The 29th Harbin Sun Island Snow Sculpture Art Expo will open on Dec 20, according to the organizing committee.

A total of 10,000 tickets will be given free to Harbin residents, with which they can enter the expo after 1 pm on Dec 20.

Harbin residents can book the free tickets by adding the WeChat account “hrbtaiyangdao” and replying “免费票" ("free tickets” in English) to participate in the activity.

Those who are lucky enough to get free entry can obtain their tickets at the tourist center in Sun Stone square at the Sun Island scenic area, with their identity card or passport.

With a ticket they can take part in the opening ceremony of the Sun Island Snow Sculpture Art Expo and receive a tour of the art expo from 1 pm to 5 pm on Dec 20.