EVENTS
Our space is your place! We created this one-of-a-kind spot to give back to to the ski, snowboard, outdoor, and local communities to use it as their own and help keep the stoke alive! We look forward to hosting your private or public parties, fundraisers, pop-ups, classes, corporate events, movie premiers and more here. Scroll down to see upcoming events, and talk to us about hosting your event or party here at J skis Burlington.
UPCOMING EVENTS
If you're looking for upcoming events, scroll to the section above.
DON'T TELL COMEDY SHOW!
Saturday, April 26th, 7:30pm doors open (21+)
Join us for the first ever comedy show at J Skis! The Don't Tell Comedy Show features a line-up of 5-7 comics with a mix of touring and local talent. Show will be 70-90 minutes of pure comedy gold. Tickets are $25.00 each, and can be purchased by going to https://www.donttellcomedy.com/shows/burlington-vt-04-26-25/. Invite all your friends, but don't tell anyone where the comedy show is though! It is a secret!! We are giving you the inside scoop that it is at J Skis!!
MAINE LINES MOVIE PREMIERE!
Friday, March 7th, 7:00pm doors open
Join us for the premiere of the all women's ski film based out of Maine. This amazing film aims to showcase the talent, passion and camaraderie of female skiers in ski patrol, park, racing and back country settings, while exploring the unique and breathtaking landscapes that Maine has to offer. Maine Lines pushes the boundaries of women's skiing, but also unravels the 'why' behind their unwavering dedication to breaking stereotypes.
SKI THE EAST AND HIGH FIVES PARTY!
Thursday, March 6th, 6pm - 8pm
Join us for a fun night with giveaways, raffle, movies, and competitions all to support and fundraise for the High Fives Foundation which has helped countless injured athletes and Veterans get back to doing what they love. The Foundation aims to be the leader of education and recovery of life-altering injuries in outdoor action sports, and we are so happy to host them this evening in this fun filled event!
BURTON - ANON RAILJAM AFTER PARTY
Thursday, February 6th, 8pm-11pm
Come join us after the Burton - Anon Railjam session for some brewskis, hot chocolate and good times! Come on in and talk about your best trick, or best crash. All is welcome!
BANFF PREPARTY WITH TRIVIA AND PRIZES!
Saturday, February 8th, 4pm-6pm
Come join us for a Banff film preparty complete with Banff trivia and prizes! Will have free hot chocolate to any ticket holder to Banff and drink specials! All is welcome!
GROUNDHOG FEST RAIL JAM AFTER PARTY!
Saturday, February 1st, 5pm - 9pm
All is welcome to party it up after the Groundhog Fest Rail Jam! Live DJ and a free hot chocolate to all participants! Come on in and talk about your best trick, or best crash. No cover charge.
Warm Up and Chill Out! A night for the Chill Foundation
Friday, January 31st, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Join us for a fun filled evening with drink specials, trivia and lots of raffle items up for grabs! We will have prizes from Burton, Anon, Ski the East as well a pair of skis from J Skis! All proceeds will go to the Chill Foundation!
"Variable" documentary
Previous event - Thursday Dec 12th
7:00pm screening
7:30pm Q&A with film maker Jamie Kennard
This documentary chronicles the 10 year journey of two brothers as they attempt to backcountry ski the Adirondack 46ers - a rugged collection of 46 mountains with peaks over 4,000 feet - in a quest to become the first people to ski all 81 of the classic high peaks of the Catskill and Adirondack Mountains. Physical injury in the mountains, a midnight rescue across thin lake ice, and the tragic loss of a spouse, all test the brothers’ commitment. Visit Variable's website and follow the project here.
TOTALITY FILM PREMIERE
Past Event - Saturday Dec 7th 6:30pm - 9pm
This one of a kind film delves into months long process to capture a singular, ephemeral moment, a skier outlined by a once in a lifetime full solar eclipse in the depths of Vermont's Green Mountains. The success in fleeting moments of the solar eclipse sparked a larger film project, headed by filmmaker Evan Daigle. Totality will highlight the behind the scenes of the operation and the countless hours of work that went into this amazing project.
TELE COLO Movie Tour
Past Event - Friday Dec 6th
Doors at 6:30, film at 7:30pm
A must attend for all telemark and snow enthusiasts!
Join TELE COLO for the World Premiere showing of their second full length telemark movie, "This Ol' Mill". From Japan to the South Lake Tahoe, telemark skiers from all over the world experience the importance of people and place. Also, check out Ty Dayberry's new short film, "Future Freeheel III".
There will be a raffle for a pair of ski blades, and pop-up shop from TELE COLO.
Featuring: Greg Yearsley, Sal Malone, Ty Guarino, Sofia Whitefields, Will Houskamp, Ty Dayberry, Sylvia Kinosian, Meghan Kelly, Gunnar Stoltenow, Van Ouellette-Ballas, Adam U, Will Enterline, Fynn Osmundson, Christopher Ewart, Collin Kloch, Nic Hofmann, Iisko Kuusisto, and more…
Catamount Trail's Backcountry Film Fest!
Past Event Dec 5th
Catamount Trail is bringing the @winterwildlandsalliance 20th Annual Backcountry Film Festival to J skis! Come celebrate winter and adventure with some great films and community. We'll be raffling off prizes from @j_skis, @scottsports, @julbo_eyewear, @sluff.wax, @untappedmaple, @molahoods, and more!
J Street Ski Film Extravaganza
Saturday Nov 16th, 6-9pm
Join us to watch this season's award winning urban ski films and hang with pro skiers Matt Duff and Justin "Juice" Kennedy and film maker Xavier Maryand.
7pm MOVIES:
"WORD TO THE WISE" by Xavier Maryand
"ABSORB" by OS Crew
"TAKE THE STAIRS" by The Runge.
7:45pm Q&A SESSION - After the movie skiers and film makers will answer your questions and explain what goes into making urban ski movies.
8pm TRIVIA for chance to win gear and J skis!!!
Ladies Night
Thursday Nov 14th
Calling all ladies!! Let’s get together for a night for just us chicks! We'll have drink specials, lady-specific trivia with great prizes, and 30% off all product just for us! There will also be a special screening of Novia Films' newest project, "Unwritten", an all female film production!
"Last Minute" Ski Movie
Previoulsy Nov 1st 2024
Come out to watch a short film that celebrates East Coast ski culture UVM-style. The crew head to one of the greatest places in the east to chase powder, the Chic Choc mountains of Quebec. Other movies will also be shown including "Caretaker" and more. Hosted by Parlor skis
Ski The East Webisodes & Beer Launch
Saturday Nov 9th 6-9pm
Come watch all Ski The East's newest Webisodes and try their NEW Ski The East x Long Trail beer... Hazy Mtn IPA! Join film maker Pat Sheils presenting ALL the unreleased episodes of Promised Land and Lappin'. Get ready for deep pow, big bumps, and mondo jumps.
- Free pizza! First come, first serve
- Raffle to benefit Flyin' Ryan
- Win free gear from STE, a pair of J skis, and prizes from other sponsors
TREW TO YOU FILM TOUR
Previously Oct 2024
Come watch the top 10 ski and snowboard short films including local east coast crew,THE SCHWACK PACK. They were choosen from hundreds of snowboard and ski crews from across North America submitted to the TREW To You Film Tour. Teams had only 8-weeks to film and 4-weeks to edit their film. The time has come for us to enjoy the fruits of all of the crew's labor! Come watch all the films, get hyped for winter, and support the local crew! We will have a bangin' raffle with prizes from supporters TREW Gear, J Skis, Hestra, Pit Viper, Super Pacific, Evo, Fifty Fifty, and more!RSVP
SKIS FOR CHANGE
Previous Event Oct 2024
There will be a silent auction, soulful food & spirits with ALL proceeds go to Vermont Adaptive, High Fives, and pennywisefoundation. Celebrate giving by and for the ski community, you can even bring your old skis while keeping them out of the landfill.GO TO AUCTION
GET A FREE PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
Previous Event Oct 2024
Think you're ready for ski season? Snowbeast Performance is doing free pre-season assessments to make sure you're ready to shred on opening day! Work one on one with Snowbeast professionals to test your mobility, strength, endurance, balance, and more. Hit the button to save your spot now!
PANGEA FILM TOUR 4 NEW FILMS
Previous Event Oct 2024
Get ready for an epic night of adrenaline filled action as the Pangea Film Tour showcases 4 brand new films from their ski & snowboard professional athletes! Don't miss out, space is limited so reserve your spot now! THIS EVENT IS FREE and open to the public.
HOST YOUR EVENT OR PARTY HERE!
Remember that perfect day on the mountain, followed by even better après with friends? We turned it into a venue. Entertain your guests at the most unique event space in Vermont! The warm and inviting rustic barn board interior, decorated with iconic ski and snowboard memorabilia captures the authentic winter culture of Vermont, bringing the mountain to the city! From intimate gatherings to full-scale celebrations and performances, we've got a one-of-a-kind backdrop to create an experience that your guests will be talking about for years to come. There's literally no place like this!
Beautiful hand-crafted live edge Maple wood bar with seating for 20 plus ample standing room.
Two large cozy large couches with seating for 8 next to a fire place but the ultimate après ski lodge vibezzz.
Catch a ride on this chairlift with entertainment for kids to discover and adults to reminise while playing dozens of vintage Nintendo 64 video games.
The coolest ski wall in the East! Perfect for group photos during your event.
TESTIMONIALS
PAT'S GRADUATION PARTY
"Everyone said the event was the "highlight" of graduation weekend. Caleb, you were definitely the coolest host we could have asked for! Your support, ideas and extra time were much appreciated. We truly couldn't have imagined a better place to celebrate Patrick's time in Burlington." - Matt and Bridget K.
VERMONT OUTDOOR BUSINESS ALLIANCE
"Thanks to each of you for supporting the first-ever VOBA meet up! It was great to see everyone, connect on a deeper level professionally and personally and meet some new industry people. The space was a perfect setting. Already looking forward to the next one!" - Kelly A.
TELECOLO MOVIE TOUR
"It means a lot to the community to have somebody open the doors of such a rad venue to watch some telemark movies, and it definitely means a lot to me! I promise to not be full of shit when I say this is the premiere I was looking forward to all tour!" - CJ Coccia
JARED'S BIRTHDAY PARTY
"Thank you J Skis for helping us throw an amazing birthday party to celebrate Jared! It was a fun filled night and we even pulled off surprising him! We look forward to having more events in your awesome space again soon."
-Megan P.
BURLINGTON BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
"It was our pleasure! I especially appreciate how easy you guys are to work with. Everyone had a great time last night. Several people mentioned that it was their first time in the space - a bonus. We are planning to do this monthly and would love to do it again at J skis in the fall! -Kelly Devine
SCHOOL RETIREMENT PARTY
"I just want to put a wrap up bow on our event. Please pass on to Caleb and Ritchie how wonderful they were at the event on Wednesday. They were easy going and professional. We had an absolute blast. It was so fun, and we appreciate you working with us!" - Robyn
MORE DETAILS
BAR & LOUNGE SPACE
- Comfy seating for 40 people including couches, standing tables, bar stools and chairlifts.
- Warm rustic barn board interior, decorated with iconic ski and snowboard memorabilia captures the authentic winter culture of Vermont, bringing the mountain to the city!
- Bar top is beautifully hand crafted maple wood that wraps 40 feet around with seating and standing for 20 plus people.
- Big screen TVs for playing your content, and a booming sound system for you to play music of your choice from any phone, and a mic when you're ready to be the star of your party.
- Games for the whole family including a dart board, vintage Nintendo 64 video games, and board games.
ENTERTAINMENT SPACE
- There's an infinite number of ways this space can be used including... dance floor, live music, business presentations, dinner parties and more.
- Fits 70 folding chairs arranged in rows for presentations and performances or a handful of large tables and chairs for more formal functions.
- Large projector screen is 12 feet wide x 7 feet high for immersive presentations and entertainment.
GENERAL INFO
- We're in a premier location in the biggest city in Vermont, on iconic Main street “the gateway to Burlington”. Conveniently located 1 block from Church Street, 2 blocks from UVM, Champlain Colleges, and hotels.
- You’re welcome to bring your own food, hire any caterer you like, or let us handle it for you—whatever works best for your event!
- There's parking on property for 12 cars, as well as a parking garage one block away.
- Two very clean gender neutral bathrooms, and a baby changing station.
- The entire property inside and outside is 100% Handicap accessibility, no steps!
- Maximum inside capacity is 90.
BOOK YOUR EVENT!
Tell us about the dream event you want to hold at our place, and we'll help make it happen!