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Elevation Mammoth 2023

Elevation Mammoth turns 21!

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.

Elevation 2022 was by far our biggest and best event to date. The boys came out in force and turnt the party up!

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.

See you on the hill,

Tom Whitman
Founder, Elevation

Regarding the conditions in Mammoth...
Mammoth has been getting a ton of snow. The mountain continues to be open through the storms, with short interruptions on only the worst of the days or recently when they had a power outage. Certain lifts or areas may be closed due to wind or snow, but that is always the case. We don’t foresee the mountain being closed but can’t plan ahead for weather. Make sure and bring chains with you, as they will most likely be required, and check road conditions before traveling: ROAD CONDITIONS

About Us

The Twenty-First Annual Mammoth Gay Ski Week returns to the High Sierras and Mammoth Lakes, California.
Our core mission remains the same after 20 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.

Check out our sister events

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.

Schedule of Events

We 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.

For updates on events, follow us on Instagram @elevationgayski.
Wednesday

Welcome Après-ski

DJ JOSH PEACE
03.15.2023
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
SHELTER DISTILLING - THE VILLAGE

Come meet us and the first arrivals at Shelter Distilling.

The EATery at Mammoth Brewing Company - 18 Lake Mary Rd

Frat Boy

DJ DAWNA MONTELL
03.15.2023
9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
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
03.16.2023
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
CANYON LODGE

Dog Tag Après-ski

DJ DAWNA MONTELL
03.16.2023
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

03.16.2023
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 spirits tasting.

The Brasserie Mammoth (above Mammoth Rock N Bowl)

Throwback Thursday

DJ MAX BRUCE
03.16.2023
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

Ski & Ride Hookups

LED BY SAGA LA
03.17.2023
9:30 AM
CANYON LODGE
Meet by the big map at Canyon Lodge.

Friday Lunch

DJ DAWNA MONTELL
03.17.2023
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
MCCOY STATION

Après at 10k

DJ CASEY ALVA
03.17.2023
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
MCCOY STATION (MIDMOUNTAIN) - CATCH THE GONDOLA AT MAIN LODGE

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

Whitebark Restaurant & Lounge – The Westin

Glow Ho

DJ JOSH PEACE & DJ SIMON HARRISON
03.17.2023
9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
KITCHEN 53
9:30 PM - 2:00 AM
TBD

It’s time to glow up. Come dressed with your neon and blacklight reactive clothes and facepaint.  Your ticket gets you into at least one of the venues, NOT BOTH, if one is at fire capacity.

Saturday

Ski & Ride Hookups

LED BY ARRIBA SKI & SNOWBOARD CLUB
03.18.23
9:30 AM
CANYON LODGE
Meet by the big map at Canyon Lodge.
03.18.2023
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 Lift to Solitude to Downhill and we will arrive gaily at Canyon Lodge.

Saturday Lunch

DJ SIMON HARRISON
03.18.2023
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
CANYON LODGE

Onesie Après-ski

DJ CASEY ALVA & DJ MAX BRUCE
03.18.2023
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
GOMEZ'S
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
LAKANUKI

Come decked out in your best/sexiest/silliest onesie! There will be prizes.  Your après-ski ticket gets you into at least one of the venues, NOT BOTH, if one is at fire capacity.

Gomez’s - The Village

Comedy Night

BATTLE OF THE BITCHES WITH JACKIE BEAT & SHERRY VINE
03.18.2023
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
CANYON LODGE

Doors open at 8:00.  Shuttles will be running from the Village (under the gondola) to Canyon Lodge starting at 7:45pm.

Gear

DJ DAN SLATER
03.18.2023
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

DJ MAX BRUCE
03.19.2023
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
GOMEZ’S – THE VILLAGE

Seatings at 11am and 12:30pm.  Passes do not include access to brunch.  Purchase individual tickets below, on the tickets page.

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.

ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK. I acknowledge and understand that participation, attendance, and volunteering with ELEVATION may include possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including, but not limited to, COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist; I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties; and I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm, and loss associated with events held or sponsored by ELEVATION, including any injury, harm, and loss caused by the negligence, fault or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties.

BY ATTENDING AND/OR PARTICIPATING IN THE ACTIVITY, YOU ARE DEEMED TO HAVE GIVEN A FULL RELEASE OF LIABILITY TO THE RELEASED PARTIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

Platinum VIP Pass

WEEKEND PASS
$365
$405 value
Price good thru 3/15
Buy Tickets

Entry to all events Wednesday thru Saturday, INCLUDING Saturday Comedy Night. DOES NOT include Sunday Brunch.

VIP Entrance - VIP Gift Bag
Elevation 2023 t-shirt

VIP Pass

WEEKEND PASS
$335
$375 value
Price good thru 3/15
Buy Tickets

Entry to all events, EXCEPT Saturday Comedy Night and Sunday Brunch.

VIP Entrance - VIP Gift Bag
Elevation 2023 t-shirt

Party Pass

WEEKEND PASS
$285
$325 value
Price good thru 3/15
Buy Tickets

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

Friday / Saturday Pass

PARTY PASS
$210
$225 value
Price good thru 3/17
Sold Out

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

Après-Ski Pass

APRES-SKI PASS
$165
$175 value
Price good thru 3/15
Buy Tickets

Entry to all four après-ski events
(Wednesday-Saturday: 4-7pm)

This pass DOES NOT include the nighttime parties.

Frat Boy (Wed Night)

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

Entry to Wednesday night party

Throwback Thursday Night

INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$25
$25 value
Price good thru 3/16
Buy Tickets

Entry to Thursday night party

Bowling and shoe rental are NOT INCLUDED with the cost of entry

Glow Ho (Fri Night)

INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$50
$50 value
Price good thru 3/17
Sold Out

Entry to Friday night party

Comedy Night

INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$30
$30 value
Buy Tickets

Entry to Saturday night Comedy Show

Gear

INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$60
$60 value
Price good thru 3/18
Buy Tickets

Entry to Saturday night party

Sunday Drag Brunch

INDIVIDUAL TICKET
$10
$10 Value
2 Seatings: 11:00am & 12:30pm
Buy Tickets

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 Tuesday, March 7th. 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 NOT have discounted lift tickets on sale at our Box Office, so make sure and purchase your lift tickets by March 7th.

2 of 4 Day: $255
3 of 5 Day: $390
4 of 6 Day: $480
5 of 7 Day: $575

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.

Discounted pricing on lessons and rental equipment for all Elevation 2023 guests. Call 800-MAMMOTH (1-800-626-6684) by Friday, February 24, 2023 for reservations and reference Elevation 2023 (booking ID #33280). Subject to deposit and cancellation policies quoted by the vacation specialist. After February 24th, activities may be purchased at the retail rate.

20% off rentals, 30% for 5+ days
20% off repair shop work on skis or snowboard

20% off standard rentals when you mention Elevation.

10% discount off entire check. Mention the code "Elevate" when placing order.

One free dessert for every two dinners

15% off food

20% off wines by the glass all week.  Just mention Elevate!

10% off any infusion during Elevation Week

10% off salad and grain bowls during Elevation Week

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