EMPOWDER

FESTIVAL

CLINICS AND COMMUNITY BUILDING TO INSPIRE AND ELEVATE WOMEN+ and non-binary IN WINTER SPORTS

Feb 2026

AT SUGAR BOWL RESORT IN LAKE TAHOE

MISSION

Empowder Festival's mission is to inspire and elevate women and non-binary participation and representation in freeride through inclusive skill progression, community building, and challenging industry norms.

2025 Festival SUPPORTED BY

  • "New Freeride Festival Is Carving Its Own Path for Women at Sugar Bowl"

    - POWDER

  • "With a sold-out kick-off event, enthusiastic industry support, and a rapidly growing community, Empowder aims to redefine freeride skiing—and action sports as a whole—for generations to come."

    - SIERRA SUN

  • "By the time the weekend wrapped up, it was clear that Empowder is more than just a ski festival—it’s a movement. Mark my words, you’ll be hearing about Empowder for years to come."

    - TETON GRAVITY RESEARCH

  • "We wanted to create a space that fostered an environment that was inclusive, celebratory, and community-centered, all while maintaining room for progression and competition."

    - STANFORD

DAY 1

SKILL PROGRESSION Saturday

Immerse yourself in a day of skill-building and community connection! Our Saturday program offers a rotating schedule of three sessions, catering to all skill levels.

Sunday marks the grand finale of our festival with a casual freeride competition mixed in with another day of progression. We are here to help you fight off those Sunday Scaries! *Note: Competition is dependent on suitable conditions, may be cancelled if it is not safe to run.

DAY 2

SUNDAY FUNDAY