Kimberley Alpine Resort (KAR) is featuring Retro Suits and Splash Downs during its end of season celebrations March 28 to April 5.

As the days lengthen and the snow softens, Kimberley Alpine Resort is claiming its spot at the forefront of Canadian spring skiing with a high-energy event calendar that blends vintage nostalgia with mountain mayhem.

March 28: Step Back in Time for North Star Day

The resort kicks off the peak of spring on Saturday, March 28, with North Star Day, a full-throttle tribute to the “good-ole-days” of skiing. Visitors are encouraged to dig through their attics for neon onesies and vintage straight skis.

The day features a soundtrack by the Mile High Club and a packed schedule of classic mountain culture, including:

• The Competitions: High-stakes Moguls, the precision of Synchro Skiing, and the return of the legendary Ski Ballet.
• Plaza Party: Live music, beer gardens, and dedicated kids’ activities.
• Unique Awards: Prizes will be awarded for Big Hair, Best Dressed, “Best Dressed Dog,” and the most authentic Goggle Tans.

April 4–5: The Ultimate Spring Splash & Closing Weekend

The season concludes with a weekend of high-velocity fun on April 4 and 5. Headlined by the country-rock sounds of Garrett Gregory (formerly Garrett Hollamon), the resort bids farewell to winter with two signature spectacles:

Saturday (Spring Splash): The infamous Splash Pond returns, challenging skiers and riders to skim across freezing waters in front of a cheering crowd.

Sunday (Closing Day): The Dummy Downhill takes center stage, featuring handcrafted “dummies” launched off jumps to their inevitable (and hilarious) destruction.

“Spring in the Kootenays is about more than just great corn snow; it’s about the community coming together to celebrate the lifestyle,” said Christine Schultheis, General Manager, Kimberley Alpine Resort.

Lead image: North Star Days. Photo by Ryan McKenzie

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