Mark your calendar for these special events happening in the Blue Ridge this winter!
All Season
Every Saturday
60 Years of Skiing
Omni Homestead Resort, VA
Celebrate the 60th anniversary of skiing at The Omni Homestead with a live musical performance or DJ at the Mountain Lodge every Saturday throughout the season.
Visit omnihotels.com/hotels/homestead-virginia/things-to-do/ski
November
Nov 8–December 2
Mission: Four’dable
Wintergreen, VA
Mission: Four’dable gives you four unrestricted lift tickets for only $189. That means no blackout dates, they’re transferable, you can buy as many as you want, and you can ski and ride all season long! Don’t miss the best offer this winter!
Visit wintergreenresort.com/mission-fourdable
November 22
10th Annual Back in Blue Rail Jam
Ober Gatlinburg, TN
Dust off your snowboards and skis – it’s time to jam at Ober Gatlinburg! The rails, boxes, and jumps in our Tubing Park will be ready for action for one night before Snow Tubing opens!
Visit obergatlinburg.com/event/back-in-blue
December
Mid-December
3 FREE Learn to Ski/Ride Lessons
Wintergreen, VA
For those who want to learn to ski or ride, this is your golden opportunity. Wintergreen is offering three free lessons during mid-December. The program includes a beginner area lift ticket, ski/snowboard equipment rental, and beginner lesson. For ages 8 and older.
Visit wintergreenresort.com
December 20–31
12 Days of Christmas
Wisp Resort, MD
Wisp Resort is spreading the holiday cheer for 12 solid days surrounding the holiday season! Kicking it off with the Caroling Elvis’, different daily offerings including ski-thru coffee bar, carolers, holly jolly offers, ski with Santa, and more. Concluding with a New Year’s Eve Celebration to send off 2019 in style!
Visit wispresort.com
December 20–31
Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas
Wintergreen, VA
Celebrate the most magical time of year at Wintergreen Resort with snowcat rides, cookie decorating, on-slope games, Santa on the slopes, story-time with Mrs. Claus, and FIREWORKS to welcome 2020. Don’t forget to work in time for skiing, riding, and tubing!
Visit wintergreenresort.com
December 21
Doom Flamingo
Beech Mountain, NC
After a day on the slopes, apré right with the six-headed synthwave beast out of Charleston, Doom Flamingo. The band features a powerhouse group of musicians, including Ryan Stasik on bass (of Umphrey’s McGee) and Kanika Moore on vocals in a show that’s sure to keep your feet moving.
Visit beechmountainresort.com/events
January
All Month Long
Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month
Massanutten Resort, VA
January is National Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month! Ideal for introducing friends & family to skiing and snowboarding, take advantage of Learn to Ski packages and promotions. Massanutten makes it easy with our NEW! Easy Street area with Terrain Based Learning.
Visit Massresort.com/ski
All Month Long
Learn to Ski & Snowboard Program
Pennsylvania Ski Area Association, PA
SkiPA makes it easy and affordable for beginners to learn to ski or snowboard in January with a $5 discount on already low midweek “Learn a Snow Sport” packages, which include first-time lesson, rental, and lift ticket. Go online for more information.
Visit skipa.com/deals/learn-to-ski-and-snowboard
All Month Long
Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month
Winterplace Ski Resort, WV
January is National Learn to Ski and Snowboard month! Ideal for introducing friends and family to skiing and snowboarding, take advantage of the all-inclusive “Learn to Ski Packages”. Winterplace makes it easy with our “Terrain Based Learning Area,” where we shape the snow to make it easy for you to enjoy sliding with your friends, guided by our professional instructors.
Visit winterplace.com
January 3
Hero’s Day
Wisp Resort, MD
Honoring our Nation’s Military, Police, Fire & Rescue with a complimentary lift ticket and discounted rentals, lessons, and lodging. Thanks for your service and for keeping us safe!
Visit wispresort.com
Jan 6–Feb 24, Every Monday
Monday Night Madness
Massanutten, VA
Each Monday night (4 – 9 pm) from January 6 through February 24, ski or ride at Massanutten for just $20, rent gear for just $20, and take a free beginner lesson. A portion of the night’s proceeds will go to a local charity.
Visit Massresort.com/ski
Jan 9–March 5, Every Thursday
Purposeful Pints
Beech mountain, NC
Drink for a good cause! Every Thursday, Beech Mountain Brewing Company will partner with a select non-profit and will donate 50 cents from each pint sold to that group. Partners include POW (Protect Our Winters), Catalyst Sports, and Blue Ridge Partnership for Children among others.
Visit beechmountainresort.com/events
January 17–20
MLK Jr. Weekend
Omni Homestead Resort, va
Visit The Omni Homestead January 17-20 for a weekend filled with magic shows, live musical performances, fascinating culinary experiences, artisan craft classes, bingo, and more. Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ice skating, and mini snowmobiles, then make s’mores around the fire.
Visit omnihotels.com/hotels/homestead-virginia/things-to-do/ski
January 25
3rd Annual Ober Rocks: 80’s Throwback Night
Ober Gatlinburg, TN
Join us for Ober Rocks where the slopes stay open until Midnight! Featuring a live band, a slope side DJ, hotel specials, and discounts on Ski Area Passes, rental equipment, and lessons, Ober Rocks rocks!
Visit obergatlinburg.com/event/ober-rocks
FEBRUARY
February 15–17
Presidents’ Day Weekend
Winterplace Ski Resort, WV
Presidents’ Day Weekend features great snow and a Tap Takeover in Mikey’s Slope-side Restaurant. Have a great day of skiing, and then slide on down for some music on the Deck while enjoying a local Craft Brew and Hot Brat! Mickey’s Tap Takeovers have become a favorite event during Holiday Weekends.
Visit winterplace.com
February 14–17
Presidents’ Weekend
Omni Homestead Resort, va
This Presidents’ Weekend, experience a fun-filled getaway with family-friendly activities such as bingo, artisan craft classes, live musical performances, magic shows, and children’s craft classes. Plus, enjoy skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, tubing, and mini snowmobiles at our scenic Mountain Lodge.
Visit omnihotels.com/hotels/homestead-virginia/things-to-do/ski
February 15
Valentine’s Weekend with Midnight Spaghetti
Bryce Resort, VA
Bring a date or don’t. Midnight Spaghetti is sure to bring the funk to Bryce. Get down in the Shenandoah Center with live jams after a day of skiing, snowboarding, or tubing.
Visit bryceresort.com
February 22
Berming Man Banked Slalom
Snowshoe, WV
Like any good banked slalom, Berming Man is as much of a cultural experience as it is a snowboard race. Either way, you don’t want to miss it. Come help us crown the “Fastest Snowboarder in WV.” Presented by Oakley.
Visit visit.snowshoemtn.com
March
March Value Season
Winterplace Ski Resort, WV
Spring may be just around the corner, but historically, March brings some of the best snows of the season. Cool nights and Sunny days make for short sleeve skiing, sunglasses, sunscreen, and discounted prices. Enjoy the last turns of the season at reduced rates as we welcome in spring!
Visit winterplace.com
March 1
Ober Gatlinburg’s Spring Fling
Ober Gatlinburg, TN
Ober Gatlinburg’s traditional Spring celebration returns for another season! Pond skimming, giant slalom, jump competition, plenty of food and drinks, and cool vendors! Registration includes a t-shirt, and there will be prizes up for grabs!
Visit obergatlinburg.com/events
March 6–8
Snow Moon Fest
Massanutten, VA
Massanutten’s season-end celebration features an arctic plunge, 4K race/walk, live music, tap takeovers and samples, fireworks, torchlight parade, and more! Enjoy a weekend full of skiing, snowboarding, and plenty of off-slope activities for the whole family to enjoy! Lodging packages and more available online.
Visit Massresort.com/snowmoonfest
March 7–8
Homegrown Music Festival
Snowshoe, WV
If you want an extra taste of Appalachia on your visit, this weekend is for you! Enjoy live music, local crafts, and displays in the village all weekend long.
Visit visit.snowshoemtn.com
March 14
Winterfest
Bryce Resort, VA
Bryce celebrates the end of the ski season with a family-friendly party for all. Festivities include live music outside, pond skimming, a bar made out of snow, and more!
Visit bryceresort.com
March 13–14
Ballhooter Spring Break Festival
Snowshoe, WV
Ski. Party. Sleep. Repeat. Ballhooter is back, so buckle up. It’s time for free music, slopeside games, and weekend-long shenanigans. Stay tuned for more details coming soon.
Visit visit.snowshoemtn.com
