Function Picture: Courtesy of WSSF, Oisin McHugh
Spring snowboarding is one in all our favourite seasons over right here at FREESKIER. The times are longer, the solar is out extra usually, the snow softens to that buttery corn consistency, and the après events hit excellent. Whereas you could find an après scene at nearly each ski resort, regardless of the time of 12 months, spring in Whistler is arguably unmatched—particularly through the World Ski and Snowboard Pageant (WSSF).
An annual celebration of snow sports activities, music, artwork and tradition, WSSF has turn out to be often called the last word spring ski celebration in all of North America since its inception in 1996. Over the course of per week, April 7-13 this 12 months, skiers and riders collect for ski competitions, movie and photograph competitions, a plethora of live shows and limitless good vibes. Belief us, you’re going to need greater than only a weekend to absorb the complete expertise.
Whether or not you’ve bought the gumption for the Saudan Couloir Race Excessive, introduced by Helly Hansen, or the fashion for the Slush Cup, introduced by Corona, each competitions are a assured good time. When you’re extra keen on listening to professionals within the business slightly than competing alongside them, WSSF’s Espresso + Creatives, introduced by Helly Hansen, would possibly simply be for you. That includes skilled sport photographers, filmers and creators, this talking collection is free to attend the mornings of April 7, 8 and 9.
New this 12 months, WSSF introduces The Grind Avenue Model Rail Jam kicking off on Saturday, April 12. You gained’t wish to miss witnessing this premier ski and snowboard occasion options female and male athletes hailing from throughout the globe to compete.
Returning this 12 months as a part of WSSF are the three movie and photograph competitions; 72 Hour Filmmaker Showdown, Professional Photographer Showdown and Intersection—all of which occur on the Whistler Convention Centre Ballroom. A contest for up-and-coming filmmakers and athletes, the 72 Hour Filmmaker Showdown offers contestants 72 hours to make a movie three to 5 minutes in size and should be filmed inside 100km of Whistler. Finalists premiere their movies on the night of April 7 for his or her likelihood to win the $5,000 grand prize.
On the night of April 8, collect with skilled photographers for the Professional Photographer Showdown, introduced by Arc’teryx. Heavy-hitting photographers from the world over, together with Zoya Lynch and Paris Gore, current their favourite work to a panel of judges for the possibility to win a full unfold within the September 2025 challenge of Forecast Ski and the coveted bragging rights. If motion sport movies are extra your jam, Intersection, additionally introduced by Arc’teryx, goes down the night of April 9. The movies from 5 invited crews and one wildcard choice premiere in entrance of a panel of business specialists for dwell judging. The winners of Intersection stroll away with $10,000.
The Outside Music Sequence, introduced by Rockstar, kicks off on April tenth to maintain the excessive vibrations rolling into the second half of the week and doesn’t cease till the mic drops on Sunday evening. Be certain to not sleep on WSSF’s After Darkish Sequence that includes back-to-back events and music throughout Whistler’s bars and golf equipment. From high-octane DJs to iconic jam bands, preserve a watch out for the official lineup dropping quickly.
Born out of the love for all that’s mountain tradition, Whistler’s World Ski and Snowboard Pageant is a bucket-list occasion set inside one of the crucial iconic ski cities on the earth. Heat and sunny climate, tender snow and $75 après vouchers for each three nights of lodging make WSSF a straightforward alternative for spring break. Schedule that PTO and we’ll see you in Whistler this April.
