SunTrust Park is going to have a snow-covered mountain and skiers! The Atlanta Braves and teaming up with the U.S. Ski & Snowboard to host Visa Big Air in Atlanta on two days this month.
The event, presented by Land Rover at SunTrust Park, is slated for Friday, December 20 and Saturday, December 21.
Visa Big Air: Everything You Need To Know
Visa Big Air is a sanctioned FIS Snowboard and Freeski World Cup, will be the first event of its kind to come to Atlanta.
This two-day event will bring snow sports to Atlanta in a big way, showcasing Olympic winter competitions and elite international men’s and women’s big air athletes.
More than 800 tons of snow will be brought in to create a mountain at SunTrust Park so that the world’s best freeskiers and snowboarders can perform.
Athletes will drop into an approximately 40-degree in-run, then launch themselves off the jump at speeds up to 40 miles per hour to perform their biggest tricks while traveling up to 70 feet in the air.
What Athletes Will Be At Visa Big Air?
Some of the athletes include U.S. Freeski Olympians Julia Krass, Maggie Voisin and two-time Olympic medalist, Nick Goepper.
In addition, Olympic gold medalists Red Gerard, Jamie Anderson and the 2018-19 FIS Snowboard Overall Crystal Globe Winner Chris Corning will represent the U.S. Snowboard Team.
How Much Does Visa Big Air Cost?
A discounted 2-day pass is also available, so you don’t miss any of the action this holiday season.
Here are the various prices:
| Delta SKY360° Club | $200 (F&B Included, no alcohol) | $370 |
| INFINITI Club | $150 (F&B Included, no alcohol) | $270 |
| Lower Level | $75 | $140 |
| Terrace Level | $55 | $100 |
| Vista Level | $35 | $60 |
| Grandstand Level | $25 | $40 |
For the Visa Big Air complete schedule and more info, click here.
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