Kirkwood Signature Events

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The challenging nature of Kirkwood’s upper mountain and the competitive spirit that lives within the valley makes the ideal environment for exciting, cutting-edge events that can only happen in such an arena. From big-mountain freeskiing and freeriding to natural-terrain slopestyle contests, to backcountry clinics and women-only skills camps, Kirkwood events are some of the most exciting and unique winter happenings anywhere in the world.

In the summer, the deep snowpack transforms into wildflower-filled meadows, scenic trails and thrilling single tracks. A multitude of activities, races and weekend festivals draw hundreds of outdoor families and competitors to Kirkwood.

Whatever of the season, you’ll find that Kirkwood is never short on outdoor excitement. Check the events calendar today and don’t miss out on the exciting events at Kirkwood.

Rahlves Red Bull Banzai Tour

February 16-17, 2013

Local, regional and national superstars converge for the Kirkwood leg of the Banzai Tour. Olympic downhiller Daron Rahlves plays creator, competitor and host in this thrilling, mass start, all-mountain race where nearly anything can happen. Skiers and snowboarders ride it out in multiple heats, competing for cash and glory.

Subaru Freeskiing World Tour — North American Championship

February 27 - March 7, 2013

The tour returns for 2013! Watch the daredevil action from Devil’s Corral as some of the world’s best all-mountain skiers take on the ample snow and forbidden cliffs and chutes of Kirkwood’s Cirque. This popular week-long spectator event consists of four days of qualification and exciting competition, along with two built-in weather days.

The Twisted Sisters

March 23-24, 2013

Kirkwood, 4Front and the High Fives Foundation bring you this unique “Natural Slopestyle” competition, named for the famous Sisters chutes. The region’s best amateur and pro skiing talent take flight from Kirkwood’s exceptional natural features—it’s big thrills for competitors and spectators in this annual favorite event.

Kirkwood’s Legendary Banked Slalom

April 13-14, 2013

It’s spring tradition; a day of camaraderie, competition and all-out fun. Skiers, boarders and snowskaters navigate the giant slalom course set within the walls of Kirkwood’s Snowsnake Gully, banking turn after turn until being spit out at the bottom for a time. Competitors ages 5 and up take two runs with awards for each category.

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