The Main Event: Pond Skimming
Held in mid-April, the Slush Cup is the highlight of the Spring Carnival weekend. Competitors launch down a steep snowy run in creative costumes, attempting to generate enough speed to slide across a custom-built, 90-foot pond. Crashing into the freezing water is part of the fun.
Spectator Tips & Prime Viewing Spot
The slopes surrounding the slush pond serve as a giant natural amphitheater. Thousands of spectators gather to watch, cheer, and judge the costumes. Arrive early to secure a good spot, wear sunscreen, and dress in layers.
Spring Carnival Weekend Events
The weekend also features live outdoor concerts at the Sitzmark, the 'Dummy Launch' (where homemade dummies are launched off a ski jump), and slopeside tailgating, making it one of the most fun weekends of the year.