Discovery of
Winter Season

Bansko, · 2025/2026 Season

A festive kick-off to the ski season featuring concerts, special guests, and an exciting program at Banderishka Polyana and Nikola Vaptsarov Square.

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Giorgio Rocca 5× World Cup Slalom Winner

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Marc Girardelli 5× Overall World Cup Champion

Skiing Concert Free Admission Pirin

Date Dec 13, 2025

Start Time 11:00 a.m.

Admission Free

Organiser YulenAD

Program for the day

11:00 Banderishka Polyana

"Join the Champion's Team" & "Treasure Hunters" A unique opportunity for amateur skiers to hit the slopes side-by-side with Rocca and Girardelli.

12:00 Banderishka Polyana

Live Music & Ski Demonstrations Showcase performances by the Yulen Ski Club in an alpine setting.flax" amidst a mountain atmosphere.

17:30 Town Square

"Unique Bansko" Culinary Show Featuring celebrity chef Uti Bachvarov at Nikola Vaptsarov Square.

18:00 Town Square

Grand Opening Ceremony & Fireworks A festive launch of the season under the starry Bansko sky.

January

63 cm Great skiing & snowboarding conditions

February

133 cm Peak Season & Fresh Powder

March

158 cm Sunny Days & Pristine Pistes

Which slopes are open for the Grand Opening?

Depending on snow conditions, the upper ski zone slopes usually open—including Banderishka Polyana, the Plateau, and the "Tomba" run.

Are there any discounts on lift passes for opening day?

Historically, Yulen offers promotional prices for daily lift passes on the day of the official opening.

How can I beat the gondola queues?

We highly recommend purchasing your lift pass in advance online or via the official Bansko Ski mobile app.

Don't miss the 2025/2026 season! Free admission. December 13, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.