Toronto 
Events Description
Hosted in a 4,000-square-foot creative venue, Winterista is Toronto’s new tradition where art, community, and the magic of winter meet.
THE EXPERIENCE
- Ice Sculptures & Giant Ice Slide: Towering ice structures, crystal carvings, and a massive ice slide anchor the Winterista experience. Designed for both families and creators, these installations offer unforgettable photo moments and hands-on winter fun.
- Live Ice Carving Shows: Watch professional ice artists transform frozen blocks into breathtaking sculptures right before your eyes. These live shows run throughout the festival, revealing the craft, tools, and artistry behind every icy masterpiece.
- Projection-Mapped Ice Room: Step inside a fully immersive projection-mapping environment where ice walls glow, shift, and come to life with color, movement, and light. A surreal visual experience designed for photos, videos, and pure sensory immersion.
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
Free and Ticketed
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
January 23 to February 14. – Schedule
Grand Opening
January 23: Open 12 PM – 12 AM
Daytime: hot chocolate, coffee, maple taffy, live ice carving, music
Evening (7 PM onward): projection mapping, live performers, ice fairies, nighttime entertainment
January 24 | 12 PM – 12 AM
A relaxed evening focused on ice installations, music, and atmosphere
January 25 – Cozy Family Day | 12 PM – 12 AM
January 26–30 – Closed for reset and installation updates
Waffles, movies, and warm family-friendly vibes
January 30 | | 12 PM – 12 AM
January 31 – Cozy Sunday | 12 PM – 12 AM
February 1 – February 13 | 12 PM – 12 AM
Weekdays include school field trips plus public access
Weekends feature enhanced programming
February 14 – Fire & Ice Closing Party
Venue:
Motorista Studio, 45 Commercial Rd #25, East York, ON M4G 1Y9
Public Transit Accessible
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