Beijing's first wave of ice and snow activities will kick off gradually starting in mid-December, spanning both the New Year and Spring Festival holidays. Plan ahead and enjoy the fun of ice and snow with your family and friends!
The First Ice·Snow Carnival at Beijing Workers' Sports Complex
The first "Ice·Snow Carnival at the Beijing Workers' Sports Complex will launch on December 18, 2024, at the newly renovated Beijing Workers' Sports Complex in Chaoyang, Beijing, and will run until late February. Spanning the New Year and Spring Festival holidays, the event promises participants a uniquely enchanting ice and snow wonderland experience, creating unforgettable winter memories.
The carnival features over 20 attractions, including entertainment, sports, culture, dining, and performances, offering a diverse range of experiences. Visitors can enjoy a variety of trendy and popular ice and snow activities, such as snowmobiles, bumper cars, and snow karting. Additionally, classic snow play activities like snowball fights and snowman building are specially designed for both adults and children. Taking advantage of the unique location of the Workers' Stadium, the park also boasts thrilling attractions such as the "Rainbow Slide" and the mysterious Polar Exploration Maze, providing a fresh and exciting snow play experience.
In addition, there will be occasional mysterious activities held on-site, creating a trendy social scene and offering new options for family gatherings, friends' outings, and romantic dates. These activities aim to strengthen relationships while enjoying the fun of ice and snow. During the Christmas and Spring Festival holidays, the carnival will host special events to bring a festive and joyful atmosphere to winter in Beijing.
The first Ice·Snow Carnival at the Workers' Stadium has officially launched early bird ticket presales on December 6. Tickets can be purchased through platforms like Maoyan and Douyin, so hurry and grab yours!
Event Time and Location:
December 18, 2024 to mid-late February 2025
Beijing Workers' Sports Complex (Entrance at the North Gate)
The 11th Ice Fitness Activity at the Summer Palace
Beijing's largest outdoor ice rink, which can accommodate up to 5,000 people on the ice at the same time.
Event Time and Location:
Late December 2024 to February 3, 2025
Kunming Hu(Lake) Main Area, Summer Palace
The 14th Bird's Nest Winter Ice and Snow Festival
In mid-December, the 14th Bird's Nest Winter Ice and Snow Festival will make a grand return in collaboration with "Eggy Party" to launch the "Eggy Super Drift Wonderland." This will be the first large-scale sports venue combining digital and physical elements into an ice and snow theme park. For the first time, a one-ticket unlimited play mode will be introduced, offering citizens and tourists a unique ice and snow adventure.
The 14th Bird's Nest Winter Ice and Snow Festival will use ice and snow as a medium to collaborate for the first time with the game IP "Eggy Party," blending the virtual and physical worlds and breaking down dimensional barriers. Classic ice and snow activities will be transformed into the "Eggy" Ice Wonderland, offering participants a cross-dimensional "ice and snow adventure." The event will also feature oversized "Eggy Party" IP character figures set against the backdrop of the Bird's Nest, creating a dreamy ice and snow theme park atmosphere.
The 14th Bird's Nest Winter Ice and Snow Festival will run until mid-February 2025, and for the first time, it will introduce the "One Ticket for All Attractions" model. Visitors need only purchase a single ticket to unlock access to all activities. Tickets can be reserved through the WeChat mini-program, major online ticket platforms, and their mini-programs. Early bird tickets are available at a discounted price for purchases made before the park opens (valid until January 27, 2025).
Event Time and Location:
Mid-December 2024 to Mid-February 2025
National Stadium (Bird's Nest)
The 11th Ice and Snow Carnival Series in Dongcheng
Starting in late December, ice and snow carnival activities will be launched across various parks in Dongcheng. A variety of ice and snow entertainment facilities, leisure experience projects, and fun activities will be introduced, allowing citizens to fully enjoy the excitement of winter sports.
Event Time and Location:
Late December
Longtan Park, Longtanzhonghu Park, Liuyin Park
Winter Ice Culture Activities at Beihai Park for the 2024-2025 Season
The atmosphere of traditional Beijing-style ice sports will be rich, featuring unique activities such as traditional ice games and performances.
Event Time and Location:
Late December 2024 to February 3, 2025
Hehua (Hu) Lake, Beihai Park
The 15th Taoranting Ice and Snow Carnival
The largest ice and snow wonderland within the 2 Huan Lu (2 Ring Rd), featuring unique interactive activities such as penguin parades and clown performances.
Event Time and Location:
Late December 2024 to Mid-February 2025
East Lake and South Lake, Taoranting Park
The 8th Happy Ice and Snow Season at Zizhuyuan Park
The ice slide project at Zizhuyuan Park, originally a popular "internet-famous" attraction, has been upgraded and iterated in recent years, maintaining its enduring popularity among visitors.
Event Time and Location:
Late December 2024 to Mid-Late February 2025
Zizhuyuan Park
The 16th Ice and Snow Season at Yuyuantan Park
During the Spring Festival, early cherry blossoms cultivated in the greenhouse will begin to bloom, allowing visitors to enjoy the ice and snow activities while getting an early taste of the spring atmosphere.
Event Time and Location:
Late December 2024 to Mid-February 2025
Yuyuantan Park
This winter, gather your friends and enjoy the exciting ice and snow activities. Which of these wonderful ice and snow events in Beijing are you most looking forward to?
Translator: BAI Jing
Reviewer: FENG Haoxuan
