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Vail Signature Events

Come for the skiing, hiking and biking but while you're here, don't miss the unique activities and world-class events beyond the slopes! Fully discover our mountain wonderland and have the time of your life.

Vail Spa Concierge

(877) 570-8892
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The Concierge is located at the Vail Spa Front Desk.

Winter Season: 8am – 10pm
Summer Season: 8am – 10pm
Spring/Fall Season: 8am – 6pm

Vail Winter Events

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OPENING DAY

NOVEMBER 15

Vail’s snowmaking is the best in North America. Expect great early season conditions beginning in November.

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VAIL APRES

NOVEMBER 15 - JANUARY 5

After a day on the slopes, let the magic of winter continue with afternoon family activities throughout Vail including live music, silent disco, ice skating shows, art workshops and the tree lighting ceremony. Kringle Crossing, a magical mini holiday village, returns this year, as well as visits from Santa!

But it's not just about the kids... world-renowned artist Tiësto comes to Vail December 13th as part of the Birds of Prey World Cup festivities. Get your tickets here .

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Vail Kris Kringle Market

DECEMBER 13-15

Shop the festive streets of Vail and find the perfect holiday gifts for all your friends and family! Read more on our blog.

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New Year's Eve Torchlight Ski Down and Fireworks

DECEMBER 31

Celebrate the New Year with Vail's annual torchlight ski parade and fireworks starting at 6pm in Golden Peak.

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TASTE OF VAIL

APRIL 2-5

The Taste of Vail is the nation's premier spring food and wine festival, held at several venues throughout North America's favorite ski resort.

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Après at The Amp

APRIL 4-5

The Vail Valley Foundation presents Après at The Amp 5:30pm Gerald R Ford Amphitheater. Enjoy two nights of  outdoor concerts - performers will be announced soon - expect big names!

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MORE  WINTER EVENTS

 

  • 11/24 Vail Comedy Show - Tanael Joachim 7pm, The Sebastian
  • 11/30 Lionshead Tree Lighting 6pm, Lionshead Welcome Arch (next to the main bus stop)
  • 12/5 Vail Comedy Show - Carmen Morales 8pm, The Sebastian
  • 12/6 Vail Kris Kringle Wine Dinner 6pm, Donovan Pavilion
  • 12/6 - 3/15 (select dates) Vail Yeti Hockey 8pm, Dobson Ice Arena
  • 12/8 Vail Village Tree Lighting 5pm, Children's Fountain in Vail Village
  • 12/13 Tiësto 6:30pm Ford Park Fields
  • 12/15 Ugly Sweater Fun Run 8:30am, Lionshead Village
  • 12/15 - 3/30 (Sundays) Dine with the Dogs 10:30-11:30am at Henry's Hut
  • 12/27 10th Mountain Legacy Parade 6pm, Vail Village
  • 2/14-15 John Summit 4pm Gerald R Ford Park
  • 2/22 10th Mountain Legacy Parade 6pm, Vail Village
  • 2/22-23 Vail Legacy Weekend honoring the 10th Mountain Division

Vail Summer Events

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GoPro MOUNTAIN GAMES

JUNE

The GoPro Mountain Games are the country's most celebrated festival of adventure sports, art and music and they return to Vail, CO June 6-9, 2024

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BRAVO! VAIL MUSIC FESTIVAL

JUNE - AUGUST

Through extraordinary performances, dedicated leadership, and generous support from the community, Bravo! Vail has grown from a handful of attendees to one of the world’s premier music festivals.

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HOT SUMMER NIGHTS

JUNE - AUGUST

The Moe’s Original Bar B Que Hot Summer Nights is an annual FREE concert series hosted every Tuesday evening throughout the summer at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. Gates open at 5:30, concert begins at 6:30. Bring a picnic for the lawn or enjoy our top of the line concessions at the iconic open air in beautiful Vail, CO.

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VAIL FARMERS’ MARKET AND ART SHOW

SUNDAYS JUNE - OCTOBER

The Vail Farmers Market started with a few tents and now has grown to over 140 tents for 16 Sundays of the summer. Enjoy strolling down East Meadow Drive in Vail while tasting treats from Colorado. Parking for the Market is at the Vail Village Parking or Lionshead Parking. The Market begins June 16 and runs through first weekend in October.

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VAIL AMERICA DAYS

JULY 4TH

This holiday celebration includes a spirited 4th of July Parade, Patriotic Concert and dazzling Fireworks Show!

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VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL

JULY-AUGUST

The Festival is a two-week celebration of exceptional artistry taking place in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

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MORE SUMMER EVENTS

  • Vail Craft Beer Classic - June
  • Vail Arts Festival - June
  • Vail Jazz Festival - July - September
  • Kids Adventure Games - August
  • Vail Wine Classic - August
  • Gourmet on Gore - Labor Day weekend September
  • Oktoberfest - September Lionshead
  • Oktoberfest - September Vail
  • Vail & Beaver Creek Restaurant Week - October