2025 Snowburst - Porkies Winter Carnival

A peek at last year's events:

• Costume contest – Dig out your favorite costume or vintage snow gear! Judging in front of A-frame at 3 p.m.
• Silent auction raffles – Sponsored by Friends of the Porkies.

Youth treasure hunt: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Find the hidden treasures on the east side of the hill, redeem your treasures at the Chalet.

2 people will win the grand prize of a 23/24 Season pass!

Learn to ski with Liz: 11 a.m.

Meet at the bunny hill to learn the basics of skiing.

Cardboard sled races: 1 p.m.

Meet near the A-frame to construct your sled with cardboard and duct tape.

Race age groups and prizes:

• 10 & under – prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3^rd place
• 11 & up – prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3^rd place
• Best in Show

Sponsored by: Porkies/Ontonagon Visitors Bureau.

Dinner: 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Meat or veggie lasagna – made by Syls Cafe

Includes: Breadstick, salad and cookie for $15 per plate

Live music to follow: Eric Hopper

Lantern-lit trail: 6 to 9 p.m.

Use trail across from ski hill entrance – Superior Loop. This is a one-mile loop lit by nearly 70 kerosene lanterns. Stop at the warming shelter for hot cocoa!

Grand finale: Fireworks at dark!

All programs are free unless otherwise noted; however, a Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry to the park.