Bozeman Ice Festival 2023

Bozeman, Montana

Head to Bozeman for the 27th Annual Ice Festival

Some of the United States’ best mixed and ice climbing is in Hyalite Canyon on the south side of historic Bozeman, Montana. The town hosts a festival to celebrate and educate climbers on the niche sport every December.

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Your experience at Bozeman Ice Festival 2023

There will be a self-rescue clinic, a women’s clinic, a youth climbing clinic and other clinics to attend. Outside of these immersive classes, climbers are encouraged to climb together in the canyon and socialize over hot cocoa at the Black Diamond Advanced Base Camp. Gather at the Emerson Ballroom each evening in town for a hot meal and beers from Bridger Brewing.

Conrad Anker will present the annual Mugs Stump Award, which grants funds to individual climbers and teams with unique alpine climbing objectives. The Adventure Film Festival will show Friday and Saturday before the weekend wraps with a Sunday party of dinner, drinks, and storytelling by Kelly Cordes. 

You can get an all-access pass or alternatively a ticket purchase per night.

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Where to stay in Bozeman

There are loads of places to stay in Bozeman. To make sure you get the best deal head to the map below for all the hotels and apartment rental in Bozeman.

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Bozeman Ice Festival 2023 Dates

The Ice Festival will take place on December 6-10, 2023.