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Ice Sculpture Festival Amsterdam Art Below Zero
December 21, 2024 @ 10:00 am – March 2, 2025 @ 6:00 pm
The ice sculpture festival Art Below Zero was a new event during the Winter Festival Amsterdam, held in the iconic Central Markthal. Taking place from 21 December 2024 to 2 March 2025, this ice festival brought Amsterdam’s history to life through breathtaking ice sculptures inspired by 750 years of city stories. Visitors enjoyed impressive works of art and interactive experiences, making it an essential winter experience for young and old alike.
No 2026/2027 edition: Art Below Zero took place from 21 December 2024 to 2 March 2025. There is no edition this winter, so tickets are not available.
Still on this winter: the ice rink on Museumplein, the Amsterdam Light Festival and Amsterdam Winter Paradise at the RAI.
When is the ice sculpture festival Art Below Zero in Amsterdam?
In the 2024/2025 season there was a unique ice event in Amsterdam. From 21 December 2024 to 2 March 2025, Europe’s largest ice sculpture festival Art Below Zero was on display at the Central Market Hall in the centre of Amsterdam.
What’s on offer at the ice sculpture festival?
At Art Below Zero, visitors stepped into a captivating world of ice, art, and interactive experiences. The central theme of the exhibition was Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary, brought to life through stunning life-size ice sculptures. Created by skilled artists from across the globe, these frozen masterpieces showcased key historical moments from the city’s rich history. As Europe’s largest ice exhibition, Art Below Zero offered visitors a one-of-a-kind journey through time, blending art and history in a mesmerizing and immersive way.
Interactive program & ice sculpture workshops
After the main exhibition, visitors could dive into the interactive program and explore the art of ice sculpting firsthand: they joined a workshop, went on a scavenger hunt and learned about the fascinating science behind this robust material.
What are the opening hours of the ice sculpture festival?
Art Below Zero was open every day from 21 December 2024 to 2 March 2025 from 10am to 6pm. Last entry was at 5pm.
| Ice Sculpture Festival | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Friday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am – 6 pm |
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