Until April 25th, the Volkswagen Spring Madness event will be going strong at Mont-Sainte-Anne with 5 festive week-ends in which live music shows, friendly competitions, BBQs, drenched terraces and outdoor hot tubs will become new habits of skiers and riders! The good life is back; in addition to the special lodging package available, a spring pass is offered especially to those that want to savour the delectable spring skiing at a maximum!
March 27th and 28th: Volkswagen Freestyle – Celebrating the first week-end in style!
The big festival’s kick-off, which will set the standard for all the week-ends to come! On Saturday, in addition to the rail jam at the base of the mountain, the AMSF Challenge is a first of its kind in North America and welcomes cross-country skiers to climb to the mountain’s summit! Also, while bongo sessions and lessons will be offered at the base (free of charge), the crowd can also discover the 2011 VW models!
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March 27th Charlie Price Trio – Top 40 (12:30pm - 3pm) / Le Comité - Cover band (3:30pm - 5:30pm)
March 28th DJ (12:30pm - 5:30pm)
April 2nd to 5th: Easter egg hunt and giant bunnies – Spring family getaway
In addition to the bunnies and ponies at the base, kids will love chasing the giant Easter bunnies around the mountain! Once you catch them, they’ll hand you a chocolaty treat! Also, discover the mountain with a Family Rally and try our maple taffy at our authentic sugar shack, located directly in the Pichard trail!
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April 2 and 4 DJ (12:30pm - 5:30pm) / Poptron – Cover band (3:30pm – 5:30pm)
April 3 The Crackers Trio – Cover band
April 10th: The Olympian Bud Light Fest – Staring Vincent Marquis and P-A Rousseau!
After their breathtaking performance during the Olympics, Vincent Marquis (4th) and P-A Rousseau (5th), acrobatic skiing stars, come home with one thing in mind: enjoy the sun and practice their favourite sport with friends! Mont-Sainte-Anne is more than happy to welcome them in a special edition of the Bud light Fest; the Olympian one! The crowd is invited to take part or to assist in the friendly mogul Challenge that will take place in the Expert Zone, from 11am to 1pm. The atmosphere is promising: DJ, Bar and BBQs directly on the slope!
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April 10 Banquette Arrière - Acoustic cover band (12:30pm – 3pm) / Bestov – Top 40 (3:30pm - 5:30pm)
April 11 DJ (12:30pm - 5:30pm)
April 17-18: Week-end Country + Ski School Challenge – Cowboy for a day: lasso throwing and horse riding!
On the menu: haystacks in the slopes, exquisite spring snow conditions and activities that stand out! All the “cowboys” will have the opportunity to enjoy horseback riding ($), to participate in a lasso throwing contest and attend a memorable Johnny Cash cover show! In addition to this country madness, the 3rd edition of the Ski School Challenge will welcome instructors from all around to battle it out during a Super Giant slalom race and an ability challenge. Contact the Telus Snow Sports School for more information at 1 888 827 4579, ext. 341.
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April 17 Stéphane Arsenault (12:30pm - 3pm) / The Porters - Johnny Cash Cover (3:30pm – 5:30pm)
April 18 DJ (12:30pm – 5:30pm)
April 24-25: Good skiing, exquisite dining and fine wines at the summit - La Dolce Vita!
Now a classic for all epicureans; the last week-end of the season is sure to please even the most difficult palates! Saturday, the best chefs in the region will offer some marvellous degustation. On the 25th, local terroir producers will showcase their unique concoctions. A wine and spirituous degustation will also be available at the summit all week-end. To crown it all, Gabrielle Shonk, a jazz trio also sets on our terrace at the summit chalet, will assure a relaxed atmosphere for the last week-end of skiing: resolutely perfect!
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April 24 Bestov – Acoustic Top 40 (12:30pm – 3pm)
Banquette Arrière - Cover band (3:30pm – 5:30pm) / Gabrielle Shonk at the summit Jazz (Noon - 3:45pm)
April 25 DJ (12:30pm – 5:30pm) / Gabrielle Shonk at the summit – Jazz (Noon - 3:45pm)
SPECIAL OFFERS
Spring skiing at will – starting at $99
Renowned for having one of the longest seasons in the East, the resort stretches it out until April 25th! For the occasion, a spring pass is available to enjoy spring skiing for real, starting at only $99!
Valid 7 days a week from March 22nd to April 18th and on April 23rd, 24th and 25th.
Buy it online (in French only) and you might win 2 tickets for the new Cirque du Soleil show!
Spring Madness package: Ski and lodging starting at $69*!
Rumour has it that all the sun and snow has been going to Mont-Sainte-Anne’s people’s heads! One can certainly understand why all the talk – the resort offers skiing getaways including lodging and lift tickets, starting at $69 per person, per day! The rate is valid for a 3 night stay, double occupancy, and does not include taxes, which means that the 3rd day and night are offered for FREE! * Certain conditions apply. Canadian currency.
For more information or to book, call 1 800 463-1568.