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Crystal Mountain – Mardi Gras on the Mountain – March 4, 2023

Crystal Mountain - Mardi Gras on the Mountain

Let the good times roll at Crystal Mountain with activities galore during Mardi Gras at the Mountain!

Please Note: All activities are weather permitting and subject to cancellation.

11am – 2pm

Enjoy our slopeside BBQ on the Lodge Deck!

  • Burger Plate – $12
  • BBQ Pork & Slaw Plate – $12
  • Brat Plate – $9
  • Hot Dog Plate – $7

All plates come with homemade chips and baked beans.

Noon – 4pm

  • DJ CDX will be playing your favorites at the Crystal Center Patio!
  • Find the Crystal Mountain Court Jester skiing on the mountain.
  • On-Slope Scavenger Hunt – Find the Fleur de Lis scattered around the slopes. Bring one back to the Park at Water’s Edge for a prize!

1 – 3pm: Mardi Gras Mask Making – Held at Lodge Pavilion Tent. $10 per mask.
Let your creativity roll with masks you can decorate! Select your mask shape and adorn it with jewels, feathers and more. No reservations required but we encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes before the end of the program to ensure enough time to complete your project.

2 – 5PM: Live Music in the Vista Lounge

3 – 5PM: Live Music in the Slopeside Tent

8 – 11PM: Live Music in the Vista Lounge


Additional Activities

9am – 5pm: Fat Tire Bike Rental
$20 per hour. Includes helmet and trail pass.

9am – 5pm: Snowshoe Rental
$15 per hour. Activity is weather permitting.

9am – 9pm: Ice Skate Rental
$10 per hour. Activity is weather permitting.

2pm, 3pm: Archery
$20 per person. Reservations required, please call 231-378-2238.

5:30pm: Horse Drawn Surrey Rides
$10 per person (Kids less than 1 year old are free). First ride begins at 5:30pm. Other ride times may be available. Reservations required, please call  231-378-2238.

7pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
$15 per person. First session begins at 7pm. Other times may be available. Reservations required, please call 231-378-2238.

Please Note: All activities are weather permitting and subject to cancellation.

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Crystal Mountain – Spring Carnival – March 11, 2023

Crystal Mountain - Spring Carnival

Celebrate spring the “up-north” way, with all kinds of snow-filled fun! Fun-in-the-sun costumes are highly encouraged. Get ready for events and activities for the whole family can enjoy during Spring Carnival.

Please Note: All activities are weather permitting and subject to cancellation.

9:30 – 10:30AM: Cardboard Classic Registration
Please review the rules prior to creating your sled. Held in Lot H between the Lodge and Crystal Center. Only two racers are allowed per sled. Helmets are required. Day-of-registration required 30-minutes before event start time (10:30am). All participants must be present at registration for a wristband.

10:30AM: Creative Sled Contest
Build a sled using only cardboard and duct tape. Sleds must be pre-registered to participate in the Cardboard Classic

11AM: Cardboard Classic Race
Held on the Cheers to Lou slope! View the rules prior to building your sled.

11AM – 1:30PM: Slush Cup Registration 
Held at the DJ booth on the Crystal Center deck. Participants must be at least 12 years of age. Helmets are required. Rental gear is prohibited.

11am – 2pm

Enjoy our slopeside BBQ on the Lodge Deck!

  • Burger Plate – $12
  • BBQ Pork & Slaw Plate – $12
  • Brat Plate – $9
  • Hot Dog Plate – $7

All plates come with homemade chips and baked beans.

Noon – 4pm

  • Slopeside music from Executive Sounds will be playing your favorite tunes at the Crystal Center patio!
  • On-Slope Scavenger Hunt – Find the surfboards scattered around the mountain and bring one back to the Park at Water’s Edge for a prize!

2PM: Slush Cup
Ski or ride through a giant pit of icy slush! Day of registration required at the Lodge Slopeside Tent at least 30-minutes prior to the start time. Helmets are required. Rental gear is prohibited. Participants must be at least 12 years of age. Held at the base of Thor.

2 – 5PM:  Live Music in the Vista Lounge

8 – 11PM:  Live Music in the Vista Lounge


Additional Activities

9am – 5pm: Fat Tire Bike Rental
$20 per hour. Includes helmet and trail pass.

9am – 5pm: Snowshoe Rental
$15 per hour. Activity is weather permitting.

9am – 9pm: Ice Skate Rental
$10 per hour. Activity is weather permitting.

2pm, 3pm: Archery
$20 per person. Reservations required, please call 231-378-2238.

5:30pm: Horse Drawn Surrey Rides
$10 per person (Kids less than 1 year old are free). First ride begins at 5:30pm. Other ride times may be available. Reservations required, please call  231-378-2238.

7pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
$15 per person. First session begins at 7pm. Other times may be available. Reservations required, please call 231-378-2238.

Please Note: All activities are weather permitting and subject to cancellation.

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Crystal Mountain – Celts & Kayaks – March 18, 2023

Crystal Mountain - Celts & Kilts

Cheers to a fun-filled St. Patrick’s weekend, with plenty of activities for everyone.

Please Note: All activities are weather permitting and subject to cancellation.

9:30 – 10:30AM: Kayaks on the Snow Registration
Be the fastest one down our race course. Equipment provided, personal equipment is prohibited. All participants must have their own helmet and be at least 8 years old. Day-of registration is required 30-minutes prior to the event starting (11am). All participants must be present at registration for a wristband. Registration will be held at the DJ tent on the Crystal Center deck.

11AM: Kayaks on the Snow Race
Held on the Cheers to Lou slope.

11AM – 1:30PM: Slush Cup Registration
Held at the DJ tent on the Crystal Center deck.

11am – 2pm

Enjoy our slopeside BBQ on the Lodge Deck!

  • Burger Plate – $12
  • BBQ Pork & Slaw Plate – $12
  • Brat Plate – $9
  • Hot Dog Plate – $7

All plates come with homemade chips and baked beans.

Noon – 4pm

  • Executive Sounds playing your favorite hits at the Crystal Center patio!
  • Look for our Leprechauns out skiing on the slopes!
  • On-Slope Scavenger Hunt – Find the shamrocks scattered around the mountain and bring one to the Park at Water’s Edge to win a prize.

2pm: Slush Cup

Ski or ride through a giant pit of icy slush. Day-of registration required at the Slopeside Tent at least 30-minutes prior to the start time. Helmets are required. Rental gear is prohibited. Participants must be at least 12 years of age. Held at the base of Thor.


Additional Activities

9am – 5pm: Fat Tire Bike Rental
$20 per hour. Includes helmet and trail pass.

9am – 5pm: Snowshoe Rental
$15 per hour. Activity is weather permitting.

9am – 9pm: Ice Skate Rental
$10 per hour. Activity is weather permitting.

2pm, 3pm: Archery
$20 per person. Reservations required, please call 231-378-2238.

5:30pm: Horse Drawn Surrey Rides
$10 per person (Kids less than 1 year old are free). First ride begins at 5:30pm. Other ride times may be available. Reservations required, please call  231-378-2238.

7pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
$15 per person. First session begins at 7pm. Other times may be available. Reservations required, please call 231-378-2238.

Please Note: All activities are weather permitting and subject to cancellation.

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Crystal Mountain ~ Retro Day ~ March 25, 2023

Crystal Mountain - Retro Weekend

Dust off the neon, ringer tees, gigantic jeans and vintage sweaters. Whatever your decade, it’s time to bring it back for Retro Day at Crystal Mountain!

Please Note: All activities are weather permitting and subject to cancellation.

11am – 2pm

Enjoy our slopeside BBQ on the Lodge Deck!

  • Burger Plate – $12
  • BBQ Pork & Slaw Plate – $12
  • Brat Plate – $9
  • Hot Dog Plate – $7

All plates come with homemade chips and baked beans.

Noon – 4pm

  • DJ CDX will be throwing it back to your retro favorites on the Crystal Center patio!
  • On-Slope Scavenger Hunt: Find the disco balls hidden around the mountain and bring one back to the Park at Water’s Edge for a prize.
  • Parking Lot Party – Join us in Lot H (between the Lodge and Crystal Center) for lawn games, dancing and more!

2pm

  • Costume Contest – We want you to throw it WAY back and show us your retro gear! The best dressed male and female will win a Crystal Mountain Swag Bag. Meet at the DJ tent on the Crystal Center patio.

Additional Activities

9am – 5pm: Fat Tire Bike Rental
$20 per hour. Includes helmet and trail pass.

9am – 5pm: Snowshoe Rental
$15 per hour. Activity is weather permitting.

9am – 9pm: Ice Skate Rental
$10 per hour. Activity is weather permitting.

2pm, 3pm: Archery
$20 per person. Reservations required, please call  231-378-2238 .

5:30pm: Horse Drawn Surrey Rides
$10 per person (Kids less than 1 year old are free). First ride begins at 5:30pm. Other ride times may be available. Reservations required, please call   231-378-2238 .

7pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
$15 per person. First session begins at 7pm. Other times may be available. Reservations required, please call  231-378-2238 .

Please Note: All activities are weather permitting and subject to cancellation.

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