Holiday Family Festival

Holiday Family Festival featuring Buddy the Elf and Santa at Granite Peak

CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS on the slopes

Get ready to kick off the holiday spirit in style with our inaugural Holiday Themed Family Festival happening on December 20 – 21st as! Santa and Buddy the Elf are making a special appearance on Saturday, joined by a dazzling fireworks show that will light up the night sky. Glide through the snow with Santa on Groomer rides, embark on a festive Christmas-themed scavenger hunt, and indulge in free s'mores and holiday cookie creations. With twinkling lights, joyous laughter, and an abundance of cheer, this event promises to be a magical celebration for the whole family! Adults join us in the Historic Chalet for a special “Holiday Themed” Jam Session with our little Elf Brad Emanuel.  

Groomer Rides with Santa on Saturday 

Groomer Rides with Santa and Buddy the Elf at Granite Peak

On Saturday Santa will make a special appearance for an exclusive to Granite Peak tradition: Groomer Rides with Santa! Take a trip with Santa up and down the slopes. $20 per person per ride. Our Prinoth Snowcat Groomer can fit Santa plus two additional adults & a lap child.  Or a variation.  

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Free Fireworks & S'mores on Saturday 

Fireworks at Granite Peak Ski Area

On Saturday evening we will have free S'mores out on our deck for the first 100 kids at 5pm and will follow that with a special fireworks show at 7pm. 
Afterwards adults and children are invited to join us inside the Historic Chalet for a night of Christmas Music with Brad Emanuel.