Boston.com Ski & Snowboard Expo, Boston

Every year just before ski season opens, the Boston.com Ski & Snowboard Expo gathers representatives from the sport’s foremost gear manufacturers and destinations under one roof for deep discounts and an unveiling of the latest models. Visitors can slalom from booth to booth, where they’ll be able to check out shiny new equipment by Rossignol, Marker & Völkl, take advantage of season-pass discounts from resorts across the country and the Northeast, or practice their shadow puppetry. Meanwhile, interactive exhibits invite audience participation, and live demonstrations aim to wow onlookers.

For over 37 years, this expo includes a massive sale of Country Ski & Sports equipment and clothing and a beer garden brimming with beer from Long Trail Brewing Co.. Guests can regale with acrobatic antics during the Skyriders! Trampoline Show, and the Wachusett Mountains Kids Snowpark and Learning Center where youngsters can get ready for the winter without standing in front of an open freezer for days on end.