Colorado Events Calendar

Colorado Events Calendar for our Mountain Town communities is filled with Festivals, Concerts, Music, and things to do in our Colorado mountain towns. Music festivals, Art shows, BBQ Feasts, Ski and Snowboard competitions, and more are listed in our mountain town Colorado Events Calendar.

Please Note: due to the COVID-19 virus all listed Events are subject to change. We suggest following the link to their information to confirm.


Colorado Events Calendar

Events In Breck, Aspen, Vail | Mountain Town Magazine rounds up Colorado’s music festivals, art shows, BBQ Feasts, ski and snowboard competitions and more in our Colorado Events Calendar.

MARCH

February 28 – March 2, 2023
Making Friends With Moguls Camp, Telluride
This three-day camp will focus on precise movement patterns in mogul fields. The day will include drills on groomed runs, discussion of mogul lines and tactics, and application on runs. 
https://www.telluride.com/event/making-friends-with-moguls-camp/

March 1 – 5, 2023
Durango Film Festival, Durango
The upcoming Durango Independent Film Festival marks the 18th year of the annual event.
About Durango Film: Durango Film brings a community together with independent filmmakers for the unique opportunity to experience and discuss global, innovative and diverse films. People who have attended our festival find Durango, Colorado to be one of the best venues for film and fun. With the spring ski season in full swing during the festival dates, there is no shortage of activity for film goers. Join us every year for our film festival in a town in Southwest Colorado that “ought to be in your pictures!”
https://www.durango.com/event/durango-film-festival/

March 1, 2023
2023 Up & At ‘Em Series, Race #5, Frisco (In Person), Frisco
We are excited for the 2023 Up & At ‘Em Series! Enjoy five races in a hybrid combination of three Strava format races followed by two in person races.
Join Strava (it’s free) and race your friends all winter! For the first three races in January and February we will post three different race loops and the Nordic Center will keep track of your results via Strava by age group in both classic and skate. The last two races in February and March will be held in person with timing and post-race breakfast treats provided.
https://www.townoffrisco.com/event/nordic-center-events/up-and-at-em-nordic-race-series/

March 1, 2023 – Obstacle Course
Bubble Gum Ski Race Series– Obstacle Course, Frisco
Enjoy some friendly competition among family and friends of all ages and abilities at the 9th Annual Bubble Gum Race Series on six Wednesdays in February and March at the Frisco Adventure Park.
From the “never ever” to seasoned racer, all levels are encouraged to compete in this free non-competitive, community race series. Racers will have the chance to race the course multiple times and racers will not be timed, but instead participants will be given pieces of bubble gum which they will keep or give away based on their race finishes. The racer who has the most bubble gum at the end of the races wins.
https://www.townoffrisco.com/event/frisco-adventure-park-events/bubble-gum-ski-race-series/

March 2, 2023
Outdoor Divas Women’s Demo Day! Loveland Ski Area
Women’s Free Ski Demo Day at Loveland Ski Area March 2nd
Three down two to go…don’t miss us this March at Loveland for our free women’s ski demo days.  You know the saying, March comes in like a lion, which means so much snow – so never miss a March Women’s Ski Demo Day. We’re the only women’s ski shop and the country that host demo days exclusively for women.   Skip the dude fest at the other on snow ski demos, and come ski with us. Our curated collection of skis includes only best in class selected by our team of female ski testers. You’ll see skis from Kastle, Blizzard, Volkl, Black Crows, Elan, Head, and more.  We’ll also have our ski experts right there on snow with you, to help guide you, from ski to ski. So put this demo day at Loveland Ski Area on your calendar – and we can’t wait to see you at Loveland.  Ski like a girl.
https://skiloveland.com/events/

March 2, 2023
Telluride Art Walk, Telluride
The Telluride Art Walk is a festive celebration of the arts in downtown telluride for art lovers, community and friends. Complimentary Gallery Guides, offering a self-guided tour, are available at participating venues, The guide can be used at any time to help navigate through galleries and venues that are open to the public most days. 
https://www.telluridearts.org/tellurideartwalk

March 3 – 5. 2023
Audi FIS Ski World Cup, Aspen/Snowmass
Aspen Snowmass is gearing up for the return of America’s Downhill™ course on Aspen Mountain—a steep, corkscrewing technical track overlooking the town of Aspen—from March 3-5, 2023. Premiere alpine racers will suit up, clip in, and compete against each other (and the clock) in men’s Super-G and Downhill, offering onlookers everything from speed-fueled upsets to fairytale endings, all adding new lore to Aspen’s strong ties in ski racing.
Throughout the weekend, local and global audiences will congregate in our soulful ski town for free outdoor concerts, events, ceremonies, and incredible skiing and riding across all four of our mountains.
Because for as long as skiing has existed in Aspen, so have ski races. We hope you’ll join us.
https://www.aspensnowmass.com/visit/events/aspen-world-cup

March 3, 2023
First Friday
–  Creative District Focus, Carbondale
Come Celebrate First Friday “Creative District Focus” in Carbondale!
Join us every month in the heart of Carbondale’s Creative District to enjoy a wide range of local arts, galleries, shopping, award-winning restaurants and spirits, and live music and entertainment.
First Friday, an entity of the Carbondale Chamber, is a family-friendly community celebration that takes place monthly in the heart of Carbondale’s Creative District. 
https://www.carbondale.com/first-friday/

March 3, 2023
First Friday! Art Groove, Estes Park
Get your Groove on and explore the local Galleries
Come out and do the Free tour from 5 – 8pm – see what’s happening in the Fine Art world here in Estes Park. Different locations will be serving food and refreshments, hosting artist meet & greets, demonstrations, show openings or hosting live music. Ride the FREE Estes Park Trolley to keep you warm between galleries. It promises to be a fun evening!!!
https://www.estesartsdistrict.org/first-friday.html

March 3 – 5, 2023
75th Annual Leadville Ski Joring & Crystal Carnival Weekend, Leadville
The is back in 2023 and promises to be an exciting event for the whole family. On March 4-5, 2023, visitors and locals alike will gather in historic downtown Leadville for two days of winter fun. Ski Joring is a centuries-old snow sport in which a skier is pulled by a horse and rider through a course of jumps. This exciting event will be free to watch. The Crystal Carnival will also be held throughout the weekend, featuring live music, a market street of local vendors, delicious food, and a beer garden. For more information on the Leadville Ski Joring & Crystal Carnival Weekend.
leadville skijoring.us.

March 3, 2023
18th Annual Backcountry Film Festival, Pagosa Springs
Presented by Winter Wildlands Alliance, the Backcountry Film Festival is a celebration of the human-powered experience and a gathering place for the backcountry snowsports community.  Funds raised at each screening stay in the local community 
https://visitpagosasprings.com/index.php?section=events&evtid=4199

March 3 2023
Grand Valley Race League 4, Powderhorn Mountain Resort
Powderhorn’s fourth race for the GVRC
https://www.powderhorn.com/events

March 3, 2023
Alpenglow Snowshoe + Charcuterie, Purgatory Resort
Take your aprés ski to new heights with a sunset snowshoe tour, appetizers, and libations at the Powderhouse. Meet at Guest Services at 3:00pm and enjoy a scenic chairlift ride up the mountain followed by a scenic snowshoe tour. Make a stop at the Powderhouse for a deliciously crafted snack before snowshoeing back down to the base area. 
https://www.purgatory.ski/event/alpenglow-snowshoe-charcuterie/all/

March 3, 2023
Balloon Glow, Purgatory Resort
Join us to watch the glow of hot air balloons as they light up the night! Guests can experience the Balloon Night Glow up close and personal. You’ll have the chance to take photos with the balloons. This is a great event for families!
https://www.purgatory.ski/event/balloon-glow/

March 3, 2023
March First Friday Rail Jam, Silverthorne
Join the Town of Silverthorne for the annual First Friday Rail Jam. Enjoy live music, live art and more as skiers and snowboards vie for a cash prize.
https://www.silverthorne.org/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/584/166?curm=3&cury=2023

March 3, 2023
WinterWonderGrass 2023, Steamboat Springs Resort
We aim to cultivate and nurture the relationship between nature, authentic music, and communal family, creating a vehicle for inspiration. When we come together with open hearts and open minds, bringing all of our differences and unique opinions, we begin to dissolve the illusion of separation from one another. Our intention is to create a platform for artists, vendors, attendees, and our planet to unite as one – connecting the community.
“WinterWonderGrass began in 2013 as a tiny, homegrown music festival in a parking lot in Edwards and is now returning for its seventh year in 2019 at its new home in Steamboat Springs, with sister festivals in Lake Tahoe, California, and Stratton, Vermont.The trifecta that founder Scotty Stoughton and his team have created over the past seven years is not only tremendously impressive but is also a blessing for bluegrass and string music fans across the nation.
https://winterwondergrass.com/steamboat/

March 3, 2023
Defiance Challenge! Sunlight Mountain Resort
Can you and your skiing or riding partner tackle 40 of Sunlight’s most difficult runs in 10 hours or less? Join for the Defiance Challenge to find out!
https://sunlightmtn.com/the-mountain/events-calendar

March 3 – 5, 2023
Women’s Weekend, Telluride
The Telluride Ski Resort will be hosting a women’s weekend camp, which is a no-frills weekend camp that will focus on ski improvement. It includes three days of expert instruction by leading women instructors, assessment of alignment and ski equipment and more. This weekend is intended for women 15 and up. 
https://www.telluride.com/event/womens-weekend/

March 4, 2023
Fun Fest, Beaver Creek Resort
Come down to the village core and try your hand at our carnival games. Have fun and take home some small souvenirs of your experience at Beaver Creek.
https://www.beavercreek.com/explore-the-resort/activities/beaver-creek-events.aspx?sd=02%2F16%2F2023&ed=05%2F31%2F2023

March 4 – 5, 2023
Special Olympics State Winter Games, Copper Mountain
Copper is beyond proud to be the official host resort for the annual Special Olympics State Winter Games. More than 200 athletes will participate in Giant Slolam/Slolam, Cross Country, and Snowshoe events.
https://www.coppercolorado.com/things-to-do/events/march-events/special-olympics-23

March 4, 2023
Full Moon Party, Dillon
Enjoy a night out on the lake, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and skating as we celebrate the full moon in Dillon. There will be a DJ and light refreshments. The Lake Loops will be lit with small lights until 7:30 p.m. but make sure to bring a headlamp. All activities will begin and end at the bottom of the launch ramp by the Dillon Marina. This event is free to the public, just remember to bring your own equipment. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed. 
https://www.townofdillon.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/7993/4

March 4, 2023
Whiskey Warm Up, Estes Park
Whiskey Warm Up returns in 2023 to celebrate our homegrown whiskey distilleries. Sip and sample the finest selections of Colorado whiskeys, listen to live music, peruse and purchase goods from area vendors, and delight in whiskey paired treats. There will be an opportunity at the conclusion of the event to purchase a bottle from your favorite distillery to enjoy at home.
The event is held outdoors at beautiful George Hix Riverside Plaza, so dress for the weather. This event has limited tickets and sells out quickly. Don’t miss this annual tradition of warming up from the inside out.
Free Event Shuttle will be available
Catch the free Whiskey Warm-Up shuttle connecting passengers to the event and stops at participating lodging sponsors. 
https://www.estesparkeventscomplex.com/whiskey-warm-up.html

March 4, 2023
Matt Milski Memorial Ski Race, Lake City
Matt Milski Memorial Ski Race at Lake City Ski Hill
https://businessdirectory.lakecity.com/events/Details/matt-milski-memorial-ski-race-780062?sourceTypeId=Website

March 4, 2023
Mineral Belt Mayhem – Winter Mountain Bike Series, Leadville
The Cloud City Wheeler’s Winter Mountain Bike Race Series returns with monthly events from January to April.
Start and finish on Harrison Ave. in front of Cycles of Life. Participants will travel clockwise around the 11.6 mile Mineral Belt Trail with a little singletrack thrown in for giggles.
https://www.leadvilletwinlakes.com/event/mineral-belt-mayhem-winter-mountain-bike-series/

March 4, 2023
2023 Colorado Cup Snowshoe Race, Leadville
The 2023 Colorado Cup Snowshoe Race at Colorado Mountain College will also serve as the 2023 Colorado High School Snowshoe Racing Championship. Youth racers from across the state will ascend to Colorado Mountain College Leadville to compete in the 5K championship. Racers that are in high school are eligible to compete for individual and team championships. The annual Colorado Cup Snowshoe 10K race will also take place concurrently.
The race course will feature spectacular trails for novice and experience snowshoe racers alike. Fly through the woods all while racing in the shadows of Colorado’s highest peaks, and follow in the footsteps of past championship racers from the storied snowshoe racing venue of Colorado Mountain College!
https://www.leadvilletwinlakes.com/event/colorado-cup-snowshoe-race/

March 4, 2023
Snowskate Rail Jam, Minturn
Hovland Snowskates is bringing back the Rail Jam! Save the Date for Saturday, March 4th.  There will be men’s and women’s categories in amateur and pro divisions.  There will also be vendor and sponsor tents, and free demos.  Registration will begin at 9am, and the contest is tentatively scheduled from 12-6pm.  The event will also feature live music and more
https://www.minturn.org/home/events/15641

March 4, 2023
Snowball Sweepstakes, Powderhorn Mountain Resort
Purchase a ticket in the Snowball Sweepstakes to support our local Rotary Club and get a chance to win a cash prize! On the day of the event, we’ll be rolling inflatable  “snowballs” down Wonderbump in a chaotic, bouncy race to the bottom! Wonderbump will be closed to skiers and boarders during the event. If your numbered ball reaches the bottom first, you win!
https://www.powderhorn.com/events

March 4, 2023
Snowcat Dining Excursion, Purgatory Resort
Enjoy a memorable evening with your loved ones while riding our enclosed snowcat to the Powderhouse, then savor a gourmet 5-course dinner, paired with beer or wine. Book your scenic dining experience today!
https://www.purgatory.ski/activities/snowcat-dining-excursions/

March 4, 2023
Uncle Clyde’s Run & Slide, Purgatory Resort
Get Ready for The Whackiest Race Ever In Durango! It’s on the Tubing Hill. Run Up… Tube Down. Repeat!
Most laps wins!
Oh, and it’s a relay race!
Team up with your best buddy for this tag-team style race. We will have male, female, and coed divisions for adult teams, as well as race categories for kids and parent/child teams. Teams must consist of two people in order to compete, but we will also allow three-person teams (like mom plus two kids) if you are just out for fun, not prizes and glory.
https://www.purgatory.ski/event/uncle-clydes-run-slide/

March 4, 2023
IFSA Big Mountain Competition, Winter Park Resort
The International Freeskiers & Snowboarders Association is holding their Big Mountain competition at Winter Park Resort. The event will be held at The Cirque and/or The Chutes, Winter Park’s most extreme double-black diamond terrain. Each day will host approximately 100 athletes competing to see who has what it takes to not only conquer the Big Mountain terrain, but to do so in style.
https://www.winterparkresort.com/things-to-do/events/ifsa-big-mountain-competition

March 4, 2023
Moonlit Uphill, Winter Park Resort
What we’ll do.
For those looking to venture out under the stars these Uphill Events are calling your name! One of our event guides will get you set up with all the gear you need to power up the mountain under the light of the moon and stars. Don’t worry – we’ll make sure you get a headlamp for the cruise back down to the Winter Park base! Intermediate skiing ability required.
https://www.winterparkresort.com/things-to-do/events/moonlit-uphill-event-jan-7

March 5, 2023
Rat Bike Face! Sunlight Mountain Resort

Calling all Fat Tire Fanatics! Come out and race in the morning and then ski the day away with a ridiculously cheap lift ticket.
https://sunlightmtn.com/the-mountain/events-calendar

March 6, 2023
STARS Mountain Challenge, Steamboat Springs

The STARS Mountain Challenge is a community celebration that allows STARS to offer life-changing programs that promote independence, self-esteem, and a healthy lifestyle for people with disabilities. At the STARS Mountain Challenge, we embrace inclusiveness and what we can do, not what we can’t do. We celebrate the ‘power of possible’, the freedom of independence, and the exhilaration that comes from recreating outside! All registered ‘Full-Challenge’ and ‘Mini-Challenge’ participants will be entered in drawing to win a pair of custom  Grass Sticks® ski poles!*
https://www.steamboatchamber.com/event/10th-annual-stars-mountain-challenge/6412/

March 6, 2023
Wolf Creek Ski Area Fun Races, Wolf Creek Ski Area
Wolf Creek Ski Area hosts a number of “Fun Races” throughout the ski season. These races are free and open to skiers and boarders of all ages and abilities with a dual race format.
These races are for men and women, boys and girls, with 14 different age brackets, (28 total), starting at age 3 and going up to 70 and over. Registration is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Raven’s Grill at the top of the Raven Lift. Each skier is assigned a number, which should be visible when racing on the course. Skiers/Boarders can also sign up on the top of the course after 11:15 a.m.. The course closes around 1:00 p.m. depending on the number of participants. The course is set up in a modified giant slalom with a dual format, one red and one blue course. Racers take one run on each course and use their fastest time to qualify in their age and gender brackets. The fastest times in each age/gender bracket receive 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Awards are presented at 3:30 p.m. on the Sundeck of the Upper Lodge. Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals are presented accordingly. Each skier/boarder, who raced, will have their times recorded to see how he or she has placed in his/her age bracket.
https://wolfcreekski.com/wolfcreek-races/

March 7, 2023
Sustainable Film Series: Reflection: A Walk With Water, Eagle
The Sustainable Film Serie raises awareness and encourages community dialogue about environmental issues afflicting our world through award-winning independent featured films.
Taking a several-hundred-mile trek on foot along the Los Angeles Aqueduct, filmmaker Emmett Brennan joins activists on a mission to raise awareness about California’s water crisis. Beyond the toll the Los Angeles Aqueduct has taken on the land, California’s misuse of water has caused water shortages, released toxic dust particles into the air, and left many areas vulnerable to wildfires.
https://www.walkingmountains.org/programs/the-sustainable-film-series/

March 7 – 10, 2023
Rocky Central U16 Junior Championships, Winter Park Resort
The Rocky/Central U16 Junior Championships are open to all qualified U16 Rocky Mountain Division and Central competitors and will be held in Winter Park, CO March 7-10, 2023. All events, Downhill, Super-G, Alpine Combined, Giant Slalom, Slalom, will be USSA point scored.
The Rocky/Central U16 Junior Championships is the premier Alpine event of the season. Alpine racers from 19 states, in the toughest region, will be duking it out to get their chance for the podium. Those who do stand on the podium for this event may end up at the next winter Olympics, so be sure to check out the races as you soar overhead on the Gondola or enjoy the deck at Coffee & Tea Market.
SCHEDULE:
March 7- Downhill Race
March 8 -Super G
March 9 – GS Race
March 10 – SL Race
https://www.winterparkresort.com/things-to-do/events/rocky-central-u16-junior-championships-dh-race

March 8, 2023
Bubble Gum Ski Race Series– Dual Slalom, Frisco
Enjoy some friendly competition among family and friends of all ages and abilities at the 9th Annual Bubble Gum Race Series on six Wednesdays in February and March at the Frisco Adventure Park.
From the “never ever” to seasoned racer, all levels are encouraged to compete in this free non-competitive, community race series. Racers will have the chance to race the course multiple times and racers will not be timed, but instead participants will be given pieces of bubble gum which they will keep or give away based on their race finishes. The racer who has the most bubble gum at the end of the races wins.
https://www.townoffrisco.com/event/frisco-adventure-park-events/bubble-gum-ski-race-series/

March 8, 2023
BrewSki, Frisco
What is BrewSki?
1. It is a beer festival on skis at the Frisco Nordic Center.
2. Where you throw on a costume.
3. Stop at beer tasting tents along the trail to sample beers from Colorado breweries.
4. Win prizes for the best costumes.
5. End with more beer tastings and music at the after party.
It’s that easy.
https://www.townoffrisco.com/event/nordic-center-events/brewski/

March 9 – 11, 2023
Green Is the New Black Fashion Show, Carbondale
Green Is the New Black is an alluring, dynamic show featuring both local and regional designers and models, dancers and performers with multimedia storytelling. Transforming the Carbondale Rec Center into a glitzy fashion house, this event sells out annually with 600+ tickets sold per night. It’s not to be missed!
https://www.carbondalearts.com/fashion-show

March 10 – 12, 2023
Subaru WinterFest, Copper Ski Resort
Subaru and Copper Mountain are thrilled to welcome back Subaru WinterFest, a one-of-a-kind music and mountain lifestyle tour that invites friends, family, skiers, snowboarders, music fans, and dog-lovers alike to bask in their love of winter and adventure! Come enjoy live music, Subaru swag, the latest in adventure gear, free snacks and beverages, activities for your pup and amazing daily giveaways!
https://www.coppercolorado.com/things-to-do/events/march-events/subaru-winterfest

March 10, 2023
Artwalk on Broadway – Murder on Broadway*, Eagle
*Special March 2023 ARTwalk – Wanted Dead or Alive – The Murderer of Don Dealin! Sheriff Lone Stranger needs your help interviewing suspects and looking for clues!
Presented by EagleARTS, ARTSPaCE workshop+gallery with funding from the Town of Eagle, Colorado Creative Industries, the National Endowment for the Arts and our downtown business community, generous sponsors, and donors like you!
Join us on the 2nd Friday of every month for ARTwalk. In select months, we will close down Broadway Street to vehicular traffic for a street festival featuring local artists, businesses, and food trucks. Other months will feature our charming galleries, shops, and restaurants offering art exhibitions, live music, sales, and specials for a fun evening out on Broadway Street in Historic Downtown Eagle! (5pm-8pm)
https://eagleoutside.com/events-calendar/

March 10,2023
Distilled Series: Liquids And Leathers, Keystone Resort
A do-it-yourself leather project paired perfectly with a sampling of spirits. Doors at 6PM.
https://www.keystoneresort.com/explore-the-resort/activities-and-events/event-detail.aspx?id={162e517a-26e2-4b5d-a23f-92cca4938e27}&sd=03%2F01%2F2023&ed=05%2F31%2F2023

March 10, 2023
Alpenglow Snowshoe + Charcuterie, Purgatory Resort
Take your aprés ski to new heights with a sunset snowshoe tour, appetizers, and libations at the Powderhouse. Meet at Guest Services at 3:00pm and enjoy a scenic chairlift ride up the mountain followed by a scenic snowshoe tour. Make a stop at the Powderhouse for a deliciously crafted snack before snowshoeing back down to the base area. 
https://www.purgatory.ski/event/alpenglow-snowshoe-charcuterie/all/

March 11, 2023
Second Saturday, Breckenridge
Explore the Arts District campus on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 1pm. Start your adventure at Old Masonic Hall and set off on a creative journey.
https://www.breckcreate.org/special-events/second-saturdays/

March 11, 2023
Moonlight Dinner Series #4: A Night in Southern France, Arapahoe Basin
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Black Mountain Lodge
Our Moonlight Dinner series welcomes you to ski, snowshoe, or ride the lift under the stars to our mid-mountain lodge for a chef-prepared meal that will transport your taste buds to another part of the world.
Join us March 11th for a night in Southern France.
Reservations are required. This will sell out quickly; our Moonlight Dinners are some of our most popular events. 
Check-in takes place between 6:00 and 6:30 p.m. that evening in Guest Services. The 6th Alley Bar & Grill will be open for cocktails prior to the chairlift turning at 6:45 p.m. 
Cancellation of this event may occur, prior to it going on sale, due to staffing or supply shortages. Thank you for your understanding. 
https://www.arapahoebasin.com/event/moonlight-dinner-southern-france/

March 11, 2023
Fun Fest, Beaver Creek Resort
Come down to the village core and try your hand at our carnival games. Have fun and take home some small souvenirs of your experience at Beaver Creek.
https://www.beavercreek.com/explore-the-resort/activities/event-detail.aspx?id={874e9d44-0a6e-49f8-aa82-8f508bc32847}&sd=02%2F16%2F2023&ed=05%2F31%2F2023

March 11, 2023
Second Saturday, Breckenridge
Explore the Arts District campus on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 1pm. Start your adventure at Old Masonic Hall and set off on a creative journey.
https://www.breckcreate.org/special-events/second-saturdays/

March 11 – 12, 2023
USASA Giant Slalom, Purgatory Resort
March 11 @ 9:00 am – March 12 @ 4:00 pm
Competitors race to see who’s the fastest down the giant slalom course while testing their technical skills at navigating the course gates.
This race is part of The United States of America Snowboard and Freeski Association’sw (USASA) Southwest Colorado competition series. The USASA is a California based non-profit organization that is represented by 32 regional series across the USA. The USASA hosts 500+ Snowboard and Freeski events annually at approximately 120 ski resorts in the U.S. The USASA is the first step in the Olympic pipeline for snowboarding and freeskiing.
https://www.purgatory.ski/event/usasa-giant-slalom/2023-03-11/

March 11, 2023
Cardboard Derby, Purgatory Resort
The McDonald’s Cardboard Derby at Purgatory Resort is a classic winter competition you won’t want to miss! Build your derby racer out of cardboard and duct tape only, and pilot it down the slopes during one of the most fun days on the mountain!
https://www.purgatory.ski/event/cardboard-derby/

March 11, 2023
Hollywood Huckfest, Purgatory Resort
Get ready for big air, prizes, and ultimate glory!  The Huckfest is a “slopestyle-freeride” event, with kickers above the cliff faces on the “Hollywood” expert terrain of the Catharsis run. Each athlete gets two runs and will be judged on air, tricks, cleanness of landing and riding technique.
Open to skiers and riders ages 10 and up.
https://www.purgatory.ski/event/17316/

March 11, 2023
Mountainfilm on Tour, Salida
Mountainfilm on Tour brings a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and incredibly inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival in Telluride, Colorado. The tour will visit Salida at the Steamplant Event Center on March 11 at 7pm with films that explore themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission of using the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world.
https://buenavistacolorado.org/events/mountainfilm-on-tour-upper-arkansas-valley/

March 12, 2023
Terrain Park Party, Powderhorn Mountain Resort
Jibs, jams, spins, and stalls – we’re ready to see your best moves! Whether you’re a die-hard weekend warrior or just getting comfortable in the park, you’re invited to join us for this event. Have fun, be safe, and cheer on your fellow park rats!
https://www.powderhorn.com/events

March 12, 2023
USASA Giant Slalom, Purgatory Resort
Competitors race to see who’s the fastest down the giant slalom course while testing their technical skills at navigating the course gates.
This race is part of The United States of America Snowboard and Freeski Association’s (USASA) Southwest Colorado competition series. The USASA is a California based non-profit organization that is represented by 32 regional series across the USA. The USASA hosts 500+ Snowboard and Freeski events annually at approximately 120 ski resorts in the U.S. The USASA is the first step in the Olympic pipeline for snowboarding and freeskiing.
https://www.purgatory.ski/event/usasa-giant-slalom/2023-03-12/

March 13, 2023
A Day For Jake, Powderhorn Mountain Resort
Jake Burton Carpenter was a snowboarding pioneer, innovator, and philanthropist who forever changed the sport of snowboarding. We’re participating in the global Day for Jake initiative to remember and honor his dream, perseverance, and generosity.
“Together we open our hearts to carry Jake’s spirit forward; to share our love for standing sideways, and to make every moment count.”
Call up your buddies, make your own J-A-K-E armband, and join us on the mountain for a very special celebration.
https://www.powderhorn.com/events

March 13, 2023
STARS Mountain Challenge, Steamboat Springs
The STARS Mountain Challenge is a community celebration that allows STARS to offer life-changing programs that promote independence, self-esteem, and a healthy lifestyle for people with disabilities. At the STARS Mountain Challenge, we embrace inclusiveness and what we can do, not what we can’t do. We celebrate the ‘power of possible’, the freedom of independence, and the exhilaration that comes from recreating outside! All registered ‘Full-Challenge’ and ‘Mini-Challenge’ participants will be entered in drawing to win a pair of custom  Grass Sticks® ski poles!*
https://www.steamboatchamber.com/event/10th-annual-stars-mountain-challenge/6412/

March 13, 2023
Spring Fling Race, Wolf Creek Ski Area
Wolf Creek Ski Area hosts a number of “Fun Races” throughout the ski season. These races are free and open to skiers and boarders of all ages and abilities with a dual race format.
These races are for men and women, boys and girls, with 14 different age brackets, (28 total), starting at age 3 and going up to 70 and over. Registration is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Raven’s Grill at the top of the Raven Lift. Each skier is assigned a number, which should be visible when racing on the course. Skiers/Boarders can also sign up on the top of the course after 11:15 a.m.. The course closes around 1:00 p.m. depending on the number of participants. The course is set up in a modified giant slalom with a dual format, one red and one blue course. Racers take one run on each course and use their fastest time to qualify in their age and gender brackets. The fastest times in each age/gender bracket receive 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Awards are presented at 3:30 p.m. on the Sundeck of the Upper Lodge. Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals are presented accordingly. Each skier/boarder, who raced, will have their times recorded to see how he or she has placed in his/her age bracket.
https://wolfcreekski.com/wolfcreek-races/

March 14, 2023
Skidola, Telluride
The Skidola is an uphill race, using the same Rundola course, starting from the base of the gondola in Telluride, finishing at the top of the ridge that parallels the gondola. Racers gain 1,810 feet of elevation anyway they can ski or snowshoe on snow. The Skidola benefits the PI Avalanche Education Fund at the Mountain Club and is open to anyone who wants to take on the physical challenge.
https://www.telluride.com/event/skidola/

March 15, 2023
Bubble Gum Ski Race Series– Nordic, Frisco
Enjoy some friendly competition among family and friends of all ages and abilities at the 9th Annual Bubble Gum Race Series on six Wednesdays in February and March at the Frisco Adventure Park.
From the “never ever” to seasoned racer, all levels are encouraged to compete in this free non-competitive, community race series. Racers will have the chance to race the course multiple times and racers will not be timed, but instead participants will be given pieces of bubble gum which they will keep or give away based on their race finishes. The racer who has the most bubble gum at the end of the races wins.
https://www.townoffrisco.com/event/frisco-adventure-park-events/bubble-gum-ski-race-series/

March 15, 2023
Wolfwood Refuge Wolves Visit Purgatory
Meet ambassador wolves from WolfWood Refuge when they visit the Purgatory Village Plaza. Volunteers will offer an educational talk at 12:30 and will be on hand to answer questions all day. Photos are allowed and unique WolfWood merchandise will be available with 100% benefiting the refuge.
https://www.purgatory.ski/event/wolfwood-refuge-wolves-visit-purgatory/

March 25, 2023
Trees & Steeps, Winter Park Resort
Want to explore the trees of Mary Jane and Eagle Wind? Looking to take on the steep terrain in the Cirque? Learn to ski or ride the mountain with confidence from our expert instructors during this one-day clinic focused on trees and steeps.
https://www.winterparkresort.com/things-to-do/events/trees-steeps-march-25

March 26, 2023
2023 Beaver Creek Snowshoe Race Series, Beaver Creek Resort
Challenge yourself to a race like no other! The Beaver Creek Running Series: Snowshoe Edition draws first-time snowshoers, world class snowshoe athletes, and everyone in between with a series of courses that highlight the sparkling beauty of Beaver Creek in winter. Join for a single race or the entire series with the 10K course or the 5K course.
Races are Sundays, January 22nd, February 12th and March 26th. Check-in will be between 8:30AM. and 9:30AM and the race will start promptly at 10:00AM. Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female athletes overall. All athletes will be entered into the raffle at the post-party where you will also receive a post-race meal.
Whether you’re running for a medal or for fun, come out and enjoy the beauty of snowshoeing through an incredible setting.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-beaver-creek-snowshoe-race-series-tickets-490829613587

March 27, 2023
Wolf Creek Ski Area Fun Races, Wolf Creek Ski Area
Wolf Creek Ski Area hosts a number of “Fun Races” throughout the ski season. These races are free and open to skiers and boarders of all ages and abilities with a dual race format.
These races are for men and women, boys and girls, with 14 different age brackets, (28 total), starting at age 3 and going up to 70 and over. Registration is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Raven’s Grill at the top of the Raven Lift. Each skier is assigned a number, which should be visible when racing on the course. Skiers/Boarders can also sign up on the top of the course after 11:15 a.m.. The course closes around 1:00 p.m. depending on the number of participants. The course is set up in a modified giant slalom with a dual format, one red and one blue course. Racers take one run on each course and use their fastest time to qualify in their age and gender brackets. The fastest times in each age/gender bracket receive 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Awards are presented at 3:30 p.m. on the Sundeck of the Upper Lodge. Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals are presented accordingly. Each skier/boarder, who raced, will have their times recorded to see how he or she has placed in his/her age bracket.
https://wolfcreekski.com/wolfcreek-races/

March 29, 2023
Bubble Gum Ski Race Series – Finale, Frisco
Enjoy some friendly competition among family and friends of all ages and abilities at the 9th Annual Bubble Gum Race Series on six Wednesdays in February and March at the Frisco Adventure Park.
From the “never ever” to seasoned racer, all levels are encouraged to compete in this free non-competitive, community race series. Racers will have the chance to race the course multiple times and racers will not be timed, but instead participants will be given pieces of bubble gum which they will keep or give away based on their race finishes. The racer who has the most bubble gum at the end of the races wins.
https://www.townoffrisco.com/event/frisco-adventure-park-events/bubble-gum-ski-race-series/

Friday, March 31, 2023
Supper Club: Italian Night, Arapahoe Basin
Join us this season for the return of our famous Supper Club Series!
Enjoy special, one-night-only theme dinners prepared by A-Basin’s award-winning chefs, and pair your meals with our famous bloody Mary, local draft beers, or specialty cocktails. Bring your friends and family, and enjoy warm summer nights with stunning mountain views.  
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: 6th Alley Bar and Grill
https://www.arapahoebasin.com/event/supper-club-23-italian/

March 31 – April 6, 2023
USASA Snowboard National Championships, Copper Mountain
From March 31 – April 12, Copper Mountain Resort is proud to host the United States of America Snowboard and Freeski Association (USASA) National Championships. Almost 2,000 ski and snowboard athletes are set to descend onto the resort for 12 days to compete in disciplines such as GS, SL, slopestyle, boarder/ski cross, halfpipe and rail jam. USASA is a non-profit grassroots organization with 32 regional divisions nationwide. Each of these divisions support athletes of all ages and abilities in local and regional competitions. These events are held in order to not only garner points to qualify for the National Championships but build life skills meant to last. USASA strives to provide a platform for athletes to progress competitively in an environment that’s encouraging and fun.  
Woodward and Copper’s ongoing commitment to empower and inspire youth through sports, community, and culture is demonstrated as 1500+ snowboard and freeski athletes from across the U.S. come together to compete in the winter season finale 
https://www.coppercolorado.com/things-to-do/events/march-events/usasa-snowboard-national-championship-23

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