Epic festivals that will inspire your next ski trip!

Sometimes even a snow sports vacation can seem routine: wake up, hit the slopes, après, sleep, repeat. Not bad. But an increasing number of resorts are hosting winter festivals to give your winter break a turbo boost.

Most center on live music and competitions – from pro and amateur events to things that are patently ridiculous (and fun!) – and all generate an elevated tier of partying in and around the resort. Some include family-friendly activities as well.

1.Nor’Beaster | Killington, Vt.

2.SnowFest! | North Lake Tahoe, Calif.

3.Winter Carnival | Steamboat Springs, Colo.

4.Snowbombing | Mayrhofen, Austria

5.Rendezvous Festival | Jackson Hole, Wyo.