The Frank, Alta’s infamous end-of-season celebration, is canceled. Locals rejoice.
What began as a scrappy ode to old-school skiing became a massive closing-day spectacle. After 15 years, organizers are pulling the plug — and some locals say it’s overdue.
(Alta Ski Area/John Shafer)
The Frank World Classic Ski Competition, which started at Punk Rock under the Wildcat chairlift at Alta Ski Area in 2011, rewarded style and vibes over technique. The 2026 closing-day event has been canceled.
Julie left the beach of Santa Cruz, Calif., where she worked for 17 years, for the mountains of Salt Lake City in 2019. She has covered the NBA Finals, the Super Bowl, the World Series, the Maverick's big wave surf contest and two Olympics. A Colorado native, she enjoys creating her own adventure, occasionally with her husband and two kids in tow.