Winter brings with it all types of extraordinary opportunities and activities. But, located in Driggs, you will find one of the best – the annual Snowscapes Festival. This unique community event celebrates the art of sculpting snow, and it is incredible. You’ll be amazed at snow sculptures that are larger-than-life, and that boast such intricate details they appear real. It’s one impressive event that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for winter.

Mark your calendars for January 26-21, 2023, to attend Snowscapes, a must-visit winter festival in Driggs, Idaho. This snow sculpting event is essentially a public art competition, and you are likely to see some very impressive creations.
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Presented by the Downtown Driggs Association and held at the city’s plaza, national and regional artists will compete with local artists to create massive snow sculptures and work to earn the top prize.
Driggs Snowscapes/Facebook
The event starts with the moving and forming of the snow. This process takes a lot of work to ensure every team has the perfect starting block to work from. Then, the artists will have several days to create their masterpieces.
Driggs Snowscapes/Facebook

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The 2023 theme is winter sports and artists are encouraged to think outside of the box and create sculptures that are sure to be jaw-dropping.
Driggs Snowscapes/Facebook
On Saturday, January 21, the public is welcome to attend a large community block party where guests can walk around the snow sculptures and vote for their favorite. Kids and adults alike will enjoy the snow-inspired games, hot drinks and cookies, and even the awards ceremony at the end of the party.
Driggs Snowscapes
This entire event is free and open to the public. It is one festival the entire family will enjoy and who knows ... it may just make you fall in love with winter in Idaho all over again.
Driggs Snowscapes/Facebook

Have you ever attended this snow sculpture festival in Idaho? If so, we’d love to hear about your experiences in the comments! You can also learn more about the event, including its full schedule of activities, on its website and Facebook page.

If you are looking for another festival in Idaho that takes place each January, head to Coeur d’Alene for the tasty Mac and Cheese Festival.

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