The Midwest Snow Kite Jam 2026
An annual snowkiting event that brings together riders of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities in Cadillac, MI. This year, we’re adding a fundraising component, and all proceeds will benefit Project Koru!
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The Midwest Snowkite Jam 2026
Friday, December 19 @ 6 PM EST
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The Midwest Snowkite Jam 2026
<p>The Midwest Snow Kite Jam will take place in Cadillac, MI February 6th - 8th, 2026. The Snow Kite Jam is a month-long endurance race and fundraiser that combines both fundraising and kiting elements, where riders compete in both aspects. </p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 16pt"><strong>EARLY BIRD TICKETS GO ON SALE THIS FRIDAY DECEMBER 19th 6pm until MIDNIGHT!</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt"><strong>Schedule for February 6th-8th:</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>Friday February 6th: Rider Welcome Party 5-9 pm at Up North Arts (601 Chestnut St, Cadillac, MI 49601 ):</strong></p>
<p>Hangout and get checked in for the event! Bring new or used gear to sell or swap and get ready for Saturday!</p>
<p><strong>Saturday February 7th, 11 am-5 pm, Lake Mitchell, Lake Cadillac, or Caberfae: Freeride</strong></p>
<p>Snowkiting on Lake Mitchell or Cadillac, weather permitting. If not, we'll plan on hitting the slopes with friends at Caberfae Peaks. A single lift ticket is included in the registration fee- so we won't get skunked! We have a team managing the high jump, rail and hopefully a race!</p>
<p><strong>Saturday February 7th 5-10 pm at Up North Arts (601 Chestnut St, Cadillac, MI 49601): Rider After Party</strong></p>
<p>Closing Party + drawing + Gear Swap for registered riders. Drawing at 7pm. Followed by the announcement for the most miles logged for the month of January. </p>
<p><strong>Sunday February 8th 11 am at Lake Mitchell, Lake Cadillac, or Caberfae: </strong></p>
<p>Unofficial post-event snowkiting on Lake Mitchell or Cadillac, weather permitting. Caberfae Peaks as the contingency plan.</p>
<p><strong>For the entire month of January and up until the awards ceremony on February 7th, participants will have the opportunity to log as many miles on the snow or water as possible and fundraise for Project Koru! You can log your miles from wherever you want, but must be present at the awards ceremony on 2/7/26 at 7pm. We highly recommend following the wind for the best ride. Wherever the wind takes you, just make sure to track your miles and submit them to <a href="mailto:[email protected] " rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">[email protected] </a></strong></p>
<p><strong>Sign up today to start fundraising and changing lives!</strong></p>
