Icicles are often associated with winter folklore and tales of survival. Survival stories during harsh winters emphasize the beauty and danger of ice. [Scandinavian] Icicles are often seen in myths as harbingers of change.

Icicles represent a stage in the alchemical transformation process related to crystallization. Processes of purification often include reflections on solidification and clarity. [Alchemical] Icicles symbolize both the beauty and risks of rigid forms.

Icicles are depicted in various forms of art and literature, symbolizing cold beauty. Poetry reflecting on nature often includes references to icicles. [Japanese] Icicles are often featured in haiku as a metaphor for fleeting moments.