Sundown Mountain Resort

Nitehawk Adult Racing
2026-01-21 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-04 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Nitehawk Adult Racing is Sundown Mountain’s midweek adult ski league, offering a fun, social way to ski after work. Held on Wednesday nights, the league combines friendly competition with a relaxed atmosphere—no racing experience required. Teams are made up of friends, coworkers, and local businesses, with racing formats that allow skiers of all ability levels to participate. Stick around after your runs for bar specials, weekly prizes, and social time. LEARN MORE ABOUT NITEHAWK

Fabulous Fridays
2026-01-23 10:00 - 23:00, 2026-01-30 10:00 - 23:00
Kick off the weekend at Sundown with Fabulous Fridays — extended hours, evening turns, and a laid-back mountain vibe. We’re open 10AM–11PM, so whether you’re here all day or just sneaking in laps after work, school, or the drive, it’s easy to make it happen. Discounted After 4PM lift tickets keep the fun affordable, and live music at Tips Up sets the tone for a perfect Friday night on the mountain.

WIJARA RACING AT SUNDOWN
2026-01-24 09:00 - 2026-01-25 16:00
Sundown hosts our annual WIJARA race! The Wisconsin Illinois Iowa Junior Alpine Racing Association will be using Andrews and The South Lodge for the weekend for during their race competitions. Our own Sundown Race Team will be competing, so make sure to stop by and root them on!

More information for the race can be found here.

🎶 Eric Richards Duo at Tips Up Bar + Grill
2026-01-24 15:00 - 19:00
Enjoy great music, warm food, and drinks while taking a break from skiing or relaxing with friends and family. Perfect for a laid-back midwinter afternoon.

🎶 Casey Klein at Tips Up Bar + Grill
2026-01-30 16:00 - 20:00

IOWA WINTER GAMES 2026 | ALPINE SKI RACING
2026-01-31 10:00 - 17:00
Final Registration Deadline$35 Entry FeeWednesday, January 21, 2026

Register On-site

On-site entries will be accepted for $40. Pre-registration is preferred.

Single entry fee includes both Slalom and Giant Slalom; additional fee required for lift ticket and/or equipment rental (payments made onsite)

Sport Specific Information

Lift ticket and any equipment rental is NOT included in entry fee. Lift ticket: $46 + taxTickets are to be purchased at the Mountain Center Ticket Window.Registration will take place at the South Lodge.

Lift Tickets:$46 + taxLift tickets can be purchased at the Mountain Center ticket window

Ski Pass Discount

The Iowa Games offers a discount to Sundown Mountain Ski Pass members. Before registering, please contact Sundown Mountain to receive the discount code.

Race Team Discount

The Iowa Games offers a discount to all race teams that have 10 or more members register to compete at the Iowa Games Alpine Skiing event. Before registering, please contact Cole Bollweg (cole.bollweg@iowagames.org) or Justin Mills (millsjustinr@gmail.com) to receive the Race Team Discount code.

T-shirts

Registration includes a cotton t-shirt. Athletes have the option to upgrade their cotton shirt to a dri-fit shirt for an additional $12.00 until January 5, 2026.

Commissioners

Mark Gordonmgordon@sundownmtn.comCell: 515-778-6961563-556-6676 x 150

Steve Esser – Day of the event contactinfo@sundownmtn.com

Sasquatch Series 'Slopestyle'
2026-01-31 11:00 - 16:00
Get ready to throw down at Sundown’s terrain park during the Sasquatch Series Slopestyle Competition. Riders and skiers will take on a creative, progression-focused course built by Sundown Parks, showcasing some of the best terrain park features in the Midwest. Whether you’re competing or spectating, expect solid riding, high energy, and a true park community vibe.Event headquarters will be located in the Lower Level of the North Lodge.Event Schedule:• 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Registration ($10 cash per entry)• Waiver required prior to competing• 1:30 PM: Rider meeting• 2:00 PM: Competition begins• Awards to followAll skill levels welcome. Come ride, cheer, and be part of one of the most anticipated terrain park events of the season.

🔥 The Barn is Open!
2026-01-31 11:00 - 17:00
Warm up slopeside at The Barn, opening at 11:00 AM with laid-back outdoor fire pit vibes. Grab a drink or a fresh wrap for purchase, kick back by the fire, and enjoy free hot cocoa and s’mores while supplies last. It’s the perfect mid-day break or après stop between laps.

Cash Only.

🎶 Todd Ellis at Tips Up Bar + Grill
2026-01-31 15:00 - 19:00

🎶 Barefoot & Sunshine at Tips Up Bar + Grill
2026-02-01 13:00 - 17:00

◆ Buddy Pass Tuesdays ◆
2026-02-03 10:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-10 10:00 - 21:00
Buddy Pass Tuesdays – Full Season Members Only!

Bring a friend and share the fun all season long with Buddy Pass Tuesdays at Sundown Mountain. This exclusive offer for Full Season Members lets you bring a friend for a discounted lift ticket: $20 for lift only, or $40 for lift plus rentals. Enjoy a weekday escape on the slopes, make memories with friends, and take advantage of midweek skiing and snowboarding at an incredible value.

Details & Rules:

One Buddy Pass per Full Season Member each Tuesday

Offer valid all season, excluding Holiday Hours

Lift Ticket + Rental option available for $40

Full Season Membership required

Make your Tuesdays a little brighter, slopeside, with Buddy Pass Tuesdays at Sundown Mountain.

✨ Fabulous Fridays ✨
2026-02-06 10:00 - 23:00, 2026-02-13 10:00 - 23:00

United Way Day at Sundown!
2026-02-06 10:00 - 23:00
Winter Fun Meets Community Impact

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Kick off an unforgettable winter weekend at Sundown Mountain with the United Way Olympic Kickoff, a high-energy community celebration that blends winter sports, live music, and Olympic spirit—all while raising critical funds and awareness for United Way of Greater Dubuque.

This special Friday event sets the tone for a themed weekend at Sundown, bringing our community together for friendly competition, après-ski fun, and a shared mission to support local programs that strengthen our region.

For one day only, guests can purchase a United Way Full Lift Ticket for $40, which includes free rentals if needed, with 50% of all lift ticket proceeds donated directly to United Way. Whether you’re skiing, riding, or just soaking up the atmosphere, your night on the mountain helps make a real local impact.

Throughout the evening, United Way volunteers will be on-site in the North Lodge to share information about their work in the community and to host fun fundraising activities, including a 50/50 raffle, shotski fundraising, and complimentary s’mores cups to keep the vibes cozy.

The celebration ramps up with live music from Tony Walker from 4:00–8:00 PM, followed by the Olympic Opening Ceremony broadcast beginning at 8:00 PM, creating a true kickoff party feel that carries into the night.

Whether you’re here for the skiing, the music, or the cause, the United Way Olympic Kickoff is your chance to celebrate winter, community, and giving—all in one place.

🎶 Tony Walker at Tips Up Bar + Grill
2026-02-06 16:00 - 20:00

🏅 Olympic Games at Sundown
2026-02-07 11:00 - 16:00
Olympic Competition Day – FREE ENTRY!

Experience the thrill of competition at Sundown Mountain with our Olympic-style events, open to the public and perfect for all ages. Test your skills in the Silly Slalom Alpine Event, featuring a playful format aligned with Olympic slalom, with timed or judged runs depending on staffing.

Try your speed and coordination in the One-Foot Race, a fast-paced novelty event inspired by SkiMo, or team up for the Four-Legged Race, a 100ft uphill challenge with three participants tied together for a fun and competitive climb.

Snowboarders and skiers can also take on the Boardercross Course, with rollers, jumps, and a bracket-style elimination format. All courses are clearly signed, with terrain markers and Olympic-style scoring. Podium-style awards will be presented for Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners, making this a family-friendly, spectator-friendly, and highly energetic day on the mountain.

🎶 Jimmy Welty at Tips Up Bar + Grill
2026-02-07 16:00 - 19:00

🎶 Broken Rubber Band at Tips Up Bar + Grill
2026-02-08 13:00 - 17:00

⛷️ Nitehawk Adult Racing ⛷️
2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:00
Nitehawk Adult Racing is Sundown Mountain’s midweek adult ski league, offering a fun, social way to ski after work. Held on Wednesday nights, the league combines friendly competition with a relaxed atmosphere—no racing experience required. Teams are made up of friends, coworkers, and local businesses, with racing formats that allow skiers of all ability levels to participate. Stick around after your runs for bar specials, weekly prizes, and social time.

🇺🇸 Annual President’s Day Pass Sale 🇺🇸
2026-02-13 00:00 - 2026-02-16 23:30
Annual President’s Day Pass Sale

Don’t miss your chance to lock in your 2026–27 Season Pass at the lowest price of the year during Sundown Mountain’s Annual President’s Day Sale! Even better, these passes are wrap-around passes, so you can enjoy the remainder of this season too.

Choose from a variety of pass options including Weekend Warrior, Weekday Warrior, and Full Season Passes. This limited-time sale is perfect for planning ahead and guaranteeing family-friendly skiing and snowboarding fun next season.

Sale Dates: February 13–16, 2026Pass Options: Weekend Warrior, Weekday Warrior, Full Season PassesPricing: Details coming soon

D.A.R.E. Day at Sundown!
2026-02-13 10:00 - 23:00
Open to all D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) students and their families, DARE Days provide an exciting and educational day on the slopes. Ski or snowboard with friends while enjoying safe, fun, and family-friendly winter activities.
Pre-registration is required and ends 3 days prior to the event. Lift tickets, lessons, and rental packages are available at special pricing for pre-registered participants. Helmets are included with all rentals to keep everyone safe on the slopes.
Pricing (2025–2026 Season):

Lift Ticket: $32 Pre-Register | $37 Walk-Up

Lift Ticket + Lesson + Ski Rental: $38 Pre-Register | $43 Walk-Up

Lift Ticket + Lesson + Snowboard Rental: $43 Pre-Register | $47 Walk-Up

Important Notes:

$10 cancellation fee for refunds before pre-registration closes

No refunds once pre-registration closes

Subject to rental equipment availability

Join us for a fun, skill-building day on the mountain while celebrating the achievements of D.A.R.E. students!

🎶 The High Hands at Tips Up Bar + Grill
2026-02-13 16:00 - 20:00

PRESIDENT’S DAY SEASON PASS SALE
2026-02-14 00:00 - 2026-02-16 23:59
🚨 BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR 🚨

PRESIDENT’S DAY SEASON PASS SALE – THIS WEEKEND ONLY!

Looking for the BEST VALUE on your Sundown Mountain Resort Season Pass? This is it! For THREE DAYS ONLY, snag a 2026-2027 pass at the LOWEST PRICE OF THE YEAR and enjoy the slopes for the rest of this season AND all of next season!

Full Season Pass – ONLY $445

NEW – Kids (ages 6-8) Full Season Pass – ONLY $300Weekend Warrior Pass – ONLY $245Weekday Warrior Pass – ONLY $245
PURCHASE PASSES HERE

Why buy now?Wrap-Around Passes – These passes are valid for the REST OF THIS SEASON & ALL OF NEXT SEASON!

Buy online from Saturday, Feb. 14 until Monday, Feb. 16.This deal won’t be back until next year, so don’t miss your chance to lock in the lowest price and max out your time on the slopes!

🏂 Sasquatch Series 'Big Air & Style' 🏂
2026-02-14 11:00 - 16:00
Get ready to throw down at Sundown’s terrain park during the Sasquatch Series Big Air & Style Competition. Skiers and riders will take on a progression-focused course built by Sundown Parks, designed to reward creativity, amplitude, and personal style. Expect a high-energy afternoon filled with big airs, smooth landings, and a park community cheering on one another.Event headquarters will be located in the Lower Level of the North Lodge.Event Schedule:• 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Registration ($10 cash per entry)• Waiver required prior to competing• 1:30 PM: Rider meeting• 2:00 PM: Competition begins• Awards to followAll skill levels welcome. Come ride, cheer, and be part of one of the most anticipated terrain park events of the season.

🎶 Tete De Mort Band at Tips Up Bar + Grill
2026-02-14 16:00 - 19:00

🎶 Ozzy & Bon Joe B at Tips Up Bar + Grill
2026-02-15 13:00 - 17:00
