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Carlisle Ice Art Fest

County Highlights Posted on January 17, 2026 | Last Updated on January 12, 2026

The celebration begins in Veterans Memorial Courtyard on Friday, February 6 at 5pm, as Carlisle kicks off the coolest weekend of the year - 2026 Ice Art Fest!

While you’re there check out Cumberland County’s Liberty Bell as we help to celebrate Bells Across PA in commemoration of America 250.


February 6 | Friday

Ribbon cutting | ice throne unveiling  


February 7 | Saturday

Live sculpture demos (11 am & 1 pm) | see over 100 ice sculptures throughout downtown | live music | great restaurants | extend merchant hours | carriage rides    


February 8 | Sunday

Extended carriage & trolly rides   

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