Updated December 3, 2024 08:22PM
The Top 10 Resorts in the East for Nightlife (2024)
When après-ski turns into après-après-ski, these resorts have you covered.
There are plenty of places to enjoy the evening in the nearby town of Ellicottville. (Photo: Holiday Valley)
Some of us ski bell-to-bell, then hit the sack. Other ski bell-to-bell, then hit the bar. The most well-rounded ski towns and resorts will have at least a few options for keeping the festivities going, so if your après-ski turns into après-après-ski, these 10 resorts were voted by SKI readers to have to best nightlife in our 2024 Reader Resort Survey.
Related: The Top 20 Resorts in the East for 2024
Top 10 Resorts in the East for Nightlife
No. 10: Loon Mountain, N.H.
Score: 5.70
Other Strengths: Lifts, Access
Weaknesses: Snow, Terrain Variety
What Readers Say
“Loon is the only good mountain in New Hampshire.”
“It’s a great family mountain because it’s large enough but not too large, with great lifts and great snowmaking.”
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No. 9: Seven Springs, Pa.
Score: 5.81
Other Strengths: Après, Parking
Weaknesses: Snow, Lifts
What Readers Say
“Families. Great little mountain with a lot to offer both on and off snow.”
“It’s my local/home resort. For a resort in the Mid-Atlantic, I think 7Springs is far superior to other resorts in the region.”
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No. 8: Sugarbush Resort, Vt.
Score: 5.88
Other Strengths: Challenge, Family Friendly
Weaknesses: Value, Lodging
What Readers Say
“Great combination of a big-time resort with a family-friendly feel. Courtyard at Lincoln is one of the best outdoor spaces at any resort I have been to.”
“I liked it well enough to live there for 40 years.”
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No. 7: Smugglers’ Notch, Vt.
Score: 6.04
Other Strengths: Terrain Variety, Family Friendly
Weaknesses: Lifts, Après
What Readers Say
“Great place, old-school New England. The best expert skiing in New England, steep natural trails and great glades and back country off the lifts.The best bang for your buck anywhere.If your here for glamour and new lifts no need to come. slow old lifts let me rest on the way up. No crowds, the best party parking lot and they don’t charge for parking. LOVE THIS PLACE!”
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“They do have bands and such, but it closes down pretty early.”
No. 6: Sugarloaf Resort, Maine
Score: 6.11
Other Strengths: Terrain Variety, Challenge
Weaknesses: Access, Value
What Readers Say
“Best place the ski the East. Snow quality, terrain, length of season. Great race hill! But I no longer race‚ [I] traded that for fatter skis!”
“Great for group trips. Condos close to the lifts and lift lines are quick. Great ski school for all levels. Trails for all abilities with cat skiing and trees if you want it.”
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No. 5: Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, Mass.
Score: 6.24
Other Strengths: Access, Dining
Weaknesses: Terrain Variety, Challenge
What Readers Say
“Wachusett makes great snow as early as possible. It’s just a fun place Great night race league.”
“The convenience aspect is great. The ability to night ski is wonderful. It opens up after work and the weekday.”
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No. 4: Stowe Mountain Resort, Vt.
Score: 6.43
Other Strengths: Challenge, Lifts
Weaknesses: Parking, Guest Service
What Readers Say
“There’s terrain for everyone. Great family resort too with stuff for kids of all ages.”
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“Great for families, the variety of terrain, great food, amazing mountain village.”
No. 3: Mont Tremblant, Qué.
Score: 7.68
Other Strengths: Lodging, Après
Weaknesses: Challenge, Access
What Readers Say
“Yes, it offers everything. Dining, nightlife, activities plenty of shopping and fantastic skiing.”
“International ambience without having to travel to France. Great exchange rate for U.S. dollar to Canadian.”
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No. 2: Killington Resort, Vt.
Score: 8.53
Other Strengths: Terrain Variety, Challenge
Weaknesses: Value, Family Friendly
What Readers Say
“So much terrain, easy to avoid crowds even on busy days. Amenities keep improving.”
“The nightlife on the Access Road is great. I also recommend to families and hard-chargers, for the sheer size and variety of terrain.”
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No. 1: Holiday Valley, N.Y.
Score: 8.84
Other Strengths: Lifts, Dining
Weaknesses: Snow, Challenge
What Readers Say
“Great local resort with lots of terrain options. It’s no Alta, but I don’t have to get on a plane.”
“This resort is a well-kept secret. It’s a wonderful destination for families.”