Dirty Dancer Banked Slalom 2026 *Cancelled*

Dirty Dancer Banked Slalom 2026 Cancelled

START TIME	03/21/2026 at 12PM
END TIME	03/22/2026 at 4PM
LOCATION	Fernie Alpine Resort
March 18 UPDATE - Unfortunately, due to the weather and current snow conditions, the 2026 Banked Slalom has been cancelled. If you've already registered for the event, please check your email for more info or email [email protected]. Snowboarders, this one is for you! We are stoked to welcome back the Dirty Dancer Banked Slalom. Get back to your snowboarding roots with the Dirty Dancer Banked Slalom, a throwback to the '80s when snowboarders were the outlaws of the wild west, banned from most ski resorts and forced to fight for the right to shred! Well, times have changed, and we want you to celebrate by entering this awesome event for all ages. While times count, this event is really all about hanging out with fellow snowboarders and celebrating the community. It's a chance to connect with fellow riders and enjoy the vibe of snowboarding culture. Whether you're racing for the podium or just there for the good times, it's about the experience and the people.

Event Details

Participants will get inspection and practice time each day, and get one timed run on Saturday and a second on Sunday. The best time over the two days counts towards the podium! If you don't podium, we will have draw prizes from our sponsors, so there will be plenty of chances to win something.

And don’t forget, the beverage gardens will be open both days, with tunes keeping the vibe high all weekend long. Come for the runs, stay for the good times, and let's make this a celebration you won't forget!

REGISTRATION:
Unfortunately, due to the weather and current snow conditions, the 2026 Banked Slalom has been cancelled. If you've already registered for the event, please check your email for more info or email [email protected].

CATEGORIES:

Mini Grom - 9 years and under (Men, Women & Non-Binary)
Grom – 10-14 (Men, Women & Non-Binary)
Youth – 15-18 (Men, Women & Non-Binary)
Adult – 19-39 (Men, Women & Non-Binary)
Masters - 40+ (Men, Women & Non-Binary)

EVENT INFO:

Everyone must complete their RCR Event Release Agreements at registration
Helmets are mandatory for all competitors
The event is for intermediate to advanced snowboarders
Once participants are registered, they can receive a voucher for 50% off tickets, valid for March 21 & 22, for competitors use only.

Saturday, March 21st
7:30 am – 9:00 am: Check-in & Bib Pickup @ Daylodge - ALL REGISTERED COMPETITORS MUST CHECK IN
10:00 am: Mandatory Competitors Meeting @ Bear's Den
10:30 am – 11:45 am: Course Open for Inspection
11:00 am - 4:00 pm: Beverage Gardens & BBQ Open @ Bear's Den
11:30 am - 3:30 pm: Live tunes with DJ Lokie @ Bear's Den
Noon – Timed runs start (1 timed run per competitor)

Sunday, March 22nd
10:00 am: Mandatory Competitors Meeting @ Bear's Den
10:30 am – 11:45 am: Course Open for Inspection
11:00 am - 4:00 pm: Beverage Gardens & BBQ Open @ Bear's Den
11:30 am -3:30 pm: Live DJ tunes with DJ Aurora @ Bear's Den
Noon – Timed runs start (1 timed run per competitor)
4:30 pm (Approx): Awards Ceremony @ Daylodge/Plaza Gazebo (weather dependent)

Volunteer Information

Course diggers are needed - help us shape the course! This event brings together the snowboard community and wouldn't happen without everyone coming together.

In return for helping out, volunteers can earn complimentary entry into the event and be entered for a chance to win swag! Complimentary entry will be given for a full day (or two half days), of course, digging help. Plus, every day you help out, your name will go into our exclusive volunteer prize draw for some awesome swag from our sponsors (the more days you help out, the more entries).

Thanks to everyone who signed up to help us build our course. Unfortunately, the event has been cancelled due to the weather and the current snow conditions.

Sponsors

Edge of the World

Edge of the World is a locally owned Canadian snowboard and skate shop in downtown Fernie, British Columbia - the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a team of passionate board heads who love what we do. We are spoiled to have a world-class home resort just down the highway at Fernie Alpine Resort where we test all our winter gear and spend most of our time. If we aren’t snowboarding, you will find us at the new Fernie local skatepark.

Shop Edge of the World HERE

Whitelines

Whitelines is a website dedicated to an authentic take on everything snowboarding. We combines incredible images from the most respected photographers in the industry with in-depth articles that get you amped. We strive to be as entertaining and informative as possible for all types of snowboarder – from trick tips and backcountry advice to far flung travel features and high profile interviews. Whitelines is aimed simply at fellow riders – not a clique – offering a unique perspective on the whole world of snowboarding.

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