Q.can you leave containers of tulips outside during ice and snow?
Containers left outside during ice and snow. Is this ok to do?

Basically it hinges on a few factors, such as what plant hardiness zone you are in, the drainage of your container, and the care (fertilizing) of your plant leading up to the winter months. You can read more about the winter care of tulip bulbs in containers at the following link:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/tulips/care-of-tulip-bulbs-in-containers-in-the-winter.htm