Recently, Harbin's "Frozen Yellow Rose" has become a new winter attraction. The ice wall, flower sea, and waterfall are breathtaking, even attracting Liu Yifei to visit.

I'll let you in on a secret—Beijing also has its own "Frozen Rose".

The 5th Rose Garden Ice and Snow Carnival (第五届玫瑰情园冰雪嘉年华)

The "Frozen Rose" will appear at the Rose Garden. Not only will there be a rose ice wall, but the ground will also feature scattered ice roses. It's perfect for stunning photos.

The 5th Rose Garden Ice and Snow Carnival has opened! With 20,000 square meters of ice and 10,000 square meters of snow, there are plenty of ice and snow activities like ice cars, snow tubing, excavators, spinning tops, snow tanks, ice bicycles, ice go-karts, inflatable castles, and more. Don't miss out on this fun experience.

Tips:

1. Opening hours: December 28, 2024 to February 16, 2025, Winter hours: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

2. Due to the temperature, the "Frozen Rose" is still in the molding stage. It is expected to be displayed around January 8. Please check the official notice for the exact time.

The 15th Taoranting Park Ice and Snow Carnival (陶然亭冰雪嘉年华)

As the largest snow play park within the second ring, the Taoranting Park Ice and Snow Carnival kicked off its 15th edition on December 26. Compared to previous years, the park has been innovatively upgraded. In addition to traditional attractions like ice slides and snow flying discs, three main themed areas (South, East, and North) combine ice and snow experiences with marketplace culture, offering a full range of entertainment, shopping, dining, and leisure options for visitors.

At the carnival, there are kid-friendly attractions like snow bubble balls, snow trains, and a snow mechanical amusement park, as well as penguin parades and mascot interactions. Among the new upgrades are the snow flying disc and the giant castle ice slide, featuring magic carpets to reduce physical effort and allow visitors to fully enjoy the thrill of ice and snow.

Tips:

1. Opening hours: December 26, 2024 to mid-late February 2025 (depending on weather), daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (tickets stop at 4:30 PM).

2. Penguin parade times: One show on weekdays: 2:00-2:30 PM; two shows on weekends and holidays: 10:30-11:00 AM, 3:00-3:30 PM.

Mascot interaction: One show on weekdays: 3:00-3:30 PM; one show on holidays: 1:00-1:30 PM (Penguin parades, interactive shows, and cultural activities may be weather-dependent).

The 8th Happy Ice and Snow Season at Zizhuyuan Park (紫竹院公园第八届欢乐冰雪季)

The 8th Happy Ice and Snow Season at Zizhuyuan Park kicked off on December 27, 2024. Covering an area of 27,000 square meters, the park's snow area features classic ice and snow entertainment like ice slides and snow flying discs, along with a new snow bull riding attraction. For the first time, a penguin viewing experience has been added, bringing more joy and fun to the ice season.

The snow area around the park's north and south lakes includes 18 fun activities, such as snow flying discs, snow bubble balls, and snow trampolines. Among these, six attractions are free, like penguin viewing, the snow ice maze, and snow seesaws. The most eye-catching attractions are the snow flying discs and the popular ice slide. The snow flying disc slide, 6 meters high, 30 meters wide, and 80 meters long, has 18 slides. Visitors can speed down the slide on a snow tube, feeling the rush of wind as they slide for dozens of meters.

The ice slide, priced at 10 yuan, is 6 meters high and 70 meters long, with a clear, glittering track. Visitors can speed down the slide and experience the thrill of high-speed descent.

Tips:

1. Opening hours: The snow area operates depending on weather conditions, from December 27, 2024 to mid-late February 2025, daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (tickets stop at 4:00 PM).

2. Penguin parade times: Monday to Friday, 10:30-11:00 AM; Saturday, Sunday, and holidays, 10:30-11:00 AM and 2:30-3:00 PM.

The 16th Ice and Snow Season at Yuyuantan Park (玉渊潭公园第十六届冰雪季)

The 16th Ice and Snow Carnival at Yuyuantan Park kicked off on December 27, 2024. The event takes place at the park's Sakura West Lake, covering an area of over 8,000 square meters.

This year, the carnival features several upgraded free activities, allowing visitors to enjoy the ice and snow fun without leaving the city. With a 50 yuan admission ticket per person, visitors can enjoy 12 activities for free, including snow bubble balls, snow tanks, cherry blossom train rides, snow spinning rides, inflatable castles for kids, parent-child roller coasters, snow seesaws, snow megaphones, snow rabbit boats, snow rickshaws, snow mazes, and free snow play. The only paid attraction is the snow flying disc; all other activities are included in the ticket price.

Tips:

1. Opening hours: Daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (tickets stop at 4:00 PM). The carnival is expected to run until mid-late February 2025 (dates depend on weather conditions).

2. To ensure smooth operations, some free activities may require timed slots during peak times. Visitors will need to rejoin the queue after their session ends to ensure everyone can participate.

The 15th Longtan Ice and Snow Festival (第十五届龙潭冰雪节)

The 15th Longtan Ice and Snow Festival opened on December 25, 2024, and will run until February 16, 2025.

Covering 23,000 square meters, this year's festival features popular activities from previous years, such as snow drifting, sledding, the ice castle, Longtan Train, snow tanks, high-speed ice slides, ice sleds, ice bicycles, and simulated dog sledding. New additions include innovative ice sports like snow drifting, high-speed ice tracks, and wind-powered snowballs, further enhancing visitors' ice and snow experiences.

To promote family interaction, several free activities have been added, and the parent-child play area has been upgraded. Staff will also host fun competitions like "Wukong vs Erlang Shen," "Penguin Eating Contest," and "Snowball Toss Contest" on weekends or at random times. The source of winter joy is here, lively and fun!

Tips:

1. Opening hours: December 25, 2024 to February 16, 2025, daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

2. A new visitor service center has been set up in the northern area of the event, offering hot drinks, snacks, snow play tools, and charging stations, along with a few tables, chairs, and unique photo spots. There are mobile restrooms on the east side, and public restrooms are located near the north entrance and fitness area outside the event zone.

Rylinwon Ice and Snow Hot Spring Season

The Rylinwon Ice and Snow World opened on December 27, 2024. Spanning 101 acres, the ice and snow park offers a variety of ice and snow activities, allowing visitors to feel like happy "ice and snow island masters."

After enjoying the ice and snow world, why not relax in the hot springs? The tropical rainforest-themed, all-natural geothermal hot spring park awaits your visit, complete with hot pot and other delicious food options.

Tips:

Opening hours: Ice and Snow Park: Daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Hot Springs: Daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Nature on Ice Festival

From January 3 to the end of February, the Beijing Shi Yuan International Tourism Resort is hosting the thrilling Nature on Ice Festival!

The ice activities are diverse and exciting, with unlimited access to ice skating, ice slides, and over ten other activities like ice sledding and DIY fun. Ice fishing in the ice caves is a highlight, and on weekends, there's ice winter fishing, where you can buy your catch on-site.

Outside the ice rink, there's plenty to explore: visit the resort, enjoy bird watching, stroll through the tropical plant garden, and enjoy the lantern festival. Teams can even book custom ice tug-of-war events. There are also ice camping and stargazing experiences available. Come embrace the winter joy and start the ice festival fun!

Tips:

Opening hours: January 3 to February (closing date depends on weather and ice thickness). From January 3–10, the festival is in trial operation, with official opening on January 11.

Weekdays: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Weekends: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM; Winter holidays: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM.

The 10th Ice and Snow Festival at Jinshuihu the Scenic Spot (金水湖景区第十届冰雪节)

The 10th Ice and Snow Festival at Beijing Jinshuihu the Scenic Spot kicked off on January 1. During the festival, visitors can enjoy activities such as ice biking, ice cars, ice dragon boats, ice speed skating, and the ice lantern night views. In the evening, guests can admire the stunning ice waterfall night scene, taste local delicacies, and experience unique accommodations.

Tips:

Opening hours: January 1 to February 15, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Image credits: Liu Yifei's Weibo, WeChat Official Accounts of Rose Garden, Taoranting Park, Zizhuyuan Park, Yuyuantan Park, Beijing Longtan Park, Rylinwon Resort &; Spa, Jinshuihu the Scenic Spot.

Translator: BAI Jing

Reviewer: FENG Haoxuan