Ikon Pass 26/27: early pricing opens 12 March

26/27 Ikon Pass launches 12 March with new Colorado access, Midwest additions and a new refundable option

UK skiers who like to lock in early, and keep their options open, will want to put Thursday 12 March 2026 in the diary. That’s when the 26/27 Ikon Pass goes on sale, with Alterra positioning the spring release as the lowest-priced window of the year before prices step up later on.

For anyone planning a North American trip next winter, or simply wanting a pass that keeps multiple destinations on the table, Ikon remains one of the most flexible ways to build a season around a few bigger trips rather than a single resort. The headline number this time is 76 destinations across five continents, spanning the Americas, Europe, Australasia and parts of Asia, with full product details and pricing at ikonpass.com.

The changes UK travellers will notice most

Colorado gets a meaningful shake-up. For 26/27, Arapahoe Basin will now offer unlimited access on the Ikon Base Pass, which is a notable upgrade for a resort that’s long been a favourite with more committed skiers. The “buy now, ride now” spring access window begins 6 April 2026, which could suit anyone rolling a US trip into late-season skiing.

There’s also an Aspen Snowmass tweak that will matter to a lot of British skiers, simply because Aspen sits high on the bucket list. Snowmass is added to the Ikon Base Pass with five days’ access (with select blackout dates), while Alterra also says lift reservations are being removed for access at Aspen Snowmass mountains, easing one of the practical irritations for passholders who like to plan trips with a bit less admin.

A more consumer-friendly angle: refundable purchases

The most broadly relevant update, especially for travellers booking flights and accommodation months out, is the introduction of refundable purchase options. In short, the new structure offers cash-back possibilities depending on whether you have scanned your pass by a set point in the season. It’s clearly aimed at making early commitment feel less risky, particularly for those balancing family plans, work calendars and the usual uncertainty around conditions.

Pricing and why spring matters

Alterra is pushing the “buy early” message hard, and it’s not subtle. The spring launch is flagged as the lowest price period, with increases later in the year. Starting prices shared for the UK market are:

• Ikon Pass from £1,010
• Ikon Base Pass from £690
• Ikon Session Pass from £224

If you’re comparing products, the cleanest starting point is the official shop page at ikonpass.com/en/shop-passes, which lays out what each tier includes and where blackout dates apply.

For UK skiers, the 26/27 updates look designed to do three things: make the Base Pass more compelling (especially with Arapahoe Basin), reduce friction around Aspen Snowmass access, and add practical value through refunds and new bundle-style offers. If you’re the type who tends to book one big North American trip a year but likes the freedom to pivot between resorts, Ikon’s early-season on-sale date is still the moment when the maths often works best.

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