Plan Your Trip for Mammoth Mountain Opening Weekend

October 28, 2026

The 2026/27 season officially kicks off in November! Will you be there?

Seems like Winter 24/25 just ended but Mother Nature is ready for the Mammoth Mountain opening day; are you? Mammoth Mountain 25/26 opening weekend officially kicks off on Thursday Nov 20th.

Opening Day Festivities at Mammoth Mountain

First Chair & Banner Breakthrough

The mountain opens for skiing and snowboarding on Friday, November 13th! If you want to get first chair you’ll have to line up early. In years past, dedicated skiers and snowboarders have camped overnight in line at Broadway Express, sleeping on the snow to secure a seat on the first chair. Even if you aren’t as dedicated as the first chair campers, you’ll want to arrive early to Main Lodge to partake in the festivities.

As the clock strikes 8:30am, officially kick-off the season by joining Woolly, Mammoth Mountain's popular mascot, for the annual first chair and banner breakthrough.

Winter Kick Off Party

Celebrate as Mammoth Mountain kicks off the season and fires up the lifts.

More details to come.

Weather and conditions can change so make sure to check back often for updates.

Early Season Special Offers

Discounted Mammoth Mountain Tickets & Lodging

Come for Opening Weekend and kick off the season with pre-season savings; up to 35% on lodging and up to 50% on lift tickets.

For more Mammoth Lakes offers that have you covered for the whole season, check out our special offers page.

Pack your gear, grab a few friends and head to Mammoth Lakes to start the 2026/27 ski season off right. First chair is only the beginning. The event includes a full weekend of entertainment and activities for families and friends who want to shred the hill or celebrate the season with a bang.

New additions to the line-up of events are being added as the weekend approaches, so check Mammoth Mountain’s website for updated opening weekend information.

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