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Chasing Rabbits
PHOTOS BY JONI SCHRANTZ + PHOTOS BY MICHAEL STAVARIDIS FOR ROCKWELL GROUP
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hasing Rabbits is the ultimate après ski and nightlife destination in the heart of Vail Village. Created by Solaris Group and designed by Rockwell Group, the venue offers an approachable destination for the entire family after a day on the slopes, or a trendy dinner and nightlife experience for those who are looking for a delightful distraction of bespoke dining, sipping and playing. Each space within Chasing Rabbits evokes a different experience, guided by impeccable detail and individualized menus. The 13,000-square-foot venue was inspired by the whimsical nature of Alice in Wonderland; similar to how Alice may have experienced Wonderland, Chasing Rabbits guests enjoy the venue’s unexpected twists and turns. The expression chasing rabbits implies “doing something totally irrelevant or being distracted from what you intend to do.” Chasing Rabbits is comprised of four spaces — The Restaurant, The Library, Rabbit Hole and Moon Rabbit — offering a myriad of experiences within each room. From live music, DJs, bingo nights, the Opera, karaoke, film festivals and more, the options are endless. Chasing Rabbits invites guests to choose their own adventure every time they visit. Plus, it can host events of any size —
from weddings, celebrations and friends and family gatherings to corporate events. The Restaurant menu features Mediterranean influences utilizing light, bright and citrusy flavors, perfect for the active lifestyle of Vail. The cocktail program focuses on classic cocktails with a Mediterranean influence, using spirits from Greece, Sicily and Sardinia. Guests who are looking for a more intimate dining experience can make their way to The Library — an eclectic, quirky lounge with surprise halo lighting interwoven throughout. Nestled between towering walls of books, The Library offers pre-dinner cocktails, full-service dinner, late-night libations and everything in between. A journey through a hallway of reflective red marquee lighting will lead guests to a richly textured immersive room draped in velvet called Moon Rabbit. The speakeasy bar, inspired by the Chinese tale of the Moon Rabbit creating the elixir of life, offers worldclass service and a laid-back atmosphere. The menu focuses on artistic cocktails in elaborate presentations. As guests enter Rabbit Hole, they are welcomed by classic and modern-day arcade games such as Pacman, Skee-Ball
and Twister, as well as a full bar, two LED wall screens and a photo booth. Within the playful space guests can choose from a menu of elevated childhood favorites and 80’s- and Tiki-influenced cocktails. Membership perks include early access to reservations, a 10% discount on food and beverage purchases, secret menu items, access to exclusive member only events, waived cover fees, discounts on ticketed events and more. For guests who are looking to dance the night away, the weekend starts with Lucky Fridays in Rabbit Hole which will feature a rotating list of DJs. Saturday nights guests get the full Rabbit Hole experience, playing Arcade games while DJs curate the perfect soundtrack. Special Saturdays will even have unique theme nights like Taylor Swift and 80s rock night. Every other Saturday guests will also experience magic up-close as a world-class magician performs personalized shows in Moon Rabbit. On Sunday night, by popular demand, the Cottontail Club will now be hosted in Moon Rabbit with LANDO as the resident DJ. Every Monday, families can join local favorite Matt Gianetti for a fun-filled night with great entertainment and amazing prizes at Chasing Rabbits’ BINGO Nights. Guests can also look forward to singing their hearts out with free Karaoke Nights hosted by Sandman on Tuesdays in the Rabbit Hole. Thursdays will bring live music to a new level as guests enjoy jazz in the Moon Rabbit. This year, Chasing Rabbits will host a Studio 54-themed celebration, Studio CR, to ring in the New Year, complete with entertainment, live music, incredible food and more. Attendees can expect a night of 70s glitz and glam featuring DJ Sunnfors, ETHNO - Jeff Franca of Thievery Corporation, disco dancers, magicians, a red carpet, drag queens and more.
CHASING RABBITS 141 E Meadow Dr, Ste 104 Vail, CO 81657 Make a reservation at chasingrabbitsvail.com
