BIG TEAM ENERGY & MASCOTS ON THE HILL

Mascots. Snow. Minnesota pride. That’s the lineup for Mascot Day at Buck Hill on Saturday, January 31st.

From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Buck Hill turns into the ultimate winter meetup for skiers and snowboarders who love Minnesota sports almost as much as they love snow days. Families are invited to celebrate their favorite teams with on-hill fun, off-hill smiles, and plenty of photo ops with some very recognizable (and very fuzzy) faces.

Mascots will be roaming the base area and skiing the slopes, ready for high-fives, selfies, and a little friendly cheering between runs. Ski a few laps, grab a photo, and repeat because it’s a game plan everyone can get behind.

Mascots appearing at Mascot Day include:

• T.C. Bear – Minnesota Twins
• Rory the Aurorasaurus – Minnesota Aurora FC
• Nordy – Minnesota Wild
• Bucky the Buck – Buck Hill Ski School
• Baxter the Bear – Buck Hill Ski School

After carving turns and collecting mascot memories, head inside for some well-earned après-ski time. Buck ’54 Bar & Grill will be serving up hot cocoa and family-friendly bites, the perfect way to warm up and recap the day’s highlights.

If your family is brand-new to skiing or already racing to the lift, Mascot Day brings together Minnesota team spirit, winter fun, and a whole lot of smiles. Skiing plus mascots? That’s a win on every scoreboard.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Area | 15400 Buck Hill Rd. | Burnsville, MN 55306