Day 1 - February 19th
Transfer to NuFriends Cabin
5:00PM
TYS Airport Arrival
Transfer to NuFriends Cabin
6:00PM
Cabin Check In
7:00PM
Intros & Drinks
Where: Courtyard by Marriott
EVENING
Jollof & Wings Welcome Dinner
Where: Courtyard by Marriott
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LATE
Game Night at NuFriends Cabin
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Day 1: Arrival & Welcome
Our first night in the Smokies!
We will spend it getting settled in and acquainted with people in the cabins before driving over to Welcome Dinner at the Courtyard by Marriott.
At the Welcome Dinner,
we will meet all the 40+ other ski trip guests staying with WahalaBoyz and 2Tone. Expect good energy and tastes from Africa (the best Jollof!).
Following the Dinner,
our crew will head back to the NuFriends Cabin for a chill game night.
Day 2 - February 20th
Where: Ober Mountain
MORNING til EVENING
Full Day Ski
Where: Ober Mountain
LATE
Wahala Party Hosted by WahalaBoyz at Laurel Crest
The Daytime:
We head to Ober Mountain for a full day on the slopes. Whether you’re a pro carving up the black diamonds or a first-timer laughing your way through the bunny hills, the energy is unmatched.
The Evening:
After the lifts close, we head back to the ridge to shed the ski gear and level up. A dedicated window to recover, refuel, and prep your best fit for the night. The cabin will be buzzing as everyone gets ready for the main event.
The Night:
When the clock strikes late, we head to Laurel Crest for the weekend’s pinnacle: the Wahala Party. Hosted by the Wahala Boyz, this isn't just a party; it’s a cultural takeover. Expect heavy bass, pure Afro-fusion, and an atmosphere where the energy never dips. We’re bringing the heat of the continent to the chill of the mountains, dancing until the early hours.
Day 3 - February 21st
Explore the Smokies at your own pace
MORNING
Local Excursions or Chill
Explore the Smokies at your own pace
Where: NuFriends Cabin
3:00PM
NUFRIENDS ReSet
Where: NuFriends Cabin
Where: NuFriends Cabin
4:30PM
Pregame
Where: NuFriends Cabin
Where: NuFriends Cabin
EVENING
NuFriends.FM Day Party
Where: NuFriends Cabin
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LATE
Outside/Bar Hopping
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Day 2: Exploration & Day Party
Morning:
Whether you want to grab a coffee and hit the scenic trails of the Great Smoky Mountains, head into town for a moonshine tasting at a local distillery, or simply sleep in and enjoy the valley views from the cabin deck, the morning is yours to explore at your own pace.
By 3:00 PM,
we gather back at the compound for the NuFriends Reset. This is our collective "deep breath"—a chance to recharge, swap stories from the morning, and get fly for the evening ahead.
At 4:30 PM,
the pregame kicks off at the cabin, setting the mood with drinks and the first sounds of the weekend.
Evening:
As the sun begins to set over the ridge, we transition into the NuFriends.FM Day Party. Expect curated DJ sets with high-energy rhythm. This is where the community really connects—as guests from the Welcome Dinner will join us to dance against the backdrop of the Smokies.
Night:
Once the sun is down and the energy is high, we’re heading "Outside." We’ll make our way into the Pigeon Forge area for a night of bar hopping, taking the NuFriends vibe from our private cabins down into the heart of the local nightlife.
Day 4 - February 22nd
Where: NuFriends Cabin
8:30AM
Breakfast w/ NuFriends
Where: NuFriends Cabin
9:00AM
Cabin Check Out
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10:00AM
Airport Transfer to TYS
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Day 4: Farewells
8:30 AM: Breakfast with NuFriends
We gather in the kitchen of the compound for one last shared meal.
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM:
After a final sweep of the cabins and one last look at the valley view, we check out. Our group airport transfer departs at 10:30 AM sharp, heading back to TYS. You’ll leave the ridge with more than just a souvenir—you’re leaving with a community of NuFriends that didn't exist four days ago.