A great playlist can elevate any ski trip, whether you’re carving through powder, enjoying the après-ski vibe, or relaxing by the fire. From adrenaline-pumping tracks for the slopes to chill tunes for winding down, here’s the ultimate ski trip playlist for every mood.
1. Pumped for the Slopes: Energize Your Ride
These tracks will get your heart racing and your adrenaline flowing as you tackle the mountain.
🎵 “Can’t Hold Us” – Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
🎵 “Thunderstruck” – AC/DC
🎵 “Wake Me Up” – Avicii
🎵 “Eye of the Tiger” – Survivor
🎵 “Uptown Funk” – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
🎵 “The Edge of Glory” – Lady Gaga
🎵 “Don’t Stop Me Now” – Queen
2. Apres-Ski Vibes: Celebrate the Day
After a long day on the slopes, these feel-good tunes will set the perfect tone for a cozy evening at the lodge.
🎵 “Blinding Lights” – The Weeknd
🎵 “Good as Hell” – Lizzo
🎵 “September” – Earth, Wind & Fire
🎵 “Levitating” – Dua Lipa ft. DaBaby
🎵 “Happy” – Pharrell Williams
🎵 “Dancing Queen” – ABBA
🎵 “Shut Up and Dance” – Walk the Moon
3. Chill by the Fire: Relax and Unwind
These mellow tracks are perfect for sipping hot cocoa by the fireplace and letting the day’s adventures sink in.
🎵 “Yellow” – Coldplay
🎵 “Holocene” – Bon Iver
🎵 “Skinny Love” – Birdy
🎵 “Gravity” – John Mayer
🎵 “The Night We Met” – Lord Huron
🎵 “Banana Pancakes” – Jack Johnson
🎵 “Sweet Disposition” – The Temper Trap
4. Early Morning Drive: En Route to the Mountain
Set the tone for a great day with these uplifting songs as you head to the slopes.
🎵 “Beautiful Day” – U2
🎵 “Walking on Sunshine” – Katrina and the Waves
🎵 “Send Me on My Way” – Rusted Root
🎵 “Life Is a Highway” – Tom Cochrane
🎵 “Shut Up and Drive” – Rihanna
🎵 “Viva La Vida” – Coldplay
🎵 “I’m Yours” – Jason Mraz
5. Nostalgic Throwbacks: Feel-Good Classics
Reconnect with your favorite old-school tunes for a dose of nostalgia and fun.
🎵 “Livin’ on a Prayer” – Bon Jovi
🎵 “Take On Me” – a-ha
🎵 “Sweet Child O’ Mine” – Guns N’ Roses
🎵 “Africa” – Toto
🎵 “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey
🎵 “Billie Jean” – Michael Jackson
🎵 “Hotel California” – Eagles
6. For Snowy Serenity: Quiet Reflection
Perfect for taking in the snowy landscape, these peaceful tracks let you soak in the beauty of winter.
🎵 “River” – Leon Bridges
🎵 “First Snow” – Emancipator
🎵 “Winter Song” – Sara Bareilles & Ingrid Michaelson
🎵 “A Sky Full of Stars” – Coldplay
🎵 “Let It Go” – James Bay
🎵 “Into the Mystic” – Van Morrison
🎵 “Somewhere Only We Know” – Keane
Bonus Tip: Create Your Own Playlist
Mix and match these tracks to create a personalized playlist that matches your group’s vibe and activities. Whether you’re shredding the slopes or lounging in a cabin, the right music can make your ski trip unforgettable.
🎧 Happy listening and happy skiing! 🎿❄️
