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Crystal Mountain ~ Mardi Gras on the Mountain ~ March 7, 2026
Boyne Mountain ~ Adgate Trophy Race ~ February 15, 2025
[ February 15, 2025; ] The Adgate Trophy race is hosted by Boyne's Ambassador of skiing, former Olympian, US National Champion, and 2009 US Ski Hall of Fame inductee, Cary Adgate.
Crystal Mountain ~ Mardi Gras on the Mountain ~ March 7, 2026
[ March 7, 2026; ] Let the good times roll at Crystal Mountain this Mardi Gras Weekend! Dress in your favorite purple, green and gold! Skiers and boarders in FULL COSTUME receive $10 off their open-to-close lift ticket (valid Saturday, March 5, 2016 only). Discount only available at ticket window.
Caberfae Peaks Gold Cup Super G – March 8, 2026
[ March 8, 2026; ]
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 [...]
Caberfae Peaks ~ Jim Wickham Memorial Race ~ March 14, 2026
[ March 14, 2026; ]
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 [...]
Crystal Mountain ~ Spring Carnival ~ March 14, 2026
[ March 14, 2026; ] Get ready for a fun filled Saturday with events and activities for the whole family to enjoy!
Caberfae Peaks – Earl Huckle Memorial Race – March 15, 2026
[ 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 [...]
Caberfae Peaks – SPRING CARNIVAL – March 21, 2026
[ March 21, 2026; ] Saturday, March 21, is our annual SPRING CARNIVAL. We’ll have music on the slopes, the Snow Bar & Grill will be open, a Rail Jam, Costume Parade and everyone’s favorite: the Big Air Contest! Come out and be a part of the best day of the year and don’t forget your costume.
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News From MSIA – Michigan Snowsports Industry Association
MSIA – Cold is Cool – 4th and 5th Graders Ski Free with our NEW App!
4th and 5th Graders Ski ALL WINTER LONG with our App!
MSIA Cold is Cool Passport allows Fourth and Fifth Graders to Ski All Winter Long in Michigan! Families can obtain a Cold is Cool Ski & Ride Passport App for their 4th and/or 5th graders that gives them up to three free lift tickets or [...]
MSIA ~ Discover Michigan Skiing ~ January
[ January 2, 2021 to January 31, 2021. ]
Want to learn to ski or snowboard? Everyone 7 years and older – even adults – can during January, Discover Michigan Skiing Month!
Note! We are working on the Discover Michigan Skiing program for January, 2024 and will have updates on this page soon!
Ski areas across the state team up with Michigan McDonald’s restaurants to offer [...]
White Gold Card – Michigan Snowsports Industries Association makes it possible to ski at 33 areas for just $349
The MSIA White Gold Card entitles the purchaser to ski one time at each of the participating ski areas during the 2023/2024 ski season. In addition to the lift tickets, White Gold Card purchasers also receive one complimentary ski or snowboard tune-up, 3 hot wax sessions and a coupon for $20 off a purchase of [...]
MSIA – Take a Field Trip to the Slopes with School Ski Days
According to the Let’s Move campaign, kids need at least 60 minutes of active and vigorous play each day to stay healthy. Michigan Snowsports Industries Association invites all schools to take a field trip to their nearby ski area for a special experiential learning program and lots of fun outside this winter. A field trip [...]
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FROM Porcupine Mountains Winter Sports Complex >> Spring is in the air, but ski season isn’t over yet at the Porkies! 🌞⛷️
The days are getting longer, the sun is shining, and the turns are still sweet. We’re keeping the lift spinning as long as the snow holds—so grab your crew, throw on those sunglasses, and come enjoy some classic spring skiing.
Soft snow, bluebird skies, and good vibes all around. Let’s make the most of every last run! 🌨️ #porkies #SkiMichigan
FROM Snow Snake Ski and Golf >> And just like that, our winter season comes to an end. Thank you to everyone who visited! We had a great time sharing the slopes with you. Be on the lookout in October for season passes going on sale and enrollment opening for all of our great ski and snowboard programs.
If you are someone who puts away their skis and pulls out golf clubs, we will see you sooner than later!
snowsnake.net/ #snowsnake #SkiMichigan
FROM Mt Holly Ski Resort >> BEACH DAY is back! Sunday, March 8th, Mt. Holly is bringing the tropical vibes to the snow slopes 😎
Weather & Conditions Permitting. Details TBA. #mtholly #SkiMichiganBEACH DAY is back! Sunday, March 8th, Mt. Holly is bringing the tropical vibes to the snow slopes 😎
Weather & Conditions Permitting. Details TBA.
FROM Boyne Mountain Resort >> This weekend's agenda: packed with can't-miss moments 🔥
Snowshoe Fondue's LAST CALL for the season is this Saturday... don't sleep on it. DJ PRIM brings Orange You Glad It's Après energy to Iglu. International Women's Day goes down Sunday. Locals still getting love midweek. Live entertainment rolling resort-wide. Plus slopes are dialed in and next week's forecast is loaded. ❄️
March came to play. #BigMountainEnergy #boynemountain #SkiMichigan
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> We will be closed starting Saturday March 7th until the warms temps and rain ends. Looks like temps drop on Wednesday and some possibility of snow. We will reassess the trails at that time and decide when we can open again. We have a lot of base on the the trails and fully expect most of it to survive.
Founders day is this Saturday. We will have hot dogs, black bean burgers, drinks and some sides. We usually do a potluck if you want to bring something to share. $10 trail fees for the remainder of the season. #forbush #SkiMichigan
FROM Marquette Mountain >> 🌧️ Operations Update: Saturday Closure + A HUGE Sunday Ahead! ☀️
Mother Nature is sending us some heavy rain tonight and tomorrow, so Marquette Mountain will be CLOSED tomorrow (Saturday, March 7th). Because of this, tomorrow's World Telemark Day MeetUp and Day 1 of the Hornbogen Memorial Race are officially on pause. We know it’s a bummer to miss a Saturday on the slopes, but safety and snow preservation come first!
🎉 The Good News: Sunday is Going to be EPIC!
We aren't letting the rain ruin our weekend. The forecast for Sunday, March 8th is looking sunny and spectacular, so we are packing all the action into one massive day of spring skiing and après vibes!
Here is what’s going down this Sunday:
🏁 The Hornbogen Memorial Race: All events have been moved to Sunday! The lineup kicks off with the Downhill at 9 AM. Come out for the coolest race in the Midwest!
🎿 Telemark MeetUp: Calling all free-heelers! Join us for a sunny day of camaraderie and dropping the knee. (And hey, why not jump in and compete in the Hornbogen while you're at it?)
🏂 Demo Day: The Compound will be set up at the base of Snowfield. Come test out some fresh gear from 9 AM to 3 PM!
🍔 Outdoor Bar & Grill: Opens at 11 AM right outside the Tbar. Grab a drink, get some food, and soak up the sun.
🎸 Live Music: Noah Bauer takes the stage at 3 PM to keep the après-ski energy high!
Stay dry tomorrow, rest up those legs, and we will see you Sunday for a bluebird day of racing, riding, and good times at the Mountain! 🏔️☀️
Race event info:
Snowfield Chair opens at 8:30 AM to accommodate the Downhill. There will be periodic closures across the mountain for race events, yet the mountain remains open to all guests.
Uphill Access:
‼️ Please note, there is no uphill access on Saturday, March 7th. The mountain, Mountain Shop, and Tbar are closed and there will be no staff or Ski Patrol onsite. ‼️ #marquettemountain #SkiMichigan🌧️ Operations Update: Saturday Closure + A HUGE Sunday Ahead! ☀️
Mother Nature is sending us some heavy rain tonight and tomorrow, so Marquette Mountain will be CLOSED tomorrow (Saturday, March 7th). Because of this, tomorrow's World Telemark Day MeetUp and Day 1 of the Hornbogen Memorial Race are officially on pause. We know it’s a bummer to miss a Saturday on the slopes, but safety and snow preservation come first!
🎉 The Good News: Sunday is Going to be EPIC!
We aren't letting the rain ruin our weekend. The forecast for Sunday, March 8th is looking sunny and spectacular, so we are packing all the action into one massive day of spring skiing and après vibes!
Here is what’s going down this Sunday:
🏁 The Hornbogen Memorial Race: All events have been moved to Sunday! The lineup kicks off with the Downhill at 9 AM. Come out for the coolest race in the Midwest!
🎿 Telemark MeetUp: Calling all free-heelers! Join us for a sunny day of camaraderie and dropping the knee. (And hey, why not jump in and compete in the Hornbogen while you're at it?)
🏂 Demo Day: The Compound will be set up at the base of Snowfield. Come test out some fresh gear from 9 AM to 3 PM!
🍔 Outdoor Bar & Grill: Opens at 11 AM right outside the Tbar. Grab a drink, get some food, and soak up the sun.
🎸 Live Music: Noah Bauer takes the stage at 3 PM to keep the après-ski energy high!
Stay dry tomorrow, rest up those legs, and we will see you Sunday for a bluebird day of racing, riding, and good times at the Mountain! 🏔️☀️
Race event info:
Snowfield Chair opens at 8:30 AM to accommodate the Downhill. There will be periodic closures across the mountain for race events, yet the mountain remains open to all guests.
Uphill Access:
‼️ Please note, there is no uphill access on Saturday, March 7th. The mountain, Mountain Shop, and Tbar are closed and there will be no staff or Ski Patrol onsite. ‼️
FROM Mt Brighton >> Happy Friday Mt. Brighton Crew, a few weekend updates for you.
Join us this evening from 3pm - 10pm, and get in those turns, jumps, and apres before the end of the season. ⛷️🏂
☔️ Tomorrow, Saturday March 7 we'll be closed due to incoming storms.
We plan to reopen Sunday, March 8 for our annual Slush Cup 🏆 and the last day of the 2025/26 season.
We'd love to see out on the slopes, there's still a little more winter at Mt. Brighton! 🏔️ #mtbrighton #SkiMichiganHappy Friday Mt. Brighton Crew, a few weekend updates for you.
⛈️ The storms came earlier than expected and we’ve spotted lightning. We are pausing operations for the rest of the evening.
☔️ Tomorrow, Saturday March 7 we'll be closed due to incoming storms.
We plan to reopen Sunday, March 8 for our annual Slush Cup 🏆 and the last day of the 2025/26 season.
We'd love to see out on the slopes, there's still a little more winter at Mt. Brighton! 🏔️
FROM Crystal Mountain >> Coming Up At Crystal: March at the Mountain!
March 7: Mardi Gras ⚜️
March 14: Spring Carnival 😎
March 21: Celts & Kayaks ☘️
March 28: Retro Day 🪩 #crystalmountain #SkiMichigan
FROM Crystal Mountain >> The weekend is waiting for you... 🌤️❄ #crystalmountain #snowphotos #crystalmountainsnow #SkiMichiganThe weekend is waiting for you... 🌤️❄
FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> Friday the 6th of March and our trails are doing a good job hanging in there during this warm up. Yes The Taste and Glide is happening on Saturday starting at 11 am. We are optimistic that the weather will cooperate. So please come out and support the Friends of VS. The lodge will be a happening place with the great menu and music by Chris Valenti. The lodge is open today. #valleyspur #SkiMichigan
FROM The Highlands >> ❄️ 2026-27 Season Passes are on sale now! Lock in the best price before March 19! #thehighlands #seasonpasses #SkiMichigan
Season Pass Options – Maximize Your Snow Days
www.highlandsharborsprings.com
One pass, and you have the magic ticket to the combined excitement of The Highlands and Boyne Mountain. Choose your pass, then add on all the experiences your heart desires.FROM Shanty Creek Resorts >> Slush Cup | March 7
Visit the link below for details 🔗
www.shantycreek.com/event/slush-cup/ #shantycreek #SkiMichigan
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