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Friday, January 30
Ice Carving Workshop 10am
Alderney Landing (Outside of market area)
Join ice sculptor extraordinaire, Richard Chiasson for an inside look into the process of ice carving! Richard has been carving ice sculptures around Canada and the US for over 40 years and is filled with expertise. Join us for a morning of demos, explanation, and the creation of a sculpture!
Let us know if you plan to attend by emailing info@downtowndartmouth.ca
Walk-ins welcome.
Carving Begins
​Nova Scotia Power Illuminated Sculpture Garden & East Coast Credit Union (155 Ochterloney Street)
The Nova Scotia Power Illuminated Sculpture Garden on the Dartmouth Waterfront will have large carvings throughout the festival for folks to be amazed by. There will be an ice throne carved - perfect for a chance to feel the ice and snap a photo! Carvers will begin carving these sculptures throughout the day on Friday. Carving will begin around 10am. There will also be live carving at East Coast Credit Union ( 155 Ochterloney Street).
Stages by O'Regan's Igloo DJ Party
Dartmouth Ferry Terminal Park 6PM-8PM
Enjoy DJ tunes from an amazing lineup of DJs in our new 40 foot igloo! This disco themed dance party as the sun falls and the ice sculptures are illuminated in Ferry Terminal Park. Enjoy artists DJ DOUVET Featuring Mads and Thau from the PQP Collective.
Marine Drive Icon Night Featuring Ria Mae presented by O'Regan's
Christ Church 6:30PM
We’re shining a spotlight on the next generation of talent with performances by local youth artists alongside one of Nova Scotia’s own icons. A night of music, inspiration, and community you won’t want to miss!
Featuring Ria Mae and hosted by Katie Kelly.
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