Snowmass Village, Colo., (October 2, 2025) – The Winter 2025/26 season in Snowmass Village sees major capital improvements at Snowmass Ski Area, new restaurants in the village, and a new direct flight from Charlotte, NC. 

“Snowmass continues to elevate the guest experience with exciting on-mountain enhancements, new culinary offerings, and expanded air access, including our new direct flight from Charlotte,” says Julia Theisen, Tourism Director, Snowmass Tourism. “Whether you’re here for world-class skiing, dynamic events, unforgettable après, or off-the-slopes fun, this winter promises adventure and everything else Snowmass is known for.” 
 

Major On-Mountain Developments 
Snowmass Ski Area has three major investment projects in process, totaling nearly $80 million in on-mountain improvements. Debuting this winter is the upgrade of the existing Elk Camp quad chair to a new state-of-the-art 6-pack lift. The new Cirque T-bar also debuts this winter, replacing the existing platter lift, one of the highest-elevation lifts in North America, reducing wait times and improving access to some of Snowmass’ most iconic high alpine terrain. This replacement effectively doubles the capacity of the lift, as it goes from a single-rider to double-rider capacity. Finally, Ullrhof, the beloved mid-mountain restaurant on Snowmass, started a complete rebuild in summer 2025 and is set to re-open for the 2026-27 winter season. The new Ullrhof will be Aspen Snowmass’s first fully electric restaurant with seating for 500+. These projects are part of a multi-year initiative to elevate guest dining experiences at Snowmass and add restaurant seating across the mountain. 

In on-mountain dining news, the Elk Camp Restaurant now features a new 120-seat east-side deck with a retractable umbrella and glass wall system, which offers climate-secure comfort and sweeping mountain views. The Hot Dogger at Spider Sabich, a collaboration with Los Angeles-based Sumo Dog, brings gourmet hot dogs to the slopes. High Alpine introduces a global rotating cuisine concept; adjacent Alpin Room shifts to French-inspired fare under award-winning chef Emily Oyer. The Cabin + Sun Club features a Veuve Clicquot-partnered outdoor patio with street tacos, champagne, and heated lounge seating. 
 

Snowmass Restaurant & Retail News 

Mountain town favorite eatery, Slope & Hatch, is set to open their third location in December 2025 in The Collective Snowmass. Slope & Hatch serves traditional and unconventional tacos and hot dogs in a casual, colorful setting, adjacent to the popular Collective Hall and Game Lounge. Menu highlights include BBQ Brisket, Curried Lamb, Grilled Margarita Shrimp Tacos, as well as Chicago, Carolina, and Coney hot dogs. The drink menu features classic cocktails and local Colorado seasonal suds. The restaurant caters to tastes of all kinds, including vegans, vegetarians, and meat lovers alike. Slope & Hatch also has locations in Glenwood Springs and Eagle, CO. 

Viceroy Snowmass debuts Lift Line in December 2025, a new slopeside restaurant at the ski-in/ski-out resort, taking over the space previously known as Nest. Designed as a lively après-ski destination, Lift Line serves hearty tavern favorites such as a signature double cheeseburger or creamy tomato soup, creating the perfect spot to refuel and unwind slope-side. 

New for the 2025/2026 ski season, Progression Brands Group (PBG) launches six new stores across Colorado’s top ski destinations, including a flagship Capranea and Dahu store in Snowmass Village. The rollout, which also includes openings in Vail Village and Lionshead, is part of PBG’s strategy to establish a lasting presence in every major Western ski resort. At the Snowmass location, visitors can experience Capranea’s quiet luxury skiwear, blending minimalist design, Swiss precision, and European craftsmanship with effortless slope-to-après versatility. Guests can also find Dahu’s groundbreaking three-piece ski boot system, engineered for high performance while delivering unmatched comfort and modern style. More than just a retail space, the Snowmass store is designed as a destination where alpine adventure meets design, innovation, and sophistication. For locals and travelers alike, the opening marks the arrival of Swiss luxury at one of North America’s premier ski resorts. 

Winter 2025/2026 Events 
Wintersköl – December 11-14:  
Winter Windows, a partnership with Buckhorn Public Arts, returns to Snowmass during Wintersköl, December 11-14, 2026. Roaring Fork Valley artists and designers are paired with businesses on the Snowmass Mall and in Base Village to create custom window displays, with 2D and 3D installations that celebrate the winter season and the character of Snowmass. Additional Wintersköl fun in Snowmass includes a Holiday Market, and a book launch in celebration of Tamara Susa’s new photography book entitled, Four Seasons in Snowmass.  

New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks – December 31: 
On New Year’s Eve, guests and locals alike are invited to experience the New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks. The Torchlight Parade features skiers and snowboarders making wide turns down the mountain with red flares that illuminate the night sky and snow with a festive glow. The parade begins at 6:00pm and all are welcome to participate (must be an intermediate skier or above with a valid ski pass or day pass; must sign up online in advance). Fireworks launch at 10:00pm to celebrate the New Year. 

Toyota U.S. Grand Prix – January 7-10:  
Leading up to the X Games Aspen, Buttermilk hosts the final stop of the domestic Olympic-qualifying circuit, bringing world-class slopestyle and halfpipe competition, January 7-10, 2026.  

2026 X Games Aspen – January 23-25:  
Returning to Buttermilk January 23-25, 2026, X Games Aspen features elite athletes, live music, and vibrant on-mountain entertainment, setting the tone for an epic winter. 

Mardi Gras – February 17:  

44 years of Mardi Gras tradition returns to Snowmass Village on Fat Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Festivities include a Bead Toss by the 2026 Mardi Gras Royality, live music, the Mother of All Ascensions Uphill race and party, and fireworks.  

The Snow League – February 27-28: 
Back by popular demand after its 2025 debut, The Snow League returns to Buttermilk, February 27-28, 2026, with team-based head-to-head heats and high-impact format. 

New Flight: American Airlines Direct to Charlotte, NC  

American Airlines debuts new seasonal service between Charlotte, North Carolina (CLT), and Aspen, Colorado (ASE), launching December 19, 2025. This service is scheduled to run 3x/week (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays) through March 29, 2026, complementing existing American flights into ASE from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Chicago/O’Hare (ORD), Los Angeles (LAX), Phoenix (PHX), and Austin (AUS). CLT is American’s second largest hub behind DFW and offers numerous new connections to city-pairs that do not have nonstop flights to DFW, including secondary markets across the east coast and destinations across the Caribbean. The new flight marks the longest nonstop from ASE at 1,459 miles. 

For more information on everything there is to see and do in Snowmass, please visit www.gosnowmass.com. For winter photos of Snowmass Village, click here. Please credit the photographer listed, as opposed to Snowmass Tourism.  

About Snowmass Village, Colorado – A renowned winter playground and vibrant summer community just 9 miles from Aspen, Snowmass consistently ranks as one of the best winter ski areas and summer mountain biking destinations in the world. Snowmass, along with the rest of the Roaring Fork Valley, is the only IMBA (International Mountain Bicycling Association) Gold Level Ride Center™ in Colorado, one of only 7 in the world. Surrounded by breathtaking peaks and adjacent to 2.8 million acres of wilderness, the Village offers 95% slopeside lodging, is home to 30+ restaurants, and offers a variety of shops, unique special events, an abundance of live music, family activities, and much more. For more information and a complete calendar of events and activities, please visit www.gosnowmass.com. 

Snowmass Tourism Media Contact: Sara Stookey Sanchez, Public Relations Manager, Snowmass Tourism; sstookey@gosnowmass.com.  

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