Aspen Snowmass will once again host the world’s premier winter action sports event, as the X Games returns to Buttermilk Mountain for the 25th consecutive year from January 23–25, 2026. This milestone year cements Aspen’s legacy as the heart of progression, where freeskiing, snowboarding, and snowmobile legends continue to push the limits of what’s possible.
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“For 25 years, Aspen’s been where winter sports legends are made and boundaries are limitless,” said Jeremy Bloom, CEO of the X Games. The event pairs world-class athletic performance with culture, live music headlined by global dance icon Alesso and breakout electronic star Disco Lines, and mountain lifestyle, offering fans more than competition—it’s a full-blown celebration of adrenaline and creativity.
Skiers and snowboarders will once again throw down across SuperPipe, Slopestyle, Big Air, and Knuckle Huck. And this year, snowmobile Speed & Style and Freestyle events return after a hiatus. In recent years, athletes like Hiroto Ogiwara and Miro Tabanelli stunned crowds by landing groundbreaking 2340s in Big Air competition, setting new standards for style and progression. The 2026 edition promises even more energy and excitement as athletes redefine what’s possible against the breathtaking backdrop of Aspen.
Beyond the competition, X Games Aspen has become a global gathering point for fans, creators, and athletes alike. From heart-pounding runs to live music and après-ski culture, fans will get to experience three full days where sport, art, and community collide. New this year, daytime competitions are completely free and open to the public. Fans can get right up close to the world’s best athletes, surrounded by Aspen’s one-of-a-kind winter vibe. Evenings transform Buttermilk into a full-scale ticketed festival experience featuring live finals, headline concerts, art, brand activations, and the all-new X Fest fan zone. General admission and hospitality tickets are now available—fans can join the celebration and secure their spot at xgamesaspen.frontgatetickets.com.
Meanwhile, X Games Music Week at Belly Up Aspen keeps the party going downtown with nightly shows from top artists across genres. Full lineup and tickets will drop soon at bellyupaspen.com.
As Aspen One’s SVP of Business Development, John Rigney, put it best: “X Games is the gold standard of action sports… our mutual commitment to innovation in snow sports and excellence continues.” Whether you’re chasing the highest air, the wildest vibe, or just the magic of Aspen in January, X Games Aspen 2026 is the ultimate winter destination. For more information, head to xgames.com.
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