Beijing Happy Valley Ice and Snow Carnival Dec 22- Jan 1

In commemoration of the start of the winter holiday season, Beijing Happy Valley holds the Ice and Snow Carnival from December 22 to January 1. Festivities include a Christmas musical, snowball activities, fashion shows, "hip-hop" performances and more. There will also be a New Year's Eve countdown on December 31.

When: Dec 22-Jan 1

Where: Beijing Happy Valley

Price: 160 RMB (day pass – 10:00-17:30); 80 RMB (night pass – starts Dec 24, 18:00-24:00)

Tel: 010 6738 3333 ext. 8826/8825

Website: http://bj.happyvalley.cn

Getting there: take metro line one to Dawang Lu Station (大望路站), exit A. From the north side of Dawangqiao, take bus No. 31 to Houfengqiao Nan-Beijing Happy Valley bus stop (厚俸桥南-北京欢乐谷站)