Vail Festivals & Events
Throughout the year Vail has a wide variety of festivals and events throughout the Vail Valley, Lionshead and Vail Village. From concerts at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater to family-friendly events, there is always something to do for the very first-time. Vail locals enjoy music so much, there's always a concert on the weekend whether it be during the epic ski season or during the warmer months. Use the Gondola Resorts' Local Area Guide to plan the perfect visit to Vail. The festival & events section is updated weekly.
Taste of Vail Annual Event
April Join one of the country`s most talked-about epicurean events at the annual Taste of Vail. This spring gatherings consists of an entire weekend of cooking demonstrations, famous chef discussions, wine expert seminars and cooking demonstrations. Come and experience the iconic Colorado Lamb Cook-Off held in Vail Village, apre ski tastings, debut of Rosa or the mountaintop wine pairing. The "Signature Four Pass" includes entrance to the four signature events at $449.00 each. Savor the true ambiance and charm of this event by staying at a nearby hotel or vacation home. For lodging discounts visit www.gondolaresorts.com. Rooms start at $199 per night in Vail Village or Lionshead Village. |
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Location: | Vail Colorado |
Phone: | 303-420-9963 Vail Festivals & Event Information |
Toll Free: | 888-295-2468 Vail Festival & Event Lodging |
Vail Craft Beer Classic
June 17, 18 Come join the fun at this years Craft Beer Classic in Vail, Colorado. This year the venue will feature over 300 different beers, wine, and spirit samples. New to the event is the addition of seltzer and cider showcases. Some of the participating breweries include New Belgium Brewing, Odell Brewing, Vail Brewing, Dry Dock, Bonfire, Ration Beerworks, Cannonball Brewing and many more. Come join this 3-day event with paired beer dinners, mountain biking with a brewer and many more activities that feature the best beer in the country! This is an adult-only, over-21 festival. IDs will be required and all adults will be clearly marked with wrist bracelets. |
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Location: | Vail Village Colorado |
Phone: | 303-420-9963 Vail Craft Beer Classic Information Hotline |
Toll Free: | 888-295-2468 Vail Craft Beer Class Lodging Discounts |
Vail Bravo! Music Festival
June - August Welcome to Bravo Vail where some of the greatest musicians and orchestras in the world perform high in the spectacular Rocky Mountains of Colorado. This summer festival is a hallmark cultural event that spas seven weeks and brings together the most exciting music and performers in the world today. The mission is simply stated, "enrich peoples lives through the power of music." Bravo Vail started in Vail with small concerts and now has grown to an international music festival with hundreds of performances since 1987. It offers programs like free concerts, collaborative partnerships, music education seminars and much more. Most programming takes place at The Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in East Vail. The seating chart can be found at https://www.bravovail.org/media/1720/grfa-seating-chart.pdf. |
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Location: | 530 S. Frontage Road East Vail, CO 81657 |
Phone: | 303-420-9963 Lodging and Where to Stay for Bravo Vail |
Toll Free: | 877-812-5700 Bravo Vail Tickets & Performances |
Vail America Days
July 4
A true summer celebration featuring exceptional entertainment including Vail`s celebrated 4th of July parade, complemented by all that Vail summer has to offer on and off the mountain. Come and celebrate the 4th of July in Vail with the return of the Vail America Days Parade. The night sky will also be lit up again but in a 21st-century way. We are choreographing a drone show over Vail Mountain to replace our traditional fireworks. Don`t miss this incredible show. |
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Location: | Vail, CO |
Phone: | 303-420-9963 Lodging |
Toll Free: | 888-295-2468 Information |
Vail Mountain Bike Series
July 6 The 2022 VRD Bloch & Chapleau Town Mountain Bike Race Series returns for its 39th year to offer fun and exciting racing to mountain bikers of all ages and experience levels. This summer over 1,200 riders of all ages and ability levels will compete for over $30,000 in prizes and priceless bragging rights. Whether competing in an individual race or signing up for the entire series, racers have the chance to win prizes, free beer, and personal glory. | |
Location: | Vail, CO |
Phone: | 303-420-9963 Lodging |
Toll Free: | 888-295-2468 Information |
Vail Dance Festival
July 29 - August 9 The Vail dance festival is a two-week celebration of exceptional artistry taking place in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Each year, the festival offers numerous performances from world-renowned dancers and companies taking place at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. Experience the numerous free performances for the community as well as festival events including conversations on dance, Tiny Dancer Tea Party and more. | |
Location: | Ford Ampitheater |
Phone: | 303-420-9963 Vail Dance Festival Lodging |
Vail Jazz Festival
June 30 - Sept 5 The 28th Annual Vail Jazz Festival Are you in the mood for some Rocky Mountain Jazz? Attend the numerous jazz events in Vail, Colorado throughout the summer. Come visit the toe-tapping, boogy-down and delightful bands that come from all over the globe to perform at this event. Maybe you will see some of your favorite musicians throughout Vail Village, Lionshead, Cascade and Golden Peak regions of Vail. Vail Jazz education programs are made possible through the generous donations of various organizations including Gondola Resorts. | |
Location: | Solaris Terrace 141 East Meadow Drive Vail, CO 81657 |
Phone: | 303-420-9963 Vail Jazz Festival Official Lodging Provider |
Vail GoPro Mountain Games
August The GoPro Mountain Games are the largest, most successful mountain based multi-sport, music and lifestyle celebration arguably in the world. The Mountain Games has continued to grow each year and is seen as the top national event within the Outdoor Industry. |
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Location: | Vail Village, CO |
Phone: | 303-420-9963 |
Toll Free: | 888-295-2468 |
Vail Holidays
December Vail Holiday events include a plethora of activities for the entire family like concerts, Christmas carolers, ice-skating shows, parades, light shows, ice sculpturing contests and more. The winter holidays are a truly magical time of year in Vail with events, programs and activities for all ages. Vail Holidays creates a festive and magical holiday season in an iconic Vail Valley setting. The events typically begin the first week in December and run through new years day. Most events are free and include a spectacular lighting ceremony to kickoff the holiday season in Vail Village. |
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Location: | Vail holiday events are held throughout Vail Village, Lionshead and the Vail Valley |
Phone: | 303-420-9963 Vail Holiday Vacation Planning Questons |
Toll Free: | 888-295-2468 Vail Holiday Lodging & Trip Planning |
Vail Film Festival
December 1 - 4 Welcome to the Vail Film Festival! The festival`s programming consists of Independent American new films that includes feature length, documentaries and short films. The festival has been a gathering place for industry talent and film lovers alike for years. In addition to film screenings, the weekend includes seminars, guests speakers and various free events throughout Vail Village and Lionshead Village. When you come to Vail for the Film Festival, come to enjoy the magical mountains, excellent food, fresh air and some of the best creativity in the film industry. When searching for lodging, you should try and stay within walking distance to the screenings for convenience. Choose from various hotels and vacation rental condos by contacting "Gondola Resorts of Vail" at 303-420-9963, discount code "VailFilm". |
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Location: | 141 E. Meadow Drive Vail, CO |
Phone: | (970) 306-6843 Vail Film Festival Information |
Toll Free: | 888-295-2468 Vail Film Festival Lodging Discounts (promo code - vailfilm) |