Events

Welcome to the 2009-10 Ski Season! Below is a list of events happening this season at our 22 member resorts. Take a peek at all the exciting things that are planed this season and start making your travel plans to be here for them!

If there is an event you would like us to have on our site, please send us an email letting us know about all the exciting things you've got planned.

2009 - 10 Colorado Mountain Events

Copper Mountain: 3 Ring Weekend More Info »

07/03 - 07/05

A free family event featuring live music by Neil Diamond Tribute band Super Diamond, the National Repertory Orchestra performing Peter and the Wolf, the Primp My Ride kid powered parade, the first annual Reuse, Recycle, Rummage Sale, and hands-on, interactive activities designed to educate and entertain at the Conscious Carnival. 3 Ring Weekend: Red, White, Blue and Green.

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Crested Butte: Crested Butte Music Festival More Info »

07/04 - 07/28

The Crested Butte Music Festival was founded in 1997 by David J. Rothman and Charles Stegeman with the intention of bringing to Crested Butte, and other areas of the Western Slope, a wide variety of music featuring local artists whenever possible. It evolved out of a winter chamber music series that Rothman started in 1995, which in turn was a supplement to the summer Crested Butte Chamber Music Festival led by Claire Jolivet since 1989. In 1999 these two efforts were combined. Thus, the Crested Butte Music Festival now functions as the sole local year-round presenter of a broad array of both music and dance genres. Included are orchestral and chamber music, opera, jazz, bluegrass, ballet and modern dance, and arts education for all ages.

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Arapahoe Basin: Alpenglow Dinner and Wildflower Hike More Info »

07/11

The staff at Arapahoe Basin is pleased to announce the first Alpenglow Dinner and Wildflower Hike at Black Mountain Lodge. Ride the Exhibition chair up to Black Mountain Lodge. Enjoy cocktails and light hors d'oeuvers followed by a Colorado themed buffet prepared by Chef Christopher Rybak. Enjoy an alpenglow sunset as you hike down to the base area.

Click here to book online.
Time:
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Ride the Exhibition lift to Black Mountain Lodge.
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Enjoy cocktails and light hors d'oeuvers with live entertainment.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Savor the elegant Colorado themed buffet prepared by Chef Christopher Rybak.
8:00 p.m. - View the wildflowers and take in the alpenglow sunset as you hike along the Continental Divide down to the base area.

Cost: $55 for adults (kids 12 and under only $30), includes taxes and gratuity. Cash bar.

Prefer to ride down the mountain? Take the chairlift back to the base area after dinner.
Click here to book online or call 888-ARAPAHOE before July 7th to secure your spot. Due to the limited number of seating, reservations are required.

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Winter Park: Grand County Arts Festival More Info »

07/11

Local artists will be showing off their talents in The Village at Winter Park on Saturday July 11. Purchase one-of-a-kind photography, stained glass, jewelry and more. A variety of these artisans will be offering “hands-on” classes during the day. For more information, visit www.winterparkresort.com or call 970-726-1564.

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Sol Vista Basin: USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Championships More Info »

07/16 - 07/19

This is the first time the national championships have been held in Colorado. The USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Championships will see thousands of professional and amateur racers compete in cross country, downhill, single speed, super downhill, mountain cross and short track races. The weekend-long national event will determine the United States National Mountain Bike Champions in amateur and pro divisions. Qualifying competitors will test their speed and endurance on SolVista's world-class trails. Event information and details are available at www.SolVistaNationals.com.

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Winter Park: American Red Cross Fat Tire Classic More Info »

07/17 - 07/19

Once again, the National Sports Center for the Disabled and the American Red Cross Mile High Chapter has teamed up to host the Fat Tire Classic. Mountain bikers from across Colorado and the nation converge at Winter Park Resort for a weekend of scenic trails and high altitude fun. It's a celebration of the committed, compassionate, and caring people who, since Fat Tire first rolled out in 1990, have raised more than $4 million for the Mile High Chapter of the American Red Cross. For more information, call the Denver Chapter of the American Red Cross at 303-722-7474, or visit them at www.fattireclassic.org.

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Winter Park: Alpine Artaffair More Info »

07/25 - 07/26

The 35th annual Winter Park Alpine ArtAffair features fine arts, crafts, jewelry, photography, sculpture, food, and entertainment. Proceeds from this non-profit event fund arts scholarships and arts-related projects for Grand County students and aspiring artists. The Alpine ArtAffair takes place in a pine forest setting in downtown Winter Park. For more information on the Alpine ArtAffair, or for a vendor application, visit www.alpineartaffair.com.

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Winter Park: Winter Park Jazz Festival More Info »

07/25 - 07/26

Starting Saturday, July 25, Winter Park Resort and the Winter Park - Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to host two days of incredible jazz music in downtown Winter Park. Located amidst the town's hub of shopping and dining, Hideaway Park will feature some of the best names in jazz, including: Boney James, Fourplay, War, Warren Hill, Sax for Stax, and the Rippingtons, with more artists to be announced. NEW! Exclusive after-party evening jazz show will be held at Winter Park Resort on July 25. Winter Park Central Reservations guests staying at the Zephyr Mountain Lodge will receive two free VIP tickets with room rates starting at $84/person. For more information on the Winter Park Jazz Festival and Winter Park Central Reservations lodging package, call 866-239-3994 or visit www.skiwinterpark.com/deals/packages.

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Winter Park: Third Annual Crankworx Colorado Mountain Bike Festival More Info »

07/30 - 08/02

Crankworx Colorado Freeride Mountain Bike Festival returns for its third year to Winter Park Resort July 30 – Aug. 2. Building on two years of momentum, Crankworx Colorado will be this year's home to the North American Championships, attracting the best slopestyle riders from around the world. Crankworx Colorado competitions include Slopestyle, Big Air, Cross Country, Super Downhill and more. This year's event will serve as the qualifier for the Kokanee Slopestyle Event at Whistler Blackcomb, where the Crankworx event series originated. For more information, visit www.crankworxcolorado.com.

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Crested Butte: Crested Butte Arts Fest More Info »

08/01 - 08/02

The Crested Butte Arts Festival celebrates its 37th year in 2009. What began as an informal gathering of mostly local crafters selling their wares has evolved into one of the top 5 fine art and fine craft shows in Colorado, according to the Larry Harris List. The Crested Butte Arts Festival (CBAF) is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to the preservation of the arts in and around Crested Butte.

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Copper Mountain: Guitar Town More Info »

08/07 - 08/09

The world's best guitarists come together at Copper for the 5th annual Guitar Town festival, featuring free guitar workshops, free live music, free viewings of the film Rock Prophecies, the ArtGuitar Silent Auction, Guitar Hero contests, and kid's music activities all weekend. This year features free live music by: Scott Goldman, Joe Robinson, Led Kaapana, Preston Reed, Laurence Juber, Pete Huttlinger, John Jorgenson, Sol Philcox, Tommy Emmanuel, Mark Selby, Marty Stuart, Mick Taylor and Brent Mason with The Players.

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Winter Park: Fraser River Days & Lumberjack Show More Info »

08/08 - 08/09

Winter Park Resort and the Winter Park - Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to celebrate their wide-open spaces. The Scheer Lumberjack Show will be in town demonstrating logrolling, axe throwing, chainsaw cutting and more. The Raptor Education Foundation will be here with several live raptors on-hand to provide education throughout the day. Stop by The Village at Winter Park on Sunday for a free children's environmental fair, Native American performances, and the second day of the Scheer Lumberjack Show. For more information, contact the Winter Park - Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce at 800-903-7275 or visit www.playwinterpark.com.

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Winter Park: 17th Annual Salute To American Veterans Rally & Festival More Info »

08/14 - 08/16

The American Veterans Rally has a 16-year history and first came to Winter Park in 2007 with more than 10,000 participants. Weekend highlights include a remembrance ceremony honoring past Veterans and active duty members, a military parade, guest speakers, live music, and flyovers. The traveling Vietnam Wall will also be on display for this special event at the Fraser Valley Sports Complex. The American Veterans Rally is a free event. For more information on the American Veterans Rally and Festival, contact the Winter Park - Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce at 800-903-7275 or visit www.playwinterpark.com.

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Winter Park: Annual Taste Of Grand County Festival More Info »

08/15

Lovers of gourmet food, fine wines and hand-crafted beers shouldn't miss the annual Taste of Grand County on Aug. 15, where guests can sample a wide array of food and beverages at picturesque Winter Park Resort. Highlights include wine, beer and food tasting, and a huge silent auction. The Taste of Grand County proceeds benefit the National Sports Center for the Disabled which provides over 23,000 sports and recreational lessons annually for adults and children with almost any type of disability. Tickets and general information are available at www.nscd.org.

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Winter Park: Annual Famous Flamethrower's High Altitude Chili Cook-off More Info »

08/22 - 08/23

Chefs don their best costumes and fire up their tastiest recipes in this back-to-back sanctioned cook-off. Winners will represent Colorado and the Rocky Mountain Region at the International Chili Society World Championship Chili Cook-off. Prizes are awarded in several categories, including traditional red, chili verde, and salsa. Proceeds benefit the National Sports Center for the Disabled which provides over 23,000 sports and recreational lessons annually for adults and children with almost any type of disability. For more information, visit www.winterparkresort.com or call 970-726-1564.

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Copper Mountain: Copper Country More Info »

09/04 - 09/06

A Copper Labor Day festival tradition, Copper Country celebrates the best of the American spirit. This year, the festival is free! Incredible live music from headliners America and Little Feat, the Copper Country Arts Festival, a songwriter's workshop, kids' crafts, Copper Kids' Corral, mechanical bull rides, a petting zoo and pony rides come together to make it THE Labor Day event for the entire family. Michael Martin Murphey, Richie Furay and Shelby Lynne will also perform on the Copper Country stage.

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Winter Park: Grand County Parade Of Homes More Info »

09/12 - 09/13

The sixth annual Grand County Parade of Homes features the best in builders and real estate that Winter Park and the Fraser Valley have to offer. Highlighting the finest in local craftsmanship, these properties are examples of the latest in kitchen, great room, bedroom, and outdoor-area design. For more information, contact the Winter Park - Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce at 800-903-7275 or at www.playwinterpark.com.

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Winter Park: Grand County Parade Of Homes More Info »

09/19 - 09/20

The sixth annual Grand County Parade of Homes features the best in builders and real estate that Winter Park and the Fraser Valley have to offer. Highlighting the finest in local craftsmanship, these properties are examples of the latest in kitchen, great room, bedroom, and outdoor-area design. For more information, contact the Winter Park - Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce at 800-903-7275 or at www.playwinterpark.com.

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