Just entering November, Beijing’s first snowfall arrives. Some people dig out their long johns early, while others fly straight to tropical islands to relive summer dreams. But for skiing enthusiasts, the long, unbearable spring, summer, and autumn are finally over — their season has arrived.
Compared to those hibernators who cautiously dodge the cold, these deep-addicted snow junkies are all about gathering in groups during the harsh winter. The colder the weather, the more they want to jump around; the bigger the snowflakes, the more they want to let loose.
So, in this extremely cold yet passionate season, we’re bringing you a high-energy “ice and snow film” party. December 4–27 Before 2015 ends, the ‘Hot Snow Film Festival’ — your fellow skiing enthusiasts are waiting to get through winter with you.
Beijing Stop Venue: National Stadium "Bird’s Nest", where the world’s top snowboarding event “AIR+STYLE Boiling Snow” Beijing competition is held
Shanghai Stop Venue: Jump360 Extreme Trampoline Park, a must-go place for PRO development
Chongli Stop Venue: Genting Ski Resort (Secret Garden), the 2022 Winter Olympics venue
From North Snow to South Fragrance, three cities link up. Whether you’re a skiing enthusiast or a beginner, come join us — this will be the most fun-filled winter carnival party ever.
After three years of operation, Banff China’s ‘Hot Snow Film Festival’ has become China’s most well-known skiing film brand. Each year, it brings China’s audiences the world’s most exciting skiing films. It has strong influence in major first-tier cities and within the industry, making it an unmissable event for snow lovers at the start of every season, as well as a visual feast for the general public during winter.
The 2015 Hot Snow Film Festival steps out of cinemas, gets closer to snow lovers, and combines with Fubai Snow and the Winter Olympics.It presents the most spectacular snow season celebration in three locations: Beijing Bird’s Nest, Shanghai 360JUMP, and Chongli Genting Secret Garden.
2016 Documentary of China’s Snowboard National Team
China’s Snowboard Team season film On Board will be launched online and offline simultaneously on December 4. This season film is the team’s second after Heading to Sochi from the 2013/2014 season. It documents the national team’s new journey after the Olympics, flying toward new adventures with their love for snowboarding. The film not only captures highlights of the team’s training and competitions throughout the season, but also showcases moments from their personal lives, including the tough rehabilitation process after injuries that the public rarely sees.
Masters like JT Holmes, Seth Wescott, Caroline Gleich, and Steven Nyman will pursue the ultimate in snow sports on the mountains we dream of conquering. We’ll witness the graceful moves of these alpine freestyle masters — every cliff drop, every turn (big or small) will deeply move us. We’ll chase the wind, snow, mountaintops, and the freedom they promise. Let’s take a look at the bold spirit of the U.S. Freeskiing Team and the endless dynamic appeal of snow sports. Break free from the ordinary — find new thrills in wakeboarding, surfing, and paragliding.
This film aims to showcase the most primal joy of skiing — the very essence of the sport. It’s not about fame or fortune, but about pure enjoyment and happiness. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, you share the same mindset and joy. Whether carving down Japan’s deep powder, trying local extreme skiing in England, seeking new runs in Alaska, or exploring new jumps in Iceland’s wilderness, the film reveals every angle of skiing. No blizzard can dampen a skier’s passion — and that passion will be delivered to the audience through this film.
3D Ski Simulator | XBOX Ski Motion Game | Trampoline | Slackline | Roller Skating | Professional Cycling Training Track Simulation | Bubble Soccer
Ski Fitness Training Methods | Snowboard Freestyle & Trampoline Training Techniques | Snowboard Selection & Maintenance | Wilderness Survival Skills | Mountaineering Talks, etc.
Guess the AIR+STYLE Beijing Champion | Grand Prize at the Event
February 26–27 · Chongli · Secret Garden of Wintopia Ski Resort
To Be Continued...
Stay tuned!
About BanffChina
Banff China is a professional organization dedicated to promoting outdoor and adventure documentaries, as well as lifestyle content. It was founded in 2010 by Ms. Qian Haiying. Banff China’s film festival and exhibition projects include: the China Tour of the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival, Hot Snow Image Festival, InternationalOceanFilm Festival, China Outdoor Film Project, Sunshine Running Film Festival, Banff Outdoor Training Camp, and more.
In May this year, Banff China successfully held the Banff Outdoor Carnival at Sanlitun Soho in Beijing. Through interactive experiences and demonstrations by outdoor personalities, it introduced an outdoor lifestyle to a wider domestic audience, serving as the prototype for the new format of the 2015 Hot Snow Image Festival.
About the National Stadium (Bird’s Nest)
The National Stadium (Bird’s Nest) is located in the southern part of the central area of Beijing Olympic Park and served as the main stadium for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The project covers a total area of 21 hectares, with approximately 91,000 spectator seats. It hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the Olympics and Paralympics, track and field competitions, and the football finals.2008After the Olympics, it became a large-scale professional venue for Beijing residents to engage in sports activities and enjoy sporting entertainment, and has since become an iconic sports architecture and Olympic legacy.
The 2015 FIS Freestyle Ski and Snowboard World Cup Beijing and live concert will be grandly held at the National Stadium in Beijing from December 4 to 5.
About JUMP360
The Shanghai Hongqiao branch of Jump360, located in Minhang District, Shanghai, is currently the world’s largest indoor amusement park themed around extreme trampolining. It offers a wide range of trampoline activities. The expansive 5,000-square-meter space can accommodate over a hundred people at once.
Trampolining is a popular recreational activity in Europe and America, suitable for fitness and fun across all age groups. In addition to extreme trampolining, Jump360 also features a dedicated children’s trampoline area and a family interactive zone.
About Secret Garden · Wintopia Ski Resort
Secret Garden · Wintopia Ski Resort is located in Chongli County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, nestled within the Damaqun Mountain Range where the Taihang Mountains and Yanshan Mountains meet. Its unique geographical advantages provide ideal conditions for snow and ice recreational activities. The resort plans to develop 87 ski runs with a total length of about 70 kilometers and a total ski area of 262 hectares, with a ski guest capacity of 19,610 people.
In July 2015, Beijing was officially selected as a candidate city to bid for the 2022 Winter Olympics. Now that the bid has been successful, the Chinese Olympic Committee has designated Beijing to host the ice events, while Chongli County in Zhangjiakou will host the snow events.