Who We Are

U.S. Ice Carving works with a network of seasoned, competitive ice carvers. All are incredible entertainers who provide action-packed live entertainment. The dramatic spectacle of artists wielding chainsaws and other tools to attack massive ice blocks within tight timeframes is a compelling draw. As competitors race the clock and each other, they showcase daring artistry and challenge gravity with ambitious, intricate carvings, creating an unforgettable experience that effectively promotes host venues and featured brands.

Chuck Wagner is the Managing Director of U.S. Ice Carving and a pioneer of ice carving competitions and ice sculpture industry. He has produced over 350 ice carving competitions and winter festivals in the United States and Canada. He is the Founding Executive Director of the National Ice Carving Association, Executive Producer of the Professional Ice Carvers Tour, Coordinator of the National Restaurant Association's Ice Carving Classic, an Honorary Board Member of the International Ice Sculpture Society, a proud Miami Hurricane Football Alumni, and an exceptionally proud husband, father, father-in-law, and grandfather.