Olympic gold medalist Jessie Diggins announced as Birkie Bash guest of honor

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The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF) announced that Jessie Diggins, decorated world-class athlete and Olympic gold medalist, will be the guest of honor at the 2024 Birkie Bash, which celebrates winter sports. As part of the 2024 50th American Birkebeiner (Birkie) celebration, the annual Birkie Bash gathering will bring together skiing enthusiasts from all 50 years of the Birkie, their friends and family, and community supporters.

Proceeds from the Birkie Bash celebration will support the Mt. Telemark Village campaign, dedicated to preserving and enhancing the outdoor space, ensuring accessibility of the land for generations to come, fostering a love for outdoor activities, and continuing to build a sense of community.

Jessie Diggins, three-time Olympic medalist, fourteen-time World Cup winner, and 2021 World Cup overall winner, will share insights into her experiences as a world-class athlete and her journey from America’s heartland to making international sports history. The 2024 Birkie Bash will be held at Hayward’s Steakhouse & Lodge on Thursday, Feb. 22, at 5:30 p.m.

TheAmerican Birkebeiner Cross Country Ski Event itself will be held on Saturday, Feb. 24, in Hayward.

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Tickets for the Birkie Bash will go on sale in early January. In addition to Jessie Diggins’ appearance, the event will feature live music by Molly and the Danger Band and other festivities. Sign up for email alerts here.

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