Festivals and events in the mountains

From après-ski parties and ski weekends to summer festivals and cycling events – discover the best experiences the mountains have to offer. This is your guide to seasonal highlights that make your trip even more memorable.

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Ski Test Weekend Sälen

Try new skis, snowboards and equipment for free in Sälen between 5 and 6 December 2025!

Sälen, 4 Dec - 7 Dec 2025

Ski Test Weekend Trysil

Try new skis, snowboards and equipment in Trysil for free between 6 and 7 December 2025!

Ski test weekend in Trysil with ski equipment stands and participants in a snowy landscape

Trysil, 4 Dec - 7 Dec 2025

Ski Test Weekend Hemsedal

Try new skis, snowboards and equipment in Hemsedal for free between December 13 and 14 2025!

Hemsedal, 11 Dec - 14 Dec 2025

Ski Test Weekend Åre

Try new skis, snowboards and equipment in Åre for free between December 12 and 13 2025!

Åre, 11 Dec - 14 Dec 2025

Ski Test Weekend

Endurance and speed

Hemsedal Up N' Down

Join Hemsedal Up N' Down – a lift-based ski race packed with speed, team spirit and great vibes from start to finish.

Hemsedal, 7 Mar 2026

Steilhang Race by EQPE & SM

The season’s coolest alpine competitions will take place on Svartåshanget in Klövsjö - this year with National Championship status!

Audience in front of the ski slope at the Steilhang Race competition organized by EQPE, with a forest in the background

Vemdalen, 26 Mar - 29 Mar 2026

Skutskjutet in Åre

On 18 April, the legendary Skutskjutet returns, a fast-paced downhill race for all levels and an Åre classic celebrating its 50th anniversary. Get ready for excitement, community spirit and lifelong memories!

Happy skiers in colorful outfits celebrate together after a competition in a winter landscape on a sunny day

Åre, 18 Apr 2026

Fjällmaraton Sälen by EQPE

The Fjällmaraton Sälen is a trail adventure for those who enjoy outdoor experiences, running and beautiful scenery. Choose between the 42K, 21K or 10K route and the kids can take part in the Children's Mountain Marathon.

Runners participate in a mountain marathon in a scenic mountainous environment with expansive landscapes and clear weather

Sälen, 28 Aug - 30 Aug 2026

Crowd-friendly events

AUDI FIS SKI WORLD CUP

During 14-15 March 2026, the women's alpine elite will compete in the AUDI FIS SKI WORLD CUP in Åre.

Skiers compete in giant slalom in Åre, Sweden, with colorful gates and spectators in the foreground

Åre, 14 Mar - 15 Mar 2026

Vasaloppet Bike Festival – Cykelvasan 2026

Welcome to wonderful days filled with activities for all ages where the focus is on cycling. As usual, the Cykelvasa race (Vasaloppet by Bike) takes place on Fridays and Saturdays, but for anyone staying at Lindvallen throughout the week, there’s a substantial range of activities for the whole family.

Swedish cyclists in blue and yellow outfits participate in the Vasaloppet, smiling and shaking hands after the race, with spectators in the background

Sälen, 3 Aug - 9 Aug 2026

B-RAGE Sesh by GT

Watch as Brage Vestavik hosts an all-out show on the legendary B-RAGE trail. Some of the world’s top freeride riders gather for a spectator experience packed with speed, style and wild tricks. This is the most thrilling MTB event of the summer!

A cyclist performs a backflip in a forest area during a mountain biking competition

Trysil, 28 Aug - 30 Aug 2026

Mountain festivals

Vemdalsfinalen - the end of the season

After a fantastic season of skiing and wonderful experiences, the ski season ends with fast-paced activities and memorable experiences.

Competitive skiers celebrate at the Vemdalen final with sunshine and spectators in the background

Vemdalen, 9 Apr - 12 Apr 2026

Ski & Rock

We bring the ski season in Sälen to a close with a real festival atmosphere, fantastic spring skiing, large outdoor stages and awesome artists.

Sälen, 16 Apr - 19 Apr 2026

Winterend Trysil

Winterend is back for the fourth time! Bigger, better and more atmospheric than ever. Four days of snow, music, après-ski and great vibes in the mountains.

Trysil, 16 Apr - 19 Apr 2026

Winterend Hemsedal

Join us in Hemsedal from 30 April to 3 May 2026 for the season finale. Winterend offers live music, skiing and great vibes all weekend long.

Two happy women in colorful ski clothes are dancing in front of a stage at the Winterend Festival in Hemsedal, May 2026

Hemsedal, 30 Apr - 3 May 2026

Åre Sessions 2026

Finish the season in Åre with top artists and skiing. Your SkiPass is your ticket. Limited capacity – book early, central stays go fast.

Three happy people are celebrating outdoors at a music festival on a sunny day in Sweden

Åre, 30 Apr - 3 May 2026

Trysil Bike Fest 2026

Trysil Bike Fest kicks off summer at Fjellekspressen with cycling fun for friends and family. Join in for action, courses, competitions and fun for all ages.

Trysil, 5 Jun - 7 Jun 2026

Åre Bike Festival

Our annual Åre Bike Park festival traditionally runs from 1-5 July. Look forward to an extraordinary cycling experience.

Bicycle festival with spectators and mountain biking by the sea in Åre, Sweden

Åre, 1 Jul - 5 Jul 2026

Season finale festivals

A getaway with the girls

Tjejmilen Sälen by EQPE

Tjejmilen in Sälen is a mountain experience full of energy, community and nature. Choose between 5 or 10 km on easy trails in stunning mountain surroundings. A weekend for women who want to move, enjoy and have fun together.

A person running Tjejmilen with arms raised, cheerful expression, dressed in a pink shirt and cap, verdant background

Sälen, 12 Jun - 14 Jun 2026

Trysilrypa 2026 – the ultimate girls’ mountain weekend

Norway's biggest mountain race and march for women! An amazing weekend with races and entertainment.

Three happy runners jump in the air in the mountains, wearing race numbers and blue shirts during a competition in beautiful weather

Trysil, 3 Sep - 6 Sep 2026

SkiStar Winter Games

SkiStar Winter Games Vemdalen

The SkiStar Winter Games is the natural meeting place for anyone who loves downhill skiing. Top-class competitions are combined with activities that spark a love of skiing, both in and outside the competition arena.

Vemdalen, 9 Jan - 11 Jan 2026

SkiStar Winter Games Sälen

SkiStar Winter Games is the meeting place for everyone who loves alpine skiing. World-class competitions are combined with fun activities that create ski joy for all, both on and off the competition arena.

Skistar Winter Games in Sälen with happy skiers and large crowds. Winter sports festival with competitions and events for all ages

Sälen, 15 Apr - 19 Apr 2026

SkiStar Winter Games Hemsedal

SkiStar Winter Games in Hemsedal is the perfect meeting place for everyone who loves alpine skiing. Top-level competitions are combined with activities that inspire joy on the slopes, both on and off the slope.

Hemsedal, 24 Apr - 26 Apr 2026

Summer events in the mountains for the whole family

Cycling festivals, family activities, music and adventures – the mountains are alive in summer too. Explore this summer’s events and get inspired for your next trip.

See this summer’s events

Experience the winter highlights in the mountains

From après-ski and competitions to festivals and season finales – the mountains offer plenty of events during winter. See what’s happening at our destinations and plan your next adventure.

See this winter’s events

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