X GAMES CELEBRATES 25 YEARS IN ASPEN WITH RETURN IN JANUARY 2026
A Milestone Year: X Games Aspen 2026 Continues Tradition of World-Class Competition and Live Music at Aspen Snowmass
ASPEN, Colo., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As anticipation builds for another electrifying winter season, X Games announces the return of its premier winter event to Aspen Snowmass for the 25th consecutive year. Marking a major milestone in action sports history, X Games Aspen 2026 will take place January 23–25, 2026 at Buttermilk Mountain, celebrating a quarter-century of unforgettable moments, legendary runs, and boundary-pushing performances in Aspen.
"For 25 years Aspen's been where winter sports legends are made and boundaries are unlimited," said Jeremy Bloom, CEO of X Games. "We're hyped to keep building on this legacy and bring X Games fans and athletes together for another unforgettable experience in 2026."
X Games Aspen 2026 will once again bring together the world's top ski and snowboard athletes to compete in fan-favorite disciplines across men's and women's events. Spectators can expect jaw-dropping tricks, high-energy competition, and the return of live music. At X Games Aspen 2025, Hiroto Ogiwara (Men's Snowboard Big Air) and Miro Tabanelli (Men's Ski Big Air) wowed the crowds by landing the first-ever 2340s in competition in their respective disciplines, adding to the anticipation around what will be achieved at X Games Aspen 2026.
"We are pumped to have X Games return to Aspen for a 25th consecutive year," said John Rigney, SVP of Business Development at Aspen One. "X Games is the gold standard of action sports, and years of exemplary partnership have defined our storied history together, as well as our mutual commitment to innovation in snow sports and excellence in elevating athletes who continue to break boundaries and raise the bar."
General admission tickets will be available to fans with a variety of hospitality upgrades offering enhanced experiences and premium viewing options. Ticket and music lineup details will be forthcoming. Fans eager to be the first to grab tickets and catch the full entertainment lineup can sign up for the exclusive X Games Aspen 2026 ticket waitlist at xgames.com.
Since first arriving in Aspen in 2002, X Games has grown into a global winter tradition rooted in the unique energy and terrain of Buttermilk Mountain. The X Games' partnership with Aspen Snowmass has led to a spectacular celebration of snow sports, progression, world-class athletes, culture, music, and art that continues to draw audiences in from around the world. This 25th anniversary will honor the legacy of past competitions while spotlighting the innovation and excitement still to come.
Additional updates and information for X Games Aspen 2026 will be available at xgames.com, and media can access official press assets at xgamesmediakit.com.
About X Games:
Since its inception in 1995, X Games has been the leading action sports competition and lifestyle brand, spotlighting the world's best athletes against the backdrop of iconic host cities. Over the past 30 years, X Games has hosted world-class events around the globe, paired with top-tier music acts and immersive fan experiences across all platforms.
About Aspen One:
Aspen One renews the mind, body, and spirit with a portfolio that redefines luxury, adventure, and leisure. With world-class and innovative brands and businesses, including Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Hospitality, and Aspen Ventures, Aspen One propels the expansion of the Aspen ethos globally.
Whether it's Aspen Skiing Company providing unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation across its four legendary mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk; or Aspen Hospitality elevating guest experiences in unforgettable ways by developing, owning, and operating a growing set of luxury and upper-scale hotels, private clubs, and branded residential properties in prime locations under The Nell and Limelight brands; Aspen One is deeply committed to providing unparalleled service, creative programming, community engagement, and unique opportunities for exploration. The company's commitment to innovation is central to its evolution, including Aspen Ventures' amplification of the Aspen brand globally through new business lines that embody its values and heritage such as Aspen Collection.
For more than 75 years, the Aspen brand and community has pointed its compass toward new paths, people, and possibilities—and today, as Aspen One, the future is limitless. The company is a leader in sustainability and advocacy, with a legacy of modeling leading-edge solutions and changing policy locally and globally. As a collection of brands driven by tightly held core values, Aspen One aims to inspire a better world. For more information, visit www.aspen.com.
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