The Annual Torchlight Parade. Photo by Tripp Fay courtesy of Copper Mountain.
Copper Mountain Resort has lots to celebrate this December. Old Man Winter made a grand entrance with 63 inches of snow so far this month. Thanks to the new snow, Copper has been able to open plenty of terrain for skiers and riders to enjoy this holiday season.
On Saturday, Dec. 24 at 4:45 p.m., DJ Landry kicks off a Christmas Eve party in Burning Stones Plaza, Center Village. At 5 p.m., kids of all ages can meet at Mountain Melt restaurant to participate in the Kids Glowstick Pageant. This free activity allows families to have their very own parade around Center Village. At 6:15 p.m., Santa arrives for one last visit while a torchlight parade makes its way down the mountain. Fireworks round out the festivities at 6:30 p.m. with candlelight services at the Copper Community Chapel at 7:30 p.m.
Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Photo by Tripp Faye courtesy of Copper Mountain.
On Saturday, Dec. 31, Copper rings in 2017 with its New Years Eve celebration. The day begins with Subaru Winterfest. Guests can demo the latest equipment from Nordica and LibTech, grab some great giveaways and enjoy activities like the Subaru Scavenger Hunt or Subaru Giant Adirondack Chair Photo Experience. Another Kids Glowstick Pageant begins at 5:30 p.m. with a torchlight parade at 6 p.m. and fireworks at 10 p.m. Subaru Winterfest continues on Sunday, Jan. 1.
Add a unique experience to this New Years Eve with Coppers Moonlight Dine and Ski. This special event includes a ride up the American Eagle chairlift, a gourmet buffet dinner at mid-mountain then a ski or ride back down under the stars to Center Village. Tickets are still available, see the menu and purchase online at CopperColorado.com.
