Copper Mountain Sets The Stage For Spring With Signature Events And New Mountain Experiences

Spring at Copper Mountain brings an exciting lineup of on-mountain experiences, live music and signature celebrations designed to keep the momentum high through the final weeks of the season. From the debut of Red Bull Party Line to exclusive after-hours skiing experiences and fan-favorite traditions, Copper’s spring calendar offers something for every type of mountain guest.

• The Record Company headlines Copper’s signature spring celebration, Sunsation on April 25

• Copper’s upcoming spring events include Red Bull Party Line, Aerie Sunset Ski, Peace Out in Central Park and more

• Copper introduces a new team-style pond skim event, Skimmy Dippers, to close out the season

The Athlete’s Mountain kicks off the season’s spring programming with the debut of Red Bull Party Line on Saturday, March 14. This high-energy, head-to-head downhill pump track competition introduces a one-of-a-kind course where racers will battle side-by-side in a fast-paced test of rhythm, speed and control. The event is happening at the top of the American Eagle lift. While competitor registration is full, spectators are encouraged to head up the mountain to experience the excitement firsthand.

Following the debut of Party Line, Copper’s Aerie Sunset Ski events return for two evenings of after-hours skiing on March 15 and March 21. These unique experiences give guests specialty access to terrain off the American Eagle and Excelerator lifts from 4-7 p.m. as the sun sets over the Tenmile Range. Each ticket includes one complimentary drink along with a selection of small bites, entrees and desserts served inside the Aerie. Brendan O’Hara will be playing live in the lodge on both evenings. Tickets can be found at CopperColorado.com.

On April 18, Copper welcomes back Peace Out in Central Park presented by Mountain Dew, a unique park celebration centered around Copper’s iconic Peace Park terrain. Professional snowboarder Danny Davis will be on site handing out $3,000 in cash, giving riders the chance to hang out, shred with friends and showcase their skills. Skiers and riders can also enjoy free hot dogs and Mountain Dew while competing for prizes from Skullcandy, Mountain Dew and Woodward Peace Park.

Copper’s signature spring celebration, Sunsation, returns April 25–26, transforming Eagle’s Landing into a weekend festival atmosphere. Guests can enjoy free live music, giveaways and end-of-season festivities that bring the Copper community together to celebrate spring on the mountain. Featured performances will include free live music from blues rock band, The Record Company, on Saturday, April 25. Don Fuego will keep the party going on Sunday with a DJ set from 3-5 p.m. in the village.

Copper will also introduce a refreshed take on its end-of-season pond skim tradition with the Skimmy Dippers Pond Skim, on April 26. This revamped event will feature teams of two dropping in simultaneously on side-by-side pond skim courses, with each pond complete withdifferent rail and jump features. Teams will be judged on style, technique, creativity and difficulty as they attempt to skim their way across the water. The top team will earn two Copper season passes for the 2026-27 season, with additional prizes awarded to second and third place finishers. Additional awards will also be given for Best Costume, with the winning team receiving two Copper Mountain Four Pack passes and Best Trick, where the winner will receive one Copper Mountain Four Pack Pass. All prizes are valid for the 2026-27 season. Registration for the event goes live Friday, March 13 at CopperColorado.com.

The Mammut Uphill Race Series continues this spring with races scheduled for April 11. The three-part series challenges uphill athletes to test their endurance and speed on Copper’s terrain in a timed uphill format. The April 11 race marks the final challenge, The Grind Finale, where top male and female competitors in each division, including SKIMO, HeavyMetal and Split Board, will receive a Mammut 28-liter touring bag with additional prizes from Mammut for second and third place. The series welcomes uphill skiers of all abilities to challenge themselves in a high-alpine environment.

Recurring spring favorites add even more opportunities for guests to join the fun. Bubly Tubing Spindigs return to the tubing hill on March 13 and March 21, bringing a lively atmosphere to a staple winter activity. The Copper Live concert series continues with free performances in Eagle’s Landing, featuring Sqwerv on March 14 and Graham Good & The Painters on April 18.

Guests can take advantage of discounted lift tickets through Copper’s Play Forever Thursdays program. Lift tickets are available for $99 on Thursdays through April 9, with a portion of proceeds benefiting a local non-profit partner. Skiers and riders can also save with a $49 performance rental on Thursdays during the program. Both lift tickets and rentals must be purchased online in advance.

With a diverse mix of competition, live entertainment and signature spring experiences, Copper Mountain’s spring event lineup delivers countless ways to celebrate the season. Guests are encouraged to explore the full calendar and plan their visit at CopperColorado.com.