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Diary of Events and Happenings in Winnipeg, Manitoba.


Ice Castles

January 24, 2018 to March 3, 2018. Ice Castles is an awe-inspiring, must-see winter phenomenon that brings fairytales to life. Located in six different locations across North America, the ice castles are built entirely by hand using hundreds of thousands of icicles hand placed by professional ice artists. The castles and include breathtaking LED-lit sculptures, frozen thrones, ice-carved tunnels, slides, and fountains.HOURS:Monday – Thursday: 4pm – 9pmClosed on TuesdayFriday: 4pm – 10:30 pmSaturday: 12pm – 10:30pmSunday: 12pm – 8pm ** Dates and hours may change on Holidays**- Entertainment - "Enchanted Frozen Sisters": Meet the enchanted ice princesses and take a photo with them as you enter their frozen home. Princesses will be greeting guests at the Ice Castles during the following times: Saturdays & Sundays: 1-4pm- Fire Performances -Enjoy a high energy fire show at the Ice Castles! They will amaze you with a versatile and unique show using many different manipulation props including fire breathing, spinning, hula, and more. Fridays & Saturdays: 7-10 p.m.TICKETS PRICES:Monday-ThursdayOnline- General Admission (12+): $12.95 Child (4-11): $9.95Walkup (Standby)- General Admission (12+): $17 Child (4-11): $13Friday-SundayOnline- General Admission (12+): $16.95 Child (4-11): $11.95Walkup (Standby)- General Admission (12+): $20 Child (4-11): $15*Holiday is the same as weekend pricing*Kids under 4 are freeForms of payment accepted for walk-ups:- Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover- Cash (ATMs are located inside of the Forks Market)Ticket Sales are final. Ticket dates and times may be changed as long as changes are made at least 24 hours in advance.Please take this into considerations if there is inclement weather imminent or if you have a sudden change of circumstances.(End date depending on weather conditions). Event Details. Location: Parks Canada Place at the Forks National Historic Site, Winnipeg