SkiBig3
Wed, 31 Mar 2021

Dad Jokes to Break the Ice on a Chairlift - Part 2

Nothing puts a smile on the face of your chairlift buddies like a good 'ole dad joke to break the ice. It's the perfect way to spread a little laughter and positivity at the SkiBig3 resorts. Keep these tried and true zingers in your back pocket next time you're out exploring the slopes at Banff Sunshine Village, Lake Louise Ski Resort, and Mt. Norquay. (And for even more dad jokes, check out Part 1!)

Snowboarders on Top of the World chairlift at Lake Louise Ski Resort in Banff National Park. Photo by Sarah Magyar at Lake Louise Ski Resort.

What concert costs just 45 cents? 50 cent featuring Nickelback!

Why do melons have weddings? Because they cantaloupe!

How does Moses make his coffee? Hebrews it!

What rock group has four men that don't sing? Mount Rushmore.

What happens when you go to the bathroom in France? European.

Why do dogs float in water? Because they are good buoys.

Why couldn't the green pepper practice archery? Because it didn't habanero.

What do you call a sad cup of coffee? Depresso.

Did you hear about the Italian chef who died? He pasta way!

Have you heard about those new corduroy pillows? They're making headlines.

Why do trees seem suspicious on sunny days? They just seem a little shady!

What do scholars eat when they're hungry? Academia nuts.

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Tell us your best family-friendly Dad jokes in the comments below and we can add them to the list!

Ready to test out some of your own classic Dad jokes with your friends and family? Call our in-Banff SkiBig3 Vacation Planners today at 1-844-754-2443  or plan your next Canadian Rockies ski vacation online. Great Ski & Stay Packages available now.

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