Snow Time in the Garden

On Saturday June 28th Hunter Valley Gardens will transform into a Winter Wonderland as -Snow Time in the Garden' kicks off. The event runs from June 28th to July 13th, 2014 with more than 12 fun activities on offer in the same venue, it is guaranteed fun for the whole family.

The two week event will give children and adults alike the chance to enjoy all things winter, without having to travel to the snow! The perfect school holiday fun! Whether you want to be part of the Husky Racing Demonstrations, go Tobogganing or watch an amazing ice sculpture carved from scratch, there really is something for everyone.

REAL ICE SKATING RINK – DAILY 10.00am – 9.00pm (last session 8.30pm)
Kick off your Snow Time fun with a spin around a Real Ice Skating Rink, fitted with disco lights and music! Skating sessions will run for 20 minutes and can fit up to 200 skaters at any time. With sessions starting at 10.00am every day, and skating equipment provided, make sure you don't miss out!

HUSKY RACING DEMONSTRATIONS – DAILY 10.00am, 11.30am, 2.00pm and 3.30pm
Come and see the amazing husky dogs and their trainers as they show you what these amazing animals can do! You'll see how the huskies react to voice commands, how they are harnessed and how they are trained to run in teams. These dogs and their trainers are international competitors, so it's definitely not one to miss!

SNOW DOG OF THE DAY – DAILY 10.00am – 2.00pm
Each day there will be a different breed of cold climate dog, including Chow Chows, Tibetan Terriers and Samoyeds. This activity gives you the opportunity to interact and spend time with these rare and beautiful animals.

SNOW BALL CHALLENGE - DAILY 10.00am-9.00pm
Always wanted to know what a real snow ball fight is like? Make sure you head to the Snow Ball Challenge zone, it's set up similar to a game of volleyball and gives family members the chance to have a bit of friendly competition as they throw snow balls at each other over the net.  Perfect for all ages.

LIVE ICE SCULPTING - 28th June, 29th June, 4th July, 5th July, 6th July, 11th July, 12th July, 13th July at 11.00am and 2.00pm
Come and watch international ice sculptor Kenji Ogawa as he turns frozen water into sculptures! Kenji produces handmade ice sculptures by using a chainsaw, and will be making moose, penguins, bears and kangaroos on stage!

REAL ICE TOBOGGAN – DAILY 10.00am – 9.00pm
Have you got a need for speed? Get your blood pumping as you speed down a 25 metre toboggan track.

The family fun doesn't stop here! Other activities throughout the event include Snow Time Face Painting, Storybook Garden Jumping Castle, Roaming Entertainment, a Snow Time Play Zone and a mechanical Snow Board! And for those wanting a bite to eat, there will be a range of food and beverage stalls offering delicious delights for sale.