Here is our pick of the best ski and snowboarding festivals from around the world.
Altitude Comedy Festival
Where: Mayrhofen, Austria
When: 23-27 March
Why go? What’s not to love about hitting some runs and laughing your boots off to some great comedy? Past lineup has included John Bishop, Nina Conti, Marcus Brigstocke, Rob Beckett and many others. Known as the funniest show in the snow this is one festival not to miss.
The Brits
Where: Tignes, France
When: 21-28 March
Why go? Known for its eclectic mix of live bands and DJs, The BRITS has included the likes of Pendulum, Ben Howard, Rob Da Bank and The Correspondents on its bill in previous years.
World Ski and Snowboard Festival
Where: Whistler, Canada
When: 10-19 April, 2014
Why go? It’s the biggest gathering of winter sports, music, art and culture in North America, and Whistler rocks. There will be free concerts in the afternoon and you can watch the world’s most talented skiers do their thing at the Skiing Invitational at the demo park.
Spring Back to Vail
Where: Vail, Colorado, USA
When: 17-19 April
Why go? This is the mountain that the US Ski team like to train on in the early season so there is some serious shredding to do. It claims to be one of the biggest end of season parties in the Rocky Mountains and of course you can’t miss the pond skimming championships.
Snowboxx
Where: Alpe D’Huez, France
When: 21-28 March
Why go? Snowboxx bills itself as a ski holiday and festival in one. Its is also one of the more affordable festivals with prices starting at £229. The line up includes Horse Meat Disco, Eaton Messy, Jungle and Tieks.
Snowbombing
Where: Mayrhofen, Austria
When: 6-11 April
Why go? You can start the festival early and be part of a road trip that takes in five countries and guarantees to put you in the partying mood. The lineup includes Rudimental, Sub Focus, Basement Jaxx, and Fat boy Slim.
Rock the Pistes
Where: Portes Du Soleil, France
When: 14-21 March
Why go? In its fifth year Rock the Pistes brings you five days of great music in the French-Swiss resort of Portes Du Soleil. The party kicks off on the mountain and then carries on at the base when darkness descends. Confirmed acts include BabyShambles, Breton, The Klaxons and Mad Professor
Horizon festival
Where: Bansko, Bulgaria
When: 07-13 March
Why go? This off the beaten path festival is seven days of hedonistic fun in one of the most affordable resorts in Europe. This year the line-up is looking good with MoodyMann, Kink, and Benton.
