Wacky Races And Pride Just Two Of The Latest New End Of Season Attractions

By this time of year, many skiers and snowboarders have already taken their trips to the mountains and are already looking for early discount deals for next season.

But, many ski areas are still open in April, some even keeping their lifts going until the beginning of May. Resorts also often hold special events at the end of the season, so if you are looking for another last-minute ‘ski fix’ or have not managed to get away yet this year, here are a couple of new attractions that will be a bonus to your holiday.

La Plagne, France

There’s a brand-new event in La Plagne this April. It is La Mega Bell Course, a race series designed to thrill skiers and snowboarders of all ages.

The competition, taking place from 14-19 April, combines fun, creativity, and challenge across five wacky races that will test the skills of even the most seasoned skiers. As well as setting times, competitors can also earn bonus points, face penalties, and take clever shortcuts.

You can choose to embrace the chaos with total improvisation on Saturday or take a more tactical approach by practising on the timed courses available from Monday to Friday.

As the name of the competition suggests, Bells play a starring role, not just a nod to the Easter holiday timing but as a playful twist that adds a little extra jingle to the challenge.

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Verbier, Switzerland

Verbier will welcome its first Pride event on Saturday, 5 April 2025, bringing a huge celebration to the slopes and resort. The programme includes on-mountain activities such as a ‘Drag Race’ and DJ sets from 11:30 AM at Inkontro restaurant. Après-ski and evening festivities will also take place across the resort’s bars.

Visitors who purchase a ski pass and arrive dressed in rainbow colours will benefit from discounted lift passes.

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Wacky races and Pride just two of the latest new end of season attractions: A Summary

Many ski resorts remain open well into April and even early May, offering late-season skiers and snowboarders the chance for a last-minute getaway. This year, two exciting new events add to the appeal. In La Plagne, France, the inaugural Mega Bell Course (April 14–19) offers a unique and playful race series featuring creative challenges and quirky twists. Meanwhile, Verbier, Switzerland, will host its first-ever Pride event on April 5, 2025, bringing vibrant celebrations to the slopes with a ‘Drag Race,’ DJ sets, and après-ski festivities. Both events promise a fun-filled end to the season for those looking to hit the mountains one last time.