Film. Music. The WNY outdoor community.
2026 Feature Film
Chris Benchetler’s Mountains of the Moon explores the unseen connections between sport, life, music, and the living earth—set to the timeless tunes of the Grateful Dead.
Captured almost entirely at night using cutting-edge cinematography, the film takes viewers on a surreal journey through ocean, river, and mountain landscapes while featuring some of the world’s greatest athletes, adventurers and thinkers.
Official trailer and promotional artwork supplied by Monkey Wrench Films. Visit the official film page →
The Dates
Saturday · 2026
The pre-season night. Doors at 7, film at 8, Grateful Dead until close.
Tickets limited. Don't delay.
Buy Buffalo Tickets →Saturday · 2027
Mid-winter at Holiday Valley. Ski all day, film at night.
Tickets limited. Don't delay.
Holiday Valley tickets are not on sale yet.
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Mountains of the Moon · Photo: Glaser
The Night
Winter Stoke 716 was built to bring the WNY outdoor community together for an immersive social experience — with a film at the center, the Grateful Dead on the speakers, and every dollar going back to a local charitable cause.
The Venue
A 1903 factory on the Buffalo River — exposed brick, original wood beams, and views of the grain elevators. On-site distillery (Lakeward Spirits) and craft brewery. Cash bar. Proper projection and sound. Free parking on site. Tickets limited — don't delay.
Major Sponsors
Winter Stoke 716 is presented by Holiday Valley and The City Garage — two names that have shaped Western New York skiing for generations.
Giving Back · 2026–27
All proceeds from this year's Winter Stoke 716 events benefit the Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program in Ellicottville — the nonprofit that gets skiers with disabilities on the same trails as everyone else.
Meet this year's beneficiary →Buffalo tickets on sale
Saturday, Nov 21, 2026 · The Barrel Factory, Buffalo. $35 advance, plus tax and booking fee. Admission includes the film and light food. Cash bar. Free parking on site. Tickets limited. Don't delay.
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$35 advance with light food included. Cash bar. Tickets are not on sale yet. Follow our Instagram or Facebook for updates, or email Doug.
