Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival

#chillandthrill Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival has established itself as the world's premier winter tourist destination and a paradise for photographers. During the months of December, January, and February, a multitude of tourists visit the ice city for winter vacations, family holidays, or honeymoons. Traditionally, the Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival opens around December 20 and lasts until the end of February. However, its official opening ceremony is typically held on January 5th each year, marking the formal start of the festival. The event features a wide array of activities and events, including ice and snow carnivals, international ice sculpture competitions, ice lantern shows, ice sliding, ice-sailing, sledging, ice hockey, ice football, speed skating, cross-country skiing, and Alpine skiing competitions. Additionally, there are opportunities for fishing, swimming, ice and snow film art shows, painting exhibitions, calligraphy displays, photo exhibitions, folk song and dance performances, ice wedding ceremonies, trade talks, trade fairs, as well as various national and international sports events.