ALTA, Wyo. — Welcome, new year!

Skiers at Grand Targhee Resort ushered in 2026 in a blaze of red lights on Wednesday night, Dec. 31.

Video: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

Buckrail photographer Nick Sulzer was slopeside.

The river of light snaked down the mountain as onlookers enjoyed the sight.

Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

Festivities continued with a fireworks display.

Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail
Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

Cheers to a bright new year!

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