Season Passes

Q: What happens to my 21/22 Sugarbush Local Pass or Ikon Pass if Sugarbush closes due to COVID-19-related reasons?
A: Should Sugarbush, or any eligible Ikon Pass destination close during the 21/22 winter season, pass holders will receive a proportional credit towards the same pass product, Sugarbush or Ikon Pass, for the 22/23 season.

Q: Sometimes I have plans to ski/ride and they just don’t work out. What if I buy a 21/22 Pass and I’m not able to use it?
A: If you don’t use your Sugarbush Local Pass or Ikon Pass for any reason, you will have the option to defer the purchase price paid for your 21/22 Pass towards the purchase of a 22/23 Pass using the new Zero-Day Credit. You must defer your pass by December 9th, 2021.

Q: Do both Sugarbush Pass and Ikon Pass Adventure Assurance offer the same benefits?
A: Yes, Adventure Assurance* on all pass types off the same benefits.

*Subject to Terms and Conditions

Q: Did your passes change now that Sugarbush is part of the Alterra Mountain Company?
A: Yes. You now have even more options on how you can enjoy next winter with Ikon Pass and Sugarbush passes.

Q: What’s the difference between Ikon Pass and Alterra Mountain Company?
A: Alterra Mountain Company owns Sugarbush Resort and 14 North American Ski Resorts. Four years ago Alterra Mountain Company launched the Ikon Pass.

Q: How many destinations are part of the Ikon Pass?
A: Ikon Pass gives you access to 44 global destinations. Accessibility to each location is based on the pass product purchased.

Q: Will the Boomer Pass be available next winter?
A: Yes, whether you’ve been enjoying the Boomer Pass or you’ve been anxiously waiting the season that you’re finally 65 years old, you’re in luck!

Q: I like to ski Sugarbush all the time and I’m not sure if I want to buy an Ikon Pass. I don’t see anything for me in my age range (30-79). What are my options?
A: Our Sugarbush Premium Pass for ages 30-79 is now the Ikon Pass. This spring, if you purchase an Ikon Pass or Ikon Base Pass the price will be comparable to last year’s Sugarbush season pass. By purchasing an Ikon Pass you will have unlimited skiing/riding at Sugarbush, and can visit other North American resorts for free.

Q: I’m in my thirties and I don’t see a For30s Pass, what pass is best for me?
A: The For30s Pass is no longer available. Although the Ikon Pass and/or the Ikon Base Pass are slightly more expensive you will have the opportunity to ski Sugarbush and explore other Ikon Pass destinations. With the Ikon Pass Sugarbush pass holder renewal offer, and expand resort access this new pass option will be a better overall value.

Q: I’ve had a For20s Pass the last couple of years and don’t see it. Is the pass no longer offered?
A: In an effort to simplify pass products, the Sugarbush pass age brackets now match the same ranges that Ikon Pass uses. The For20s Pass still exists but is now considered Young Adult and covers ages 13-29.

Q: Will Sugarbush offer college passes next winter?
A: The Double Major and Sugarbush college passes will go on sale July 1st.

Q: In the fall I have always purchased a corporate pass. Will this be available next year?
A: The Sugarbush Corporate Pass will become part of the Ikon Corporate Pass and Ikon Base Corporate Pass.

Q: This winter I had a Double Major College Pass that allowed me to ski at Sugarbush and Mad River Glen. Will this be offered for the 2021/22 ski season?
A: Yes, the Double Major will be available for purchase starting on July 1st.

Q: I noticed that the age categories for Sugarbush passes changed this year?
A: To simplify our Sugarbush offerings we revised our age brackets to mirror Ikon Pass.

Q: Last spring, I purchased a pass during your Loyalty Program at a special price. Is there any discount if I buy a pass this spring?
A: Unfortunately there will be no Sugarbush Local Pass referral discount this year.

Q: If I buy a Sugarbush Pass this spring and decide in the fall I’d like either an Ikon Pass or Ikon Base Pass, can I change passes?
A: Yes, you can choose to switch to an Ikon Pass or Ikon Base Pass. You will need to pay any difference in price when you purchase the new pass.

Q: Is Sugarbush still part of the Mountain Collective?
A: Yes. The Mountain Collective is a pass that gives you two days of skiing/riding at 23 premier destinations worldwide.

Ikon Pass holders

Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Pass media will be delivered via mail during the fall. If you are a 20/21Sugarbush season pass holder who has purchased an Ikon Pass this season, before arriving at Sugarbush, you will need to go to your account on https://www.ikonpass.com to upload a new personal photo and sign your liability waiver. If you do both of these ahead of time, you will receive your pass or passes in the mail allowing you to go direct to the lift on your first day.

Sugarbush Pass holders

Sugarbush Local Pass holder will be receiving new pass media via mail during the fall. Sugarbush passes will now include a guest photo, so before you arrive to the mountain, you will need to go to your account on https://www.ikonpass.com to upload a new personal photo and sign your liability waiver. If you do both of these ahead of time, you will receive your pass or passes in the mail allowing you to go direct to the lift on your first day.

First Time Pass Purchasers

2021/22Season Pass purchasers will be receiving pass media via mail during the fall. Sugarbush passes include a guest photo, so before you arrive to the mountain, you will need to go to your account on https://www.ikonpass.com to upload a new personal photo and sign your liability waiver. If you do both of these ahead of time, you will receive your pass or passes in the mail allowing you to go direct to the lift on your first day.

Some Ikon and Sugarbush passes have holiday blackout dates or mountain area restrictions when a pass is not valid.

For 22/23, the holiday blackout dates for Ikon pass products are 12/26/22 – 12/31/22, 1/14/23 & 1/15/23, and 2/18/22 & 2/19/23.
Sugarbush Resort holiday blackout dates are 12/24/22 – 1/1/23, 1/14/23 – 1/16/23, and 2/18/23 – 2/26/23.

• Sugarbush Season Pass prices do not include 6% Vermont State Sales Tax
• A SugarXpress card must be purchased for $5 and may be reloaded for future purchases
• A Release of Liability must be signed upon purchase of season pass. Children under the age of 18, must have Release of Liability signed by parent/legal guardian.
• Sugarbush Season passes are non-refundable, non-transferable and not for resale
• Fraudulent use of season passes will result in the required purchase of lift access at the daily rate, as well as a 2 week suspension on the season pass, any further misuse will result in revocation of season pass.
• If your SugarXpress card is lost or forgotten, a replacement may be purchased for $5.