Freeride World Tour announces six-stop calendar for 20th anniversary season

The 2027 season will feature 53 athletes competing across four regular-season events, followed by two FWT Finals. The top 60% of riders will make it through The Cut, with each athlete’s best three results from the opening four events counting towards qualification. Those who survive the cut will then face two very different challenges: the steep alpine terrain of Snowbird and the technical big-mountain lines of Verbier.

Here’s how the season will play out.

Stop 1: Baqueira Beret Pro by Occident

January 16–17, 2027 | Spain

The season kicks off in the Spanish Pyrenees, with riders returning to the demanding Tuc de Bacivèr. The venue has already delivered some memorable Tour moments, and there will be plenty of familiar faces looking to add another win. Max Palm, who won here in 2022 and 2023, and Justine Dufour-Lapointe, back-to-back Ski Women winner in 2025 and 2026, will both be looking to continue their strong records.

Weather window: January 16–21.

Stop 2: Val Thorens Pro

January 25–26, 2027 | France

The Tour heads to the French Alps for its second stop, where the steep face of Cime Caron will provide the playground. With 14 French riders on the 2027 roster, including five from Val Thorens itself, the home contingent should have plenty of support. Defending event winners Victor de Le Rue and Noémie Equy return, while local siblings Lou and César Barin will be hoping to make the most of home advantage.

Weather window: January 25–30.

Stop 3: Georgia Pro

February 20–21, 2027 | Mestia, Georgia

The Tour returns to Mestia for its fourth visit to the Caucasus, with riders taking on the popular Kakhiani face. Last season’s event was cancelled due to snow conditions, so there’ll be plenty of anticipation around a return to Georgia’s renowned powder. Marcus Goguen, a two-time winner at the venue, will be chasing a third victory.

Weather window: February 20–26.

Stop 4: Fieberbrunn Pro

March 3–9, 2027 | Austria

A Tour fixture since 2011, Fieberbrunn’s Wildseeloder face hosts the final regular-season event and The Cut. With the top 60% advancing to the Finals, this is where the season gets serious for anyone still fighting for a place. Last year’s event was cancelled due to snow conditions, adding another layer of anticipation for the return to the Austrian venue. Max Hitzig, who first made his name on the Wildseeloder, will be one to watch.

Final 1: Snowbird Pro

March 16–17, 2027 | Utah, USA

Snowbird makes its long-awaited return to the FWT calendar, having last hosted the Tour in 2014. The Utah resort has a deep history in American freeriding, with competitions dating back to 1998, and its combination of steep alpine terrain and reliable snowfall makes it a fitting venue for the first Final.

Mount Baldy will host the competition, where riders will need to find their way down technical terrain while making smart line choices under pressure. Local athletes Ross Tester and Hannah Baldwin will be among those hoping to qualify and take advantage of home snow.

Weather window: March 16–22.

Final 2: Xtreme Verbier

March 27–28, 2027 | Switzerland

As always, the season reaches its conclusion on the legendary Bec des Rosses. The Xtreme Verbier is one of freeriding’s most iconic venues, and the 2027 edition will once again decide who takes home the four FWT Champion titles. With thousands of Swiss fans expected, there’ll be extra support for the home contingent, including Sybille Blanjean and Martin Bender

It’s a fitting place to wrap up 20 seasons of the Freeride World Tour — and there’s no room for a cautious finish.

Weather window: March 27–April 4.