Race: Middlebury College Carnival Giant Slalom on Allen

A Celebration of Community and Sportsmanship

As we gear up for Winter Carnival on February 14 and 15, 2025, we look forward to an exciting weekend of competition, music, and community spirit at the Middlebury College Snowbowl and Rikert Outdoor Center. This year, we are emphasizing a safe and welcoming event. Saturday at the Snowbowl will be a dry event, meaning no alcohol will be served or permitted on site.

Event Highlights & Guidelines

• Student DJs spinning from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Snowbowl.
• The Box Food Truck will be on-site serving great food at the Snowbowl.
• No outside food or beverages are allowed at the Snowbowl.
• Rikert Outdoor Center has limited food options available but permits outside food.
• No outside alcohol is permitted at the events.

Race Schedule

Friday, February 14

At Middlebury College Snowbowl (Alpine)

• 9:00 a.m. – Men’s SL 1st Run
• 10:15 a.m. – Women’s SL 1st Run
• 12:30 p.m. – Men’s SL 2nd Run
• 1:15 p.m. – Women’s SL 2nd Run

At Rikert Outdoor Center (Nordic)

• 10:00 a.m. – Classic Sprint Qualifier (Men followed by Women)
• 12:00 p.m. – Classic Sprint Heats

Saturday, February 15

At Middlebury College Snowbowl (Alpine)

• 9:15 a.m. – Women’s GS 1st Run
• 10:15 a.m. – Men’s GS 1st Run
• 1:00 p.m. – Women’s GS 2nd Run
• 1:40 p.m. – Men’s GS 2nd Run

At Rikert Outdoor Center (Nordic)

• 9:30 a.m. – Men’s 10K Classic Individual Start
• 12:00 p.m. – Women’s 10K Classic Individual Start

Bus Schedule

To make transportation easier, special shuttle buses will be running between Atwater and the Snowbowl on Saturday:

Departing Atwater:

• 9 a.m.
• 10 a.m.
• 11 a.m.
• 12 p.m.
• 1 p.m.

Departing Snowbowl (2 buses running):

• 2 p.m.
• 3 p.m.
• 4 p.m. (Final bus! No additional buses after 4 p.m.)

The Tri-Valley Transit buses will run their regular schedule on Friday to both Rikert and the Snowbowl. See the route and times here. 

Tri-Valley will not provide service between Campus and the Snowbowl on Saturday.

Please note—Alcohol is not allowed to be brought onto any of the shuttle buses, any passenger exhibiting behavior that is deemed to be a threat to other passengers or themselves will not be allowed to board.

A Commitment to Sportsmanship & Sustainability

Winter Carnival is a time-honored tradition that showcases the competitive spirit and camaraderie of our community. As we support the athletes, we ask all attendees to uphold the highest standards of respect and sportsmanship:

✅ Cheer positively and support all competitors.
✅ Respect officials and fellow spectators.
✅ Avoid disruptive behavior.

The Snowbowl and Rikert are bustling community spaces, utilized by local families and young children. No one is here to police language or manners, but please be mindful of the setting and respect those around you.

Confetti is not allowed at the event. While it may seem fun, it creates environmental waste and challenges for trail maintenance. Let’s keep our mountain clean and sustainable!

Join us for a fun and safe Winter Carnival!

We are excited to bring the community together for a fantastic weekend of racing, music, and celebration at the Snowbowl and Rikert Outdoor Center. Your cooperation in respecting event guidelines will help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Thank you for being part of this special tradition—we can’t wait to see you there!

New This Year—Student DJs!

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Saturday at the Snowbowl

Meet the DJs

Fabièn Achinda

William Cross

Zach Levy

Sean Clinton

Middlebury seniors William Cross and Fabièn Achinda are bringing their high-energy DJ talents to Winter Carnival on February 15! Their friendship sparked over a shared love for music, and now they’re turning that passion into electrifying sets that blend house, EDM, and rap—guaranteed to keep the dance floor moving all night. Joining them are co-DJs Zach Levy and Sean Clinton, who will add their own unique spins to the mix, making this a can’t-miss night of beats, bass, and good vibes.

Get ready to dance, celebrate, and experience the energy of Winter Carnival!