Skiers and snowboarders hunting for a deal before winter gets rolling have a reason to head to the Jefferson County Fairgrounds this weekend, as the Denver Ski Swap sets up shop with racks of new and used gear for sale. Organizers say the event is built to help local families save money on equipment while also giving people a place to unload skis, boards, and boots their kids have outgrown.
According to organizers, the swap runs Friday, Nov. 6, and Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, as reported by Denver7. The event aims to bring high-quality ski and snowboard gear to the Denver area, giving shoppers a mix of new and used equipment to choose from. Attendees can also sell their own gear on consignment rather than just browsing what's on the racks.
Conflicting Reports On Hours And Admission
Published details on exactly when the doors open and how much it costs to get in vary depending on the source, so prospective shoppers may want to double-check before heading out. Denver7's reporting lists Friday hours as 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday hours as 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with admission set at $7 for attendees age 14 and up. A separate Eventbrite listing for the event gives different figures, citing Friday hours of 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. with $8 admission for ages 14 and up, and free admission on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The event's own organizer, Rocky Mountain Ski Swaps, offers another wrinkle: shoppers who show up wearing ski swap swag can score free admission on Friday. The group describes itself as family owned and operated since 2024, and its website frames the event simply as a chance to find an excellent selection of both new and used gear to fit every need.
How To Sell Or Consign Gear
People looking to sell rather than shop can bring gear to the fairgrounds on Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., per the organizer's site. There's a cap of 26 items per household, and the swap will not accept gear in poor or hazardous condition, so sellers should plan to sort through their closets before loading up the car.
The pitch for families is straightforward: shop for what you need this season, then sell or consign whatever your kids have grown out of, according to Mile High Mamas. That kind of turnover is part of what keeps prices down for buyers while giving sellers a way to recoup some of what they spent last season.
Denver7's report on the event was authored by Max White, with reporter Allie Jennerjahn covering stories affecting Colorado communities and specializing in Jefferson County coverage for the station.
