Action Packed Events

• 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.
• Kids Adventure Games offers kids the opportunity to experience the thrill of adventure racing. Teams of two zip over creeks, run up trails, slide down the mountain, soar over the creek and pedal thorough singletrack. Fierce fun, just like the kids in Vail.
• The VRD Bike Races bring out local mountain bike racers and let them compete on a singletrack throughout Eagle County. Races are open to kids 8 and older.
• Xterra Beaver Creek is a triathlon series not just for pros. Offering championship length and sprint distant races that wind their way through Avon and Beaver Creek. For those not psyched to swim, sign up for the trail run!
• Dynafit Vail Trail Running Race Series has become a must do race series. Expect well-marked routes, fully-stocked aid stations, experienced volunteers and courses that are challenging for the elites and enjoyed by the beginner trail runner. Shorten your bucket list and register for the entire series or choose an individual race.

Laid Back Events

• Bonfire Block Party was voted Best Summer Festival in Vail and an event not to be missed! The annual street and music party brings live music, food vendors and craft beer to downtown Eagle Ranch.
• Eagle Flight Days is an annual summer event that takes place at The Eagle Town Park and is packed full of fun things like a parade down Broadway, horseshoe tournament, concerts carnivals and more!
• Gypsum Daze — A community event every July that brings friends and families together to celebrate Colorado and rural mountain fun. Join us for another spectacular Gypsum Daze filled with activities and fun for everyone.
• The Beaver Creek Wine and Spirits Festival combines Beaver Creeks very own culinary talent, exquisite wines and beautiful outdoor venues to create an unforgettable weekend.
• The Beaver Creek Rodeo series makes your Thursday evenings a little bit more fun! Featuring a full lineup of classic rodeo events and activities the whole family can enjoy.
• Eagle County Fair and Rodeo is a long standing tradition here in the Wild West. From mutton bustin’ for kids to professional rodeo action, there’s not one dull moment.

Insider Tip: Staying hydrated is extremely important when you are at high altitude —  especially when you are out in the sun. Make it a priority to take water breaks throughout the day.

Valley Wide Markets
Although farmers markets aren’t unique to the Vail Valley, each market is one of a kind, with unique wares, beautiful art, delicious snacks, handmade crafts and more! We have four farmers markets that span across the valley during the summer months:

•  Vail Village: Sundays 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
• Minturn: Saturdays 9:00 am- 2:00 pm
• Edwards: Saturdays 9:00 am- 1:30 pm
•  Gypsum: Fridays 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Insider Tip: Plan on eating a meal at one of the local farmer’s market. From crepes to tacos to paella, think of it as an artisan food court. In addition to the local fruits, veggies and meat, there is art, live music and much more!