Why You Need To Switch Your Spring Skiing To April

With 2,908 acres of skiing and snowboarding terrain spanning five peaks, it’s no wonder Breckenridge Ski Resort is a top skiing destination. And with its base sitting at 10,000ft combined with Colorado’s 300+ days of sunshine, it’s also one of the best spots for spring skiing too. Breckenridge boasts one of the longest ski seasons in the US, opening early November, and now staying open until mid-to-late May. So why switch your spring skiing to April? Not only is the snow great, your days will be filled with live music, events and apres on the patio– plus, the traditional spring break crowds are gone.

Spring Skiing on The Mountain

Spring is the best time to experience deep snow and sunny days in the same trip.

Don’t like skiing hard snow? Conditions this time of year are soft and forgiving, which makes it more fun for beginners and experts alike. Thanks to late season snowfall, it’s easy to enjoy Breckenridge’s groomers, bowls, parks and high alpine terrain. Add in the fact that the days are longer, you can plan to ski until the lifts close and still have enough daylight to enjoy après on one of the many decks at the ski area and in town.

Deals

Those visiting in April will enjoy all the benefits of spring skiing with a cheaper price. Typically, there will be lodging deals at condo properties, flights are usually much cheaper, and everything from ski apparel to souvenirs will be on sale around town as shops prepare for summer inventory. You don’t even need to wait last minute to book, April deals will start showing up during January and February if not sooner. For lift tickets, be sure to book at least seven days in advance for the best prices.

Events

The Imperial Challenge at Breckenridge Ski Resort.

April in Breckenridge has no shortage of events and festivities! Spring is nature’s way of saying, “let’s party,” and  Breckenridge’s Spring Events are just that!

Kona Ski Beach – March 21, 22, 28 & 29 and April 4 & 5, 2025

Spring has sprung and we’re celebrating the good vibrations at the base of Peak 9 with the Kona Big Wave Ski Beach! Ride the stoke, get in the groove, and bring your Big Breck Energy to the snow from 1-4 PM featuring refreshing brews, delicious food, and rad tunes from live DJs every Friday and Saturday afternoon from March 21-April 5. 

Breck’s Imperial Challenge – April 5, 2025 

The Imperial Challenge is a unique, wild, and fun pseudo-triathlon, test of athleticism, rite of spring, and all around community party where local folks and uphill enthusiasts alike gather in Breck to race to the top of Peak 8 at 13,000 feet above-sea-level! Participants start in town at 9,600 feet above sea-level and race to the base of Peak 7 at Breckenridge Ski Resort on foot or on bicycle, then transition over to uphill skis or splitboards and skins to make their way uphill to the top of Peak 8 before racing back down again. This route is no easy feat with nearly 4,000 feet of elevation gain and approximately 10 miles of human-powered travel. This year’s event takes place on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Spandex, tutus and costumes are always encouraged! For more information and to register, visit RaceBreck.com.  

Rockstar DJ Cat – April 5, 12 & 19, 2025

Ski, ride, dance, and party like a Rockstar as the Rockstar Energy DJ Cat brings the bumpin’ beats to the slopes of Peak 8. This snowcat-turned-DJ Booth will be on the prowl select Saturdays in April to amp up the energy and vibes while you ski and ride lap, after lap, after lap. The purrrfect way to bust a move and be feline good on the snow this spring! Meowwww! 

Peaks & Beats – April 26-27, 2025  

Springtime is all about good times and the high alpine at Breck, and we’re bringing it all together with our new spring bash, Peaks & Beats. Double down on all your favorite spring staples – high alpine laps, live music and DJs, and the annual tradition of pond skimming, with a new two-day format for two times the big Breck energy. That’s right! Two days of free concerts AND two days of pond skimming. Send it into spring in style with us at Peaks & Beats when it all goes down this spring at the center of the universe, the base of Peak 8. After our first day of pond skimming on Saturday, Dombresky will take the stage for a free live DJ set followed by Cassian throwing it down after the second pond skim sesh on Sunday. Costumes are not required but are strongly encouraged, so get out your favorite onesie, your brightest neon, or your most water-resistant denim and join us for all the fun this spring. We’ll be sharing more details on pond skim registration in April.   

Après Ski

Après beer at Coppertop on Peak 9 in Breckenridge.

Our Colorado mountain town is graced with 300+ days of glorious mood-boosting sunshine a year, and if there’s anything locals love more than playing hard, it’s logging solid lounge time on sun-soaked patios and decks in Breckenridge. The longer days allow for more exploring outside and more time to enjoy the bars and restaurants on mountain and in town. Learn more about the in’s and out’s of our favorite past time or look up happy hours, live music and special events in Breckenridge!

Spring in Breckenridge is one of the best times to explore the resort and town,  but don’t take our word for it – come soak up some spring skiing for yourself!