The World Rookie Tour is officially kicking off the 2026 winter season in one of Europe’s most iconic freestyle playgrounds: PenkenPark, Mayrhofen. On January 6, 2026, the Groms Open Rookie Fest will bring together the next generation of snowboarders for a day where style, progression, and pure rookie energy take center stage.
The Groms Open Rookie Fest returns to Mayrhofen as a key early stop of the World Rookie Tour, bringing fresh energy and progression to one of Europe’s most iconic freestyle parks. With young riders gathering from across the region, Mayrhofen will once again become a playground for creativity, style, and next-level riding.
Training Day | January 5
From 10:00 AM: Open training at PenkenPark
From 6:00 PM: Riders Meeting with pizza & billiards at Edelweiss Lounge
A warm-up day that blends riding, community, and the perfect rookie vibes.
Contest Day | January 6
09:00 – 10:00 AM: Registration (Chill-out Area)
10:00 – 11:00 AM: Training
11:00 AM: Riders Meeting
11:15 – 12:15 PM: Qualifications
12:15 PM: Riders Meeting
12:45 – 1:30 PM: Finals
A full day of action where style, flow, and consistency will decide who climbs the rankings.
What to Expect
The Groms Open Rookie Fest is where young riders push their limits and take the first steps into the international snowboard scene. Every run counts: participants earn points for the World Snowboard Tour, the World Rookie Tour, and the World Snowboard Federation.
And there’s a major prize on the line: the overall winner gets a direct ticket to the World Rookie Finals.
Thanks to our partners Blue Tomato and TSG, riders can also look forward to a selection of high-quality prizes that celebrate performance, creativity, and progression.
Get ready for a day packed with snowboarding, good vibes, and the unmistakable energy of the rookie community.
Save the date: January 6, 2026. The Groms Open Rookie Fest is waiting.
