Skier splashes through a pond at a snowy resort, with pink flamingo decorations.

Slush Cup Long Weekend

Three days of splashes, spring turns and celebration. This is how Banff Sunshine Village closes the season.

Often Imitated. Rarely Matched.

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The ultimate closing weekend party belongs in the mountains. Slush Cup Long Weekend brings big splashes, bold competitors and a village full of energy to Banff Sunshine.

Join us for the May Long Weekend as we send off the season in true Sunshine style. From playful twists on ski and snowboard competitions to our biggest party of the spring, this is a weekend worth keeping your boots out for.

Make a Splash on Saturday and Sunday

Snowy mountain resort with a bright blue outdoor pool and lounge chairs

SlushShine Rail Jam

A rail jam with a splash of Sunshine. SlushShine adds pools to the traditional setup, bringing tricks, style and splashdowns together for a spring showdown. Watch skiers and snowboarders take on the features, with plenty of action to keep the crowd cheering.

Snowboarder carving beside a blue gate on a sunny mountain slope

Watergate Banked Slalom

Banked turns meet a watery twist. Watergate brings pools into the traditional banked slalom, challenging competitors to navigate the course and keep their run afloat. Come for the turns. Stay for the splashes.

Freestyle skier launches above a pool at a snowy mountain event.

Monday Is the Main Event

On Monday of the May Long Weekend, it all builds to Slush Cup. Cheer on the competitors as they take their shot at making it across the pool, serving up spectacular splashes and unforgettable attempts along the way.

Then raise a glass to the season at the ultimate après party in the village. With our largest beer garden and a crowd ready to celebrate, this is the Sunshine sendoff you’ll want to be part of.

Be Here for the Big Sendoff

Round up your crew and make plans for Slush Cup Long Weekend. Check our event calendar for this season’s schedule, competition registration and celebration details.

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