2008-2009 BRECKENRIDGE EVENT SCHEDULE
*All dates and events subject to change*
Wake Up Breckenridge!
November 6, 2008, 7am-9am
Make sure your alarm is set and join us in celebrating the start of the 2008-2009 ski and snowboard season! As a huge “thank you” to the community who shows our guests incredible hospitality all season long, we’d like to invite you to join us for coffee and company. Members of Breckenridge’s management team and town leaders will be on hand at the following coffee shops in town to distribute free collectors mugs and free coffee to jumpstart the season.
Participating coffee shops: Starbucks, Clint’s, Cool River, Amazing Grace, Helen’s Coffee Cart @ City Market, Daylight Donuts, Coffee Depot @ Main Street Station.
Breckenridge Ski Resort Opening
November 7, 2008, Weather Dependent
Breckenridge opens the season with a kick-off celebration. We will be flipping free pancakes from 8:30 am until they’re gone. Live comedians, giveaways and great prizes from our local radio station personalities! Appearances by Ripperoo all morning. The lifts will be running at 9 am so get here early to make your first turns of the season in Breck!
Hartford Disabled Sports Ski Spectacular
December 7-14, 2008
In it’s 21st year, the Hartford returns to Breckenridge as the nation’s largest winter sports festival for people with physical disabilities. The weeklong event includes learn-to-ski and race programs, youth development camps, sanctioned USSA races and corporate race. The event is conducted by Disabled Sports USA (DS/USA) a provider of sports rehabilitation programs to anyone with permanent disabilities since 1967. www.dsusa.org
Girl’s Only Beginner’s Snow Camp
December 13, 2008
This one-day camp is open to never-ever and novice females that want to learn to snowboard or ski. Finish off the day with a Cocoa & Cookies Party. Price includes lunch. Space is limited. Ages 7 through adult.
AST Winter Dew Tour
December 18-21, 2008
Freeway Terrain Park, Peak 8
Mark your calendar as the inaugural AST Winter Dew Tour comes to Breck for its 1st event ever with Halfpipe and Slopestyle competitions! Come check out the likes of Hannah Teter, Simon Dumont and the greatest in the world of Winter Sports as they throw down in their quest to become Dew Cup Champions. Make it official December 18-21.
Colorado Jr Ski Cup, Open Junior FIS Series – GS
January 3-4, 2009
Located on Peak 9, American.
J4 Super G
January 23-25, 2009
Cimarron, Peak 10
11 and 12 year olds compete on our impressive Super G course on Cimarron. Come visit Peak 10 for this exciting alpine racing event. Volunteers welcome and encouraged, please contact quantumsportsclub.org
Women’s Ski Camp
January 27-30, 2009
Get out of your world and in to ours. Breckenridge’s best female instructors will both encourage and teach you to ski terrain appropriate for your skill and comfort level. The camp gets started with a Welcome Reception the evening of January 26th followed by four full days on snow. Then, hit the slopes with your group for a supportive, fun day of instruction. Afterwards join us for a treatment at one of the local spas. Video analysis is included. Open to novice through advanced skiers.
North American Open featuring Jon Olsson and Simon Dumont
January 29- February 1, 2009
Freeway Terrain Park, Peak 8
With an industry desire to restore a true open event to glory, the North American Freeski Open returns to Breckenridge for the 2nd year in a row. Keeping with last years jam format designed for fairness and creativity, the NAO will play host to Halfpipe and Slopestyle competitions for four days. With a strong prize purse, the competition should be fierce! For more information www.opensfreeski.com.
Prime Time (50+ Skiers)
February 5-6, 2009
Life - and better skiing - begins at 50! Spend the best part of your life enjoying the best the slopes have to offer with the Breckenridge Prime Time program. Prime time participants, all 50+ in age, gather to enjoy the beauty of Breckenridge, skiing the slopes and the company of friends new and old. For two days they benefit from on hill instruction and have fun at off hill gatherings. Video analysis is included, as well as a complimentary dinner. Prime Time is available for intermediate and above level skiers.
Women’s Park & Pipe Snow Camp
February 7-8, 2009
Join us for our popular women’s only, two-day park and pipe camp. The camp is open to any intermediate and advanced snowboarder or skier who wants to develop her skills in the terrain park and half-pipe. Participants with freestyle experience from beginner through advanced levels will not be disappointed. Camp includes two full days of instruction with Breck’s top certified female coaches, small class sizes, lunch, and a party. Ages 13 through adult.
Working Women’s Ski Camp
March 6-7, 2009
Play hooky for two days and join the ladies for a special getaway. Spend two full days on the slopes as you advance your skiing techniques and learn in this supportive, female-only environment. Unwind after skiing with fellow participants or simply spend the evening enjoying your time alone. The camp gets started with a Welcome Reception the evening of February 28th. Open to intermediate through advanced skiers.
Rocky Mountain Park & Pipe Camp
March 7-8, 2009
Drop into the pipe. Max out your air. Clear more advanced rails and boxes. Whatever your goals, the Rocky Mountain Park & Pipe Camp is sure to provide you the skills and park time to get you there. Breckenridge has four parks and pipes to match your abilities. The most advanced park and pipe, Freeway, is one of the most highly rated and well-known terrain parks in the country! Our top certified pros are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to coach you in this unique, fun, supportive, two-day camp. The camp is open to intermediate to advanced all-mountain skiers and riders. No prior park or pipe experience necessary. Groups will be formed based on goals and abilities. Two age divisions: ages 7-12; 13 and above. Lunch on the mountain is included each day. Space is limited.
Kombi – J4/J5
March 28-29, 2009
American, Peak 9
Breckenridge will host the 2nd ever KOMBI race held in the Rocky Mountain division. The Kombi is not an official discipline, but an exciting combination of slalom and giant slalom. Come join the fun on American located on Peak 9. Volunteers welcome and encouraged, please contact teamsummit.org.
Spring Massive
April 1-19, 2009
This annual festival is an interactive event including music, family fun and on-hill competitions. Events include the Bite of Breckenridge, Massive Comedy Nights, Massive Brewfest, Massive competition weekend and the ever-popular season finale – Massive Music Weekend!
Surefoot Colorado Ski Cup Championships
April 3-4, 2009 - GS
April 7-8, 2009 – SG
Cimarron, Peak 10
The International Ski Federation’s Rocky Mountain Trophy Series features high ranking national and international competitors racing slalom and giant slalom. This late season event is a great opportunity for our younger athletes to score valuable points against national development athletes. For more information contact Quantum Sports Club.org
Breckenridge Ski Resort Closing Day
April 19, 2009
Weather Dependent
*All dates and events subject to change.
