2026-2027 Kids Ski Free & Discounted Passes
2026-2027 Kids Ski Free & Discounted Passes
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WinterKids
on Tuesday, June 23, 2026
**Last Updated 6/23/2026. Visit each pass program's official website for the most accurate information.
It may be summer, but did you know it's also the best time to score affordable ski passes for your kids? Across the US, there are a ton of different non-profit organizations and mountains that offer special ski pass deals for kids, giving elementary-aged skiers (typically up to 6th grade) access to the top ski resorts in the country for under $100. These kids' ski pass programs can save families hundreds on lift tickets, and many come with added perks like discounted ski passes for the family and discounts on rentals, lessons, and at local ski shops. With registration already open for many of these passes, shopping early means better availability and more savings. We’ve broken down the different pass options by location so your family can make the most out of the season!
Open for Enrollment:
Updated for 2026/2027:
These programs haven’t released their details for the upcoming 2026/2027 season just yet. Below, you’ll find last year’s (2025/2026) information to give you an idea of what to expect.
Heads up: Be sure to visit each pass program’s official website and the individual resort websites for the most accurate and up-to-date details. Pass rules, redemption instructions, and blackout dates vary widely and can change without notice. Some passes require advance reservations, while others require in-person pickup or specific steps to redeem tickets, so it's worth double-checking before you hit the road.
Colorado
Opens August 1st
Closes 1/31/27 or once sold out
CSCUSA Ski Passport
Explore some of the best mountains in Colorado thanks to Colorado Ski Country USA!
Cost: $77 for K - 2nd, $82 for 3rd - 6th
Pass Access: 4 days at each mountain
Additional Benefits: 2 free junior daily rental packages from Christy Sports.
Other Passes Offered:
Gem Teen Pass: A discounted pass for 12 to 17 year olds.
Gem Parent Pass: An adult discounted pass available when you purchase a Kids Ski Passport or Gem Teen Pass.
- Arapahoe Basin
- Aspen Highlands
- Aspen Mountain
- Buttermilk
- Cooper
- Copper Mountain
- Echo Mountain
- Eldora
- Granby Ranch
- Howelsen Hill
- Loveland
- Monarch Mountain
- Powderhorn
- Purgatory Resort
- Snowmass
- Steamboat
- Sunlight
- Telluride
- Winter Park
Blackout Dates:
Dec 25th - Jan 1st, Jan 17th - 18th, Feb 14th - 15th
OPEN!
Must register in person at an Epic Mountain Gear Location
Epic SchoolKids Colorado
A free way for Colorado kids to hit the slopes!
Pass Access: 4 days at each mountain
Additional Benefits: 1 free Epic School Kids lesson and rental package for first-time skiers and snowboarders. Lessons are based on availability and it's best to book in advance.
Important to Know:
This FREE program is offered to Colorado residents.
Registration closes in early fall, so plan ahead and book early!
- Beaver Creek
- Breckenridge
- Crested Butte
- Keystone
- Vail
Blackout Dates:
Nov 27th - 28th, Dec 26th - 31st, Jan 16th , Feb 13th - 14th
OPEN!
Price increases to $99 on December 1st
Utah Ski Passport Program
A ticket to Utah's legendary snow without the full-price!
Pass Access: 3 days at each mountain
Important to Know: Each mountain has different instructions on how to use the pass. Some require you to redeem in person at the ticket window, while others require you to redeem online. Learn More →
Other Passes Offered:
Yeti Pass: A discounted adult pass that includes a 1-day ticket to each mountain with the purchase of a kid's passport.
- Alta Ski Area*
- Beaver Mountain*
- Brian Head Resort
- Brighton Resort*
- Cherry Peak Resort
- Deer Valley*
- Eagle Point
- Nordic Valley
- Park City Mountain*
- Powder Mountain**
- Snowbasin*
- Snowbird*
- Solitude
- Sundance Resort*
- Woodward Park City*
Blackout Dates: At select (*) mountains.
Nov 27th - 28th, Dec 26th - 31st, Jan 16th - 17th, Feb 13th - 14th
**Additional blackout dates apply
Epic SchoolKids Utah
The best introduction to the sport for Utah residents!
Additional Benefits: 1 free Epic School Kids lesson and rental package for first-time skiers and snowboarders. Lessons are based on availability and it's best to book in advance.
Important to Know:
This FREE program is offered to Utah residents.
Registration closes in early fall, so plan ahead and book early!
Blackout Dates:
Nov 27th - 28th, Dec 26th - 31st, Jan 16th , Feb 13th - 14th
Power Kids Pass
The BEST regional pass, covering New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, and Chile!
Age: 12 years old and under
Additional Benefits: Pass includes unlimited mountain bike uplift access at Purgatory, Lee Canyon, Brian Head, and Spider Mountain.
Other Passes Offered:
Power Pass also has a ton of different discounted pass options from full-season to day-package passes for teens, adults, and seniors. Explore all Power Passes →
- Brian Head Resort
- La Parva Ski Resort
- Lee Canyon
- Nordic Valley Ski Resort
- Pajarito Mountain
- Purgatory Resort
- Sandia Peak Ski Area
- Sipapu Resort
- Snowbowl
- Valle Nevado Resort
Blackout Dates: NONE!
Idaho Peak Season Passport
**This is 25/26 information. Check the Ski Idaho website for the most up-to-date info**
Pass Access: 3 days for 5th, 2 days for 6th
Need to Know: Some mountains may require the purchase of an RFID card for the lift pass. They're about $5 and can be reloaded and reused.
- Bald Mountain
- Bogus Mountain
- Brundage Mountain
- Cottonwood Butte
- Grand Targhee*
- Little Ski Hill
- Lookout Pass*
- Lost Trail*
- Magic Mountain
- Pebble Creek
- Pomerelle
- Schweiter
- Silver Mountain**
- Soldier Mountain
- Sun Valley
- Tamarack*
Blackout Dates: At select (*) mountains.
**Blackout dates apply + No Saturdays.
5th Grade Ski Free Passport
**This is 25/26 information. Check the Ski the NW Rockies website for the most up-to-date info**
Explore the beauty of the Rockies with a pass that gives you access to Washington and Idaho!
Pass Access: 3 days per mountain
Additional Benefits: Some mountains offer additional discounts on lessons, rentals, gear, and season passes! Learn More →
- 49 Degrees North
- Lookout Pass
- Mt Spokane
- Silver Mountain
MSIA Cold is Cool
**This is 25/26 information. Check the MSIA website for the most up-to-date info**
Ski all over the beautiful state of Michigan with the Cold is Cool pass!
Pass Access: 2-3 days per mountain
Additional Benefits: Pass includes access to cross-country locations, discounts at participating Michigan ski shops, and some mountains have additional programs and discounts available!
Need to Know: Pass is valid with the purchase of an adult day ticket
- Bittersweet Ski Resort*
- Boyne Mountain Resort*
- Caberfae Peaks*
- Cannonsburg
- Crystal Mountain*
- Hanson Hills
- Hickory Hill
- Marquette Mountain*
- Mont Ripley
- Mt Brighton
- Mt Holiday
- Mt Holly
- Norway Mountain
- Nub's Nob
- Otsego Resort
- Pine Mountain
- Porcupine Mountain
- Shanty Creek Resorts
- Snow Snake Ski & Golf
- Snowriver Mountain*
- Swiss Valley Ski & Snowboard Area
- The Highland
- Timber Ridge Ski Area
- Treetops Resort
Ski NH 4th & 5th Grade Passport
**This is 25/26 information. Check the Ski NH website for the most up-to-date info**
Discover some of the East Coast's hidden gems of New Hampshire!
Pass Access: 1 day at each mountain
Additional Benefits: Includes access to 12 cross-country resorts!
Need to Know: Some mountains may require the purchase of an RFID card for the lift pass. Most are around $5 and can be reloaded and reused.
- Abenaki Ski Area
- Attitash Mountain
- Bretton Woods
- Cannon Mountain
- Cranmore Mountain
- Crotched Mountain
- Dartmouth Skiway
- Granite Gorge
- Gunstock Mountain
- King Pine
- Loon Mountain
- McIntyre Ski Area
- Mount Sunapee
- Pats Peak
- Ragged Mountain
- Tenney
- The Vets
- Waterville Valley Resort
- Whaleback Mountain
- Wildcat Mountain
Blackout Dates:
Christmas Break, MLK Weekend, President's Weekend, February Break
Ski Vermont's 5th Grade Passport Program
Explore the legends of the East Coast thanks to Ski Vermont!
Pass Access: 3 days at each mountain
Additional Benefits: Also receive access to 3 days at 30 cross-country areas!
Need to Know: These are vouchers that are valid with the purchase of an adult day ticket. Reserve vouchers online and redeem either in-person or online, depending on the mountain. Learn More →Some mountains may require purchasing an RFID card for the lift ticket. These are usually around $5 and can be reloaded and reused.
- Bolton Valley*
- Bromley*
- Burke*
- Cochran's Ski Area
- Jay Peak*
- Killington**
- Lyndon Outing Club
- Mad River Glen*
- Magic Mountain*
- Middleburg College Snow Bowl
- Mount Snow Report*
- Northeast Slopes
- Okemo*
- Pico**
- Saskadena Sky Ski Area / Woodstock Inn & Resort*
- Ski Quechee*
- Smugglers' Notch*
- Stowe*
- Stratton*
- Sugarbush Resort*
WinterKids.org Passport
**This is 25/26 information. Check Winterkids.org for the most up-to-date info**
A fun way for kids to discover local mountains in New York + 2 New Jersey locations!
Cost: $40 (for a family of 5, $10 for each additional member)
Pass Access: 1-2 days at each mountain
Need to Know: Access is different depending on each mountain.
Most mountains require the purchase of an adult day ticket.
Additional Benefits: Includes major access to free and discounted tickets to cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice skating.
Passholders receive additional savings at local Maine ski shops and mountain rentals and lessons. You will also gain access to unique family days and pass-holder perks.
- Baker Mountain
- Big Moose Mountain
- Big Rock Mountain
- Black Mountain of Maine
- Camden Snow Bowl
- Lonesome Pine Trails
- Lost Valley Ski Area
- Mt Abram
- Mt Jefferson
- Pleasant Mountain
- Powderhouse Hill Ski Area
- Quarry Road Trails
- Quoggy Jo Ski Area
- Saddleback Mountain
- Spruce Mountain
- Sugarloaf
- Sunday River
- Titcomb Mountain
October 2026
Pass active starting Dec. 1st
SKI NY Kids Passport
**This is 25/26 information. Check the Ski NY website for the most up-to-date info**
A fun way for kids to discover local mountains in New York + 2 New Jersey locations!
Pass Access: 2 days at each mountain
Need to Know: Passport is valid with the purchase of an adult day ticket. Limited to redeeming 2 passport holder tickets per adult ticket.
- Bellaeyre*
- Big Snow American Dream - NJ**
- Bristol
- Buffalo Ski Center*
- Catamount Ski Area*
- Dry Hill Ski Area
- Gore
- Greek Peak
- Holiday Mt
- Holiday Valley
- Holimont**
- Hunt Hollow**
- Kissing Bridge
- Labrador Mt*
- McMauley Mt
- Mount Peter*
- Mountain Creek - NJ**
- Mt Pisgah
- Oak Mt
- Peek n Peek
- Platterkill Mt*
- Snow Ridge
- Song Mountain*
- Swain
- Thunder Ridge*
- Titus Mt*
- West Mt*
- Whiteface
- Windham Mt Club*
Blackout Dates: At select (*) mountains. **Blackout dates apply + midweek access only. See details →
September
Passes expires August
PA Outdoor Adventure Pass
A year-round pass with access to tons of PA adventures and activities!
Pass Access: 1 day at each mountain
Additional Benefits: This is a year-round pass with access to theme parks, zoos, guided tours and rental equipment, indoor activities like laser tag and go-karts, water parks, hiking, mountain biking, golf, lodging options and more. See full list →
Need to Know: Most mountains require the purchase of an adult day ticket. Some mountains offer BOGO tickets with the purchase of and adult day ticket. See details →
- Bear Creek
- Blue Knob
- Blue Mountain
- Camelback Resort
- Elk Mountain
- Ski Big Bear
- Montage
- Mt Pleasant
- Sawmill
- Shawnee
- Spring Mountain
- Tussey Mountain
Fall
Pass active starting Jan. 2nd
Ski West Virginia 4th & 5th Grade Passport
**This is 25/26 information. Check the Ski West Virginia website for the most up-to-date info**
A fun way for kids to discover local mountains in New York + 2 New Jersey locations!
Pass Access: 3 days at each mountain
Need to Know: Passport is valid with the purchase of an adult day ticket.
Additional Benefits: Passport includes a coupon for 1 free rental package at one of the participating mountains.
- Canaan Valley
- Oglebay
- Snowshoe*
- Timberline
- Winterplace
Blackout Dates:
Not valid on Saturdays or MLK weekend & President's weekend. *1 day access
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Skiing & Snowboarding
Tagged: Skiing, Snowboarding, Ski Passes, Ski Resorts
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