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Vermont’s Killington Resort, the largest ski and snowboard resort in Eastern North America and a POWDR company, is ready for winter with a jam-packed event series kicking off with Alex Hackel’s Hike & Hang 2.0 on November 12 and concluding with the VT Green Up Day on May 6.
“Being home to the longest season in the East allows us ample time to host over 50 events from opening day to closing day. From local favorites like the Ski Bum races to the all-women’s snowboard clinic, Park Affair on February 4 this year’s winter event line-up has something for everyone.”
– Michael Sutcliffe, events & sponsorship manager at Killington Resort
2022-23 Winter Event Line-Up (subject to change)
November 12 Hike & Hang 2.0
- Ski and socialize with Alex Hackel in the early season Woodward Mountain Park on Reason.
November 19 Loaded Turkey Rail Jam
- The kick-off to the freestyle season brings the best skiers and riders from around New England to compete on a custom set-up by the Woodward Parks crew.
November 25-27 Audi FIS Ski World Cup
- Witness the best female alpine skier racers in the world compete at break-neck speeds, enjoy live music from national acts and so much more.
December 14 Michelob Ultra Ski Bum Registration Party
- The locals gather with a party to start the weekly Ski Bum race series right.
December 31 Family-Friendly K-1 Lodge NYE Celebration with Fireworks
- Bring the kids for this celebration welcoming in 2023.
January 4 – March 15 Michelob Ultra Ski Bum Race Series (Wednesdays)
- Every Wednesday, serious and not-so-serious racers vie for the fastest time on Highline.
January 7 Mini Shred Madness
- A gathering of groms to learn the ins and outs of park competition.
TBD Peace Park Celebration with Danny Davis
- Ride with Burton professional snowboarder Danny Davis in his brainchild, the Woodward Mountain Peace Park, with live music and free refreshments.
February 4 Park Affair
- All-female snowboard camp open to ladies of all ages teaching the fundamentals of park riding.
February 10-12 Subaru Winterfest
- A one-of-a-kind music and mountain lifestyle festival that invites everyone and their dogs to bask in their love of winter adventure.
February 12 Tell a Friend Tour
- The social (media) event of the season, full of friends and cool tricks.
February 24 Pico Hiko
- Go uphill with demos, clinics and more at Pico Mountain.
February 25 Mini Shred Madness at Pico Mountain
- The groms go to Pico for the second stop of our kids’ gathering in the park.
March 3-4 Slash & Berm Banked Slalom
- The 9th annual race through the Woodward Mountain Park Stash, presented by Burton and Darkside Snowboards.
March 11 Vertical Challenge at Pico Mountain
- A free ski and snowboard race open to skiers and riders of all abilities.
March 11 or 12 Ski Vermont Specialty Food Day
- Sample the foods that make Vermont unique.
March 31 – April 2 Red Bull Slide-in Tour
- Top pro snowboarders spend three days riding The Beast and invite you to come along for the party.
April 1 Bear Mountain Mogul Challenge
- The ultimate spring celebration of mogul mayhem. One of our biggest parties of the year!
April 8 Woodward Mountain Park Wind Down
- A thank you celebration of the Woodward Mountain Parks and their crew with a fun competition open to all.
April 9 Easter Sunrise Service & Egg Hunt
- Start Easter Sunday at the Peak Lodge with a non-denominational service, then let the kids search for the treats hidden by the Easter Bunny himself.
April 15 Pond Skim
- The triumphant return of this spring spectacle – try not to get wet!
April 22 Dazed & Defrosted
- Celebrate spring with soft bumps, cold brews and great live music.
May 1 May Day Slalom
- Your last chance to race down Superstar in this free competition.
May 6 VT Green Up Day
- Grab a bag and do your part to help keep the Green Mountains green.
For more information about the 2022-23 full events line-up, please visit killington.com and stay tuned to killington.com/conditions for updates on opening day.
