Copper Mountain spring events include racing, live music, Sunsation and a new addition to the pond skim
Copper Mountain Resort/Courtesy photo
Somehow, it’s already spring in Colorado’s mountains and Copper Mountain Resort has a long lineup of events for every type of skier, rider or apres enjoyer.
Red Bull Party Line – March 14
This event will debut on Saturday, March 14, as racers will battle head-to-head on a downhill pump track at the top of American Eagle lift. Competitor registration is full, but spectators are encouraged to check out the fast-paced racing style.
Aerie Sunset Ski – March 15 and 21
After-hours skiing returns to Copper on two evenings this March. Guests will have access to terrain off the American Eagle and Excelerator lifts from 4-7 p.m. on March 15 and 21. Each ticket includes a complimentary drink as well as appetizers, entrees and desserts served inside the Aeria. Brendan O’Hara will play live music at the lodge on both evenings.
Tickets can be found at CopperColorado.com.
Mammut Uphill Race Series finale – April 11
The three-part uphill race series wraps up on April 11 with the Grind Finale. Top male and female competitors in each division (SkiMo, HeavyMetal and Split Board) will receive a Mammut 28-liter touring bag and additional prizes for second and third place.
Uphill skiers of all abilities are welcome.
Peace Out in Central Park – April 18
Peace Out in Central Park is a celebration of Copper’s Peace Park terrain. Professional snowboarder Danny Davis will be giving riders a chance to shred, showcase their skills, and earn part of the $3,000 on cash he will hand out.
There will also be free hot dogs and Mountain Dew as well as prizes from Skullcandy and Mountain Dew.
Sunsation – April 25-26
The signature spring celebration returns to Eagle’s Landing with free live music, giveaways and more festivities. The Record Company, a blues rock band, performs Saturday, while Don Fuego will entertain with a DJ set from 3-5 p.m. Sunday.
Pond Skim – April 26
A spring pond skim never gets old, but what’s new at this revamped event is the Skimmy Dippers team event. Teammates will drop in side-by-side on the pond skim course with each pond having rail and jump features. Teams will be judged on style, technique, creativity and difficulty.
The winners earn two Copper season passes for the 2026-27 season, with other prizes for second and third place. Additionally, awards will go to teams with the Best Costume and Best Trick.
Registration goes live Friday, March 13 at CopperColorado.com. There will be no day-of registration.
Bubly Tubing Spindig
Take tubing fun to the next level with a DJ and giveaways on March 13 and 21.
Show your tubing hill receipt at JJ’s in East Village for a free alcoholic or non-alcoholic mixed drink on bubly from 2-5 p.m.
Copper Live concert series
Free performances at Eagle’s Landing continue March 14 with Sqwerv and April 18 with Graham Good & The Painters.
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