Have you heard the classic by Dean Martin – Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow; it is one of the most popular Christmas festival song. Every year, the winter brings plenty of subzero temperatures, snow and yes winter festivals. And speaking of festivals, if you want to catch one, then there’s no better place to be than the world-renowned Winterlude Festival in Canada. Every year it brings a bunch of unique events, artists and gigs, which pull tourist from all over the world. In 2020, the festival will begin on Jan 31 and end Feb 17. Here are a bunch of things, which you can expect at Winterlude:
Create your skating memories at Rideau Canal Skateway
Rent or grab your pair of skates to glide away at the Rideau Canal Skateway. Do you know, it’s the world’s largest natural ice skating rink? And do you know 2020 is its 50th anniversary? Just the perfect excuse to be there. This 4.8-mile stretch is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The winter is your playground at Jacques Cartier Park
Think of this place as Alice in Wonderland in winter season. This place in downtown Ottawa becomes a snow kingdom with action-packed activities like:
- Kiddie zone
- Tube sliding
- Skiing and snowboarding lessons
- Zip lining
- Indigenous performances
- Snow sculptures
This is open Thursdays through Sundays during the festival
The Ice Hogs family are the official mascots for the Snowflake Kingdom. A hug from them will make your day.
Lights, camera and action at Sparks Street
If you love ice, lights and fun, this is the place to go. This place is a hotspot for plenty of events like the Winterlude International Ice Carving Challenge, the Winterlude Battle of America’s Ice Carving Challenge and the Canadian Ice Carvers Society Championship. This is just the start, there are other interesting activities like:
Winterlude kick-off party
Winter edition of Capital Pride, celebrating the LGBTQ community
Various live performances with interactive light structures
Ready for the big bang
Big bang has been a resounding success. And this year too, it making a comeback and how! It is a non-stop ride inside a musical maze which brings adventure and sound in perfect melody. Also adding to the fun are festive concerts, entertaining activities and surprise musical performances. Plus, the strange sound machines add a mystical later to the whole joyful experience.
Tag along with your friends and family for one hell of an experience that will bring music to your ears.
Winterlude International Ice Carving Challenge
This is one of the most awaited event during the Winterlude Festival. Ice carvers from all over the world come to compete in the International Ice Carving Challenge. While it is a competition for the artists, it’s an absolute treat for people who visit the festival as they get to see the most amazing and inventive art pieces made in ice. Just the perfect place to grab selfies and post it on Instagram and other social media pages.
Want to chill out at Winterlude?
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