Ice and Snow Carnival! Come to Xilingol in winter for ice and snow sports!
by The Seas of Grass - Xilingol Cultural Tourism
Jun 26, 2025
πΏ A winter without ice and snow sports is soulless! The snowy north is a paradise for ice and snow sports, and the snowy and vast Inner Mongolia Xilingol is an excellent choice to let yourself go in the snow. Skiing is a given, but riding horses galloping across the snowfields is even more exciting!
π Winter in Xilingol is very lively, with the Mongolian Horse Super League currently underway, and the 2024 China Horse Capital Ice and Snow Carnival is here again! πββοΈ There are ice and snow activities you can't imagine and ice and snow sports you can't miss here. Let's explore!
πγ2024 China Horse Capital Ice and Snow Carnivalγ
π Date: December 1, 2023 β February 26, 2024.
Venue: China Horse Capital Ski Resort, Xilinhot City.
βοΈ Activities: snow tug-of-war, parent-child ice cart, snow sculpture contest, carnival photography contest, snow bumper ball, snow maze, snow treasure hunt, snowman building contest, and more!
βοΈ The Ice and Snow Carnival lasts nearly 3 months. Visitors can choose weekends or short holidays βοΈ to fly to Xilinhot Airport and start a winter snow holiday in Xilinhot City! πΈ Perfect for family trips to enjoy ice and snow sports and take beautiful snow photos!
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πγOther Recommended Snow Spotsγ
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Baiyin Xile Horse Riding Club
π The club is located in the vast Baiyin Xile pasture. In winter, the pasture becomes a wide snowfield where you can experience snow horseback riding, horse-drawn sleigh rides, horse-drawn snow rings, and other fun snow activities. You can even "sleep" on the snow and experience unique snow camping!
π The club also offers various exciting performances, such as equestrian shows and horse racing. After playing, you can enjoy authentic Xilingol π₯ lamb feast!
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γMongolian Horse Super League Scheduleγ
π When enjoying ice and snow sports, don't miss the "Mongolian Horse Spirit Cup" China Horse Capital Xilingol Mongolian Horse Super League! The competition lasts until January, where you can witness the spectacular scene of "ten thousand horses galloping" and admire the heroic posture of grassland herders riding!
ποΈ December Schedule
π December 5: Held at Sarulatalagacha, Mandulatu Town, Sunite Left Banner.
π December 12: Held at Mandu Bolige Town, East Ujimqin Banner.
π December 15-25: Held at Bayin Bolige Gacha, Zagustai Sumu, Zhenglan Banner.
π December 28: Held on the east side of Bulinquan Scenic Area, Uragai Management District.
π December 30: Held at Ulantuga Gacha, Chagan Naor Town, Abag Banner.
π December 31: Held at Caimushan Township, Duolun County.
π December 31, 2023 - January 15, 2024: Held at Taoli Gacha, Erenhot City.
π December 2023 - January 2024: Held at Canglang Tribe Tourist Area, Taibus Banner.
π January 10, 2024: Held at Nadam Festival Venue, Xianghuang Banner.
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π₯³ Winter in Xilingol League is so wonderful! Endless activities, countless ice and snow sports, and delicious lamb feasts! βοΈ Invite friends and family and add a trip to Xilingol League to your winter travel list!
(Image source: Trip.com Traveler @Backpacker's Notes, Nan Baobao's Original Chicken)
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