Wondering how to make the most of deep winter? Here's the answer! A variety of giant ice slides and other ice-and-snow-based activities are popping up across Beijing, bringing a whole level of winter excitement for all ages.

The 15th Bird's Nest Happy Ice and Snow Season

This year's event features an innovative dual-zone concept: a pure snow fun zone and a trendy leisure zone. The Bird's Nest outdoor warm-up area serves as a pure snow playground, recreating classic winter snow fantasies. All activities here are included under a "one ticket for unlimited play" policy. Meanwhile, the trendy leisure zone, located in the central field of the Bird's Nest, focuses on diverse lifestyle and leisure experiences rather than snow sports. Visitors can enjoy multiple activities with a single ticket purchase.

Taoranting Park Ice and Snow Carnival

The 16th Taoranting Park Ice and Snow Carnival is now underway. Enjoy a wide range of attractions such as snow saucers, ice slides, and snow bumper balls, plus fun highlights like penguin parades.

Zizhuyuan Park Ice and Snow Fun Season

The Ice and Snow Fun Season at Zizhuyuan Park returned on December 26. The venue features 18 fun attractions along with several classic favorites. The highlight is a large snow slide with 16 wide lanes, delivering an exhilarating winter experience.

Dual-Track Ice Slide at 1733 Valley Food Street  

Starting December 21, a 40-meter-long dual-track ice slide officially opened at 1733 Valley Food Street. Designed around the area's valley landscape concept, the slide creates the sensation of gliding through an icy mountain gorge. After the ride, visitors can continue strolling and relaxing through the food street.

Wetland Ice and Snow Carnival at Beijing Garden Expo Park

This carnival features ice-play zones, snow-activity areas, and a range of themed events. Whether you prefer relaxing activities like ice bikes or adrenaline-pumping snowmobiles, there's something here for everyone.

Nanshan Resort – New Snow Season

Located in Miyun District on the northern slope of Nanshan Mountain, Nanshan Resort is a winter holiday destination combining skiing and other dynamic outdoor activities. The 2025 Nanshan Ice and Snow Carnival kicked off this weekend, featuring live band performances, on-site giveaways, and wish-making activities that add festive winter surprises.

Snow World at Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park

Snow World at Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park opened on December 27. Alongside fun attractions like snow swings and spinning tops, visitors can enjoy high-speed thrills on snow go-karts and mini snow motorbikes — offering multiple ways to dive into an ice-and-snow adventure.

Blues Manor Ski Season

Blues Manor Ski Resort operates under internationally standardized, star-rated management. With over 30,000 square meters of ski runs, slopes, and snow-play facilities, it remains a popular destination for winter outings.

Find the ice-and-snow destination that suits you best, and turn the cold season into pure joy with family and friends. Are you ready to set off?

(Source: Official WeChat account of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism)