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Ski Swaps 2026-2027

Looking for new gear, used gear or a preseason bargain? Michigan ski shops, resorts and clubs host swaps and sales throughout the fall and early winter. Check back often as we add new events from around the state. If the listing is in BOLD, it has been recently added.

DateEventCityDetails
Sept. 11–13, 2026Norm’s Ski Shop 22nd Annual Pre-Season Ski Equipment SaleSpring LakeUp to 70% off skis, boots, bindings, clothing and more.
Sept. 17–19, 2026Sun ’n Snow Pre-Opening Clearance SaleCadillacPast-season inventory up to 70% off, with deeper discounts added Friday and Saturday.
Oct. 3–4 & Oct. 10–11, 2026Nichols Ski & Snowboard Tent Sale & Ski SwapWaterfordTwo preseason sale and swap weekends at Nichols, 4260 Walton Blvd.
Oct. 9–10, 2026Swiss Valley Swisstoberfest & Ski SwapJonesSki swap, shop sale, German food, Bell’s beer, live music, family activities and snowmaking demonstrations.
Oct. 10, 2026Nubs Nob Ski & Snowboard SwapHarbor Springs9 a.m.–1 p.m. Ski and snowboard swap at Nubs Nob.
Oct. 10–11, 2026Sun & Snow Midwest Swap TourAnn ArborSki and snowboard swap.
Oct. 16–18, 2026Great Lakes Outpost Ski SwapGrandville4611 Ivanrest Ave. SW. Ski swap running Friday through Sunday.
Oct. 16–17, 2026Midland Ski SwapMidlandUsed and new equipment sale benefiting Snow Snake Ski Patrol. Sale Saturday, Oct. 17, 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
Oct. 17, 2026Grand Traverse Ski Club Ski SwapTraverse City9 a.m.–1 p.m. at Traverse City West Middle School Gym. Seller drop-off Friday, Oct. 16, 6:30–8:30 p.m.; unsold equipment pickup Saturday, 1–3 p.m.
Oct. 17–18, 2026Mt. Brighton Ski Patrol Ski SwapBrightonSki Patrol fundraiser featuring new gear from multiple shops and quality used equipment from public sellers.
Oct. 17–18, 2026Sun & Snow Midwest Swap TourMishawaka, IndianaSki and snowboard swap. Indiana stop.
Oct. 24, 2026Toledo Ski Club Ski SwapToledo, OhioAdditional details pending. Ohio stop.
Oct. 24–25, 2026Pine Knob Ski Patrol Ski SwapClarkstonMore than 3,500 items expected. New and used equipment with fitting and technical assistance. Sale Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.–noon.
Oct. 24–25, 2026Sun & Snow Midwest Swap TourLansingSki and snowboard swap.
Oct. 31, 2026Crystal Mountain Ski SwapThompsonville9 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Crystal Center. 25% of proceeds benefit local high school ski teams and Crystal Community Ski Club.
Nov. 7, 2026Bloomfield Hills Ski Team Ski SwapBloomfield Hills9 a.m.–2 p.m. at North Hills Middle School on Lahser Road. Buy and sell skis, snowboards, boots, clothing, poles and accessories. Seller drop-off: Friday, Nov. 6, 7–9 p.m. Proceeds support the Bloomfield Hills ski program.
Nov. 7–8, 2026Alpine Valley Ski Patrol Ski SwapWhite LakeNew and used winter equipment, including ice skates. 15% consignor fee. Previous swaps have featured thousands of new and used items.
Nov. 7–8, 2026Sun & Snow Midwest Swap TourPlymouthSki and snowboard swap.
Nov. 14, 2026Milford High School Winter Sports SaleMilfordMore than 1,000 new and used items. Ski and snowboard sharpening and waxing available. Profits benefit the Milford High School Ski Team.
Nov. 14, 2026Walled Lake Central Ski SwapWalled LakeNew and used ski and snowboard equipment, clothing and gear benefiting the WLC & WLW United Ski Teams. Date/details still need final confirmation.
Nov. 14–15, 2026Sun & Snow Midwest Swap TourRoyal OakSki and snowboard swap.
Nov. 15, 2026Hartland High School Ski Team SwapHartlandNew and used ski and winter gear, including skating/hockey equipment and apparel.
Nov. 21, 2026Mt. Holly Ski Patrol Ski SwapHollyNew and used equipment with fitting and technical assistance. No used clothing or helmets accepted. Proceeds support Mt. Holly Ski Patrol.
Nov. 21–22, 2026Sun & Snow Midwest Swap TourAnn ArborSki and snowboard swap.
Nov. 28, 2026Otsego Resort Ski SwapGaylord9 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Otsego Resort Special Events Center. New skis, snowboards, boots and clothing from area shops plus used equipment and clothing. Professional fitting and equipment-selection help available. Proceeds support Otsego Resort Ski Patrol and the Gaylord High School Ski Team. Seller drop-off Friday, Nov. 27, 4–8 p.m.; pickup of money/unsold equipment Saturday, 3–5 p.m. No straight skis accepted. 2026Swap Flyer_Otsego 2026Swap Flyer_Otsego
Nov. 28, 2026Antrim Ski Academy Ski SwapBellaireGrand Ballroom at The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resorts. Equipment and clothing sale supporting Antrim Ski Academy scholarships and area high school ski teams.
Dec. 5, 2026Walled Lake Northern High School Ski Team SwapWalled LakeMore than 500 winter sports items. Drop-off at 8 a.m.; sale 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Dec. 5–6, 2026Sun & Snow Midwest Swap TourPlymouthSki and snowboard swap.
Jan. 9–10, 2027Sun & Snow Midwest Swap TourAnn ArborSki and snowboard swap.