Where to See World Cup Ski Racing in North America in 2026-27

Watching a World Cup race on a screen is one thing. Standing at the finish of a Birds of Prey downhill is another. This season brings 19 alpine World Cup races to U.S. snow and two to Canada, according to the provisional calendar, and most of them fall inside a window when you can combine a day of racing with a day of skiing.

The schedule below is preliminary. FIS dates can shift, and at least one stop is tied to broadcast infrastructure, so confirm with U.S. Ski & Snowboard and the event website before you book travel. If you would rather watch from the couch, our guide to how to watch alpine racing this season explains every service.

Late November: Copper and Killington

Copper Mountain, Colorado, November 28 and 29. The men’s super-G and giant slalom are on the schedule at Copper. U.S. Ski & Snowboard lists the dates as still to be confirmed, and the stop depends on the TV production infrastructure being in place. Plan on Colorado conditions in late November, which are an opening-weekend affair. Our Colorado opening dates guide tracks when terrain turns on. See Copper Mountain for resort stats.

Killington, Vermont, November 28 and 29. The women’s giant slalom and slalom return to the Stifel Killington Cup after a 2025 hiatus caused by chairlift construction. Killington is known for opening early, so this is a rare chance to pair a race with East Coast early-season skiing. See Killington.

December: Beaver Creek’s Birds of Prey

Beaver Creek, Colorado, men, December 3 to 6. The men’s circuit returns to Birds of Prey with two downhills, a super-G and a giant slalom. It is one of the most watched speed events in North America.

Beaver Creek, women, December 12 and 13. The women’s downhill and super-G follow about a week later. Two race weekends within ten days at one hill make Beaver Creek the easiest place on the calendar to see both circuits.

Canada: Mont-Tremblant

The provisional calendar lists two women’s races at Mont-Tremblant, Quebec. Dates were not confirmed in the sources we checked, so look to the official FIS calendar. Our resort page for Mont Tremblant has the mountain stats if you plan to ski it.

March: the Sun Valley Finals

Sun Valley, Idaho, March 20 to 25, 2027. The World Cup Finals bring men and women in downhill, super-G, giant slalom and slalom, with Sun Valley hosting the Finals for the second time. It is the best single destination on the calendar for fans, because you can see every discipline in one trip. See Sun Valley Bald Mountain and Dollar Mountain for the terrain.

How to make a race trip worth it

Book lodging first. Race weekends fill nearby towns quickly, and prices climb as the dates approach. Our guide to planning a ski vacation covers timing and budgeting.

Check access rules. Which areas of the mountain are open to spectators, and whether tickets are required, varies by event. Confirm on the official event site.

Ski the day before or after. Race courses close terrain. Plan a lesson or a guided day on a different part of the mountain, and ask your instructor which runs give the best view of the course.

Book early. Instructors fill up before the lifts open, and race weekends are among the busiest.

Find a pro for race weekend

Many instructors and guides at these resorts know where to watch from and how to avoid the crowds. Find one on MEETR, set your dates, and send your trip profile with your request so the day is planned before you arrive.

Frequently asked questions

How many World Cup races are in North America this season? 

The provisional calendar lists 19 alpine races on U.S. snow and two in Canada.

When is the Sun Valley Finals? 

March 20 to 25, 2027, with men and women racing in all four disciplines.

Can I watch World Cup races if I cannot attend? 

Yes. Peacock streams every alpine World Cup race live and on demand, and the Ski & Snowboard World Cup YouTube channel streams some races live and keeps free replays. Here is more info: Ski race watch guide

Sources: U.S. Ski & Snowboard domestic schedule, SnowBrains calendar.

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