X-Games (Winter)

TIER

US - West

CATEGORY

January

REGION

January

TIMING

US - West

FREQUENCY

January

DuRATION

January

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Dates

Confirmed

January 22 – January 24
Aspen/Buttermilk Mountain

Estimated

January 21 – January 23
Aspen/Buttermilk Mountain

Estimated

January 27 – January 29
Aspen/Buttermilk Mountain

OVervieW

The Winter X Games return to Aspen as the world’s premier showcase of extreme winter sports. Since 1997, the competition has pushed the boundaries of skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling, blending elite athleticism with youth culture, music, and entertainment.

HIGHLIGHTS

🏂 High-Flying Competitions – Expect jaw-dropping moments in SuperPipe, Big Air, Slopestyle, and Snowmobile Freestyle as athletes chase progression and gold.

🌟 Global Stars & Rising Talent – From Olympic champions to next-gen phenoms, the X Games spotlight both household names and future legends.

🎶 Music & Culture – Concerts, DJs, and festival-style programming make Aspen buzz as much off the slopes as on them.

📺 Broadcast & Digital Reach – Millions tune in worldwide, with streaming and social platforms amplifying every highlight reel and viral trick.

🤝 Sponsor Activations & Fan Experience – Action sports brands, lifestyle companies, and tech partners create immersive fan zones, gear demos, and branded experiences that bring the culture to life.

INSIGHTS

Event General Timing

Consistently held over 3 days (Friday-Sunday) in late January. (Same Day of Week)

Historically held at Buttermilk Mountain, Aspen. Location for 2026 TBD.

• No public application
• Based on athlete invitation

• Mostly free public viewing
• Concert tickets sold separately

Practice/Media day is typically the Thursday before the official start.

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