Chestnut Hill on Ice Returns With Live Ice Carvings, an Ice Bar, Bonfires and More

If you’re a fan of all all things winter then Chestnut Hill is the place to be. On January 27th & 28th Chestnut Hill will transform into a winter wonderland featuring live ice sculpting, activities, live music and more for their annual Chestnut Hill on Ice festival.

This year guests will get to enjoy live ice sculpting from world-renowned ice sculptor Peter Slavin and Philadelphia’s own Ice Sculpture Philly, cold weather activities, live music, as well as restaurant and retail specials.

Adults can check out Chestnut Hill Brewing Company’s outdoor ice bar carved entirely out of ice blocks in its outdoor beer garden located at 8221 Germantown Avenue. The ice bar will feature  ice-cold locally-brewed beers, wines, and hot drinks.

Check out the activities schedule below:

• Winter Inspiration Spaces at Laurel Hill Gardens: Friday 5:00 – 8:00 PM and Saturday 12:00 – 5:00 PM
• Ice Sculptures & Live Ice Carving Demonstrations: Masterfully crafted ice sculptures will be displayed along Germantown Avenue on Friday 6:30-7:30 PM and Saturday 1:00 – 3:00 PM. Live ice carving shows by Peter Slavin and his team will occur at Laurel Hill Gardens (8125 Germantown Avenue) Ice Sculpture Philly is the world’s first performance ice sculpting company, combining action, adventure, humor, drama, and audience participation to create an unforgettable experience.
• Ice Bonfire: Stay warm as the Chestnut Hill On Ice festival concludes with an impressive eight-foot bonfire encased in a pillar of ice. Saturday 5:00 PM
• Ice Bar at Market at the Fareway: Chestnut Hill Brewing Company is hosting an outdoor ice bar, carved entirely out of ice blocks in its outdoor beer garden located at 8221 Germantown Avenue for Chestnut Hill on Ice. Enjoy ice-cold locally-brewed beers, wines, and hot drinks at their outdoor ice bar.
• Warming Stations: Stations with fire pits will be located along Germantown Avenue, offering attendees the chance to warm up while enjoying warm adult and children-friendly beverages and snacks.
• Stateside Vodka will offer sales at their mobile bar at Laurel Hill Gardens on Friday 5:00 – 8:00 PM and Saturday 12:00 – 5:00 PM during Chestnut Hill on Ice.
• Chili Specials: Offered at various local restaurants.
• Live Music