Liverpool’s annual Ice Festival has found a new home for 2016 at the Pier Head.
The Christmas celebration, which took place at Chavasse Park in previous years, will transform part of the city’s waterfront into a winter wonderland between 11 November and 3 January.
This 2016 Ice Festival promises to be bigger than last year’s event with attractions, including under-cover ice-skating, rides, food outlets, bars and cafes.
Speaking about the relocation, Richard Elmer of the event organisers says: “It’s great to be back in Liverpool for the festive season, and we’re very excited to be bringing the event to the Pier Head. The move has given us a whole new opportunity to expand our offer, introducing brand new elements, and the world-famous site will bring an iconic feel to our festival.”
Councillor Wendy Simon, Assistant Mayor of Liverpool and cabinet member for culture, tourism and events adds: “We’re delighted to welcome the Ice Festival back to Liverpool and are looking forward to seeing it in its new home. It’s a very popular event within the city’s festival calendar and there’s no better backdrop than the iconic Three Graces – we’re certain it will look spectacular.”
“The Ice Festival will be part of the One Magical City campaign, which links together the seasonal offering across Liverpool, from its Waterfront to the retail heart and the historic St. George’s Quarter. This is one of a series of announcements that will make Liverpool the ideal destination this Christmas.”
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Lovely if the ice rink is set out by the 3 graces – like Rockefeller plaza in N.Y.. but please, no tatty fairground!