Snowmass Aims for Thanksgiving Opening Day
Snowmass is preparing to welcome skiers and riders back on Thanksgiving, with lifts scheduled to run from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. if conditions allow. The announcement keeps pace with the resort’s usual timing alongside Aspen Mountain. Local tourism officials say the holiday kickoff brings the community together as winter begins.
Key Points
• Snowmass plans to open Nov. 27 with weather-dependent operations.
• Aspen Skiing Company will finalize terrain and amenity offerings in the coming weeks.
• Last year saw an early opening at both Snowmass and Aspen Mountain due to strong snowstorms.
• Snowmass features over 3,300 acres, 98 trails, and 21 lifts, with Thanksgiving occupancy typically on the lighter side.
As the holiday season approaches, all eyes are on snowfall to determine how much terrain will be ready for day one. The resort is poised to launch another vibrant winter once conditions line up.
By: River Stingray | Post Independent | Nov 5, 2025
Photo: Austin Colbert/The Aspen Times