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EVENTS
DECEMBER
Vail Film Festival
Vail, CO • December 1-4, 2022 The Vail Film Festival is produced by the Colorado Film Institute, a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to showcasing independent film and supporting independent filmmakers. The 2022 festival will screen feature films, shorts, documentaries and student films.
vailfilmfestival.com
Xfinity Birds of Prey World Cup Race
Beaver Creek, CO • December 2-4, 2022 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. This year’s event is scheduled to include live music, beer tastings, ski films, parties and more.
bcworldcup.com
Vail’s Kris Kringle Market
Vail, CO • December 8-11, 2022 Get into the holiday spirit and head to Vail Village for the Kris Kringle Market! As you stroll through Vail Village, enjoy shopping at the market festooned with greenery, European trim and holiday cheer! You’ll find unique, made-in-Colorado items for your holiday gifts.
discovervail.com EagleARTS ARTwalk
Eagle, CO • December 9, 2022 Presented by EagleARTS and the downtown business community, the EagleARTS ARTwalk showcases charming galleries, shops and restaurants offering art exhibitions, live music, sales and specials for a fun evening out on Broadway Street in historic downtown Eagle.
eaglearts.org
Vail Skating Festival Ice Spectacular
Vail, CO • December 23, 2022 This year’s festival features Nathan Chen in his only Colorado appearance since his 2022 Olympic Victory! Also starring four additional Olympians, including Kaitlin Hawayek and JeanLuc Baker, plus seasoned ice skating professionals, make sure to get your tickets in advance!
vailskatefest.com
Family Day at Golden Peak
Vail, CO • December 28, 2022 Be a part of Ski & Snowboard Club Vail’s complimentary Family Fun Day on Golden Peak! This fun day includes duals race and ski around on lower Golden Peak in the morning and ski around on Golden Peak Expansion in the afternoon, plus complimentary après. A ski pass or lift ticket is required.
skiclubvail.org Winterfest
Vail, CO • December 2022 Wander through an illuminated ice installation in the Vail Village area! The 15th Annual Vail Winterfest returns with 20 ice structures for the public eye. Make sure to check out this free community event!
discovervail.com
JANUARY
Rocky Mountain SkiFest
Avon, CO • January 10, 2023 The Rocky Mountain Ski Fest and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation are uniting to find answers to save children's lives. The two-day event includes an intimate and exclusive concert by nationally acclaimed country artists and Grammy award-winning songwriters, as well as a fun ski day with the celebrities and kids.
rockymtnskifest.com
Winter Culinary Weekend
Beaver Creek, CO • January 20-23, 2023 Enjoy an incredible weekend with gourmet meals and a stunning, scenic background. The Winter Culinary Weekend provides an opportunity to mix and mingle with celebrity guest chefs, get to know world-renowned Beaver Creek host chefs, sip on exquisite cocktails and wines, and revel in endless hours of phenomenal skiing.
beavercreek.com
Vail Cup — Moguls
Vail, CO • January 21, 2023 Join Ski & Snowboard Club Vail for the first Steadman Clinic Vail Cup of the season for children born in 2007 and younger competing in a moguls event! A ski pass or lift ticket is required. More details to come.
vailcup.com
Arrowhead Skimo & Uphill
Avon, CO • January 2023 The Arrowhead Skimo & Uphill, now in its third year, features an uphill and skimo competition that racers can choose from. Participants will ascend approximately 1,700 vertical feet and just under 2 miles from the base of Arrowhead Village to the top of Arrow Bahn Express Lift. Dates for January 2023 TBA.
vailrec.com
Snowshoe Races Series
Beaver Creek, CO • January-March 2023 This series of races returns with multiple options to choose from. Compete in a 3, 5 or 10k race and then participate in post-race activities. Whether you're running for a medal or for fun, come out and enjoy the beauty of snowshoeing through an incredible setting.
beavercreek.com
FEBRUARY
Snowshoe for Peru 5K
Eagle, CO • February 4, 2023 This 5K snowshoe run works to support Corazón de Esperanza, a nonprofit that provides hope to orphaned children, at-risk teens and impoverished women in Northern Peru.
corazondeesperanza.org
NBS Black Ski Summit
Vail, CO • February 4-11, 2023 You don't want to miss the 2023 NBS Black Ski Summit in Vail, Colorado. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the NBS Summit, there will be tons of great activities planned throughout the week.
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Vail Cup — Giant Slalom
Vail, CO • February 19, 2023 Join Ski & Snowboard Club Vail for the second Steadman Clinic Vail Cup of the season for children born in 2007 and younger competing in a giant slalom event! A ski pass or lift ticket is required. More details to come.
vailcup.com
Our Planet Live in Concert
Beaver Creek, CO • February 23, 2023 This specially curated reimagining of the Netflix series will take you on a journey across our planet like you’ve never seen it before. Featuring favorite scenes and highlights from the Our Planet series, Our Planet Live in Concert will tour international arenas. Get your tickets now!
vilarpac.org Meadow Mountain Skimo
Vail, CO • February 2023 This ski mountaineering race will have your blood flowing in cool temps! The course is an approximately 2-mile loop with 800 vertical feet of elevation gain. Racers will begin and finish on the bench just above the Meadow Mountain parking lot and start up the open slope to the looker's right.
vailrec.com
Talons Challenge Presented by Helly Hansen
Beaver Creek, CO • February 2023 Challenge yourself with this vertical foot challenge! For the first time in its 20-year history, guests will have the option of two days that weekend to challenge themselves to complete 14 runs with 26,226 vertical feet.
vail.com
Vail Mountain Winter Uphill
Vail, CO • February 2023 The annual Vail Mountain Winter Uphill Race returns for skiers, snowboarders and winter runners to tackle 2,200 vertical feet of groomed trails to reach Eagle’s Nest at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola in Lionshead. Sign up online today to brave the incline and cold during this challenging race!
vailrec.com
MARCH
Project Funway
Edwards, CO • March 4, 2023 This signature fundraiser is one of the most well-attended and entertaining evenings of the year, raising money to support the Education Foundation of Eagle County. Check out the website for updated information on the event.
efec.org
Vail Cup — Giant Slalom
Vail, CO • March 25, 2023 Join Ski & Snowboard Club Vail for the final Steadman Clinic Vail Cup of the season for children born in 2007 and younger competing in the giant slalom event! A ski pass or lift ticket is required. More details to come.
vailcup.com
Shamrock Shuffle
Vail, CO • March 2023 Join this community event and race for a 5 or 10k! The Shamrock Shuffle includes these two races along with a raffle and opportunity to win fantastic prizes.
discovervail.com
APRIL
Cirque FLIP Fabrique Presents: Muse
Beaver Creek, CO • April 5 Having performed extensively in an international setting for more than a million spectators, Cirque FLIP Fabrique continues to fascinate audiences worldwide with performances that are equally as fun and accessible for everyone as they are visually stunning.
vilarpac.org
Taste Of Vail
Vail, CO • April 5-8 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 country’s top wineries. Get your tickets online today!
tasteofvail.com
Vail Easter Egg Hunt
Vail, CO • April 2023 Gather your little ones for this wholesome holiday event. The Vail Easter Egg Hunt will have everyone in your family excited for the Easter Bunny’s arrival with special prizes and special eggs!
vailrec.com
MAY
Blues, Brews & BBQ
Beaver Creek, CO • May 2023 This signature event features all of the best music, beverages and barbeque! Blues, Brews & BBQ offers fun for the whole family with live music performances, fantastic food vendors and, of course, the Backyard BBQ competition!
beavercreek.com
Dynafit Vail Trail Running Series
Vail, CO • May 2023 Colorado's most iconic trail running series, The 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 beginner trail runners. Register for the entire series, or choose from individual races.
vailrec.com
SunsetLIVE!
Avon, CO • May 2023 SunsetLIVE! is uniquely Avon and the perfect venue to wind down your weekend, so gather your friends and family, bring a lawn chair and picnic basket, and prepare to enjoy a relaxing Rocky Mountain sunset with great music.
