Millarville Skijor Showdown

The Millarville Skijor Showdown is set to thrill crowds tomorrow, Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Millarville Racetrack and Agriculture Society grounds in Millarville, Alberta. This debut event from Skijor Alberta promises an adrenaline-fuelled day of equestrian skijoring, blending western cowboy culture with high-speed winter action.

Skijoring involves a skier towed behind a galloping horse (or sometimes a team) around a track, navigating gates, jumps, and rings—often reaching speeds over 40 km/h. It's a fast-growing sport across North America, combining horsemanship, skiing prowess, and raw excitement.

Gates open at 11:00 AM MST, with the main action kicking off around noon. Expect heart-pounding skijor races, plus fun side events like classic cowboy curling, prizes, and a festive atmosphere. Organizers emphasize a "red carpet ready" vibe, so dress up and join the crowd for this winter spectacle.

This marks Skijor Alberta's kick-off event, aiming to grow the sport in the province with more competitions to follow. Originally planned for an earlier date, it was rescheduled to February 7 to align with better snow conditions.

Don't miss this unique Foothills showdown—tickets are available via Showpass (search "Millarville Skijor Showdown"). Bundle up, grab your spot, and witness horses, skis, speed, and western grit collide on snow!

Heart Pounding Skijoring in Millarville Alberta

 

 

Heart-Pounding Skijoring: The Ultimate Winter Thrill with Horses and Speed!

Nothing captures the wild spirit of winter quite like skijoring, that exhilarating extreme sport where a galloping horse and rider tow a skier at full throttle over jumps, around gates, and through snow sprays! This video dives into the non-stop action at a skijoring event held at the Millarville Racetrack in Alberta, where cowboy heritage meets high-octane adventure. Even on a freezing cold day, the excitement is off the charts. Powerful horses charge down the track, pulling fearless skiers who soar over massive jumps, snag rings mid-air, and carve tight turns – all while gripping a tow rope! The crashes are spectacular, sending up plumes of powder, but the successful runs? Pure magic. The bond between horse and rider is incredible to watch; these magnificent animals love the run, powering through with unmatched strength and heart. I absolutely love being around horses, their energy and beauty make events like this unforgettable. The thrill of standing track-side, feeling the ground rumble as they thunder past, is addictive. Participating looks insanely fun (maybe one day!), but for now, capturing it all on camera lets me soak in every moment safely. This is extreme winter sports at its best: raw, authentic, and full of adrenaline. If you're into horses, skiing, or just epic outdoor action, skijoring will blow you away. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/kdDXOnijizk