Following a record-breaking year for both attendance and athlete participation in 2024, the Vail Valley Foundation’s GoPro Mountain Games will return to Vail June 5-8, 2025, with event registration opening Feb. 5. This year will feature an expanded lineup of competitions, updated courses and the debut of the inaugural Mountain Games Athlete Team. 

Early bird pricing will be available through April 1. Athletes, outdoor enthusiasts and adventure-seekers of all skill levels are encouraged to secure their spots early for more than 35 competitions across 11 disciplines, including trail running, climbing, whitewater, biking, disc golf, fishing, yoga, slackline and the always-popular canine competitions. Over $140,000 in cash prizes will be distributed. 

What’s new for 2025? 

The 2025 GoPro Mountain Games will bring several exciting additions and enhancements, including: 

• A dedicated YETI Speed Climbing competition, in partnership with USA Climbing, will add to the already robust climbing offerings. Speed climbing is one of the fastest-growing Olympic sports. 
• The inaugural Vail Ultra, benefitting 50 for the Fallen: a challenging 50-mile mixed-surface course from Vail Mountain to the top of Vail Pass and back. Net proceeds benefit the nonprofit organization that offers mental health services to Veterans and their families. This event will mark the kick-off to the 2025 GoPro Mountain Games, with runners starting at 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 5. 
• Redesigned running and mountain biking courses, offering fresh challenges for athletes. 
• The debut of the Mountain Games Athlete Team, featuring nine exceptional athletes across multiple disciplines. 
• The launch of the official Mountain Games mobile app, allowing spectators to build personalized event schedules, explore maps, and discover opportunities to engage with sports, music, and brand activations. 

The full schedule, including all event details and updates, will be available at mountaingames.com/schedule once registration goes live on Feb. 5.  

“The tremendous growth we saw in 2024 speaks to the Mountain Games’ unique ability to bring together athletes and enthusiasts from all corners of the outdoor community,” said Sarah Franke, senior vice president of operations for the Vail Valley Foundation. “With the introduction of new events and our inaugural Mountain Games Athlete Team, we’re not just growing the event — we’re deepening our commitment to the mountain sports community by creating opportunities to inspire the next generation of mountain athletes.” 

“What makes the GoPro Mountain Games special is how it continues to evolve while staying true to its core mission of celebrating the active mountain lifestyle. Speed climbing brings an incredibly dynamic and spectator-friendly element to our climbing events, while the Vail Ultra connects our passionate trail running community with a powerful cause,” said Dave Dressman, eventdDirector for the Vail Valley Foundation. “But the Mountain Games aren’t just for athletes, either. If testing your lung capacity at 8,150 feet isn’t your cup of tea, you can still come to spectate, listen to live music, hang out with the dogs, and enjoy the amazing brand activations and the beautiful Rocky Mountain vibes.” 

The Mountain Games Athlete Team includes accomplished competitors from across the mountain sports spectrum, from freestyle kayaking to climbing, mountain biking to slacklining. These ambassadors will represent the Mountain Games throughout the year, leading up to and during their competitions in June.  

The full Mountains of Music concert lineup will be announced in March, with free daytime concerts in Vail Village and Golden Peak and evening shows at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with support from Bonfire Dub will be playing at The Amp on June 5, while Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway and the California Honeydrops will take the stage June 6. More artists will be announced soon; all details and tickets can be found at mountaingames.com/music. 

Returning for its third year, the CoLab Stage will once again feature some of the top creators, musicians, athletes and outdoor personalities on stage in the heart of Vail Village. The full CoLab schedule will feature the Mountain Games Show, live music, live art and athlete integrations. 

Register beginning February 5 at mountaingames.com/register to secure early bird pricing.