Vertical Challenge
2026-02-08 07:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
The Vertical Challenge is a series of free casual ski and snowboard races held at various ski resorts throughout the northeast.

Skiers and snowboarders are divided by gender and age to compete for gold, silver, and bronze medals in each category. All medal winners receive free lift tickets for the Finals for the chance to compete for the Gold.

In addition to the races, attendees enjoy a festival atmosphere, featuring fun snowy activities for all ages and special giveaways.

The race is free of charge and racers MUST purchase an All Mountain Lift Ticket ONLINE IN ADVANCE for Sunday, February 8, 2026 at patspeak.com or be a Pats Peak Season Pass Holder in order to do the Vertical Challenge.

PARTICIPANTS CAN REGISTER ON-LINE UNTIL 5:00PM NIGHT BEFORE EVENT (Link to pre-register can be found here) OR ON-SITE THAT MORNING. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult for registration.

Schedule of Activities:

7AM-11AM- Registration Open

9AM-2PM- Sponsor Village Open

10AM-12PM- Racecourse Open

1:30PM- Vertical Victory Party and Awards

F.I.S. National Junior Race (NJR)
2026-02-12 09:30 - 2026-02-13 14:30
FIS Race Trail

Qualifier U18

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LaFoley Spring Series Night Race
2026-02-27 16:00 - 21:00
FIS Race Trail

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Scout Weekend
2026-02-28 08:30 - 2026-03-01 16:00
One or Two days of Snow, Slopes & Thrills:

Scouts come to Pats Peak to enjoy skiing/riding or snowtubing. Group Discounts for Groups of 10 or more! Overnight, Lodging, Lessons, Snowtubing, Participation Patch. A reservation must be made with Group Sales in order to attend Scout Weekend. Register early, All Tickets will SELL OUT! More details on the Scout Weekend page.

Adult/Corporate Race Finals
2026-03-05 18:45 - 21:00
The top 5 Teams from each night qualify to race.

All Adult/Corporate Racers, qualified or not, are welcome to come ski and ride with their normal race tag.

As for the rest of the plans for the night, an email from the Race Department will be sent to the participants with the specific details.

U12 NHARA State Championships
2026-03-06 08:00 - 2026-03-08 16:00
Friday: Training DaySaturday: SL RaceSunday: GS Race

Hawaiian Weekend
2026-03-07 08:30 - 2026-03-08 16:00
Hawaiian Weekend is the perfect time to celebrate spring skiing and snowboarding!

There are tropical decorations around the mountain and skiers and snowboarders receive a Hawaiian Lei to join in the fun.

Be Festive and Dress In Your Best Hawaiian Outfit!

Most Spirited Department & Employee ContestOne department is awarded the most spirited department and one employee receives the most spirited employee.

Hawaiian Themed Lunch SpecialThe cafeteria will be serving Hawaiian Lunch Specials on both days.

Live Music in the Sled PubSaturday: River Sang Wild – 6pm-9pmSunday: Supernothing – 12pm-3pm

Sun Cruiser is the sponsor of the Après-Ski Party in the Sled Pub both days with lots of great raffle prizes.

Supporting Sponsor:

Chandler Pelletier Scholarship Memorial Race
2026-03-07 13:00 - 14:15
Dual Slalom Ski & Snowboard Race

$10 Entry Fee – includes 3 Raffle Tickets

Onsite Registration: 10-11:30am on Valley DeckRace Course Open: 1:00pm-2:15pm

Racing Divisions:18+ Men Ski • 18+ Men Snowboard • Under 18 Men Ski • Under 18 Men Snowboard18+ Women Ski • 18+ Women Snowboard • Under 18 Women Ski • Under 18 Women Snowboard

50% of tickets purchased for event and 100% of donations will go to support the Chandler Pelletier Scholarship. Donations are accepted at registration and during awards/raffle.

Must have a Pats Peak Season Pass or purchase an All Mountain Lift Ticket in Advance at patspeak.com.

About Chandler:

Chandler stepped on a snowboard at the age of eight; right here at Pats Peak. In that opportunity, a passion and a future career were born. Chandler’s successes in his all too short life were remarkable given the odds he faced. He survived a recurrent brain tumor, and attained academic and career goals considered unlikely. His effort, his drive to do well and willingness to work hard, coupled with the support of people who believed in him, contributed to his success. His pursuit for his own education and his love for teaching others has had a profound effect on others around him. Chandler’s friends and family hope this scholarship will provide others who share his passion for snowsports the opportunity and support, so that with their effort, they too may advance their education and certification as a snowsports instructor.

Josh Russell Memorial SL Race
2026-03-13 16:00 - 20:00
Night Race: U10, U12, U14

FIS Race Trail 3/4 & 5/8 Starts

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Pond Skim
2026-03-14 13:00 - 14:00
2026 WINNERS:

Best Costume:Lochlan Brighenti – British Red CoatElaina Lambert – Hedwig from Harry Potter

Best Splash:Nash Hubbard – Camo guy

Best Skim:Ben Roy – Jäegermeister guy

Photos on PATS PEAK FACEBOOK!

This event is for spectators and participants as participants try to ski or snowboard across a man-made pond without falling in. Some make it across the pond but many make a splash and take the icy plunge.

The judges hand out prizes for Best Costume, Best Splash and Best Skim.

Pond Skim Registration is from 8:30am to 11:30am outside the Valley Lodge.Event starts at 1pm.

The entry fee is FREE but the purchase of at least a Valley Area Lift Ticket (and must be purchased in advance at patspeak.com) or Pats Peak Season Pass and a costume are required to enter the contest.

Entry is limited to the first 100 participants.

There is a Beer Garden for ages 21+ at the Pond Skim from 11am-3pm.

Pond Skim Sponsor:

St Patrick's Day Sled Pub Special
2026-03-17 11:00 - 16:00
🍀St. Patrick’s Day Special in the Sled Pub🌈💚

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Pats Peak on Tuesday, March 17

Plan your ski day and also purchase your St. Patrick’s Day lunch in advance!

🍀Sled Pub Special🍀Corned Beef & Cabbage Plateserved with potatoes, carrots & Irish soda bread

Advance Purchase Price: $17Purchase in advance on the BOOK YOUR VISIT page.($21 if purchased in the Sled Pub on March 17)Limited quantities available. Available in the Sled Pub Only. Pub food is available from 11am-4pm.

Every advance purchase is automatically entered into our“Luck of the Irish” Raffle!🍀Win a pot of chocolate “gold coins” 🪙✨AND a $50 Pats Peak Gift Card! 🌈

Refuel after carving up the mountain and celebrate with a classic Irish feast.

Great conditions. Great food. A little extra luck at the bottom of your last run.

Reserve your lunch now on our BOOK YOUR VISIT page!

Childhood Cancer Lifeline Dinner & Auction
2026-04-11 17:00 - 22:00
An evening of fabulous food and fun to support local families who have a child with cancer.

For over twenty years people have gathered at Pats Peak Ski Area to support local families who have a child with cancer. The atmosphere is always fun, the food is always fabulous, and the bidding always features lots of good-natured year to year rivalries among repeat auction attendees. Mark your calendar and purchase your tickets for a fun evening out!

Tickets will be available at the door, but will be $5 more per ticket than those purchased in advance.

To purchase tickets in advance: https://bit.ly/CCL-Dinner-Auction-2026Individual: $40 | Couple: $70 | Junior (6-17): $15Children under the age of 6 are free.Tickets will be available at the door for $5 more per ticket than those purchased in advance.

Discounted rates are available to Childhood Cancer Lifeline families and to current employees of Pats Peak Ski Area.

If you have a family member who was supported by the Childhood Cancer Lifeline, please email info@childhoodcancerlifeline.org to purchase your discounted tickets.

If you are a Pats Peak employee, please purchase your tickets through Tom Fisher in the Ski Shop.

Pavement Ends Gravel Bike Race
2026-04-18 07:00 - 17:00
State 9 Racing presents to you the Pavement Ends gravel bike race and ride.

Details and Registration link: www.bikereg.com/pavement-ends

Climb The Peak for MS
2026-06-07 08:30 - 13:00
This will be a great day for family, friends, our local community and businesses coming together to help take the steps forward for a world free of MS.

For more information and to register:https://www.lockespromise.com/events/climb-the-peak-for-ms-2026

For event questions please contact: Sarah Locke using sarah@sjlocke.com

Pats Peak is the Venue Sponsor for this event.

Blues Brews & BBQ Fest - Henniker Concert Series
2026-07-14 18:00 - 20:00
Music | Raffles | Picnic | Food Trucks | Dancing | Family Fun

Blues Brews & BBQ Fest is sponsored by Pats Peak!

Enjoy live music from 50 Shades of Blues!

Admission is FREE! Donations Accepted.

Join the Fun in Henniker! The Henniker Summer Concert Series has free live music every Tuesday night from 6:00–8:00 PM in Community Park (June 16 through September 8).

Thirteen bands will perform on the Angela Robinson Bandstand at 57 Main Street, Henniker, offering a vibrant mix of bluegrass, blues, rock, swing, country, world music, and more.

Each show features a food truck or local restaurant, and in case of rain, concerts move to the adjacent Community Center.

For concert updates: Facebook.com/HennikerConcert or www.hennikerconcerts.com.
