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Ice Festival Downtown Downers Grove

January 31 - February 02, 2025

Photo credit: Downtown Downers Grove

Location

Downtown Downers Grove

Downers Grove, IL 60515

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Description

Enjoy pre-carved ice sculptures that will line the streets of Downtown Downers Grove. There will also be live carving demonstrations and an opportunity to win a $25 gift card.

Event cost: Free

Event times: Jan. 31-Feb. 2, 2025

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 630-725-0991

Website: https://www.downtowndg.org/whats-happening/ice-festival-downtown-downers-grove/

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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