Enjoy après ski tunes and good food at the number one après bar in Kimberley!
Cranbrook’s, Maddisun is an authentic, visceral, and magnetic artist. Blending Americana, folk, and pop, with diverse musical influences such as Maggie Rogers, Sheryl Crow and Joni Mitchell. She crafts incredibly inspiring and uplifting music true to her heart. Her live set is beaming with positive energy and uplifting sounds. This summer Maddisun toured across Canada (including NXNE showcase in Toronto) with her new album “Home Is Where The Music Is”!
No cover. Everyone welcome. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Times & Dates:
Sat, Dec 28 at 3:00 – 6:00pm
Sat, Jan 18 at 3:00 – 6:00pm
Location: Stemwinder Bar and Grill
Learn MoreCalling all College Students!
Grab your friends and make your way up to Kimberley Alpine Resort for an evening of fun on the slopes for a crazy good deal!
Dates:
* Friday, January 10, 2025
* Friday, February 7, 2025
* Friday, March 7, 2025
Time:
Friday night lift hours – 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm on the North Star Quad servicing the Main Run.
Check out this deal!
* $25 Lift Ticket
* $25 Ski or Board Rentals
* $25 Burger & Beer College Special at Stemwinder Bar and Grill - Mountaineer Bacon + Cheddar Cheese burger with Fries and any Beer on tap! A savings of $6!
Important Information!
Purchase your lift ticket, rentals, AND burger & beer Voucher at the Ticket Window or Rental Shop. (Vouchers for burger and beer cannot be bought at Stemwinder).
Live Music in Stemwinder
Friday, Jan 10 at 7:00 – 10:00pm – Mile High Club is a local favourite that will keep the dance floor pumpin’ with hits from 70’s, 80’s, 90’s -2000’s+.
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* Offer open to ALL college students – Must show your current & valid college ID.
* Schedule subject to change.
* Stemwinder Bar & Grill – Minors must always be accompanied by a parent or guardian, only 19 yrs & older after 9:00pm.
* Call Guest Service for more information 250-427-4881.
Labatt presents Thursday Night “Rec Rut Runners” – Race Series 2025.
What is Rec Rut Runners: A challenging, yet entertaining, fun and social introduction to running gates for adults 18+.
Whether you have race experience or not, “Rec Rut Runners” is all about friends, fun and ski improvement in the gates.
When: Starts Thursday, January 16th for 6 consecutive weeks with a break during family week.
Where: On the MAIN RUN under the lights.
Time: Load lift at 5:30pm, Inspection at 5:45pm, race starts 6pm.
Après: Stemwinder 8pm (approx.) – After tear down head to the Stemwinder for après and video analysis, prizing, and socializing at the Stemwinder Bar and Grill.
Price: $90 for 6 nights.
Who can participate: Skier/boarders/telemarkers/sit-ski ( must be intermediate ability level). Ages 18+.
Drop In: $20 per race night – must sign up in Rental Shop night of the race (5:00 – 6:00pm) or during the day at the Winter Sports School Cabin.
Price does not include lift ticket:
Night-Ski Passes available at guest services or call (250) 427-4881.
3 Ways to register:
1. Sign up Friday between 8:30 – 4:00pm at the Winter Sports School Cabin located in the KAR base area.
2. Call the Winter Sports School (250) -432-0315.
3. DROP IN registration the night of race between 4pm-6pm at the Rental Shop.
Please note: HELMETS are MANDATORY.
2025 Schedule:
* Jan 16 - Dual Glalom Race
* Jan 23 - Dual SLALOM Race
* Jan 30 - Dual Glalom Race
* Feb 6 - Thigh Burner GS Race
* Feb 13 - Valentines Day Race your Sweet Heart Dual Glalom Race
* Feb 27 - Dual GS Race
Kimberley Alpine Resort is an IFSA Junior Regional stop in the series, hosting the Jeep Junior Freeride Series on January 24 – 26.
Snowboarding has been included again to this year’s event. We’re excited for snowboarders to join in with our Freeride competition this year!
Presented by Rossignol and Smith Optics.
This event provides the opportunity for youth between the ages of 7 and 18 to develop and showcase their skiing and snowboarding skills in a fun and supportive environment. The Jeep Junior Freeride Series is the only one of its kind in Canada and part of Resort of the Canadian Rockies (RCR) ongoing commitment to providing active and healthy pursuits for youth.
Check out the next generation of freeriders! Competitors will display their skills on natural terrain while being judged on 5 categories – Line Choice, Control, Fluidity, Technique and Style/Energy.
This event is part of the IFSA Junior 2* Series. IFSA membership is needed to enter the series, competitors will have their results count towards IFSA ranking must have a valid 24-25 IFSA membership. Memberships can be purchased on the IFSA website.
IFSA Event Page Link
FULL SCHEDULE COMING SOON
Basic Schedule:
* Jan 23- Official inspection day and registration at KAR Guest Services 9am – 7pm
* Jan 24 – Day 1 qualifiers – Late Registration 7:30am at KAR Guest Services
* Jan 25 – Day 2 qualifiers
* Jan 26 – Day 3 finals
OTHER IMPORTANT EVENT INFO
– All athletes MUST have a current IFSA Membership, Regional Membership and your IFSA username and password to register.
– It is mandatory for all athletes to have a CERTIFIED IFSA COACH with a current IFSA Coach Membership. This includes Independent Athletes – Independent Athletes must have an IFSA certified Parent Coach
– Helmets and Back Protectors are mandatory
Waivers
All athletes must complete the online RCR Event Release Agreement(s) prior to completing registration this year.
Once complete, you will receive a unique “Agreement ID” for each waiver you fill out. Please save the code(s), as you will need to enter the code(s) during the registration process below.
Links to the Release Agreements
RCR Event Release Agreement
RCR Parental Release Agreement
Lift Tickets
* Competitors and coaches receive a 20% discount on lift tickets.
* All competitors can receive up to two (2) discount vouchers for their family members.
Lodging
Stay on mountain at Trickle Creek Lodge with special deals on suites. The Lodge is only steps from the lift. Click Here for Lodging rates. Remember to quote ” 2025 Junior Free Ride” for the special rate.”
North Star Ski-Mountaineering Race on January 31, February 1st and 2nd, 2025.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN – Register now.
Hosted at Kimberley Alpine Resort, a weekend of Ski Mountaineering Racing (Skimo for short) is the second stop on the 2025 Canada Cup circuit.
Skimo Canada is the National Sport Organization for Skimo in Canada and sanctions a series of Skimo races each winter. Sanctioned Skimo race results count towards an athlete’s National rankings and their chance to be named to the Canadian National Teams. The sport of Skimo will be in the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympic Winter Games and National Team members are racing World Cup events in Europe winter 2025 hoping to secure a spot (or two) for Canada.
Kimberley has a rich tradition of ski touring and our own annual skimo race up Boundary on North Star Mountain. We are thrilled to welcome Canada Cup racing to Kimberley, giving the locals a chance to participate in the different Skimo disciplines.
The North Star Skimo weekend will feature three different disciplines; the Vertical, Sprint and Individual.
The Vertical - Friday, January 31st is very similar to the traditional Kimberley Skimo race with a couple of twists. It is further and higher, going from the base to the top of Easter. It is also a “fastest to the finish line” event and involves no downhill skiing.
The Sprint - Saturday, February 1st on Rosa just below the Kootenay Haus. The Sprint discipline is much shorter (70M) and involves climbing with skins, boot packing and descending on skis through gates. Athletes race solo at first to obtain their qualifying time on the course, then they are seeded into heats and race against 3-4-5 other athletes simultaneously. The heats see athletes race side by side, a bit like roller derby on skis.The Sprint discipline is a super friendly spectator event.
The Individual - Sunday, February 2nd; as the name implies racers take on the course solo. Two divisions are in play; a recreational division for those new to the sport and for those that use heavy metal gear, split boards or Tele set ups. The recreational route is a little shorter and has slightly less Vertical.There is a competitive division too, for folks that want a longer, harder and more technical route. Usually on Skimo race gear (light skis and boots/bindings) the competitive athletes line up at the very same start line as the recreational athletes. The gun goes off and so do the competitive rabbits wearing skin suits!! There are at least 3 separate ascents on skins, an equal number of descents and one or two bootpack sections. The route will effectively circumnavigate the ski hill with between 1300-1600M vertical and approximately 6-8Km in distance.
Come on out to participate or as a spectator as Kimberley hosts a weekend of Canada Cup Skimo racing.
Learn MoreLive, après ski music with Sheva!
Fiddle laced pop/folk repertoire that features great vocals intertwined with excellent harmonies!
No cover! Come and support LIVE LOCAL music and don’t forget to try the Waffle Fry Poutine!
Date: Feb 1 & 2, 2025
Time: 3:00–6:00pm
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Learn MoreJoin the Ski Everest Challenge, a fundraiser in support of Young life Cranbrook!
We are looking for adventurous skiers to tackle the challenge of skiing the equivalent height of Mount Everest, or for generous sponsors to partner with us by supporting a skier of their choice. All proceeds will help raise funds for local teens in our community.
The event kicks off at 8:30 AM at the Kimberley Ski Hill on Feb 8 and will include a bag lunch, a potluck dinner at Trickle Creek Lodge starting at 4:00 PM, and exciting prizes donated by local businesses. Ski registration closes on December 20th, 2024.
Register or donate and make a difference in the lives of Cranbrook’s youth! Young Life Website coming soon.
Learn MoreThe Testers will be ROCKIN the Stemwinder Feb 16 & 17!
The Testers are the Kootenay’s premier dance band. We guarantee you will know all of their classics – bring your dancing shoes!
Date: Feb 16 & 17
Time: 3:00–6:00pm
No cover! Come and support LIVE LOCAL music and don’t forget to try the Waffle Fry Poutine!
Learn MoreKick back and relax after a day on the slopes with free, live music from HEATHER GEMMELL at the Stemwinder Bar and Grill.
Date: Mar 8 & 9, 2025
Time: 3:00-6:00pm
Location: Stemwinder Bar and Grill located in resort base area
Minors must always be accompanied by an adult
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