Here you'll find the latest news, updates, and insider info. Whether you're a journalist looking for a story, a guest curious about what’s new, or just someone who likes to stay in the know, this is where we keep you updated. We've got press releases, story pitches, and general announcements covering everything from snowfall records and resort upgrades to upcoming events and business developments. If it’s happening at Jay Peak, you’ll hear about it here, no lift ticket required.
February 16, 2026
Jay Peak Resort is welcoming the return of Temps des Sucres Weekends for its second annual celebration of Vermont’s maple sugaring season and the shared cultural traditions that connect Northern Vermont with its Canadian neighbors.
January 10, 2026
When winter starts to loosen its grip and families begin looking ahead to spring break, Jay Peak Resort’s Pump House Indoor Waterpark stands out as one of the most reliable, weather-proof escapes in the Northeast. As Vermont’s only indoor waterpark, the Pump House offers a full-on tropical reset regardless of what’s happening outside, making it an ideal spring break destination or an easy, high-value day trip for families traveling from Vermont, Quebec, New Hampshire, and beyond.
January 10, 2026
For more than four decades, Jay Peak Resort has set aside a winter day to say thank you to Vermont’s agricultural community. On Friday, January 23, 2026, that tradition continues with the 42nd Annual Farmers’ Appreciation Day, offering free skiing and riding to local farmers and their workers.
November 5, 2025
At Jay Peak Resort, Mission Affordable isn’t just a promotion—it’s a promise. It’s a guiding philosophy shared by Jay Peak and its parent company, Pacific Group Resorts, Inc. (PGRI), built around a simple idea: that skiing and snowboarding should remain within reach for everyone. From lift tickets and season passes to lessons, food, and lodging, the resort continually looks for ways to make Vermont’s snowiest mountain both accessible and approachable for all who want to experience it.
September 24, 2025
For decades, Jay Peak Resort has welcomed skiers and riders from Québec, whose traditions and families have helped shape the culture of the mountain. That cross-border bond now extends beyond the slopes and onto the ice. This fall, Universel Academy, a Sherbrooke-based hockey program, will bring its inaugural National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) season to Jay Peak.
September 19, 2025
For decades, Jay Peak Resort has welcomed skiers and riders from Québec, whose traditions and families have helped shape the culture of the mountain. That cross-border bond now extends beyond the slopes and onto the ice. This fall, Universel Academy, a Sherbrooke-based hockey program, will bring its inaugural National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) season to Jay Peak.
September 9, 2025
Now in its 16th year, Jay Peak Resort’s Bean & Brew Festival returns on Saturday, Oct. 18, bringing together the Northeast’s most drinkable pair: locally roasted coffee and regional craft beverages. Held at the Stateside Base Lodge from noon to 6:00 p.m., the festival blends the best of Vermont’s small-batch roasters and New England’s brewers, cideries, and fermenters for a full afternoon of sampling, live music, lawn games, and late-fall mountain air.
August 11, 2025
This fall, Jay Peak Resort is swapping the buzz of gas-powered weed whackers for the quiet munch of Vermont-raised goats and sheep. In a first-of-its-kind pilot for the resort, the animals will graze roughly 130 acres of ski and Nordic trails throughout September, replacing a portion of the resort’s annual fall mowing operation.
July 23, 2025
Now in its 21st year, Jay Peak’s August West Festival returns on Saturday, Aug. 9, bringing a free, family-friendly celebration of music, community and Grateful Dead-inspired good vibes to the green in the town of Jay.
July 16, 2025
Jay Peak Resort President and General Manager Steve Wright recently testified before the U.S. Senate in Washington D.C., offering public support for Canadian travelers impacted by rising cross border tensions. Wright noted, “Jay Peak has long considered Canadians part of our extended family. While they are critical to our financial success, they are also a major part of who we are as a community and as a business.”
June 30, 2025
Raised Jay FlowRider Champion Monica Caffrey, ranked number one in the United States, will “drop in” to teach simulated surf lessons during Jay Peak Resort’s new Summer Surf Lesson Series. The series is an eight-week instructional program designed to introduce riders of all skill levels to the Double Barrel FlowRider, Vermont’s only indoor surf simulator located at Jay Peak’s Pump House Indoor Waterpark.
June 24, 2025
From tram rides and heated pool access to disc golf, turf sports, and indoor activities, the resort continues to offer a broad range of recreation options for guests visiting for the day or for longer stays. Core facilities like the Pump House Indoor Waterpark—featuring a retractable roof—and the 18-hole championship golf course anchor the summer lineup, joined by rotating outdoor programming and indoor alternatives.
June 17, 2025
Jay Peak Resort will once again host the annual Jeezum Crow Festival, now entering its 10th year as one of Vermont’s most anticipated summer music events. Set for Friday, July 11 and Saturday, July 12, the festival transforms the Stateside Amphitheater into a two-day celebration of live music, mountain culture, community, and high summer in the Northeast Kingdom.
May 21, 2025
Jay Peak Resort is turning up the volume on summer with the official launch of its 2025 Summer Music Series, bringing a high-energy lineup of live performances to the scenic Stateside Amphitheater and nearby venues from late June through August. Kicking things off in epic style, the season opens Saturday, June 21, with the fan-favorite Solstice Sessions—a one-day celebration that fuses the thrill of snow sports with the vibe of live music on Vermont’s first day of summer.
May 14, 2025
The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) has awarded Jay Peak Resort the honor of Best Overall Marketing Campaign (Under 500,000 Visits) at its Annual Awards Ceremony, held Tuesday, May 13 during the organization’s National Convention and Tradeshow in Marco Island, Florida. This year’s award recognized Jay Peak’s Pass the Jay campaign, a season-long initiative built around the idea that everyone—employees, guests, locals—shares in passing along the best parts of Jay Peak and its community.
April 28, 2025
Jay Peak Resort will host the Second Annual Solstice Sessions event on Saturday, June 21, celebrating the week of Summer Solstice by blending elements of both winter (yes, skiing and snowboarding) and summer. Recently designated as one of Vermont’s few “Signature Events” by the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, Solstice Sessions will feature live music, skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, and a multisport atmosphere at the Stateside base area.
March 3, 2025
Celebrating the rich tradition of maple sugaring in Northern Vermont and honoring the shared cultural heritage with Canadian neighbors just across the border, Temps des Sucres Weekends is the newest event to the springtime line-up at Jay Peak Resort. Skiers and riders are invited to experience classic sugaring season festivities during the weekends of April 5-6, April 12-13, and April 19-20.
February 15, 2025
As the ski industry grapples with the pressing challenges of climate change, Jay Peak Resort officials reaffirm the ski area’s commitment to sustainability through cutting-edge energy efficiency projects. Under the guidance of Director of Mountain and Base Area Operations Andy Stenger, two significant projects were completed in the last 18 months that reduce carbon emissions and inspire change across the industry.
February 6, 2025
Known for some of the steepest and deepest terrain in the East, Jay Peak Resort is again blending freeride and freestyle into a one-of-a-kind competition. The 6th Annual Real to Steel Event invites skiers and snowboarders to showcase their skills on natural terrain and in the terrain park, all in one action-packed day on Saturday, March 8.
