Friday 25th April
Event area open 12PM-7PM, Ylläs Express Chair lift open until 7PM.
Heat Wave Battle @Sun Garden | Fri at 1 PM, finals at 5 PM
Banked slalom turns, ski cross speed, and a touch of slopestyle flair – this race brings together everything fast riding can be. First we have time trials, followed by head-to-head knockout rounds. The fastest one wins and earns a place in history!
Mini Banked by Nitro Snowboards | Fri at 3 PM
Technical skill and humor take the spotlight in this race! The course is ridden on a mini board with adult bindings – so expect wild and entertaining runs. Fastest time wins, so learn the lines and let it rip!
Live Music @Sun Deck Lives | Fri at 12PM-7PM
The terrace of Aurinkoravintola, aka Sun Deck Lives, will be buzzing with live music all day long! Expect a mix of exciting performances, including DJ collective Humppaseura, whose musical journey may take some unexpected—but always fitting—turns!
Solid Sauna Area | Fri at 12PM-7PM
The action on the slopes is heating up, and so is the Solid Sauna Area! Located next to Aurinkoravintola, this sauna and hot tub area is the perfect spot to relax—with an amazing view of the entire event area! The sauna and hot tubs will be steamy all day long, so pack your towel and come enjoy the warmth and good vibes!
Ylävire & @Taiga | Fri at 11PM, doors open at 10pm, (K18)
The night keeps rolling, and the heat rises as Ylävire kicks off the official Ylläs Heat Wave afterparty at Ravintolamaailma Taiga! Playing dynamic pop/rock, Ylävire is an energetic and captivating band known for their fresh, joyful attitude and phenomenal live performances.
DJ Superheroelias @Taiga | Fri 00-04AM
To keep the party going, DJ Superheroelias will be spinning beats all night long!
Saturday 26th April
Event area open 10AM-5PM, lifts open until 5PM.
CrazyWave by Crazyday @Sun Garden | Sat at 11 AM
The heatwave brings Crazyday from the south, ready to reshape the landscape for CrazyWave Sessions! Known for their creative setups and unique riding events, Crazyday is a tight-knit friend group that thrives on community spirit and inclusivity. During CrazyWave Sessions, bold choices and stylish runs will be rewarded!
No event pass required to participate.
Skim or Swim pond skimming | Sat at 2PM
Skim or Swim is a fun and laid-back spectacle where it’s not about winning but all about style and attitude! The goal? Glide over water—or make a splash in the most entertaining way! Creativity is highly encouraged—best costumes, wildest tricks, and most hilarious performances will be rewarded. So, let loose and ride the wave!
Live Music @Sun Deck Lives | Sat 10AM-5PM
The terrace of restaurant Aurinko, aka Sun Deck Lives, will be buzzing with live music all day long! Expect a mix of exciting performances, including DJ collective Humppaseura, whose musical journey may take some unexpected—but always fitting—turns!
Solid Sauna Area| Sat 11AM-5PM
The action on the slopes is heating up, and so is the Solid Sauna Area! Located next to Aurinkoravintola, this sauna and hot tub area is the perfect spot to relax—with an amazing view of the entire event area! The sauna and hot tubs will be steamy all day long, so pack your towel and come enjoy the warmth and good vibes!
Isaac Sene @Taiga | Sat at 11PM, doors open at 10pm, (K18)
The sizzling Ylläs Heat Wave culminates in a fiery afterparty when Isaac Sene takes the stage! Isaac Sene is a multi-talented artist/songwriter whose R&B-influenced modern pop transcends genre boundaries. His music blends personal stories and reflections with imaginative worlds and narratives, creating a unique sonic experience.
Paha Vaanii @Taiga | Sat 00-04AM
Paha Vaanii will set the crowd on fire with Finnish music from across the decades! This club concept by DJ Laura Vartio and DJ Harvest is an institution and a lifestyle. Expect a mix of old and new, classics, hidden gems, and unexpected hits—from Eppu Normaali to Kirka, from PMMP to Chisu! Paha Vaanii guarantees an electrifying atmosphere where the crowd sings along, dances their hearts out, and celebrates the night in style!
We reserve the right to make changes.