Heavenly launches two-week long celebration of Spring

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Heavenly’s annual Spring Loaded event is full of fun-filled festivities for those skiing and boarding at the resort from March 26 to April 9.

With 14" of new snow this week and more expected on top of their 600" of snow this season, Heavenly is celebrating the change of seasons with live music, loud outfits and various activities that include Unbuckle Après Parties, Heavenly DJ Cat pop up parties, Pond Skimming and more.

For exact event times, daily costume themes and more information, visit skiheavenly.com.

DJ Cat Afternoon Concerts – every day, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
As the doors swing open and the music starts pumping, the party presented by Mountain Dew kicks off at Heavenly with our one-of-a-kind DJ cat. Live DJs will be spinning beats and bringing the high energy all afternoon, a perfect segue to Unbuckle.

Unbuckle Après Party – each weekend, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Join the world-famous Heavenly Angels for Tahoe’s ultimate indoor and outdoor après party at Tamarack Lodge for Unbuckle. The high-altitude, major-attitude party features Mountain Dew drink specials, half-price drinks, food specials, swag giveaways, a live DJ and lots of dancing.

Hot Dog Eating Contest – March 31, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Guests have the opportunity to complete the ultimate hot dog eating contest at Stein’s on the mountain; entrance is free and prizes are available for champions.

Bartender Challenge – March 31, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
The mountain’s talented drink "extraordinaires" will create signature cocktails, allowing guests to sample their complimentary concoctions at the bartender challenge in Stagecoach Lodge.

Gunbarrel 25 – April 1, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Bring your endurance on the famous moguls of The Face and East Bowl in the Gunbarrel 25. Show off those legs of steel at the one-of-a-kind marathon of moguls for a day of challenging, adrenaline-rushing fun.

Snow Sculpture Display – April 1-2
Beautiful snow sculptures will be on display at Tamarack, Patsy’s and Dipper chairs for the viewing pleasure of our guests. Visitors can vote for their favorite on our website on Monday, April 3.

Corn Hole Contest – April 1-2, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Come show off your skills at everyone’s favorite yard, beach…or slope-side game! The event will take place at Stein’s both days and winners are eligible for a prize. Participants can register for this event that day – the first ten teams to sign up are guaranteed a spot!

Wing Eating Contest – April 3, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Do you have what it takes? Challenge fellow participants at East Peak lodge for a real “all you can eat” wing challenge to win a prize. The first twenty-five people to register the day of the event are guaranteed a spot in the contest.

Tamarack Live – April 3-6
Tamarack Live features a live band outside amongst Heavenly’s beautiful views! This event brings live music to Tahoe’s hottest après scene at Tamarack Lodge, featuring the region’s top bands. Kick back with friends, drinks and food specials.

Heavenly Ski Patrol Fundraiser – April 8
Support our hardworking men and women at the 18th annual charity fundraiser Boardwalk beach Party at the Hard Rock Casino for carnival games, raffles and live music!

Pond Skimming – April 8-9, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Spring Loaded culminates with everyone’s favorite event as costumed skiers and riders attempt to skim across a pond judged on success, style and crowd reactions.