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It’s tough to leave the mountain when you’re here, but you also don’t want to miss out on the incredible events Vail and Beaver Creek put on for their guests. Good thing some of the most exciting and adrenaline pumping displays happen on-mountain and in-village!

ON THE MOUNTAIN

Beaver Creek Birds of Prey
Start your winter at Birds of Prey! The Beaver Creek Xfinity Birds of Prey Audi FIS Ski World Cup Super G, Downhill, and Giant Slalom races generally take place at the beginning of December. The festivities of BC World Cup weekend celebrate “Where Winter Begins” in North America. This year’s event is scheduled to include live music, beer tastings, ski films, parties, sponsor activation and much more in the heart of Beaver Creek Village on what is dubbed “Birds of Prey Way”.

Vail Snow Days
Celebrate the season with Vail Snow Days. This 4-day festival in December brings free concerts at Ford Park, in-town and on-mountain early season specials, après and after dark parties, lively expo village and more.

U·S·Open Snowboarding Championships
The Annual Burton U·S·Open Snowboarding Championships returns to Vail, Colorado every February. As the premier event of the competitive snowboarding season, the Burton U·S·Open showcases the most progressive riding from the world’s top athletes in both slopestyle and halfpipe. In addition, the celebrated Burton U·S·Open Halfpipe Junior Jam presented by Clif Bar features the world’s top 14-and-under riders vying for a chance to compete against the pros.The Burton U·S·Open also offers a packed entertainment schedule including four nights of free concerts, daily après specials, and fun activities and events for all ages including the annual Chill fundraiser, a kids learn-to-ride Riglet park, athlete meet and greets, as well as the closing party at the Dobson Ice Arena.

Beaver Creek Mountain Snowshoe Races
Challenge yourself to a race like no other! The Beaver Creek Snowshoe Series draws first-time snowshoers, world class snowshoe athletes, and everyone in between with a series of courses that highlight the sparkling beauty of Beaver Creek in winter. Join for a single race or the entire series with the 10K course or the 5K course.

Vail Closing Day & Spring Back to Vail
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 including an on-mountain luau, sponsor Expo Village, live concert, aprés parties, giveaways, and so much more.

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

Beaver Creek Winter Culinary Weekend
Join us in January to enjoy experiences ranging from intimate, luxurious culinary explorations to dynamic, high-alpine outdoor adventures. Mix and mingle with celebrity guest chefs, get to know our world-renowned Beaver Creek host chefs, sip on exquisite cocktails and wines, and revel in endless hours of phenomenal skiing. Click here to see the schedule.

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.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Vilar Performing Arts Center
Check out the calendar of events at the Vilar Performing Arts Center with a variety of Broadway musicals, holidays concerts, family entertainment, comedy, dance, classical music and more in a world-class venue in the heart of Beaver Creek Village.

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

The Vilar Performing Arts Center brings headlining classic rock, country and so much more in their newly announced summer lineup

Beaver Creek, Colo., May 23, 2022 — For 24 years, the Vilar Performing Arts Center (VPAC) in the heart of Beaver Creek has been a community gathering place revolving around world-class entertainment. This summer, the VPAC looks forward to another stellar lineup with highlights including the legendary John Fogerty, Regina Spektor, Kristin Chenoweth, Bruce Hornsby and many more multi-talented, multi-genre and multi-generational...
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Habitat for Humanity Vail Valley Opens ReStore

A three-day Grand Opening celebration at the Habitat ReStore Vail Valley will make the dream of homeownership a reality for more Eagle County residents. That’s a tall order for a re-sale shop—but one that has proven to work for the past two decades. The Habitat ReStore is a vital part of Habitat for Humanity Vail Valley’s path to building affordable homes in partnership with locals. Homeowners and businesses donate gently used...
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Moe’s Original BBQ Hot Summer Nights returns to The Amp this summer on June 21

Vail, Colo., May 12, 2022 — There’s nothing quite like our hot summer nights – especially in the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado after a long winter season. Pair the inviting seasonal weather with FREE weekly concerts at the The Amp in Vail, and you have the annual Moe’s Original BBQ Hot Summer Nights concerts, kicking off June 21. The Moe’s Original BBQ Hot Summer Nights, a project of the Vail Valley Foundation, is a...
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