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Jan 13 2010

97th Annual Winter Carnival

Published by Debbie at 4:30 am under Activities,Entertainment,recreation

Schedule: Wednesday, February 3, 2010 – Sunday, February 7, 2010.

Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club (SSWSC) the organizing committee for the 2010 Winter Carnival maintains the Winter Carnival as a service to the community since 1914. Enriching the lives of thousands of people participating in the event, the event continues to this day as a way to celebrate winter; as a reason for neighbors to gather; and as an opportunity for everyone to experienc. This annual celebration includes a variety of events that embrace our western heritage and highlight Steamboat’s tradition of winter sports. The festivities include such events as: Ski Jumping competitions, a Snowboarding Jam Session, the Soda Pop Slalom, a Tubing Party, the Diamond Hitch Parade which includes the High School band on skis, the Street Events on Lincoln Avenue, and the Night Extravaganza at Howelsen Hill with a brilliant fireworks display and the famous Lighted Man.