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The official blog of Sunday River.

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A chef cutting cilantro at the Chef Summit at Sunday River.
December 7, 2025

Meet the Talent Behind the 2026 Chef Summit

On January 24, 2026 the Grand Summit Hotel will transform into a gourmet haven as we welcome 12 award-winning chef teams, each showcasing their own unique creations, for the 2026 Chef Summit.

A family posing for a photo on skis at Sunday River.
November 24, 2025

2025 Holiday Gift Guide

Ready to crush your holiday shopping? We've rounded up the best gear, experiences, and Sunday River exclusives that'll make you the MVP this season.

Shop the Holiday Guide
Donny Pelletier on a chairlift with his Almanac
October 21, 2025

Donny's Almenac

Forget them weathermen with their computahs. Donny's Almanac uses REAL science: woolly beahs, birch trees, and my trick knee to predict the whole wintah. Gonna be wicked good, bub.

Learn Sumthin'
The Jordan 8 at Sunday River with fresh snow.
October 17, 2025

Keith's Winter Forecast

Join NEWS CENTER Maine's Keith Carson for a breakdown of what the upcoming season could deliver to Western Maine

Get Stoked
An aerial view of Sunday River Resort in summer with blue skies and green trees.
May 7, 2025

Don’t Sleep on Summer at Sunday River

Hot Take: Sunday River is cool in summer. Explore some of the fun things this part of Maine has to offer.

Plan Your Stay
The sun setting along a green at the Sunday River Golf Club.
April 14, 2025

Tee Time with a View

From breathtaking views to Robert Trent Jones Jr.'s iconic design, experience a unique round every time at the Sunday River Golf Club, no matter the season.

Discover the Course
A snowmaker at Sunday River, looking at a snowgun as the sun rises.
April 1, 2025

2025 Sunday River Presidents' Award Recipients

Celebrate the 2025 Sunday River Presidents' Award recipients!

Celebrate Our Team