Press Releases
The latest and greatest news from Sunday River Resort
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Fastest 6-Person Chairlift in North America to be Built at Maine's Sunday River Resort this Summer
Feb 16, 2023
Wisconsin Couple Takes Home Cash and Beer Prize in 23rd Annual North American Wife Carrying Championship
Oct 8, 2022
Team Silly Sconnies were awarded $511 and six cases of beer at Maine ski area event
The Snow is a Go: Annual Snowmaking Systems Test Completed at Sunday River Resort
Sep 30, 2022
Maine ski area fires up the snowguns on the last day of September with temps in the low 30s
Sunday River, in Partnership with the River Fund Maine, Announces Free Season Pass Program for Local Kids
Sep 12, 2022
Maine ski resort teaming up with local non-profits to offer season passes to qualifying local students
Summer Season at Sunday River Resort Jam-Packed with Events for the Whole Family
Jun 13, 2022
Both the resort and Bethel Village to bring back classic events for locals and guests alike; tickets and registration for large events open now
Experience Western Maine this Summer with Sunday River Outfitters
Jun 10, 2022
Sunday River Outfitters successfully launched for the season on May 30, offering classes in archery, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding
Snowmaking Upgrades at Sunday River Resort Largest in Recent Resort History
Apr 21, 2022
2022-23 snowmaking system improvements now underway at Sunday River Resort in Maine
Busy Summer Ahead at Sunday River as Jordan 8 Construction Begins, Snowmaking Upgrades Coming Soon
Mar 28, 2022
Summer Improvements at Maine Resort include installing world-class 8-person chairlift and snowmaking upgrades on Spruce Peak
Sunday River to Ring in Spring with Events, Concerts
Mar 14, 2022
Classic traditions return after a 2-year hiatus, as well as exciting new events at the resort
Sunday River, Sugarloaf, and Loon Ski Resorts Offer Season Passes and a New Ticket Pack for Winter 2022/23
Mar 8, 2022
Sunday River, Sugarloaf, and Loon ski resorts offer season passes at varying price points
Chairlift Incident at Sunday River
Feb 23, 2022
100,000 Lights Line the Woods at Sunday River's Après Aglow
Jan 20, 2022
Lighted half-mile trail delivers winter magic for visitors of all ages.
Wicked Air & Après Light Show Returns to Sunday River
Jan 11, 2022
Presented by Samuel Adams, big air show features top athletes and 3D projection mapping on the slopes.
232 Santas Hit the Ski Slopes for a Good Cause
Dec 5, 2021
Sunday River event raises over $5,000 for local non-profit.
21st Annual Santa Sunday Returns for Christmas Cheer and Fundraising Efforts
Dec 2, 2021
Over 200 Santas to hit the slopes at Sunday River on December 5, 2021
Boyne Resorts Expands Portfolio with Purchase of Shawnee Peak
Oct 22, 2021
Three-Time Champions Take Home Cash and Beer in 22nd Annual North American Wife Carrying Championships
Oct 9, 2021
Team Lovebirds were awarded $620 and six cases of beer at Maine ski area’s Fall Festival.
Sunday River to Install Eight-Person Bubble Chairlift on Its Snowiest Peak
Oct 7, 2021
The Jordan 8 chairlift is one of three chairlift upgrades to enhance the experience at one of New England’s largest ski areas over the next three years.
Snow in the Making: Annual Systems Test Completed at Sunday River
Oct 1, 2021
Maine ski area fires up the snowguns with temperatures in the 30s to prepare for winter.
What’s New at Sunday River for Winter 2021/22
Sep 20, 2021
Improvements include snowmaking, on-mountain infrastructure, sustainability, and more.
Maine Brew Fest & Fall Festival Return to Sunday River
Aug 30, 2021
Beer festival with over 20 Maine breweries scheduled for September 18; North American Wife Carrying Championship, New England Cornhole Championship, and Blue Mountain Arts and Craft Fair slated for October 9-10.
Climate Collaborative Charter
Jun 10, 2021
Four largest ski industry leaders announce joint commitment to fight climate change.
Boyne Resorts Moves To 100% Renewable Electric Energy Across North American Operations
Feb 5, 2021
Announces Environmental Sustainability Plan and Goal of Zero Net Carbon Emissions by 2030
Sunday River Resort Announces Capital Projects for 2020 in 10-Year Vision
Feb 5, 2020
Improvements for Maine ski area by 2030 include RFID, snowmaking, chairlift and facilities upgrades, real estate developments, and year-round experiences.
Jordan 8 Fact Sheet
Jan 1, 0001