📷 Holiday Valley
North America
Holiday Valley
Projected to open November 29, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, December · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 29
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Holiday Valley is projected to open November 29, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February32cm avg · last season 27
- #2January40cm avg
- #3December35cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 27
- #2 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 24.9
- #3 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 17.2
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 10:04 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Nov 29
Projected to open November 29, 2026
60 runs · 13 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 10:04 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (584m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Holiday Valley
Holiday Valley is a four-season ski resort located in Ellicottville, New York, featuring 60 slopes and trails spread across 290 acres of skiable terrain. The resort offers a welcoming atmosphere suitable for families and groups, with amenities including three base lodges, a variety of dining options, a mountain coaster, and a tubing park. Signature experiences include night skiing, terrain parks, and a full-service spa, making it a versatile destination for both winter sports and relaxation. Holiday Valley stands out for its well-groomed slopes, efficient lift system, and vibrant après-ski scene.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Holiday Valley
- Where is Holiday Valley?
- Holiday Valley is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Holiday Valley?
- Holiday Valley runs from a base elevation of 466 m (1,529 ft) to a summit of 701 m (2,300 ft), giving a vertical drop of 235 m (771 ft).
- How big is Holiday Valley?
- Holiday Valley has 290 acres (117 hectares) of skiable terrain, 60 marked runs and 13 lifts.
- When is ski season at Holiday Valley?
- Holiday Valley typically operates from November to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Holiday Valley get in a typical season?
- Holiday Valley averages 180 inches / 457 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Holiday Valley in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #451 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -21% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Holiday Valley averaged -21% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -2%, '15-16 -38%, '23-24 -21%. A pattern, not a promise.
