ICE LAND: Caribbean Christmas
Visitors step into a 9-degree environment featuring vibrant island scenes hand-carved by master carvers from Harbin, China. The frozen underwater world showcases ice sculptures of tropical fish, rays, sea turtles, and sharks. Guests can slide down the Giant Ice Slide, visit Shiver's Ice Bar carved entirely from ice, and warm up with hot cocoa after exiting.
Nov 21, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
ICE LAND tickets: $35 for adults (13–64) and $29 for kids (4–12) and seniors (65+). prices vary by age and date. The Holiday Pass, valid after 4 PM and including ICE LAND plus the listed holiday attractions and activities, starts at $55. Parking is free throughout Holiday in the Gardens.
Hours
Nightly, 6–10 PM.
Food & Drink
Visitors can raise a festive drink at Shiver’s Ice Bar, carved entirely from ice, and get hot cocoa after exiting the cold.
Parking
Self-parking is free throughout Holiday in the Gardens.
Accessibility
The tent and pathways accommodate wheelchairs and strollers, and staff are available to help.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Layer up with hats, gloves, and warm socks; parkas are provided, and extra warm accessories help in the tent’s 9-degree temperature.
- Explore at your own pace, since ICE LAND is self-paced and visitors can leave when they are no longer comfortable in the cold.
- Read the Giant Ice Slide rules posted at the slide and follow staff guidance as you get started.
- Use the stroller- and wheelchair-accommodating tent pathways if needed; staff are available to help visitors.
- Use the free self-parking available throughout Holiday in the Gardens, then head into the tent prepared for the cold.
Special Events & Promotions
- Holiday Pass is sold separately and includes ICE LAND plus other listed holiday attractions and activities.
- Value Nights run Sunday through Thursday; the lowest Holiday Pass and Holiday Lights prices are offered on those nights.
- ICE LAND has a new theme for 2026.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
How cold is ICE LAND, and what should I wear?
The tent is kept at 9 degrees. Parkas are provided; hats, gloves and warm socks help, especially for little ones.
How long should I allow for a visit?
ICE LAND is self-paced, so you can explore at your own speed and stay as long as you are comfortable in the cold.
What can visitors do inside ICE LAND?
See the hand-carved island and underwater scenes and ride the Giant Ice Slide. Staff post the slide rules and help riders get started.
Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair?
Yes. The tent and pathways accommodate strollers and wheelchairs, and staff are happy to help.
Is food or drink available?
Shiver's Ice Bar is carved entirely from ice, and hot cocoa is available after you leave the cold.
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