Snow Sports Events

Bristlecone Birkebeiner Winterfest January 17, 2026 The original Bristlecone Birkebeiner in Ely, Nevada ran from 1983-1993.  We brought this cross-country skiing event back to the community in 2014, but it was canceled due to lack of snow.  In 2015, we held our first successful event with a dusting of snow...

Event Date: January 23, 2026 Event Location: Olympic Valley Lodge, Olympic Valley, CA Join Mike Hattrup at the Alpenglow Speaker Series. Hattrup is a highly accomplished skier and industry leader, inducted into the US Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame in 2021. Recognized for his influence in the skiing world,...

Low Gap – Grasshopper Adventure Series (#1) Date: January 25, 2026 • Location: Ukiah, CA Event Type: Mixed-terrain / gravel / adventure cycling eventHost: Grasshopper Adventure Series Description:Low Gap kicks off the Grasshopper Adventure Series with a classic mixed-terrain ride and race exploring the backroads and dirt routes of Mendocino...

Event Date: February 13, 2026 Event Location: Olympic Valley Lodge, Olympic Valley, CA Event Description: Join Johnny Collinson at the Alpenglow Winter Speaker Series for an evening of captivating storytelling. The night after skier Johnny summited Everest, on his way to becoming the youngest person to climb the Seven Summits...

The Great Ski Race® Sunday March 1, 2026 Learn More & Register Here   The Great Ski Race is the largest nordic ski party west of Kings Beach, with 2 different course options skiing on the same day. The 26 kilometer (~16.2 miles) course begins at the Tahoe Cross Country Center in...

Event Date: March 6, 2026 Event Location: Olympic Valley Lodge, Olympic Valley, CA Event Description: Join Dave Nettle at the Alpenglow Winter Speaker Series for an evening of unforgettable adventure tales. Dave is a cofounder of the Alpenglow Sports Winter Speaker Series, and often touted as one of the best...

Bjornloppet XC Ski Race Weekend The Bear Valley Adventure Company is excited to host the Bjornloppet XC Ski Race Weekend on March 7 & 8 2026! This event is one of the longest-running cross country ski races in California and is a special opportunity to test your skills on some...

Sierra Skogsloppet XC Fun Ski Race Mar 22, 2026 • Tahoe Donner // Alder Creek Adventure Center This benefit race is organized by the Truckee High and Alder Creek Middle School cross country ski teams as a fundraiser. 100% of the proceeds go to support their teams. Entering this fun...