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Elevation Mammoth 2022

OMG! We are celebrating our 20th anniversary of Elevation Mammoth this year!

It’s been an incredible 20 years of meeting new people from around the world, making new friends (and a boyfriend or two along the way), and creating memories that I will always cherish.

We haven’t had a full-size Elevation Mammoth in 2 long years. 2020 was cancelled as California shut down and 2021 was a drastically reduced event due to COVID constraints.

But this year, we are letting loose and pulling out all of the stops! More events will be announced in the coming days, but be prepared for surprises all week, and the largest Elevation we’ve ever had.

I’ve produced Elevation for 20 years because it gives me so much in return. I have made lifelong friends every year at Elevation. The event has become a reunion of old friends bringing new friends to the party. Whether you are an Olympic hopeful or you prefer the bunny slope, you will have an amazing time on the hill, and you’ll follow it up by hanging with 2500 friendly, fun, and sexy Elevation attendees.

Don’t miss the event this year. Our 20th will be a year like no other.

See you on the hill,

Tom Whitman
Founder, Elevation

About Us

The Twentieth Annual Mammoth Gay Ski Week returns to the High Sierras and Mammoth Lakes, California.
Our core mission remains the same after 19 years: “2,500 riders. 12 major parties. 0 attitude.”
Elevation Offers
A fun alternative to the gay bar scene or party circuit. Yes, we have huge dance parties with nationally known DJs, but this weekend is about more than just those parties. We hold Elevation in one of the most beautiful settings in the country. When you come to Elevation, you experience some of the best spring skiing and snowboarding on the planet, at a world-class resort where the unbelievably long season lasts well into spring and even summer, with one of the highest average snowfalls in the country.
Elevation Draws
An amazing group of friendly, gregarious, unpretentious guys and girls who are here to have fun, ski and board, and meet new friends. I guarantee you'll leave this event with new friends and great memories. Though the majority of Elevation attendees are guys, there is always a great contingent of girls at our events. A good number of locals also come out and join us at the events. This is an inclusive event where we want anyone and everyone to feel welcome and have a great time. That said, this is definitely a gay invasion of Mammoth Lakes, in the best possible way.

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Lodging

Book your Elevation rooms now at our discounted rate! Make your travel plans in our Elevation room blocks by contacting our official Elevation travel partner Bruvion Travel: Michael McVean, 310-728-1816, michaelm@bruviontravel.com

At Elevation, you can book a full range of rooms, from high-end luxury condos to budget accommodations and everything in between. At our host hotels we have secured lower room rates than you will be able to book anywhere else, even with MVP or AAA discounts.

Michael can not only book your rooms but also put you on the waitlist for a room type or location that is sold out.

Click here to book direct at

The Village at Mammoth

OFFICIAL HOST HOTEL - Stay in the center of it all! These condos are right at the bottom of the Village Gondola, and stumbling distance from most Elevation events. Rates valid if booked by 2/13/22.

Packages for 3+ nights: Studio: $275/night; 1 Bedroom: $309/night;
2 Bedroom: $429/night, 3 Bedroom: $1,059/night
1 or 2 night stays are subject to rate increases.

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The Westin Monache

Located up the hill from the Village Gondola, the Westin Monache offers condo type units with all the amenities of a Westin hotel including room service, daily maid service, concierge, ski valet and more. Rates valid if booked by 2/14/22.

Packages for 3+ nights: Studio Suite: $329/night;
1 Bedroom Suite: $349/night; 2 Bedroom Suite: $629/night

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Juniper Springs Resort

Located just steps away from Little Eagle Lodge and lift access to Mammoth Mountain, this hotel brings comfort and simplicity to your mountain experience. Rates valid if booked by 2/13/22.

Packages for 3+ nights: 1 Bedroom: $259/night; 2 Bedroom: $369/night
1 or 2 night stays are subject to rate increases.

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Mammoth Mountain Inn

The Mammoth Mountain Inn underwent a major renovation a few years ago, but remains an affordable option at the base of Main Lodge. Rates valid if booked by 2/13/22.

Packages for 3+ nights: 2 Queens: $189/night; 1 King: $209/night;
King Loft: $239/night
1 or 2 night stays are subject to rate increases.

Schedule of Events

We are thrilled that we are going to be able to produce big events for Elevation Mammoth 2022! Can’t wait to see you over a cocktail at apres-ski or on the dance floor at night.

Events will sell out this year, so please get your passes or tickets now. The passes include savings even if you miss a couple of events.

COVID policies:
It is important to remember that neither Elevation nor the venues where we operate our events are responsible for local, city or state COVID policies and regulations. Elevation and our venues will abide by current local and government regulations for entry to bars/restaurants and public events in effect at the time and date the event is being held.

We will be requiring proof of vaccination for all events.
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Wednesday

Welcome Après-ski

DJ JOSH PEACE
03.16.2022
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
SHELTER DISTILLING - THE VILLAGE

It’s the first event of our 20th year! Come meet us and the first arrivals at Shelter Distilling.

Dinner Recommendation

Bleu Market & Kitchen - 106 Old Mammoth Rd

Frat Boy

DJ CASEY ALVA
03.16.2022
LAKANUKI - THE VILLAGE

Wear your frat tank top, alumni T-shirt or school colors. And plan to be hazed.  Shotskis on the bar.

Thursday

Thursday Lunch

DJ JOSH PEACE
03.17.2022
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
CANYON LODGE

Dog Tag Après-ski

DJ MAX BRUCE
03.17.2022
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
GOMEZ'S – THE VILLAGE

We’ll provide the dog tags and you color code them: Red = Taken,  Yellow – Let’s discuss,
Green = Available (go for it)

VIP Wine and Mezcal Tasting

03.17.2022
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
WHITEBARK RESTAURANT & LOUNGE - THE WESTIN

An exclusive meet-up for our VIP Pass holders with complementary wine, small bites and a mezcal tasting.

Dinner Recommendation

Lakanuki - The Village

Throwback Thursday

THE PERRY TWINS
03.17.2022
9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
MAMMOTH ROCK N BOWL - 3029 CHATEAU ROAD

Drink, dance and bowl. Music from the 80s, 90s, 00s and today.
Shuttles will run from the Village to the venue starting at 9pm.

Friday

Costume Ski Race and Lunch

DJ MAX BRUCE
03.18.2022
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
MAIN LODGE

More details coming soon.

Après at 10k

DJ JOSH PEACE
03.18.2022
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
MCCOY STATION (MIDMOUNTAIN) - CATCH THE GONDOLA AT MAIN LODGE

The world’s highest and gayest apres-ski party in the world!
Shuttles will be running from Village to Main Lodge starting at 4pm.

Dinner Recommendation

Campo – The Village

Glow Ho

DJ CASEY ALVA
03.18.2022
9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
KITCHEN 53 - THE VILLAGE

It’s time to glow up. Come dressed with your neon and blacklight reactive clothes and facepaint.

Saturday

Rainbow Run

03.19.2022
11:30 AM
TOP OF GOLD RUSH LIFT

Join us for our Rainbow Run down the hill! Wear your rainbow colors, fly your rainbow flags or express yourself in any silly costume you want.  We’ll parade down Mammoth Mountain with Pride!  Route will go from top of Gold Rush down Solitude to Downhill and we will arrive gaily at Canyon Lodge.

Saturday Lunch

DJ MAX BRUCE
03.19.2022
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
CANYON LODGE

Onesie Après-ski

DJ CASEY ALVA & THE PERRY TWINS
03.19.2022
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
LAKANUKI & MOUNTAIN CENTER - THE VILLAGE

Come decked out in your best/sexiest/silliest onesie! There will be prizes.

Dinner Recommendation

Gomez’s - The Village

Dina Martina

Forgotten But Not Gone
03.19.2022
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
CANYON LODGE

Doors open at 8:15.

Gear

DJ JOE PACHECO
03.19.2022
9:30 PM - 2:00 AM
CANYON LODGE

Bring your GEAR for our sexy Saturday party: leather gear, snow gear, sports gear.  This is our blowout dance party of the weekend.  We will sell out.

Sunday

Sunday Drag Brunch

THE PERRY TWINS
03.20.2022
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
GOMEZ’S – THE VILLAGE

Our first ever Drag Brunch, with Toronto’s drag superstar Jezebel Bardot! Seatings at 11am and 1pm, or show up whenever you want. Free for everyone.

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Tickets

EVENT TICKETS: Get your party passes and tickets now. Events will sell out, and there are capacity limits at all of the events. The party passes include a savings so that even if you miss a couple of events, you are better off getting the pass. We do not sell individual Aprés-Ski tickets in advance. There will be a limited number available at the door on a first come basis.

LIFT TICKETS: These will be the lowest prices you’ll be able to get anywhere. Lift Ticket prices go up as the event gets closer. Pre-purchased lift tickets will be available for pickup at any mountain ticket office, including the Village Lodge and Mammoth Mountain Inn lobbies.

Refund Policy:
If an event is cancelled or postponed due to a government order related to COVID in 2022, your ticket or pass will be refunded or honored at a future event. There is no refund of pre-purchased tickets if you decide not to attend an event that occurs as scheduled. You warrant that you already understand the risks associated with attending a public event in 2022 and local vaccination requirements before purchasing a ticket.

Platinum VIP Pass

WEEKEND PASS
$345
$405 value
Price good thru 1/31
Buy Tickets

Entry to all events, INCLUDING Saturday Comedy Night

VIP Entrance - VIP Gift Bag
Elevation 2022 t-shirt

VIP Pass

WEEKEND PASS
$315
$375 value
Price good thru 1/31
Buy Tickets

Entry to all events, EXCEPT Saturday Comedy Night

VIP Entrance - VIP Gift Bag
Elevation 2022 t-shirt

Party Pass

WEEKEND PASS
$265
$325 value
Price good thru 1/31
Buy Tickets

Entry to all events, EXCEPT the VIP Wine Reception and Saturday Comedy Night

Friday / Saturday Pass

PARTY PASS
$210
$225 value
Price good thru 3/18
Buy Tickets

Entry to all Friday and Saturday events (parties), EXCEPT Saturday Comedy Night

Après-Ski Pass

PARTY PASS
$155
$175 value
Price good thru 1/31
Buy Tickets

Entry to all four après-ski events (Wednesday-Saturday)

Frat Boy (Wed Night)

INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$15
$15 value
Price good thru 3/16
Buy Tickets

Entry to Wednesday night party

Throwback Thursday Night

INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$20
$25 value
Price good thru 1/31
Buy Tickets

Entry to Thursday night party

Glow Ho (Fri Night)

INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$45
$50 value
Price good thru 1/31
Buy Tickets

Entry to Friday night party

Comedy Night

INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$30
$30 value
Buy Tickets

Entry to Saturday night Comedy Show

Gear

INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$55
$60 value
Price good thru 1/31
Buy Tickets

Entry to Saturday night party

Lift Tickets

2, 3, 4, OR 5 DAY
Discounted Elevation Lift Tickets: These will be the lowest prices you’ll be able to get anywhere. Lift Ticket prices go up as the event gets closer, and online sales end Monday, March 14th, at 12pm. Pre-purchased lift tickets will be available for pickup at any mountain ticket office, including the Village Lodge and Mammoth Mountain Inn lobbies.

We will have discounted lift tickets on sale at our Box Office, which will be set up at the entrance to all Elevation events. Since our events start at 4pm daily, lift tickets purchased at our Box Office will be valid for the day after purchase.
Buy Lift Tickets

2 of 4 Day: $220
3 of 5 Day: $325
4 of 6 Day: $395
5 of 7 Day: $455

Rainbow Discount Program

Businesses across Mammoth Lakes want to support the Elevation community! To access these discounts, mention Elevation or the Rainbow Discount Program. You’ll also see rainbow clings on the doors of participating merchants.

20% off rentals and demo rentals, 30% for 5+ days

Discounted pricing on lessons and rental equipment for all Elevation 2021 guests. Call 800-MAMMOTH (1-800-626-6684) by Monday, February 15, 2021 for reservations and reference Elevation 2021 (booking ID #30517). Subject to deposit and cancellation policies quoted by the vacation specialist. After March 15th, activities may be purchased at the retail rate.

20% off rentals and demo rentals, 30% for 5+ days

20% off rentals

15% off Bar & Dining Menus during Elevation Week

10% discount on any bottle of wine. Mention the code "Elevate" for discount.

15% off food and drinks during Elevation Week

10% off salad and grain bowls during Elevation Week

 $0.50 off all coffee drinks. Buy one, get one 50% off draft beer. $1 off canned beer. 20% off wine bottles, sangria, bellinis, and champagne.

15% off Bar & Dining Menus (counter orders)

One free dessert for every two dinners

15% off food

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