For the Winter Carnival poster, Orce drew inspiration not only from landscape, but from her roots as a lifelong athlete to paint a ski jumper in mid-ight. Pre-registration for horse event is requiredHERE. Your ticket includes a hearty appetizer buffet, generous libations provided by Titos Handmade Vodka and bonfires outside of the heated party tent. The event includes practice, qualifying, and final competition rounds. The horse events are for children ages 6-14, and non-horse events for ages 1-14. On Saturday, February 11, the Night Extravaganza starts at 7:30pm. 25 Yard Dash for ages 3-5 years, 50 Yard Dash for 6-8 years and 75 Yard Dash for 9-11 years all on skis. REGISTER HERE. Closed to the public, this event offers exceptional photography opportunities of airborne athletes! 5-8pm NORDIC EXCAVATING HITCHENS BROTHERS WEDNESDAY NIGHT JUMP *No USPS deliveries. Location: Downtown Steamboat, Lincoln Avenue. We couldn't do this event without you! The diamond hitch consists of at least four skiers. Anyone is welcome to enter the parade. The Titos Mountain Soiree 80s Theme Party featuring live music by the 6 Million Dollar Band the ultimate 80s experience - is just around the corner! applink.href = whizDeepLink; Ski Haus Old Town Hot Springs POWDERTOOLS MID-WINTER TERRAIN PARK JAM SESSION Join our family fun by racing or bumping down the junior courses on Howelsen Hill Face. One Routt County resident says it has been since Jan. 3, for homes on Routt County Road 44A. Funds from button sales go towards hosting Winter Carnival and support the athletes of the SSWSC. Typically, the event is held the second week of February, "no matter what weather conditions are bestowed upon us by 'Mother Nature.'". February 12: Diamond Hitch Parade (Sunday, February 12): Register HERE. WINTER CARNIVAL BUTTON OR BUFF REQUIRED TO REGISTER. This fun, non-timed course allows kids of all ages to race their friends and family. Families, take part in the Winter Carnival Celebration! SSWSC coaches will help you learn to jump on the jump size that fits your age and skill level! Pre-registration is not required, but a release form must be signed or already on file with SSWSC in order to participate. 5-6pm. Presented by Yampa Valley Bank Resort Group has been voted Best Property Management Company by the Steamboat Springs community in the Steamboat Pilot & Today's prestigious Best of the Boat awards three years running! Anyone falling off the shovel during performance will be disqualified. In this Winter Carnival competition, anything goes, but costumes are mandatory! Register the night of the event 5:00-5:30pm in the Fireplace Room at Howelsen Hill Lodge. Steamboat Grand In Steamboat Springs we do things differently, and with the oldest, continuous Winter Carnival west of the Mississippi, this event is certainly no different. The Steamboat Springs Nordic Council is looking for the fastest skate skiers in the Boat! This is a must-see ski jumping event with qualifying participants launching off of the 100 meter jump again on alpine skis and boots, rather than the usual ski jumping equipment. (Ages 18 and over): Contestants will situate themselves in a shovel of any type and while being pulled by a horse, will race a flat course down the street. This community favorite draws thousands of spectators for an exciting light display! Presented by Yampa Valley Bank The horse events are for children ages 6-14, and non-horse events for ages 1-14. Every contribution, however large or small, will make a difference. Pre-registration for horse event is requiredHERE. All dogs must be leashed and led by the parent/dog owner during the dash. COST, $25. Photo by Dan Hebard (Age 21+, Howelsen Hill, in the Tent at Vanatta Field) 10 am CHRISTY SPORTS SODA POP SLALOM Web02/08/2023 - 9:00am to 02/12/2023 - 9:00am. The U.S. Post Office in Steamboat Springs is short-staffed and some residents arent applink.title = 'Whiz'; The U.S. Post Office in Steamboat Springs is short-staffed and some residents arent receiving their mail. While you're at it, how about an outdoor film festival? Mention a parade and fireworks and people say thats typical. Watch as SSWSC freestyle, freeskiing, and snowboard athletes launch into the air and work on their tricks, landing on a 50-foot airbag! Now that we're a solid month into winter, are you starting to find you have a case of the winter blues? The entire reason why this carnival was created 110 years ago was to offer Coloradans a way to cope with cabin fever. Mtn Bike Team, 9th-12th graders, Its a Girl Thing Skateboarding, ages 6-14, High School Summer PE (Class of 2023 ONLY), Junior Ramp / Trampoline Training U10/U13/U15, ages 8-14, Moguls U17/19 Water Ramp / Trampoline Training, ages 15+/ high school, Cross Country U12 / U14 Summer, ages 10-13, Cross Country Spring & Summer Training U16, U18 & U20 Summer, ages 14-20, NEW! Athlete Lighting Provider: Yampa Valley Electric Association Each donation will be used exclusively for the development and creation of increased news coverage. Located under the lights of the Howelsen Hill Terrain Park, this event is open to the public. Pre-registration is required at 4:00 pm at the terrain park. February 10: Ski Ballet (Friday, February 10): Register HERE. 7 - 11 p.m. Tito's Mountain Soiree - SOLD OUTCelebrate the 109th Winter Carnival at an 80s themed dance party with an evening of libations, food, live music by the 6 Million Dollar Band, fire pits, and more. Join our family fun by racing or bumping down the junior courses on Howelsen Hill Face. Races include street slalom, ski joring, donkey jumps, 3-legged races, 25-, 50-, and 75-yard dashes, and the famous adult shovel race. Food is served first come, first serve, 5:30-7:00pm. Northwest Colorado News for Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023. We strongly recommended that you check with the organizers before making any travel arrangements. U10 Never Ever Summer Jumping Program, ages 7-9, U10 Nordic Combined & Jumping Summer, ages 7-9, U12 Nordic Combined & Jumping Summer Training Program, ages 10, 11, U14 Nordic Combined & Jumping Summer Program, ages 12,13, U16/U18/U20 Nordic Combined & Jumping summer, ages 14+, U10 Jumping and Nordic Combined, ages 8-10, Recreational All-Mountain Devo (RAD), Middle School ages, Junior Ability Snowboard, ages 14 & younger, Alpine U19/U21 & Post Grad, ages 16-highschool, & Alpine Racing Post Grad, Freeskiing Junior Team Full Time, grades 7-8, Freeskiing Junior Team Part Time, grades 7-8, Ski Touring for Middle Schoolers, grades 6-8, Freeskiing Senior Competitive Team, grades 9-12, Freeskiing Senior Team Part-Time, grades 9-12, Winter Backcountry Education, grades 9-12, All-Mountain Program (AMP), high school ages, Junior Freeskiing & Snowboard Fall Dryland, ages 11-13, Senior Teams Fall Strength & Conditioning, grades 9-12, Snowboard All-Mountain Program (AMP), grades 8-12, Big Mountain Full-Time Snowboard Team, ages 14-18, Senior Snowboard Team (SST), ages high school +, Pro-Am Snowboardcross [PASBX], ages high school +, https://www.sswsc.org/events/wednesday-night-jump>REGISTER HERE, REGISTER HERE FOR THE DIAMOND HITCH PARADE. Approximately 150 individuals from the community volunteer their time, energy, and horses to participate in the street events. The horse events truly create the excitement surrounding the street events. Be sure to wear your button to all events. Location: Howelsen Hill. 5:30-7pm SKI JUMPING JAMBOREE If youve never been to Steamboat during Winter Carnival, what are you waiting for? Non-horse event registration is on-site the morning of the event. Celebrate the 110th Winter Carnival at an 80s themed dance party with an evening of libations, food, live music by the 6 Million Dollar Band, fire pits, and more. POWDERTOOLS MID-WINTER TERRAIN PARK JAM SESSION Learn More Brew Trail The Steamboat Brew Trail will take you from downtown Steamboat to the West end of town with stops at four local breweries and one distillery. NORDIC JUMPING EXHIBITION SSWSC athletes and coaches will receive a complimentary button! (Ages 15+, Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th). Calling all kids ages 8-13 (born in 2008-2013) who want to try out the Nordic Jumps at Howelsen Hill! 6:45-7:15pm. In order to participate in the street events, the horses must be specially shod with cleats for traction in the snow. For more information, contact Pat Arnone at 970-734-8966. ), REGISTRATION REQUIRED HERE ON FEB 3 at 10am. In past years, the penalty for being caught without a carnival button was to push a peanut down Lincoln Ave with your nose. The street events were added during the second Winter Carnival and have been a tradition ever since. Spectators are welcome. WebSteamboat Springs is so excited about the 110th Winter Carnival! REGISTER HERE FOR THE DIAMOND HITCH PARADE. The best view is right at the base of Howelsen Hill. Two Colorado Cities Make List of Best Places to Visit in U.S. Colorado Park Rangers Love Getting Your Flat Stanley. Related Items: Local Event. Fastest time wins. ", Steamboatchamber.com reports the Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival began in 1914, 39 years after the town of Steamboat was founded. In this Winter Carnival competition, anything goes, but costumes are mandatory! TicketsEntry for Winter Carnival is a $10 button. Food is served first come, first serve. Prizes, jumping, and high-flying is fun. Hardshell over-ear helmets required. 7:00 pm 11:00 pm Pre-registration for horse event is required HERE. Turn your eyes to Howelsen Hill; lit up with colors as Winter Sports Club athletes flip through the air off the jumps while others descend down the mountain leaving a red glow outlining perfect ski turns. (Howelsen Hill Party Tent, Downtown off of 5th Street) Your button or buff will grant you access to all events you register for, and will earn you a free lift ticket at Howelsen Hill each day from February 8-12. One Steamboat Place Contestants must wear goggles and a helmet (cycling or ski racing helmet is sufficient) 4. Registration opens on February 3 at 10am. Contestants must have a Winter Carnival Button - available at the Winter Sports Club Offices, participating downtown merchants, and the Chamber Visitor Center Location: Downtown Steamboat, Lincoln Avenue. February 8-12, 2022 Watch as the jumpers try to break the hill record. 5:30pm OPENING CEREMONIES Anyone interested can register for this free event at the Steamboat Touring Center, 970-879-8180. 4:30 - 6 p.m. Nordic Jumping ExhibitionSteamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Nordic Combined and Special Jumping athletes jumping the Hill Size 20, 30, 45, 75 and 100. const whizDeepLink = 'steamboattodaymobile://content?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.steamboatpilot.com%2Fnews%2F2023-winter-carnival-poster-unfurled%2F§ionId=&fallback=1'; (Howelsen Hill Party Tent, Downtown off of 5th Street) While anyone is welcome to enter the parade, only those entrants using the Diamond Hitch are eligible to be judged. Ski Jumping (on alpine equipment) under the lights on the historic ski jumps of Howelsen Hill. WebDiscover Steamboat in the Winter. As a Moving Mountains guest, we can procure your buttons ahead of time, book your post-night extravaganza dinner or parade lunch at Steamboats poshest restaurants and make sure we whisk you back to your chalet, at any of the events, before your toes get cold!