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Ice Magic Festival 2012 in Lake Louise! January 20-29, 2012
December 28, 2011
Looks like Ogopogo has a relative at Lake Louise
Now in its 18th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever! So popular, that we have extended it to two weekends for twice the ice. Here is a look at the action from the 2011 event. What creations are we going to see this year!? See for yourself this January 20th-29th.
January 20-22 Weeekend: International Ice Carving Competition Weekend
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry.
January 28 & 29 , Little Chippers Weekend
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
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We have been enjoyed this Ice Magic 4 times now and it is amazing every year, again!
Love the family aspect of this event: the skating, hockey, x-c skiing and even witnessed a family cricket get-together on the lake!
Great to hear, Emma! The magic is over two weekends now, with the second (January 28-29) being more about the family and the little ones! Thanks for your comment.
I have been there today and it was realy beautiful to see all those images being formed! But, I don’t know who won! Does anyone knows?
For a list of the winners from the international ice carving competition, check out http://www.banfflakelouise.com/content/view/full/29881
God job