The Winter Carnival was started in 1914. Carl Howelsen wanted to show off his ski jumping skills from his native Austria. He said that if he could raise $50, he would build a jump and show off his skills. F.M. Light was the first to throw in $5, the ski jump was built and the […]
The crowning event at The Winter Carnival is the Diamond Hitch Parade, as it brings the last day of street events to a close. In true Light family history, our family was involved both in the first diamond hitch and in continuing the tradition through the years. What constitutes a diamond hitch you may ask? […]
The beginning of February is always one of our favorite times of the year because it means that it’s time for the Winter Carnival. And this years 102nd Annual Winter Carnival was no disappointment. True to our western tradition, Steamboat cleared out all the vehicles from Lincoln Avenue, covered the road in snow, and let the […]
Lindsay Dillenbeck, 5th generation owner of F.M. Light and Sons, did an interview with Explore Steamboat. We thought we’d share it with all of you! In this interview, Lindsay discusses the store’s involvement in the Winter Carnival, and her own memories. Her favorite? The Dog and Dad Dash event which takes place downtown! If you […]
We have a very good time at the Winter Carnival every year. And, we have had a good time for 101 years (read about our history and how it intertwines with the carnival!). This year, owner ( and 5th generation owner of F.M. Light) met each racer in the street events at the finish. She […]
This is Steamboat’s 101st Winter Carnival. What a wonderful legacy! The carnival began in 1913, when folks were tired of Colorado’s long, cold winters. They wanted a way to join together as a community to celebrate the winter and enjoy each others company. This makes our Winter Carnival the oldest, continuous winter carnival west of the Mississippi. And […]
