Farlagne JibberFest
Sat, Feb 15
|Mont Farlagne
Farlagne JibberFest at Mont Farlagne, Edmundston, NB will be an exhilarating weekend of festivities open to skiers, snowboarders & snow sports enthusiasts of all ages over the Family Day weekend from Feb 15-16, 2025.
Time & Location
Feb 15, 2025, 8:30 a.m. AST – Feb 16, 2025, 7:30 p.m. AST
Mont Farlagne, 360 Chem. Mont Farlagne, Saint-Jacques, NB E7B 2X1, Canada
About the event
Skiers, snowboarders, and snowsports enthusiasts of all ages—get ready for JibberFest, a brand-new snowsports event tour hitting Atlantic Canada!
Join us at Mont Farlagne in Edmundston, NB, for an action-packed Family Day weekend (Feb 15-16, 2025). This high-energy event brings together riders from across Eastern Canada and Maine for an unforgettable weekend of competition and community.
With 1,400 feet of vertical, 16 trails, two terrain parks, a bunny hill, and a quad chairlift, Mont Farlagne is the perfect venue for a weekend of thrills.
Compete in Ski/Boarder Cross, Banked Slalom, Rail Jam, and Big Air, open to both skiers and snowboarders. Plus, enjoy daily festivities throughout the weekend.
Don’t miss out—register now and be part of the excitement!
What is JibberFest?
JibberFest is a new snowsports event tour in Atlantic Canada for skiers, snowboarders & snowsport enthusiasts of all ages. This winter, join us as we make stops at Mont Farlagne, NB and Wentworth, NS. Whether you're looking to compete, spectate, or simply soak in the vibrant atmosphere, JibberFest promises an unforgettable experience. In addition to daily festivities, our event formats include fun-packed comps like Ski/Boarder Cross, Banked Slalom, Rail Jam, and Big Air. For more info on the movement, visit https://maritimejibbers.ca/jibberfest.
Registration & Age Divisions
To ensure quality, there is a capacity on registration. Early online registration is strongly encouraged. In-person registration is subject to capacity and may not be available on event day.
Age Divisions:
Mini GROM (U11)
GROM (U13)
Youth (U18)
Open (18+)
Legends (40+)
Notes:
Ages are as of February 15th 2025.
There is both a Female and Male category for all divisions.
There is both a Ski & Snowboard category for all divisions.
Mini GROM or GROM competitors wanting to participate on the larger courses for the Rail Jam or Big Air must register for the YOUTH division.
Competitors must sign an Event Waiver before participating in any events.
Certified helmets are mandatory for all training and competitions.
Banked Slalom Details & Schedule
A Banked Slalom is a classic race rooted in snowboard and ski culture, celebrating speed, precision, and flow. Competitors navigate a winding course with tight, banked turns that test their agility and control. Each competitor completes two runs, with the best time counting toward the final results. This event highlights both skill and style, embodying the camaraderie and competition that define snow sports.
The top three competitors in each division for each discipline & gender will be recognized.
Saturday, February 15, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Registration & Check In | Base Tent
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Competitor Practice | Canyon Trail
10:30 AM: Competitor Meeting | Top of Course on Canyon Trail
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Run 1 | Canyon Trail
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Run 2 | Canyon Trail
2:00 PM: Awards | Base Tent
Times and locations subject to change.
Monitor @maritimejibbers Instagram stories for updates.
Rail Jam Details Details & Schedule
A rail jam is a freestyle ski and snowboard competition where competitors showcase their creativity and skills on a course with rails and boxes, but no jumps. Competitors can drop as many times as they want within the time limit to experiment and perfect their tricks. Judging focuses on overall impression, considering difficulty, execution, style, and flow.
The main competition will feature a deck of at least three rail options (medium to extra-large) and one box, designed to challenge various skill levels.
The Mini GROM and GROM divisions divisions will compete on a smaller, beginner-friendly course in the Snowpark, with at least three features, including small boxes and entry-level rails, tailored to younger or less experienced competitors.
The top three competitors in each division for each discipline & gender will be recognized based on creativity, execution, and difficulty. Special recognition will be given for best overall trick and best bail, recognizing the most technical, stylish, or daring maneuvers and attempts across the entire field.
Saturday, February 15, 2025
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Registration & Check In - Mini GROM & GROM Divisions | Base Tent
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Competitor Practice - Mini GROM & GROM Divisions | Snowpark
4:00 PM: Competitor Meeting - Mini GROM & GROM Divisions | Snowpark
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Rail Jam - Mini GROM & GROM Divisions | Snowpark
5:00 PM: Awards - Mini GROM & GROM Divisions | Base Tent
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Registration & Check In - Youth, Open & Legend Divisions | Base Tent
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM: Competitor Practice - Youth, Open & Legend Divisions | Snowpark
7:00 PM: Competitor Meeting - Youth, Open & Legend Divisions | Snowpark
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Rail Jam - Youth, Open & Legend Divisions | Snowpark
9:00 PM: Awards - Youth, Open & Legend Divisions | Base Tent
9:00 PM: Après (19+)
Times and locations subject to change.
Monitor @maritimejibbers Instagram stories for updates.
Competitors who participated in the banked slalom do not need to check in again.
Snowboard/Ski Cross Details & Schedule
Snowboard/ski cross is an adrenaline-filled event where multiple competitors (typically four) race head-to-head down a dynamic course featuring banked turns, jumps, berms, drops, and other challenging features. The race combines speed, strategy, and skill as competitors compete for the fastest finish. This high-energy event fosters a competitive yet supportive atmosphere, making it a favorite among both spectators and participants.
For the YOUTH, OPEN, and LEGEND divisions, each competitor will complete a solo timed run, which will be used to seed heats of up to four competitors. The top two from each heat will advance to the next round, continuing in brackets until reaching the Big Final and Small Final in each division for each discipline. Every competitor will get at least one timed run and one run in a heat.
For the MINI GROM and GROM divisions, each competitor will run the course individually, with two competitor per competitor. The best time from the two runs will be used for the final results.
The top three competitors in each division for each discipline & gender will be recognized.
Sunday, February 16, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Registration & Check In | Base Tent
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Competitor Practice | Cross Course Trail
10:00 AM: Competitor Meeting | Top of Cross Course Trail
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Timed Run 1 - All Divisions | Cross Course Trail
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Timed Run 2 - Mini GROM & GROM Divisions | Cross Course Trail
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Break & Course Maintenance
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Heats for Youth, Open & Legend Divisions | Cross Course Trail
3:00 PM: Awards | Base Tent
Big Air Details & Schedule
Big air is a freestyle ski and snowboard competition where competitors showcase their best tricks on jumps, without rails or boxes. Competitors can take as many or as few runs as they choose within the allotted time. Judging is based on overall impression, considering difficulty, execution, style, and amplitude.
The event will take place in the Snowpark, featuring a single deck of jumps with at least two size options—a 20ft and a 40ft jump (subject to change based on snow conditions). The Mini GROM & GROM divisions will compete on a smaller set of jumps, including a small tabletop and a 10ft jump (also subject to snow conditions).
Awards will be given to the top three competitors in each division for each discipline & gender based on overall impression.
Sunday, February 16, 2025:
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Registration & Check In - Mini GROM & GROM Divisions | Base Tent
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Competitor Practice - Mini GROM & GROM Divisions | Snowpark
4:00 PM: Competitor Meeting - Mini GROM & GROM Divisions | Snowpark
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Big Air - Mini GROM & GROM Divisions | Snowpark
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Registration & Check In - Youth, Open & Legend Divisions | Base Tent
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Competitor Practice - Youth, Open & Legend Divisions | Snowpark
5:00 PM: Competitor Meeting - Youth, Open & Legend Divisions | Snowpark
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Big Air - Youth, Open & Legend Divisions | Snowpark
7:00 PM: Awards & JibberFest Closing Remarks | Base Tent
Age & Skill Level
Skiers and snowboarders of any age or skill level are welcome at JibberFest. Whether you are 6 or 78, new or seasoned, there is a division for you!
Accomodations and Lift Tickets
A room block has been set up at the Best Western Edmundston for $150/room + HST. Includes two queen beds, breakfast and access to a pool, waterslide, hot tub, fitness & business centre. Contact the hotel directly at (506) 739-0000 and let them know you're with Maritime Jibbers Snowboard Club.
Mont Farlagne has generously offered a discounted rate on lift tickets for event participants. To redeem, present your JibberFest event bib at the ticket desk when purchasing your lift ticket. Lift tickets are not included with event registration fees.
Host Venue and City: Mont Farlagne and Edmundston, New Brunswick
Mont Farlagne is in Edmundston, New Brunswick, Canada. Mont Farlagne has 1,400 feet of vertical, sixteen trails including two terrain parks, a bunny hill, and a quad chairlift.
Situated on the outskirts of Edmundston, this family-friendly destination offers an array of activities beyond skiing and snowboarding. From tubing thrills to serene snowshoeing and exciting fat biking trails, Mont Farlagne ensures there's something for everyone to enjoy amidst the picturesque Appalachian Mountains scenery.
The Edmundston region is located in northwestern New Brunswick in Madawaska County. The Saint John River to the south is its natural border with the United States, and the Madawaska River, its natural link with Quebec. It is nestled among the Appalachian hills and crossed by the Trans-Canada Highway. Edmundston is the main gateway to the greater Maritimes region. It has nearly 17,000 residents.
Who can I contact for more information?
Zachary Dickson - Rider, Coach & Volunteer Inquiries - maritimejibbers@outlook.com
Sam Eyland - General Inquiries, Collaborations & Media Inquiries - maritimejibbers@outlook.com
Extend your trip at Mont Farlagne on February 17 with a day of snowboard progression!
End your Family Day weekend with us for the Maritime Jibbers Mont Farlagne Snowboard Progression Camp. This camp is an immersive day of snowboard progression and fun catered to grassroots level riders & coaches from across Atlantic Canada and is the conclusion of the Farlagne JibberFest weekend of events.
Click HERE for more information & registration.