Winterlude sculptures

Ice and snow sculptures are an iconic Winterlude must-see. Explore the Capital Region in search of these masterpieces. Look around, they’re everywhere!

Discover interactive light structures as well. They will add a touch of colour and light to the urban winter landscape. 

Ice sculptures

Watch world-renowned carvers at work. You’ll be amazed by their talent.

• Canadian Ice Carvers’ Society Ice-Carving Challenge
• Canadian Ice Carvers’ Society's Ice-Carving Speed Challenge
• Canadian Museum of Nature Mastodon Ice Sculpture
• Louis Riel commemorative ice sculpture
• Fire & Ice Winter Festival — Ice sculptures
• Ice Carving demonstration at the Bytown Museum
• Ice sculptures on the Kipnes Lantern

Snow sculptures

Admire beautiful snow sculptures spread out across Ottawa and Gatineau.

• Giant Snow Sculptures
• Snow Sculptures – Live
• Snomania in the Glebe

Interactive light structures

Enjoy memorable moments exploring interactive light structures at different Winterlude destinations.

• Lights & Interactivity Path
• A Warm Hug
• Halo – Public Art Installation
• Geometric Crystalline
• Oscillation and Cycle
• Night Lights: A creative Art and Light Festival!

There’s so much to see and do at Winterlude! Explore the calendar of events and use the filters to narrow your search.