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Keystone Resort, Colorado, and local nonprofit, Mountain Pride, invite skiers and riders to join the first Queer Ski Weekend at Keystone March 1-2. This new community event will provide the opportunity for LGBTQIA+ snow sports enthusiasts and allies to come together, make new friends, and celebrate community and inclusivity on the mountain and in River Run Village.
“We are thrilled to partner with Mountain Pride to host our first Queer Ski Weekend at Keystone this season. This event is an opportunity for skiers and riders to come together and celebrate in a welcoming and supportive environment, and I think that’s incredibly important for our resort and our industry. We’re proud to host community events like this that promote diversity and inclusion at Keystone and also create memorable experiences for our guests.”
— Chris Sorensen, General Manager & VP Keystone Resort
Keystone’s Queer Ski Weekend is the result of partnership between Keystone Resort, Vail Resorts’ Epic Promise, the Keystone Neighbourhood Company, and Mountain Pride – a local nonprofit devoted to establishing supportive spaces, enhancing family acceptance, and improving access to resources for the LGBTQIA+ community. Keystone’s Queer Ski Weekend is funded in large part through Vail Resort’s Epic Promise, which annually supports more than 400 nonprofit organizations throughout mountain towns and communities.
“In the heart of the mountains, events like Queer Ski Weekend serve as powerful affirmations of unity, acceptance, and the unyielding spirit of our queer community, especially in mountain locales where access to queer spaces can be scarce. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and support of Keystone Resort for hosting and Epic Promise for helping us create this vital space!”
— Madison Partridge, Director Mountain
Festivities kick off Friday evening with a Sashay on the Slopes Drag Show at Warren Station and continue into Saturday with free events including a Pride Ski Parade, drag trivia and more.
Friday, March 1 at 8 PM – Sashay on the Slopes Drag Show
This 18+ event takes place at Warren Station in River Run Village and will feature live performances from local talent, including Keystone Resort’s very own Ms. Bunny Hills.
Saturday, March 2 from 9 AM – 4 PM – Queer Ski Weekend Group Ski Day
Check-in begins at Ina’s Bridge near the River Run Gondola lower terminal. Stop by our Queer Ski Weekend table to let us know you’ve arrived, pick up your tickets, and kick off an incredible day on the slopes! Discount lift tickets, rentals, scenic gondola rides and snow tubing will be available to participants in advance through the Mountain Pride website. Please be advised that walkup discounts will not be available.
Saturday, March 2 at 4 PM – Queer Ski Weekend Group Photo & Ski Down Dercum
Meet at the top of Schoolmarm next to Summit House! The Parade Ski Run will take place on Keystone’s 3.5 mile beginner trail, Schoolmarm, directly following the group photo. Non-skiers and foot passengers are invited to join for the photo as well and can ride the River Run Gondola. Note that a lift ticket, pass or scenic ride ticket is required for access to the Gondola.
Saturday, March 2 at 5 PM – Drag Trivia at 9280 Sake House
Finish the day at the 9280 Sake House in River Run Village with après and Drag Trivia hosted by performers Petty Patty and Dr. Zackarina.
Tickets for the Sashay on the Slopes Drag Show are available at MountainPride.org and WarrenStation.com. All other events are free to participate with a valid lift ticket or pass. Participants can access discounted lodging rates, lift tickets, and more at Mountain Pride’s event page. For more info, visit Mountain Pride’s website and follow Keystone Resort on Instagram.
