Steamboat will have its 44th traditional Rite of Spring once again, and they’re inviting you to join the fun. The Cardboard Classic is a creative and hilarious way to say goodbye to winter and officially prepare as warmer weather to return.
This fun and crazy downhill event will take place on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, at the base of Steamboat Ski Resort in Gondola Square. The event starts at 9 am and finishes two hours later with an awards ceremony to follow right after.
This is a great way to show off your hidden talent for arts and crafts. Participants are required to make their own cardboard crafts for this unique race. Bring out your duct tape, markers, strings, balloons, and other fun decorations to make your ride stand out. Then watch each race as it stampedes to the finish line.
Awards – Each participant/group can win in these creative categories:
- Coca-Cola Classic
- Most Creative
- Best Individual Craft
- Best Reproduction
- Judge’s Choice
- Best Costumes
- Crowd Favorite
- Best Engineering
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Details
Address: 2305 Mt Werner Cir, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Cost: Free
Website: steamboat.com/things-to-do/events/coca-cola-cardboard-classic