Set in the spectacular surroundings of Lake Louise at the Fairmont Chateau Hotel, you will see talented ice artists from around the world skillfully combine grueling physicality with precision artistry in an ice carving competition.
Join us January 18 - 28, 2018 and experience the magic and don't forget to bring your skates!
Come and check out the professionally-designed ice creations, 40 ft IGLOO, sleigh rides, pony rides and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
Events are headquartered at the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market for all ages with various interests in mind.
Activities include Ice Carving and a Snow Park for children of all ages. Winter cuisine that will tantalize the taste buds during the Soup Cook Offs, as well as local entertainment to fill the air with music.
Come join us in Saskatoon and make your Wintershine!The SnowDays Festival is a highlight of the winter season in Banff and Lake Louise. This 10-day long celebration is held in January and features a variety of events, shows, and activities that combine history, culture, and winter activities.
Daytime, skate on the stunning frozen surface of Lake Louise and watch amazing competitive ice carvers. You can also spend the day skiing or riding on the slopes of one of the nearby ski resorts. In the evening, join the festivities in town by watching live music, ski and snowboard competitions, or enjoying drinks and get cozy by the fire with friends.
Celebrating 120 Years of Winter Fun...the Rossland Winter Carnival
Back in 1898 a Norwegian miner named Olaus Jeldness initiated Canada’s Oldest Winter Carnival.
Born in Stangvik, Norway, in 1857, Olaus at the age of 15 ski jumped a distance of 92 feet which was heralded as a world record at the time. In 1896 he left to come to Canada and the mining community of Rossland, British Columbia.
Shortly after arriving, he began to foster skiing. Jeldness brought his skis, his love of the sport, and a single long steering pole. It was reported that he would frequently delight spectators that flocked to witness his daring exploits on skis.
The first recorded Canadian ski competition took place in Rossland in 1897, an event which Jeldness himself organized and promoted. For his considerable contribution to competitive skiing he was known as the "Father of Competitive Skiing in Canada".
The Carnival kicks off on Thursday night with the Bobsled Calcutta and the Winter Carnival Variety Show, great fun for the whole family. Friday night the fun continues with the carnival parade and then the party begins at Olaus Ice Palace Beer Gardens. See the snow statues created by world famous artist of Slocan Snow Sculptures and the carved ice bar while listening to live music.
Saturday starts with the Fireman's Pancake breakfast in the morning and then the amazing Sonny Samuelson Bobsled Race that comes screaming down Spokane Street. If these crazy participants ignite your need for speed head up to Red Mt. and Learn to Luge!
Olaus would be very proud to see boarders and skiers flying through the air during Saturday’s fantastic "The Game" Rail Jam competition that takes place downtown beside the same post office that he knew. Saturday night have fun skiing and boarding free under the lights at RED Mountain Resort’s Family Fun Night or dance the night away at Olaus Ice Palace as part of the Blizzard Music Festival.