Upcoming Events
Mark your calendars and explore upcoming events below!
Events
Celebrate your Mountaineer spirit.
No matter your role in the Western community, our year-round events help you stay engaged and show your Mountaineer pride.
January 30, 2027
Alumni Avalanche Game
Join fellow Western Colorado University alumni, family, and friends on Saturday, January 30, for a special Alumni Night at Ball Arena as the Colorado Avalanche take on the Buffalo Sabres. Enjoy a pregame happy hour at 1:30 p.m. before the 3 p.m. puck drop. Take advantage of exclusive alumni pricing and special experiences while connecting with fellow Mountaineers and cheering on the Avalanche!
February 5-7, 2027
Western Ski Weekend
Join Western Colorado University alumni, community members, and friends February 5–7 for a weekend of skiing, après-ski, and mountain adventures. Register to access special discounts on lodging, lift tickets, and rentals, plus free snowshoe and cross-country ski rentals for Sunday’s Breakfast in the Backcountry, courtesy of the Crested Butte Nordic Center. Wrap up the weekend with an Après-Ski Party featuring a live DJ set by Crested Butte favorite Hyphy Han!
February 27, 2027
Mountaineers Après: The Silverthorne Edition
Join fellow Western Colorado University alumni on Saturday, February 27, from 3–6 p.m. at Syndicate Brewing Co. in Silverthorne for an après-ski happy hour. Whether you’re coming straight off the slopes or simply looking to connect, enjoy good drinks, great company, and mountain-town vibes with fellow Mountaineers. Reconnect with old friends, meet new alumni, and keep the mountain fun going long after the lifts stop spinning!
Distinguished Alumni Awards
Each year during an official ceremony, Western Colorado University proudly celebrates the remarkable achievements of its alumni through two honors: the Distinguished Alumni Award and Pathfinder Recognition.
