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Elevation: 2,080m
Mar
16
2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
SUN PEAKS, BC (March 16, 2023): Although the Sun Peaks 2022-23 winter season is nearing its end, there is still plenty of stoke for spring with phenomenal skiing conditions, a great lineup of events, celebrations and unbeatable retail sales.
Retail sales: Until April 10th
From now until April 10th, shops are depleting their winter stock by offering sales ranging from 25%-70% off. Check out Elevation Bike, Ski and Board, Jardines, Freefall, John Tod Trading, McSporties, Sneaky Scallywags, Southside Board Shop, Sun Peaks Sports, Sun Peaks Yoga, the North Face Mountain Outfitters, and Three Peaks to get yourself outfitted for next season.
Garden Party Rail Jam: March 18th
The Sun Peaks Park Crew will host the Garden Party Rail Jam – an open format rail competition. Shredders comfortable on L and XL features can win prizes by showcasing their tricks, culture, sportsmanship, and creativity.
The Elleboard Snowboard Camp: March 21st
The Elleboard Snowboard Camp will follow – a national program from Snowboard Canada, produced in partnership with Sun Peaks Resort, inviting women of all abilities to work with experienced coaches on progression in the terrain park.
Hub International Nancy Greene Festival: March 24-25th
The 18th Annual Hub International Nancy Greene Festival returns with over 600 kids participating in a speed trap, dual GS, jump contest, skier X style kombi course, moguls, and other fun events. Nancy will be in attendance to show her spirit for the racers, sign helmets and hand out awards.
Sun Peaks Food and Wine Festival: March 30th – April 2nd
The last weekend of March brings the Sun Peaks Food and Wine Festival. Local restaurants and businesses will host an array of events like paint and sips, axe throwing and wine tasting, bubbles and brunch, and more.
Peak Pride: March 30th – April 2nd
March will also end with the world’s largest collection of winter pride events here in Sun Peaks! Sun Peaks is partnering with the Rebellious Unicorns to host events including Drag Bingo, comedy shows, group skiing and the Peak Pride Parade.
The return of the classic spring festival, Wonder Weekend, will close out the 2022/23 season. All weekend long, skiers and riders are encouraged to sport their favourite vintage threads and participate in a myriad of contests and activities.
“It’s all about getting together and getting excited about those last turns of the season,” says Arlene Schieven, President and CEO of Tourism Sun Peaks. “The playful spring conditions combined with the return of classic festivals like the Sun Peaks Food and Wine Festival and Wonder Weekend are a great way to top off an amazing season”.
Reflecting on Winter 2022-23
As the winter comes to a close, we reflect on a season full of successful events, record-breaking fundraising initiatives and stellar snow conditions. Sun Peaks Resort partnered with RedBull to bring the first RedBull Homerun event to Canada, attracting 260 participants. The 26th annual TELUS Nancy Greene Alpine Classic raised a record-breaking $70,000 for the Sun Peaks Education Society and the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation. Tourism Sun Peaks was also proud to partner with the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association to host the 7 Celebrations – Reconnecting in Sun Peaks event where Juno-nominated, Canadian rock band, the Trews performed live, and community members and visitors celebrated the history of the Secwépemc peoples. And to top it all off, skiers and riders have been revelling in late season pow days – Sun Peaks saw over 130cm of fresh snow between the beginning of February and March!
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About Sun Peaks
Sun Peaks is a resort community in the heart of British Columbia and a year-round destination for guests in search of a welcoming and stress-free mountain experience. In winter, it boasts the second-largest ski area in Canada and is consistently recognized as one of the top ski resorts in North America. The European-style ski-in/out, pedestrian village features locally-owned and operated shops, restaurants and lodging. In summer, Sun Peaks offers a wide range of activities including an 18-hole, par 72 Graham Cooke-designed golf course, lift-access downhill and cross-country mountain biking, hiking trails and a year-round line up of events. Sun Peaks is recognized for its environmental policies and practices, and was the first resort in North America and the only resort in Canada to earn the ISO 14001 designation for environmental management.
For further information please contact:
Jenny Hodder
Travel Media Specialist
Tourism Sun Peaks
Phone: 250-318-3633
Email: jenny@sunpeakstourism.com