The 2025 Asian Winter Games are heating up Harbin in just seven days! ❄️ Whether you're a sports fanatic, a casual viewer, or planning a last-minute trip, here's your cheat sheet to the icy action:
1. Mark Your Calendar 🗓️
Opening Ceremony: February 7
Closing Ceremony: February 14
Pro tip: Valentine's Day just got cooler with snowboarding finals!
2. Ticket Rush Alert 🎫
General sales launch January 31 via the official Games app. Early bird prices start at ¥80 ($11) for prelims.
3. Sports Extravaganza 🏒⛸️
Watch 64 events across 8 disciplines including ice hockey, figure skating, and debutante mixed-team ski mountaineering!
4. Global Ice Party 🌏
45 countries and regions confirmed – from Qatar's first alpine skiing team to Mongolia's speed skaters.
5. Venue Vibes 🏟️
Major events at the Harbin Sports Palace and Yabuli Alpine Resort. Don't miss the pop-up ice sculpture park near the athletes' village!
📱 Follow @Harbin2025 for real-time updates!
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Quick Q&A on 2025 Asian Winter Games: Five things you must know!
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