(VERNON, NJ) -- Mountain Creek Resort, the New York Metro Area's premier four-season mountain adventure destination, presents a weekend celebration honoring its 60-year legacy in Vernon. On Saturday, January 24, and Sunday, January 25, 2026, guests are encouraged to visit the mountain for its 60th Anniversary Festival, a two-day event featuring retro-themed discounted lift tickets, a terrain-park competition, and après-style fun and live entertainment at both the resort's South Base and Vernon Base.
Limited quantity $60 lift tickets, in honor of 60 years, are available on-site with a catch: guests must come ready to hit the slopes dressed in retro-gear. Keeping retro in mind, guests are also encouraged to dig up any memories from the mountain in years past, with the opportunity to have their photos or videos showcased throughout the festival, as well as the chance to have any iconic equipment, gear or merch they may have - spanning its history dating back to the era when the resort was known as Vernon Valley or Great Gorge - on display.
Limited quantity $60 lift tickets, in honor of 60 years, are available on-site with a catch: guests must come ready to hit the slopes dressed in retro gear. Keeping the retro theme alive, guests are also encouraged to dig up memories from the mountain's past, with the chance to submit their photos or videos for display throughout the festival. Additionally, guests can enter to have their iconic equipment, gear, or merch displayed—spanning the resort's history from its days as Vernon Valley and Great Gorge to the present.
"We've got some incredible momentum right now, with one of the best season starts on record here in Vernon," said Evan Kovach, General Manager. "We want to build on this energy and keep the vibe going, and what better way to do that than by throwing a big party – that's exactly what this 60th Anniversary Festival is. We're excited to see what retro-style outfits guests show up in to take advantage of the $60 lift tickets and know there's plenty of skiers and snowboarders that are going to put on quite the show at the Legacy Rail Jam terrain park competition. It's two full days of fun and entertainment, to celebrate our 60th."
For the daring looking to showcase their best skills and tricks, the 60th Anniversary Festival will include Mountain Creek's Legacy Rail Jam terrain park competition which takes place on Saturday, January 24. Across several events, guests will have the chance to compete for not just bragging rights, but gear, and cash prizes for Best Trick, presented by Bubbakoo's Burritos, and Best Overall performance, presented by Pepsi.
Registration for the Legacy Rail jam is required, which begins at 10:00am on Saturday at the terrain park. While guests can enjoy live DJs and music at both South Base and Vernon Base, the party continues at KINK, located at the South Lodge. Boasting an après-inspired ambiance, food and drink specials will be offered starting at 3:00pm while the bigger after party kicks off at 7:00pm for guests 21 and over.
Conveniently located just one hour outside New York City, Mountain Creek Resort offers over 167 acres of winter trails across a variety of terrain, suitable for every ability level. With four mountain peaks, nine lifts and three dedicated terrain parks, Mountain Creek Resort delivers a true mountain experience both on and off the slopes. As the largest ski area in the region, Mountain Creek Resort is easily accessible for New York, New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania residents looking for a world-class resort experience. With this much fun so close to home, guests will be hooked on Mountain Creek.
Mountain Creek Resort is actively recruiting new team members for the 2025-2026 winter season. Recognized as a top place to work in New Jersey by the NJ.com and Jersey's Best Top Workplaces National Survey, Mountain Creek Resort is always looking for enthusiastic, exceptional new talent to join its team. In addition to competitive pay, potential resort employees can look forward to a number of unique perks and incentives, such as $16 per hour minimum wage starting rate for full-time, part-time and seasonal entry-level positions, complimentary all-access season passes for employees and qualifying family members, Mountain Creek team members can also expect discounts on food, beverage, retail, rentals and lodging, along with free housing for those who qualify. For a full list of open positions and additional details, interested applicants can visit MountainCreek.com/Employment.
Located in Vernon, NJ, Mountain Creek is the New York Metro area's premier destination for four-season mountain adventure. Just 47 miles from the George Washington Bridge, Mountain Creek is easily accessible for New York, New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania residents looking for a world-class resort experience. Adventures at Mountain Creek Resort include skiing and snowboarding, snowtubing, Mountain Creek Bike Park, Mountain Creek Waterpark and Mountain Creek Zip Tours and lodging at the Appalachian Hotel. Mountain Creek is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the US for three years running.
