Snow is falling in Whistler, setting the stage for an unforgettable start to the season, highlighted by Whistler Mountain's 60th anniversary, targeting an opening date of November 21. With Epic Pass prices set to increase after November 16, now is the time to buy a Pass for the 2025/26 winter season and take advantage of a new benefit designed to celebrate the social side of skiing, Epic Friend Tickets. Give the gift of 50% off lift tickets this winter at Whistler Blackcomb, or any of Vail Resorts' 37 North American resorts, redeemable all season long, plus savings toward a Pass next winter.  

Start Planning the Perfect Trip with FriendsTake the back-and-forth out of the group chat and get serious about planning the ultimate mountain getaway. Unwrap the season's most exciting news and events to share with your best travel buddies at Whistler Blackcomb:       

Pick The Pass That's Right for You Before Prices Increase November 16Skiers and riders have until November 16 to purchase an Epic Pass before prices increase. Epic Passes offer significant pre-season savings compared to lift ticket prices, plus exclusive savings all-season long with Epic Mountain Rewards, and now, new Epic Friend Tickets.

Plan to ski as much as possible? Epic Pass ($1,121 USD adults; $572 USD children; $200 USD for Members of the Canadian Armed Forces) offers unlimited, unrestricted access to Whistler Blackcomb, and all Vail Resorts' 42 mountains including Vail, Breckenridge and Park City, plus access to more than 90 resorts worldwide with partners like Fernie Alpine Resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort, and more. Epic Passes come with Epic Mountain Rewards, which offer exclusive discounts to save on the rest of trip planning, including 20% off on-mountain food and beverage, lodging, group ski and ride school lessons, equipment rentals, and more.

Plan to ski just a few days? Whistler Blackcomb Day Passes are customizable from 1-10 days (from $104 CAD per day). EDGE Cards (from $98 CAD per day) are exclusive to residents of Canada and Washington State. Choose between 2, 5, or 10 days, and get exclusive on-mountain perks and benefits (EDGE Cards and Whistler Blackcomb Day Passes do not include Epic Friend Tickets).      

The One Where Friends Save This Winter and Next: 50% Off Lift Tickets All Season LongNew this season, season-long Epic Pass Holders who buy now receive six Epic Friend Tickets, giving friends 50% off lift tickets. Even better: what they pay can be applied as credit toward a 2026/27 Epic Pass.** Plus, with Epic Friend Tickets there is no timeline on friendship - their 50% off lift ticket can be redeemed all winter, perfect for surprise powder days. 

It's Snowing! First Chair Here We Come: Resort Opening Dates**Whistler Blackcomb is set to kick off its 60th anniversary season on November 21, marking the start of another legendary winter in British Columbia. Travel with Epic Pass to experience more mountains this season.

*Friends who do not hold a 2025/26 Pass can apply the full cost of a single redeemed Epic Friend Ticket toward eligible 2026/27 Passes including Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass, and other regional passes for a limited time. The full list of eligible Passes will be available once 2026/27 Passes are on sale. 2025/26 Pass Holders are not eligible for this promotion.

**All opening dates are subject to change, based on weather and conditions. 

About Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN)

Vail Resorts is a network of the best destination and close-to-home ski resorts in the world including Vail Mountain, Breckenridge, Park City Mountain, Whistler Blackcomb, Stowe, and 32 additional resorts across North America; Andermatt-Sedrun and Crans-Montana Mountain Resort in Switzerland; and Perisher, Hotham, and Falls Creek in Australia â?? all available on the company's industry-changing Epic Pass. We are passionate about providing an Experience of a Lifetime to our team members and guests, and our EpicPromise is to reach a zero net operating footprint by 2030, support our employees and communities, and broaden engagement in our sport. Our company owns and/or manages a collection of elegant hotels under the RockResorts brand, a portfolio of vacation rentals, condominiums and branded hotels located in close proximity to our mountain destinations, as well as the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyo. Vail Resorts Retail operates more than 250 retail and rental locations across North America.

Learn more about our company at www.VailResorts.com, or discover our resorts and pass options at www.EpicPass.com. 

Photos are available for media use here.

SOURCE Vail Resorts

SOURCE: Vail Resorts

Vail Resorts Communications: news@vailresorts.com

COMTEX_469841127/2197/2025-10-27T12:23:00