Winter Carnival Schedule 2019

See the below schedule for details on all 2019 events that take place throughout the carnival. Event time and details are subject to change. For more info on these events and registration details visit wintercarnivalsteamboat.com.

Event Ticketing

A Winter Carnival button is required for entry and spectating at all events. Purchase a Winter Carnival Button ($10.00) to show your support of the Winter Carnival and the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club. Your button also gives you free skiing at Howelsen Hill February 6 - 10. Please be sure to bring your Winter Carnival button in order to receive a free lift ticket.

Wednesday, February 6

5:30 p.m. Opening Ceremonies

A celebration honoring the Winter Carnival Queen, her Court of Attendants, Little Princesses, and the Grand Marshals. Location: Olympian Hall, Howelsen Hill Lodge, Downtown off of 5th Street

6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Speed and Flight Night Ski Jumping

Learn to ski jump (on Alpine or Telemark equipment, ages 12+) under the lights on the historic ski jumps of Howelsen Hill. Register ($15) the night of the evnt from 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. in the Fireplace Room at Howelsen Hill Lodge. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

Thursday, February 7

2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Air Bag Jam Session

Located under the lights of the Howelsen Hill. Watch athletes of the Winter Sports Club launch into the air onto a 15 foot tall and 50 foot wide air bag. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

5:00 p.m. Cross-Country Obstacle Race

A fun and entertaining obstacle race for Nordic skiers and "wanna be" Nordic skiers. Spectators welcome. Pre registration not required, but a release form must be signed or already be on file with SSWSC in order to participate. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Parent-Child Duals

Everyone is a winner in this family friendly competition. Come join or family fun by racing or bumping down the junior courses on Howelsen Hill Face. Go head to head against your child on either the GS style race course or dual mogul course. Pre registration is not required, but a release form must be signed or already be on file with SSWSC in order to participate. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Powder Tools Mid-Winter Terrain Park Jam Session

Located under the lights of the Howelsen Hill Terrain Park, this event is open to the public. Pre registration is required at 4:00 p.m. at the terrain park. A waiver must be signed or already be on file with the SSWSC in order to participate. Practice runs from 4:30 - 5:00 p.m., Jam Session from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

5:00 p.m. Snow Sculpture Judging

Stroll down Lincoln to view hand carved snow sculptures! Judging will take place from 3-5pm tonight, February 9th, and winners will be highlighted with ribbons and announced at Street Events on February 10th and 11th and at the Night Extravaganza on February 10th! Sculptures will be built February 8th in three categories; student, professional, and individual/group/business. Applications can be found here. For more info, contact the Steamboat Springs Arts Council at (970)879-9008. Location: Lincoln Avenue, Downtown Steamboat Springs

5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Ski Jumping Jamboree

An enjoyable time for children to take to the Bump Jump and 20 meter jump at the Nordic jumping complex of Howelsen Hill for some “flying fun” on alpine equipment. Pre-registration is not required, but a release form must be signed or already be on file with SSWSC in order to participate. Helmet required. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

5:30 - 8:30 p.m. S'more Family Fun Party

Presented by F.M. Light & Sons, families can take part in the Winter Carnival Celebration! Throughout the evening's activities at Howelsen Hill, a family style chili and S'more party will be taking place in the big white tent on Vanatta Ballfield. Just call it S'more Family Fun! Enjoy the DJ and dance, then head outside to ski, ride, or watch the fire show by the "Pyroneers," and enjoy s'more fun with the entire family! Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

Friday, February 8

10:00 a.m. Christy Sports Soda Pop Slalom

This is a fun race and is open to any skier or snowboarder 11 and under or U10 program & below (U12 athletes are not eligible). Preregistration is required at Howelsen Hill Lodge January 31, February 1-2, or February 6-7 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Location: Steamboat Ski & Resort, Mt. Werner, Stampede Run

4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Nordic Jumping Exhibition

SSWSC Nordic Combined and Special Jumping athletes jumping the Hill Size 20, 30, 45,75 and 100. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Amateur Ski Jumping

Ski Jumping (on Alpine equipment) under the lights on the historic ski jumps of Howelsen Hill. Prizes, jumping and high-flying fun. Register ($25) the night of the event from 5:00 - 5:45 p.m. in the Fireplace Room at Howelsen Hill Lodge. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Johnsie Memorial Dual Slalom Bicycle Race

An exciting on-snow, mountain bike event down the face of Howelsen Hill. Event includes practice, qualifying and final competition rounds. Register the night of the event at 5:30 p.m. in the Fireplace Room at Howelsen Hill Lodge. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Tito's Mountain Soiree Party

Celebrate the 105th Winter Carnival in a true Winter Wonderland. An evening of libations, food, live music with Loose Change, a bonfire, and more. Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling 970-879-0695 or visiting sswsc.tix.com.

Saturday, February 9

8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast

Hosted annually by the Knights of Columbus, this function is the perfect way to fuel up for all of the day’s activities. In addition to a Winter Carnival button, donations are graciously accepted. Location: Holy Name Catholic Church, 524 Oak Street

8:00 a.m. 100-Meter Nordic Sprint

The Steamboat Springs Nordic Council is looking for the fastest skate skiers in the Boat! They are hosting a 100-meter Nordic Sprint on Lincoln Avenue between 7th and 8th streets prior to the Street Events. The race will have a male and femaile divisions as well as 13 and over and 12 and under age categories. Anyone interested can register for this free event at the Steamboat Touring Center, 970-879-8180. Check in morning of the event at 7:30 a.m. Location: Downtown Steamboat, Lincoln Avenue

9:00 a.m. – noon Street Events

A wildly popular and entertaining show featuring children on skis and snowboards being pulled behind horses along snow covered Lincoln Avenue. Races include street slalom, ski joring, ring and spear, donkey jump and the famous adult shovel race. The horse events are for children ages 6-14. Non-horse events for ages 1-14. Pre registration required at WinterCarnivalSteamboat.com beginning February 2 at 10:00 a.m. Location: Downtown Steamboat, Lincoln Avenue

1:00 p.m. - Pro Alpine Ski Jumping Qualifications

A must-see ski jumping event with participants launching off of the HS127 on alpine skis and boots, rather than the usual ski jumping equipment. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

6:15 - 6:45 p.m. SSWSC Athlete Exhibition

SSWSC athletes demonstrate their skills as the sun sets behind Howelsen Hill. Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

7:00 p.m. Night Extravaganza

A must-see evening of entertainment at historic Howelsen Hill! This community favorite draws thousands of spectators for an exciting display of "Take me to the Mountains". The evening starts with a winter sports exhibition highlighting athletes showing their prowess in the dark, lit by flares and LED lights! Known across the country, the Lighted Man wil arc down Howelsen Hill shooting fireworks from his pyrotechnic suit, and Nordic and alpine jumpers will soar through a fiery hoop off of the Nordic jumps! End the night with a stunning fireworks show that will feature one of the largest fireworks in the country! Spectators: Don't forget your Winter Carnival button! Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

Sunday, February 10

9:00 - noon Street Events

A wildly popular and entertaining show featuring children on skis and snowboards being pulled behind horses along snow covered Lincoln Avenue. Races include street slalom, ski joring, ring and spear, donkey jump and the famous adult shovel race. The horse events are for children ages 6-14. Non-horse events for ages 1-14. Pre registration is required at WinterCarnivalSteamboat.com beginning February 2 at 10:00 a.m. Location: Downtown Steamboat, Lincoln Avenue

Approximately 11:30 a.m. after Street Events - Diamond Hitch Parade

The diamond hitch consists of at least four skiers. The skiers hold on to points of a rope tied in the shape of one or more diamonds. Animals, people or vehicles may pull the skiers down the snow-filled street. Anyone is welcome to enter the parade. Pre-registration is required, deadline is February 7th at 6:00 p.m. Location: Downtown Steamboat, Lincoln Avenue

1:00 p.m. Pro Alpine Ski Jumping Finals

This is a must-see ski jumping event with participants launching off of the HS127 “Big Hill” on alpine skis and boots, rather than the usual ski jumping equipment. Watch as world records get broken! Location: Howelsen Hill, Downtown off of 5th Street

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