Snow Time in the Garden

On Saturday June 29th Hunter Valley Gardens will transform as -Snow Time in the Garden' kicks off. The new and improved event will run from June 29th to July 14th with more than 12 incredible events to experience that are guaranteed to excite children and adults of all ages – there's no time like Snow Time!

Events:

REAL ICE SKATING RINK – DAILY 10.00am – 9.00pm (last session 8.30pm)

Children and adults can enjoy zooming around to lights and music on the new Real Ice Skating Rink which will be undercover (roof only) in the marquee. Skating sessions will run for 20 minutes for up to 200 skaters starting from 10.00am every day. Ice skates, helmets and some Bobby Seals (skating frame) will be provided. Children under the age of 10 years must wear a helmet.

LIVE ICE SCULPTING – June 30th, July 6th, July 7th, July 13th & July 14th at 11.00am & 2.00pm.

A highlight of this year's event and new to Snow Time is the talented international ice sculptor Kenji Ogawa. Kenji specialises in large scale snow and ice sculptures. Expect incredible demonstrations while he uses a chainsaws to sculpt penguins, bears, a moose and a kangaroo right in front of your eyes!

HUSKY RACING DEMONSTRATIONS – SPECIFIC DATES – DAY ONLY

Saturdays: June 29th, July 6th, July 13th at 10:30am, 11:30am, 2:30pm & 4:30pm

Sundays: June 30th, July 7th, July 14th at 10:30am, 11:30am, 2:30pm & 4:30pm

Witness these stunning dogs in action. The husky dog trainers will show the whole family exactly how these wild animals run in teams – just like in Alaska! The trainers will also demonstrate harnessing, directional training (using voice commands) and also teach you about the origins of racing in Australia. A must see!

REAL ICE TOBOGGAN – DAILY 10.00am – 9.00pm

Get your adrenalin pumping and rocket down on the brand new 25 metre toboggan track.

SNOW TIME PLAY ZONE – DAILY 10.00am – 9.00pm

Kids can get creative and have the opportunity to play in the snow making their very own snowman or snow angel. All the equipment required for the snowman including hats, noses and eyes will be provided.

SNOW BALL CHALLENGE – DAILY 10.00am – 9.00pm

This volleyball style game will keep both children and adults entertained! Get competitive with family and friends for this super challenge.

SNOW BOARD & ALPINE RACERS – DAILY 10.00am – 9.00pm

Show off your skills on the awesome mechanical Snow Board and Alpine Racers. The longer you stay on the mechanical snow board, the faster it goes!

ORIGAMI WORKSHOPS – SPECIFIC DATES

Sunday June 30th 12.00pm – 2.00pm & 3.00pm – 4.00pm

Saturday's & Sunday's July 6th & 7th, July 13th & 14th 10.00am – 11.00am and 12pm to 2pm and 3pm to 4pm

The talented sculptor Kenji Ogawa will also be running fantastic origami workshops that will test your creativity! Learn how to make the perfect origami penguin with absolute precision. All ages are welcome!

ROAMING ENTERTAINMENT – DAILY 10.00am – 2.00pm

See the magic of Snow and winter come to life with roaming entertainment throughout the Gardens.

SNOW TIME FACE PAINTING – DAILY 10.00am – 4.00pm

Get into the spirit of Snow Time and have your face painted by fantastic artists. This is located in the Storybook Garden every day.

SNOW TIME TREASURE HUNT – DAILY 9.00am – 4.00pm

Children will be challenged to find the hidden snowflakes located in each of the ten themed gardens. Write down the letter on in the Treasure Hunt work sheet on the back of the program. Once you have collected all the letters to reveal the secret word, take your form back to Garden Entry and receive your mystery prize!

STORYBOOK GARDEN JUMPING CASTLE – DAILY 10.00am – 4.00pm (weather permitting)

Kids can jump around on Hunter Valley Gardens very own Jumping Castle.