Wenatchee Telemark Festival
Join us for Tele Fest, the ultimate celebration of freeheel skiing at Mission Ridge! Whether you’re a seasoned telemarker or just tele-curious, this annual event brings together the vibrant community of tele skiers for a full day of turns, clinics, gear demos, and good vibes. Expect laid-back fun, plenty of stoke, and maybe even a little friendly competition.
Tele Fest is your chance to connect with fellow tele enthusiasts and keep the spirit of freeheeling alive on the slopes of Mission Ridge. This event is organized by our friends at Rise of Tele.Â
Schedule
Saturday
| 1:00 PM | Check-in at the tent next to Chair 1 |
| 1:00PM – 3:30PM | NTN Demos |
| 1:00PM – 3:30PM | Tele Clinic – Beginners |
| 1:00PM – 3:30PM | Women’s Tele Clinic |
| 4:15PM – 5:00PM | Event Kick Off and Group Ski |
| 5:30 PM | Human Slalom |
| 6:00 PM | TeleColo Movie and Midway |
| 5:30 PM | Night Skiing |
| 6:30 PM | Live Music in the Hampton Lodge |
Sunday
| 9:00AM – 10:30AM | NTN Demos |
| 9:30AM – 11:30AM | Tele Lurk Clinic |
| 10:00 AM | Top of the Mountain Meet |
| 11:00 AM | Top of the Mountain Meet |
| 11:00AM – 12:00PM | Mission Ridge “locals” spots guided tour |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 12:15 PM | Raffle |
| 12:45 PM | Best Costume Award |
| 1:00PM – 3:00PM | Tele Clinic – Intermediate |
| 1:00PM – 3:00PM | Tele Clinic – Advanced |
| 2:00 PM | Top of the Mountain Meet |
| 2:30 PM | Return Demos |
| 3:15 PM | Event Wrap-up |
Date: January 10, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Where: Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort
Details & Registration