Plaid & Powder Family Festival
Plaid & Powder is a multi-day family festival that celebrates classic Northwoods mountain life on Minnesota’s North Shore. Built around cozy winter traditions, playful kids’ activities, and laid-back après vibes, this festival blends skiing at Lutsen Mountains with small-town charm and family-friendly fun.
Throughout the weekend, families can ski by day, gather around fires by night, and enjoy simple, joy-filled moments that feel straight out of an up-north winter postcard.
Book 3-Day
Book 5-Day
Festival highlights include:
- Mascot Visits with Visit Cook County Moose – Meet and snap photos with everyone’s favorite moose as he pops up around the resort
- Children’s Fish Toss – A playful, classic up-north game for the kids
- Moose Scavenger Hunt – Explore the resort while hunting for hidden surprises
- Live Music – Easygoing tunes that set the tone for relaxed winter evenings
- Cozy Fires & Après Gathering Spots – Warm up and unwind between activities
- Hot Cocoa Bar – A must-stop for kids and parents alike
Plaid & Powder is about slowing down, leaning into winter, and enjoying the simple pleasures, flannel layers, powdery turns, smiling kids, and time together.
Bundle & Save with the Family Festival Package
Family Festival Weekends are best experienced with a Ski & Stay Package, bundling your lodging, lift tickets, and exclusive perks into one easy, high-value getaway.
Package perks include:
- 10% off lodging on our lowest available rates
- FREE rentals when you ski 3+ days
(Includes Beginner Ski Packages, Snowboard Packages & Helmets) - Music & events throughout the weekend
- Package lift tickets up to 34% off when booked in advance
Big savings for families:
- Family of four saves $800+ on lift tickets & rentals
Book 21+ days in advance to unlock the best savings and secure your spot for this popular festival weekend.
