Ice attraction 'Winter Realms' will not return to Lake Geneva due to record-breaking warm

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Wednesday, October 16, 2024 4:36PM
Ice attraction 'Winter Realms' will not return to Lake Geneva
Ice attraction 'Winter Realms' will not return to Lake GenevaThe creators said they have to take a hiatus this winter due to the record-breaking warm weather in recent years.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- An icy winter tradition will not return to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin this year.

What used to be known as the "Ice Castles" is now called "Winter Realms."

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The creators said they have to take a hiatus this winter due to the "record-breaking warm weather" in recent years.

In January, to company featured lighted trails featuring sculptures, igloos, caverns instead of ice castles.

The video in the player above is from a previous report.

"We are incredibly thankful for the support received and the happiness we have shared with the thousands of guests," CEO of Ice Castles Kyle Standifird said.

While the winter attraction is taking a hiatus this year, the company is working to bring back winter fun "soon."

You can find more information here.

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