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Here’s what to expect from the opening day in Sun Peaks 

A sweet start to the 2025-26 winter season as Sun Peaks welcomes skiers and riders with complimentary cinnamon buns.

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November 27, 2025
Sun Peaks prepares for opening day on Nov. 27. Photo by Aibiike Alymova/Sun Peaks Independent News

As Sun Peaks gears up to welcome visitors for another winter season, anticipation is already running high. With opening day moved from Nov. 22 to Nov. 27, some activities will be broken down between Thursday and Saturday. 

Sun Peaks’ signature First Chair and Cinnamon Buns gathering will return, drawing early risers eager to be among the first up the mountain. Guests are invited to join the celebration between the Sundance and Sunburst chairlifts, where complimentary cinnamon buns will be handed out from 8:30 a.m.to 10 a.m., while supplies last. 

Rec: https://sunpeaksnews.com/sun-peaks-gears-up-for-2025-2026-winter-season/ 

Opening day celebrations will be in full swing Saturday. One of the weekend’s most popular attractions, Harry Bear & Cinnamon Buns, will return with treats and a visit from Sun Peaks’ mascot, drawing families and young skiers into the village. Later in the afternoon, guests can take part in Après & Ales at Masa’s Bar + Grill, where those with a valid lift ticket or season pass can enjoy a complimentary beer.

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Saturday evening will feature a screening of Teton Gravity Research’s Pressure Drop, offering a cinematic look at ski and snowboard culture. The film will be shown at Masa’s beginning at 7 p.m.

Additional activities hosted throughout the opening period include a Holiday Swag Wreath Workshop, a hands-on crafting session for visitors looking to bring home a seasonal keepsake.

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Aibiike Alymova

Aibiike Alymova enjoyed telling stories her whole life, though she first dreamed of a career in film directing, she found herself in Kamloops, pursuing a journalism degree. 

Her journey in journalism started in 2021, when she moved from Kyrgyzstan to pursue her education. For the first two years, she walked past the office for Thompson Rivers University’s student newspaper, The Omega and pull the doorknob, but every time it would be locked. In her third year, she heard The Omega was back, applied for the sports editor position and got it. She worked closely with the TRU WolfPack and the Kamloops Blazers, learning the basics of journalism. 

Growing up in Kyrgyzstan, Aibiike started skiing when she was a kid and she’s looking forward to experiencing winter at the resort. She is not only excited about the colder seasons, but also eager to see what summer at Sun Peaks has to offer and get involved in the community all year round.

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