HENNIKER, New Hampshire — Pats Peak, New Hampshire’s premier family snowsports destination, is hosting an exciting New Year’s Eve Family Celebration on Wednesday, December 31, 2008. Called a “New Year’s In Motion”, this year’s party will feature skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing, comedy show, Monte Carlo for raffle prizes, dancing to the sounds for The McMurphy’s, and a midnight fireworks display, all the while sampling three tasting stations of Pats Peak’s own gourmet chef, Guy Pelletier. The three tasting stations include “American Bistro”, “Taste of the Sea” and “Chinese New Year'”. There will be a two-hour Comedy Show from 9pm to 11pm with three comedians. Guests are invited to enjoy a range of entertainment that’s suitable for families.

The party begins at 6pm, and the slopes are open until 10pm. Guest can purchase a “Party & Skiing” ticket that allows access to every activity. “Party Only”, “Skiing Only” and “Tubing Only” tickets are also available. The party includes an impressive midnight fireworks display set to music, a champagne toast, party favors, dancing, and much more.

“We can promise one of the biggest events of its kind in New Hampshire and a guaranteed great time for all ages,” says Jim Wall, Director of Services.

New Year’s Eve Schedule of Events:

Skiing/Snowboarding: 3-10pm
Tubing: 5-10pm
Monte Carlo: 6??“11pm
Light Hors d’oeuvres: 6-8pm
Tasting Stations: 8 pm??“11pm
Live Band: 8pm-12am
Comedians: 9pm-11pm
Party Favors: 10pm
Champagne Toast: 11:45pm
Fireworks: Midnight

New Year’s Eve Ticket Options:

Party and Skiing
Adult (18-64): $90
Junior (6-17)/ Senior (65+): $50

Party Only
Adult (18-64): $70
Junior (6-17)/ Senior (65+): $35

Skiing Only
Adult (18-64): $32
Junior (6-17)/ Senior (65+): $32

Tubing Only
All Ages: $18

Children 5 & under are free. Child Care is available by the hour and advance reservations are suggested. The “Party & Skiing” ticket includes tubing from 5-10pm.

There is a $20 discount for Adults and a $10 discount for Juniors/Seniors for the “Party and Skiing” and “Party Only” tickets if purchased before December 15th. This is an all weather event and tickets are non-refundable. For more information, go online at patspeak.com, come in to Skier Services or call 1-888-PATS-PEAK (728-7732).