Spring Event Enthusiast

Spring in the Mountains

Spring into a season of fun with events on the mountain to wrap up the ski season, and events in each town to kick off the summer.

LOCAL FAVORITES

Blues, Brews & BBQ
The annual Blues, Brews & BBQ event in Beaver Creek provides a great family-friendly atmosphere. While the brews & BBQ require tickets to taste, the blues band is free to listen to. This is a great place to soak up the spring sun and people watch as you chow down on homestyle cookin’.

GoPro Mountain Games
GoPro Mountain Games are the countries largest celebration of adventure sports, art and music. Pro and amateur athletes compete for fun and glory during this welcome-to-summer festival. From running to climbing, biking to dogs jumping from docks, there isn’t one minute of downtime. Jam pack your weekend with your favorite events, SWAG from outdoor industry partners, nightly concerts, and more. And the best part? It’s all 100% FREE.

Block Party 2023 – SUMMER KICKBACK
The Block Party is ON! Join us in Downtown Eagle, CO for an all-ages street festival featuring 2 days of live music with as many as 12 bands playing on multiple stages, plus food and craft vendors. Lettuce, Oteil & Friends, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, The Record Company, Dumpstaphunk, Celisse, Trees Don’t Move and more will perform at this year’s Block Party Eagle street festival. Formerly known as the Bonfire Block Party, the event will be held in downtown Eagle, Colorado between August 11th – August 13th.  2-Day GA, VIP, Teen, and Camping Passes are now available at the next tier. Quantities are limited, grab yours today before they sell out! For more information, visit www.blockpartyeagle.com

ON THE MOUNTAIN

Vail Closing Day
A one-day, closing day event that is sure to create a positive, long-lasting memorable experience for our guests. Enjoy a jam-packed day of action!

Spring Back to Vail
And don’t miss Spring Back to Vail – typically closing week of Vail Mountain – which brings nightly musical acts to Vail Village, a variety of spring-themed on-mountain activities and the World Pond Skimming Championships in Golden Peak.

FOR THE FOODIE

Taste of Vail
The Taste of Vail, in April, showcases more than 30 of Vail’s finest chefs and restaurateurs alongside the owners and winemakers from nearly 50 of the countries’ top wineries. Click here for more information.

Upcoming Events

Restaurants & Bars

In the Vail Valley, eating isn't merely sustenance - it's an important part of the lifestyle. From fine dining hotspots to casual comforts, it's not hard to find great food. Colorado is known for their locals breweries, distilleries and even wineries. Come sample a taste of Colorado and even international spirit favorites.

Activity Providers

Sure, Vail is world-renowned for its skiing and snowboarding, but the Vail Valley offers plenty beyond vast bowls of bluebird powder days and grippin' groomers. Whether you prefer your adventure water-drenched, iced, air-borne, cliff-side, cycled, motorized or snowy out mountain recreation covers it- and much, much more.

Vail Valley Events

Ski terrain and wonderful snow put the Vail Valley on the map, but it's more than just a ski resort. The calendar is packed with events that are a big part of the Vail Valley's culture. From outdoor concerts at the Ford Amphitheater to bull riding at the rodeo, it's easy to stay busy.

Visitor Information from the Locals

ReStore celebrates one year at new location

The expanded showroom is a draw for customers and donors Time flies when you donate, buy, sell and build. The Habitat ReStore Vail Valley is celebrating its one-year anniversary at the new location at 250 Lindbergh Drive in Gypsum. The ReStore will celebrate May 31 to June 3 with giveaways, fun events and sales. As a matter of fact, this sale just may be the best sale ever — and at least of the year. The expanded showroom in Gypsum, has...
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Alpine Bank ShowDown Town returns to Eagle Town Park seven Thursdays in a row this summer

Avon, Colo., April 25, 2023 — Thursdays this summer are for free live music in Eagle. A pre-weekend celebration for the whole community to enjoy, the Alpine Bank ShowDown Town annual concert series returns to Eagle Town Park this summer with seven free shows every Thursday, June 29 - Aug. 10. As the music gets going at 6:30 p.m. at ShowDown Town concerts, the town converges on Eagle Town Park for a fun evening with friends, family and...
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2023 Rocky Mountain Summer Vacation Guide – Travel & Transportation

Are you planning a summer getaway to the Rocky Mountains of Colorado? The stunning landscapes, pristine lakes, and charming mountain towns make this region a top destination for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and adventure seekers. However, getting to the Rockies can be a logistical challenge, especially when traveling with family or a large group. From airport options to transportation choices and whether or not you need a car, many things must...
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