Empire (206 BC- 221 AD).
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