Valdez, Alaska

5 - 7 Valdez Ice Climbing and Film Festival

The frozen waterfall ice of Valdez tests world class ice climbers in speed climbing, technical placement, and endurance. Contact Brian Teale, Valdez Outdoor Center (907) 835-5182

6 Mayor’s Cup Cross-Country Snowmachine Race
Hogback Mountain and Valdez Glacier Flats. A rugged 200-mile cross-country race over the snowy landscape of Valdez. Contact Valdez Snowmachine Club (907)835-2373. Web site: www.valdezsnow.com

12 Blind Boys of Alabama

Outstanding Soul Gospel -- at the Valdez Civic Center; 8 PM. Sponsored by Valdez Arts Council with support from local churches.

20 Snow-X.

10 a.m. at the old pipeyard. Contact Valdez Snowmachine Club (907)835-2373. Web site: www.valdezsnow.com

March 29 - April 6 Chugach Mountain Festival and World Free Skiing Championships

Sloppy Cup Mountain Bike Race

CMF Film Festival

WFS Championship

Pipeline Backcountry Raide Ski Race

Located in Valdez and Thompson Pass. Contact Scott Matthews XOnet (206) 933-2809. Web site: www.cmfvaldez.com

March 30 - April 12 Alaska's Big Mountain Master Extreme Snowboard Competition ("King of the Hill")

Cliffs, chutes, and big faces of the Chugach Mountain Range. The World's premier EXTREME snowboarding competition. The best men and women boarders from around the world come together to ride for the crown. Contact Bonnie McDonald (907) 835-2373. Website: www.kingextreme.com