DANBURY — Ragged Mountain first opened in January 1965 with a T-Bar lift and a Hall Double Chair. The first winter saw minimal snow and less-than-ideal conditions — one skier even described it as “ragged,” with water pipes sticking out and non-functional plumbing. Since then, we’ve come a long way.
From expanding terrain and adding Spear Peak to becoming the first mountain in New England with a high-speed six-pack chairlift, Ragged has grown and evolved, and the future is looking brighter than ever. Six decades of skiing, snowboarding, and unforgettable memories is a major milestone, especially for an independent mountain.
Come celebrate with us the only way we know how: an epic birthday bash all weekend long, March 21 to 23! Mark your calendars — trust us, you won’t want to miss it!
Friday, March 21: enjoy throwback prices.
Celebrate our 1965 opening with throwback prices! Get your lift tickets for just $19.65 — online only — and the first 1,000 are available at that price. Once those are gone, the next 100 will be $60, to honor our 60th anniversary.
We will have a DJ spinning tracks on the bricks. This is a birthday bash. Extravagance is encouraged! Break out old vintage gear; wear neon colors and jumpsuits!
Media event,10 AM to 2 PM: on-snow, from 10 AM to 12 PM; buffet lunch in Birches, from 12 to 1 PM provided.
Saturday, March 22: the celebration continues.
Signature Event: Bump N’ Jump, featuring DJ Ras1. Registration is in-person from 9 to 11 AM located just outside the Stone Hearth Bar. The contest will run from 12 to 2 PM. Ridiculous costumes encouraged!
It’s not a birthday without cake!: free birthday cupcakes in the Lodge, from 12 to 3 PM. Face painting for the kiddos; Flying Goose/Tamworth on site with drink specials; fireworks at dusk (tbd).
Sunday, March 23: three-day celebration!
Party ski from the summit of the six-pack at 11 AM, organized by John Barker. This includes many families that have significant history with the development or held prominent roles with Ragged Mountain over the years; ‘60s-themed party/DJ music on the bricks.
More details to come. Memorabilia ordered: 300 t-shirts; 1,000 commemorative pins.