Welcome Spring in Style:

Marquette Mountain’s 2026 Spring Carnival

Late winter in Marquette County is a truly special time of year. As the snow softens and we transition toward warmer days, there is no better way to celebrate than with Marquette Mountain’s Annual Spring Carnival! Taking place the weekend of March 20th – 22nd, this action-packed event blends mountain energy with incredible community spirit. Whether you are a seasoned competitor looking to shred or you just want to enjoy the spectacular après-ski festivities and family-friendly activities, there is something for everyone.

Here is everything you need to know about our upcoming weekend of fun, competition, and community on the slopes and don’t forget to register or you can’t win!

Friday Night Kickoff — March 20th Sunset Stamina & Endurance Race

Time Event & Location Description
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Up Hill Endurance Race Location: Weasel / Cliffs / Rocket Race up Weasel and cruise down Cliffs/Rocket. Most laps in 2 hours wins. Snowshoe class available. Headlamps required for safety.

Saturday — March 21st Theme: St. Patrick’s Day (Wear Your Green Gear)

Time Event & Location Description
11:30 am Cup Race Location: Cliffs Giant Slalom (GS) course. Test your speed and precision on the mountain.
1:30 pm Match Your Time Location: Cliffs Consistency is key! Race against your own time—the closest match wins.
4:00 pm Slope Style Location: Contour Show off your tricks, air awareness, and technique for the crowd.
All Day Après Ski Party Location: Tbar Enjoy our outdoor bar and Live Music to celebrate the luck of the Irish. Blackrocks Brewery and THD will be with us.

Sunday Funday — March 22nd Theme: Luau Tropical (Aloha Shirts Encouraged)

Time Event & Location Description
11:00 am Silly Slalom Location: Bottom of Cliffs A fun-filled slalom event open to competitors ages 14 and under.
1:00 pm Treasure Hunt Location: Mountain-Wide Kids search Snowfield & Nastar; Adults explore the entire mountain for bounty.
1:30 pm Synchronized Skiing Location: Rocket Grab a partner and match your turns perfectly down the hill.
2:30 pm Fire Hose Race Location: Rocket Team race starting at the Launch Pad. Hold on tight to the hose!
4:00 pm Slush Cup Location: Bottom of Rocket The ultimate crowd favorite with DJ Coop providing the Jam. Skim the pond or take the plunge!
All Day Island Party Location: Tbar Wrap up the weekend with outdoor food, bar service, and Live Music. Whitney from Whitney's Bloody Mary Mix and Bell's Brewery will be joining us.

Fees, Registration & Epic Prizes

We want everyone to get in on the action! For just $12 per person, you can enter a single event or compete in them all!

The more events you participate in, the more points you earn.

Prizes & Scoring
  • 10 points awarded perevent entry
  • Bonus points for top 10 finishes in each event

1st Place 100 pts
2nd Place 90 pts
3rd Place 80 pts
4th Place 70 pts
5th Place 60 pts
6th Place 50 pts
7th Place 40 pts
8th Place 30 pts
9th Place 20 pts
10th Place 10 pts

The Grand Prize:

The overall winner with the most points at the end of the weekend will receive a season pass for the 2026-27 Winter Season! Other amazing prizes will be announced soon, so keep your eyes peeled.

Mark your calendars, get your green gear and Hawaiian shirts ready, and don’t miss out on this incredible weekend at Marquette Mountain’s Spring Carnival. We can’t wait to see you on the slopes!

Sponsors & Friends:

We want to thank our sponsors and friends who’ve helped make Spring Carnival the bash that it is! In no particular order, but with equal parts gratitude and a snappy hi5:
Travel Marquette
DJ Coop
Blackrocks Brewery
Oberstar Construction
Whitney’s Famous Bloody Mary Mix
The Honorable Distillery
The Compound
Michigan Mitten
Bell’s Brewery
Drifa Brewing Company
The Wooden Nickel
Ore Dock Brewing Company
Superior Culture

Thank you!