UIAA Ice Climbing
World Championships
& YEG Ice Fest
Edmonton, Canada
Photo by: Pete Hoang
Day 1 - Opening Ceremonies & VIP Event
Date: Friday, Feb. 16 - 6-10pm
Location: Ford Hall @ Rogers Place (2nd Floor, 10220 104 Avenue NW, Edmonton AB T5J 0H6)
Who: Athletes, Officials, VIP Ticket Holders and Invited Guests (To request an invitation for community members and media, please email: TBA)
Our opening ceremonies event will kick off the weekend with an evening of music, snacks, drinks, and a short program to welcome competitors, coaches and officials travelling from around the world to Edmonton to participate in the 2024 UIAA Ice Climbing World Championships. The program will also feature local performer(s).
Day 2 - UIAA Ice Climbing World Championships - First Day of Competition
Date: Saturday, Feb. 17 - 9:00 am -10:30pm
Location: Fan Park @ Ice District (10104 104 Avenue NW, Edmonton AB T5J 0H6)
Who: All tickets holders (Single Day, Weekend Pass Holders, VIP Ticket Holders)
On day one of the competition, spectators will get to watch climbers compete in both lead ice climbing and speed ice climbing qualifiers throughout the day, wrapping up with an exciting final for speed ice climbing in the evening. Other activities for visitors will include visiting vendors and exhibitors in our winter market, skating, participating in friendly races with ice climbing equipment, playing in the kids zone, trying fatbiking, enjoying live performances by local artists, and staying warm by one of many wood burning fire pits that will be found throughout the festival site. There will also be food and beverages available for purchase.
Day 3 - UIAA Ice Climbing World Championships - Second Day of Competition
Date: Sunday, Feb. 18 - 9:00 am -10:30pm
Location: Fan Park @ Ice District (10104 104 Avenue NW, Edmonton AB T5J 0H6)
Who: All ticket holders (Single Day, Weekend Pass Holders, VIP Ticket Holders)
On day two of the competition, spectators will get to watch climbers compete in lead ice climbing semi-finals and finals. Other activities for visitors will be similar to day one including visiting vendors and exhibitors in our winter market, skating, participating in friendly races with ice climbing equipment, playing in the kids zone, trying fatbiking, enjoying live performances by local artists, and staying warm by one of many wood burning fire pits that will be found throughout the festival site. There will also be food and beverages available for purchase.
After Party
Date: Sunday, Feb. 18 - 9:30 pm -late
Location: The Canadian Icehouse (10332 103 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0Y9)
Who: 18+ (Free for ALL event ticket holders, Cover charge for other guests)
The after party will feature live performances by local artists on the outdoor/indoor rooftop patio. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Bowling lanes, ping pong and other games may also be found on a lower level of the The Banquet Bar.
Day 4 - Climbing Clinics & Open Community Competition Day
Date: Monday, Feb. 19 - 8:00 am -5:00pm
Location: Fan Park @ Ice District (10104 104 Avenue NW, Edmonton AB T5J 0H6)
Who: Pre-registration for climbing clinics and competition required. Register to be a spectator of the MEC Community Competition.
There will be clinics available for all levels from never tried it before to experienced ice and mixed climbers. Clinic info HERE & Competition info HERE
February 16-19, 2024
10104 104 Street NW, Edmonton AB Canada
The Alpine Club of Canada Edmonton Section is excited to be hosting the 2024 UIAA Ice Climbing World Championship and YEG Ice Fest. This is a four day outdoor event for visitors of all ages. Read on for a summary of events for each day.
Event Schedule
Friday, February 16, 2024
VIP Ticket Holders & Invited Guests
Media & VIP Event - Access with a “VIP Pass”
OPENING CEREMONIES
18:00 - 22:00
19:00 - 19:45
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Ticket required for entry
Event Site Opens
Lead Climbing - Qualification - Women
Speed Climbing - Qualification - Men
Live Entertainment - Mallory Chipman
Lead Climbing - Qualification - Men
Speed Climbing - Qualification - Women
Live Entertainment - El Niven and the Alibi
Ice Climbing Demonstration with Hassan Mirzahosseini
Speed Climbing - FINALS - Men & Women
Speed Climbing - Medal Presentations & Awards - Men & Women
Event Site Closes
9:00
9:00 - 12:00
10:00 - 11:00
12:00 - 13:00
13:00 - 18:00
14:00 - 15:00
18:00 - 19:00
19:00-19:30
20:00 - 21:00
15 min. After Finals
22:30
Sunday, February 18, 2024
Ticket required for entry
9:00
9:30 - 12:30
12:30 - 13:30
14:00 - 17:00
17:30 - 18:30
19:00 - 9:00
15 min. After Finals
22:30
21:30 - Late
Event Site Opens
Lead Climbing - Semi Finals - Women
Live Entertainment - Saint & Scream
Lead Climbing - Semi Finals - Men
Live Entertainment - Mouraine
Lead Climbing - Finals Men & Women
Lead Climbing - Medal Presentations & Awards - Men & Women
Event Site Closes
After Party & Live Music @ The Banquet
Monday, February 19, 2024
Pre-registration required
8:30
14:00
*Schedule may be subject to change
Follow us on Instagram for regular updates & announcements
Event Partners
Our Mission
Our vision is to bring together, and give voice to, Canada’s mountaineering community. We promote alpine experiences, knowledge and culture; responsible access; and excellence in mountain skills and leadership.
The three day event aims to highlight and celebrate a variety of adventure-based winter activities available in Edmonton and Alberta mountain parks centered around an international ice climbing competition and seeks to drive international visitation to the city and region.
The annually recurring event will feature international world cup competitions in the disciplines of speed ice climbing and lead ice climbing, and festival activities for the community, including try-it activities, local vendors and workshops from world class athletes.