Ice ice baby: Countdown to Rugby's breath-taking live fire and ice show at Christmas spectacular
Prepare to be dazzled in Rugby town centre at the Fire and Ice spectacular soon.
Stunning ice sculpture masterpieces, along with fire beacons and live ice carving shows, will provide the magical and amazing backdrop for the seasonal event on Sunday, November 30.
The free event, organised by Rugby First and Rugby Borough Council will run from 2pm to 7pm.
Visitors will be able to go on a magical trail of discovery that take them on a festive journey that includes ice sculptures, fire beacons, live carving shows, a carving wall, story-telling, music, dance, fire breathing, walkabout characters, festive craft activities, Father Christmas, a funfair, food, toasted marshmallows and face painting.
The sculptures range in size from one metre to two metres and have been expertly carved from blocks of ice and transformed into incredibly detailed and beautiful sculptures.
Along the trail look out for Rudolph, Santa’s sleigh, The Snowman, an elf, a stocking filled with goodies, angel wings, a carving wall and a post box where you can post a letter to Santa! All provide some great photo-opportunities, a chance to interact or even try your hand at some ice carving.
An ice artist will speed carves in 15 minutes using a selection of chainsaws and power tools, with high energetic music pumping and fireballs and sparkles hitting the ice throughout the performances.
Linda Lowne, Rugby First Business Director, said: “This new event is all about bringing back the magic and sparkle to Christmas, and creating some beautiful moments and memories, for residents and visitors from further afield.
"The trail and activities provide a great way to bring families, friends and communities together, while at the same time discovering and supporting town centre businesses.”
“Not only do we have the ice sculptures, live carving and fire shows, but there are also so many opportunities for your little elves to enjoy ‘Make and take’ festive activities, listen to a story, toast marshmallows, meet Santa, be entertained by a real life elf, listen to carols and live music, a living nativity, enjoy a ride at the funfair or get blown away by our snow blower.
"A map of the trail and all the activities will be available shortly so make sure you pick up your copy so that you don’t miss out on anything.”