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Crystal Mountain ~ Spring Carnival ~ March 14, 2026

Crystal Mountain - Spring Carnival

Celebrate spring the “up north” way with fun on the slopes for the whole family.

Lift Ticket Discount: Tropical vibes and fresh powder. Rock our luau party theme to receive a $10 discount on your open-to-close window lift ticket!

11am – 2pm: Lodge Deck BBQ
We’re serving up Fish & Chips with tartar and coleslaw for $17 per plate. OR, enjoy BBQ pulled pork, coleslaw and chips for just $14 per plate.

Corrugated Chaos

Cardboard Classic

9:30am – 10:30am: Registration
Please review the rules below prior to creating your sled. Registration is held slopeside on the Lodge Patio. All participants must be present at registration for a wristband. All participants are required to complete a waiver prior to the event, adults must sign for participants under 18 years old. Only two racers are allowed per sled. Helmets are required.

10:45am: Creative Sled Contest
Turn a simple box into a trophy-winning wonder. We are looking for the boldest, most creative sleds built entirely from cardboard and duct tape. All sleds participating in the competition must be pre-registered.

11am: Cardboard Classic Race
Held on the Cheers To Lou slope! Please review the rules below prior to building your cardboard sled.

Skim into Spring

Slush Cup

11am – 1:45pm: Slush Cup Registration
Held on the Lodge Patio. Participants must be at least 12 years of age. Helmets are required. Rental gear is prohibited.  All participants are required to complete a waiver prior to the event, adults must sign for participants under 18 years old.

2pm: Slush Cup
Ski or ride through a giant pit of icy slush! Day of registration required at the Lodge Patio at least 15-minutes prior to the start time. Helmets are required. Rental gear is prohibited. PLEASE, NO SKI POLES. Participants must be at least 12 years of age. Held at the base of Lower Gorge.

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Caberfae Peaks – Earl Huckle Memorial Race – March 15, 2026

Sunday, March 15, 2026:  Earl Huckle Memorial Giant Slalom Race

  • Giant Slalom Race on Liberty.  ONLINE REGISTRATION required.
  • $10 for kids (17 & under) and $15 for adults (18 and up)
  • Price is $5 more for day of registration.  Registration closes at 12 pm on March 15th
  • 1 pm Start – Open to All
  • Awards in Beatie’s Bar & Grill following the race.
  • Age divisions: 0-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

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SPRING RACE SERIES:

Sunday, March 8, 2026: Caberfae Peaks Gold Cup Super G Race

  • Super Giant Slalom Race on GG’s Ride.  ONLINE REGISTRATION required.
  • $10 for kids (17 & under) and $15 for adults (18 and up)
  • Price is $5 more for day of registration.  Registration closes at 12 pm on March 8th
  • 1 pm start – Open to all
  • Awards in Beatie’s Bar & Grill following the race
  • Age divisions: 8-10, 11-13, 14-16, 17-32, 33-45, 46-59, 60+
  • Overall Male & Female Winners

Saturday, March 14, 2026: Jim Wickham Memorial Slalom Race

  • Slalom Race on Liberty.  ONLINE REGISTRATION required.
  • $10 for kids (17 & under) and $15 for adults (18 and up).
  • Price is $5 more for day of registration.  Registration closes at 12 pm on March 14th
  • 1 pm start – Open to All
  • Awards in Beatie’s Bar & Grill following the race.
  • Age divisions: 0-10, 11-14, 15-17, 18-35, 36-46, 47-57, 58 and up

Sunday, March 15, 2026:  Earl Huckle Memorial Giant Slalom Race

  • Giant Slalom Race on Liberty.  ONLINE REGISTRATION required.
  • $10 for kids (17 & under) and $15 for adults (18 and up)
  • Price is $5 more for day of registration.  Registration closes at 12 pm on March 15th
  • 1 pm Start – Open to All
  • Awards in Beatie’s Bar & Grill following the race.
  • Age divisions: 0-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

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Caberfae Peaks – SPRING CARNIVAL – March 21, 2026

Caberfae Peaks - SPRING CARNIVAL

Make your plans now for our Spring Carnival, Saturday, March 21, 2026

12 pm to 3 pm Outdoor Bar & Grill with a DJ at the base of the slopes

1 pm – Costume Parade
Halloween in the Spring! Awards for the top 3 costumes – $1 Entry Fee

2 pm – Big Air Contest – $10 entry fee

3 pm – Live Music on Arlo’s Deck – Apres ski music on Arlo’s Deck by Cody & Mike

5:30 to 8:30 pm – Live Music – Beatie’s Bar & Grill

Register for the Big Air & Costume Parade at the ticket office starting at 9 am

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Crystal Mountain ~ Celts & Kayaks ~ March 21, 2026

Crystal Mountain - Celts & Kilts

Join us for a St. Patrick’s celebration where you can spot leprechauns across the slopes and witness our signature gravity-defying kayak race on the snow.

Lift Ticket Discount: Don’t get pinched! Wear your best Irish-themed gear and we’ll take $10 off your open-to-close window lift ticket.

11am – 2pm: Lodge Deck BBQ
Enjoy a traditional Irish dinner with braised corned beef, cabbage, roasted potatoes and carrots for only $14 per plate.

Gravity: The Ultimate Current

Kayaks On The Snow Race

9:30am – 10:45am: Kayaks on the Snow Registration
Day-of registration is required 15-minutes prior to the event starting (11am). All participants must be present at registration for a wristband. Registration located slopeside on the Lodge Patio. All participants are required to complete a waiver prior to the event, adults must sign for participants under 18 years old. All participants must have their own helmet and be at least 8 years old.

Equipment provided by Riverside Canoes, personal equipment is prohibited.

11am: Kayaks on the Snow Race
Held on the Cheers To Lou slope!

Noon – 4pm

  • Slopeside DJ: Playing your favorite hits at the Crystal Center Patio!
  • Leapin’ Leprechauns: Look for the Leprechauns out skiing on the slopes!
  • On-Slope Scavenger Hunt: Find a picture of a Shamrock scattered around the slopes. Bring one back to the Park at Water’s Edge for a prize!

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