Kings & Queens is Back: Jackson Hole Announces 2026 Dates
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The most anticipated event in freeride is officially back on the calendar. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has announced the 2026 Kings & Queens of Corbet’s weather window from February 7-14, 2026.
As the eighth edition of this showcase, the competition returns to Corbet's Couloir with a roster of world-class athletes. With the JHMR summit reporting over 200 inches of snowfall this season, the stage is set for a showdown in the Tetons.
The 2026 Lineup
The invited roster features a heavy mix of veteran champions and fresh faces:
- Defending Royalty: Reigning Queen Ana Eyssimont returns to defend her title.
- Ski Standouts: Keep an eye on freestyle wizard Alex Hackel, Jackson local Wyatt Gentry, and the creative lines of Kelly Hilleke.
- Snowboard Heavy Hitters: The field includes Olympic veteran Sarka Pancochova, Ulrik Badertscher, and first-time invitees Ellie Weiler and Mason Lemery.
Format and Stakes
True to its roots, the event remains athlete-judged, where peers crown the winners based on progression, style, and degree of difficulty.
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- Total Prize Purse: $50,000.
- Podium Breakdown: $5,000 for 1st, $3,000 for 2nd, and $2,000 for 3rd in each of the four categories.
- The Bonus: The highest-scoring male and female overall take home an additional $5,000 and the titles of King and Queen.
Relive the Action
While we wait for the 2026 window to open, check out the highlights from last year to see how the "Guinea Pig" Tim McChesney and Queen Ana Eyssimont claimed their titles.
