To help ensure the safety of our community, guests, and our valued volunteers, the Breckenridge Tourism Office (BTO), in agreeance with the Breckenridge Events Committee, has made the decision to postpone the 2021 International Snow Sculpture Championships. Please check back for updates as we learn more.
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International Snow Sculpture Championships
2021 Event Postponed
2022 Dates TBD
Dates: TBD
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Larger than Life Snow Sculptures Dazzle in Breckenridge
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Parking + Transportation
How to get to the Breckenridge Snow Sculptures
Most travelers book a shuttle or rent a car to travel from the airport to Breckenridge. Shuttle services are well equipped to fit all your luggage and ski gear and offer door-to-door service.
Shuttle Companies serving DIA to Summit County:
Bus from Frisco to Breckenridge
Summit Stage Frisco to Breckenridge route runs every 30 minutes from the FTC to Breckenridge at the top and bottom of each hour until 5:30pm where it goes to once per hour, and if they stay on the bus (which becomes the Boreas Pass loop) they can disembark at the Village. View Route Schedule
Breckenridge Back to Frisco
The return trip would be from F-lot, boarding the Boreas Pass Loop at :58 and :28 after the hour until 6:58pm when it goes to once per hour. This bus would continue to the FTC. View Route Schedule
Driving In
While we recommend going carless in Breckenridge, if you do need to rent or drive your car, make sure you’re comfortable with mountain driving conditions and choose a vehicle that’ll fit your checked baggage, skis and snowboards. Visit GoI70.com to learn the best times to travel to avoid congestion. We expect this to be a very busy weekend and encourage carpooling, rideshares and visitors using the Bustang if they are visiting from Denver.
Before you jump on the road, check real-time road conditions at CoTrip.org. Once here, we recommend leaving the car parked at your hotel or rental during your stay or leaving it in one parking spot. Once you are parked you can easily take the free bus, trolley or lodging shuttles to and from town or to the mountain so you don’t have to worry about finding parking again. Almost everything in town is pay-to-park and fills up quickly.
More Resources:
Bustang Schedule from Denver to Frisco Transit Station
Summit Stage Schedule from Frisco Transit Station to Breck Transit Station
Where should visitors park to see the Breckenridge Snow Sculptures?
Free Daily Parking
Free parking is available on Airport Road with free shuttles running to town. The closest bus stop to Event Headquarters is F-Lot, which is serviced by most bus routes. You can view real-time bus locations, geo locate the closest bus stops, and route info on the app or Breck FreeRide website. Dogs are not allowed on Breckenridge’s Breck FreeRide transit system. Dogs will not be allowed on the buses around town or buses providing free transportation from Airport Rd. Parking Lot to the event.
View bus route info and schedules
Additional Parking – Saturday and Sunday ONLY
Additional free parking is available at the Colorado Mountain College (CMC) parking lot off of Airport Road. Free transportation to the event from the lot will be provided from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Once you arrive in town, it is highly recommended that you walk or continue to use public transportation while in-town.
Learn more about how to navigate Breckenridge without a car!
Where should private charter buses park and drop off/pick up?
Tour buses need to unload/load at F –Lot
Tour buses will need to park in #1 or #2 spot, which may require the driver to loop around the island on the south end of F-lot.
Tour buses should NOT under any circumstances park where the normal bus stops are located. It will be extremely crowded with town bus traffic and lodging shuttle buses.
To load, it would be best that they have a set time or have the passengers gather and then call the bus to come get passengers.
Where do tour buses go after they unload?
Tour buses are not able to park or linger at the F-Lot. Once they unload they will need to go find a spot, at Airport Rd. Parking Lot.
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FAQs
What are the Breckenridge International Snow Sculpture Championships presented by Toyota?
A world renowned snow sculpting competition where 16 teams from around the world descend on Breckenridge, Colorado to hand-carve 20-ton blocks of snow into enormous, intricate works of art. Artists are only allowed to use hand tools, creativity and inspiration to bring their ideas to life. No power tools allowed! Teams sculpt countless hours across five days (totaling around 96 hours), resulting in a temporary outdoor art gallery in historic downtown Breckenridge!
How much does it cost to attend the event?
Nothing! The International Snow Sculpture Championships presented by Toyota is a free event open to the general public.
Where are the sculptures located?
The snow sculptures are located in the area around the Riverwalk Center at 150 West Adams Avenue, Breckenridge, CO 80424. The Warming Hut exhibit and event headquarters are inside the Riverwalk Center.
Where should I park for the International Snow Sculpture Championships presented by Toyota?
Free Daily Parking
Free parking is available on Airport Road with free shuttles running every 15 minutes via the Yellow Route on the Breck Free Ride Bus. The closest bus stop to Event Headquarters is F-Lot, which is serviced by most bus routes.
More Free Parking Saturday & Sunday of International Snow Sculpture Championships presented by Toyota
Additional free parking is available at the Colorado Mountain College (CMC) parking lot off of Airport Road. Free transportation to the event from the lot will be provided from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Learn more about how to navigate Breckenridge without a car!
Who are the 2020 Teams?
2020 International Snow Sculpture Championships presented by Toyota teams include: USA-Alaska, Argentina, USA-Breckenridge, China, Ecuador, France-Normandie, Germany, Great Britain, India, Mexico, USA-Minnesota, Mongolia, Switzerland, Turkey, USA-Wisconsin, USA-Vermont.
How do I vote for the People's Choice Award?
Support your favorite sculpture with the People’s Choice Vote. Voters can vote for multiple snow sculptors once per day throughout People’s Choice.
Voting starts Wednesday, January 22 at noon
Voting ends Saturday, January 25 at 2:00 p.m.
Who are this year's winners?
2020 Winners
- Team Mexico won Gold for the second year in a row with “Greed”
- Team Great Britain won Silver with “Nice To Meet You”
- Team USA-Wisconsin won Bronze with “Duality of the Soul”
- Team India won Artists’ Choice with “Triumph Over Evil”
- Team France won People’s Choice with “Twister”
What is happening next year in 2021?
With the planned closure of the Breckenridge South Gondola lot starting May 2020, the 2021 International Snow Sculpting Championships presented by Toyota will transform from the event’s historic format to focus on one mega snow sculpture. Master-sculptors will be selected from winning teams from around the world to come together and create the sculpture, “World Piece.” More information will be release at www.GoBreck.com as it becomes available.
How did the Breckenridge International Snow Sculpture Championships presented by Toyota get started?
Are dogs allowed?
The International Snow Sculpture Championships presented by Toyota is a pet-friendly event, however, please be aware that there will be cannons, light shows, crowds and can get very cold. Please keep pets on a leash and away from the snow sculptures. Dogs are not allowed in the FirstBank Warming Hut Exhibit.
Dogs are not allowed on Breckenridge’s Breck FreeRide transit system. Dogs will not be allowed on the buses around town or buses providing free transportation from Airport Rd. Parking Lot to the event.
Get Involved
How do you compete in the International Snow Sculpture Championships presented by Toyota?
Teams from around the world may apply to compete in the International Snow Sculpture Championships presented by Toyota.
2020 Registration is closed.
Volunteer
Technical Week – January 14-19, 2020
Volunteer to create the enormous blocks of snow the artists will use for the competition! Technical week allows the initial building of the blocks and offers time for the blocks to compress under their own weight prior to being carved. This allows for a more consistent medium, giving the sculptors the ability to execute their gravity-defying designs. There are limited volunteer opportunities available.
Thank you for your help!
Lodging Offers
International Snow Sculpture Championships is best experienced over a few days so we encourage you to stay the night. Breckenridge offers all types of lodging options and amenities to help make your visit unforgettable. Discover ski-in/ski-out properties, spa-worthy hot tubs and places with plenty of room for the whole family.
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