March + April 2026
Spring is one of the BEST times to hit the slopes in Vermont—longer days, softer snow, costumes, pond skims, and tons of family-friendly events. Whether your crew is in it for the skiing, the snacks, or the splashy send-offs, these upcoming ski area events are packed with ways to celebrate the season together.
Here’s your guide to spring fun at Vermont ski resorts.
Late March Highlights
Stratton Mountain | March 20–22
Lunar Laps (March 20, 5–9pm) – Ski under the stars for a magical night ride
Homesick Festival (9am–5pm) – Music + mountain vibes all weekend
Mad River Glen | March 21
Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tour (10:30am–12:30pm) – A slower-paced outdoor adventure for curious kids
Magic Mountain | March 21
Spring Fling (9am–8pm) – Live music, costumes, and classic spring ski vibes
Sugarbush Resort | March 21
Specialty Food Day (11am–3pm) – Local bites + ski breaks
Pride Weekend Celebration (2–4pm) – Inclusive fun for all ages
Smugglers’ Notch | March 22
Vertical Challenge (7:30am–1:30pm) – Family-friendly race series + giveaways
Bolton Valley | March 22
Specialty Food Day (11am–3pm) – Refuel with local flavors
Pico Mountain | March 28
Vertical Challenge (7:30am–2pm) – Races, prizes, and lots of kid-friendly energy
Peak Pond Skim Season
Mount Snow | March 21
Sink or Swim (2–3pm) – Will you make it across the pond?!
Stratton Mountain | March 28
Annual Pond Skim (11:30am–1pm) – Costumes + splashes = peak spring energy
Sugarbush Resort | April 4
Pond Skim (11am–2pm) – A must-see (or try!) spring tradition
Okemo Mountain | April 4
The Snowmelt: Slush Cup + Spring Fling (12–5pm) – Big party energy on the slopes
Killington Resort | April 11
Pond Skim (9am–5pm) – One of the biggest in Vermont
Jay Peak Resort | April 18
Pond Skim (10am–3pm) – End the season with a splash
Easter on the Slopes
Smugglers’ Notch | April 4
Easter Weekend Fun (3–7pm) – Activities for all ages
Jay Peak Resort | April 5
Easter Weekend Celebration (5am–3pm) – A full day of family fun
Killington Resort | April 5
Sunrise Service + Egg Hunt (6:45–11am) – A meaningful + fun start to the day
Stowe Mountain Resort | April 5
70th Annual Sunrise Service (7–8:30am) – A classic Vermont tradition
Pico Mountain | April 5
Easter Egg Hunt (8:30–10am) – Perfect for little ones
More April Fun
Jay Peak Resort | April 11
Vertical Challenge Finals (9am–4pm) – Championship energy + family fun
Killington Resort | April 11
KParks Spring Send-Off (11am–4pm) – Freestyle fun + features
Stowe Mountain Resort | April 11
2nd Annual Spring Bash (10am–6pm) – Music, sunshine, and celebration
Why Families Love Spring Skiing
- Costumes + festive vibes
- Sunny days and warmer temps (goodbye frozen fingers!)
- Fun events + live music
- Activities for ALL ages on and off the slope
Find these events and more at https://findandgoseek.net/vermont-ski-area-events.
Sarah Wojcik founded All Mountains Mamas in 2012. Becoming a mother in 2017, she grasped the opportunity to share her passion of skiing and snowboarding with families across the U.S. Formerly the Director or Marketing and Communications for Ski Vermont and associate editor, art director and marketing for Ski Area Management magazine, she writes with great knowledge of the ski industry and from the point of view of a mother working to get out on the slopes with two kids in tow. Sarah is currently the proud owner of Vermont’s #1 family fun resource, FindandGoSeek.net.