Posted on 24 Feb 2025

From Cruisers to Cocktails: Best Après Spots in Breckenridge

Kicking back in your ski boots and lounging slopeside for après ski is one of life's greatest pleasures, especially at the end of sun-soaked day of Spring skiing.

Après typically involves raising a glass and toasting to the vertical you skied that day, the depth of the powder, or simply celebrating what fun you had with friends and family.

Whether your taste is champagne and caviar, a cold craft beer with loaded nachos, or wine and charcuterie, anything goes. But what really elevates what some might say is just “happy hour” is where and how you après. Here are some of the liveliest spots in Breckenridge.



A locals favorite slopeside at the base of Peak 8.

This on-mountain hot spot on Peak 8 has been named one of the best apres-ski bars in North America.

Not just a great après location, it’s also an award-winning ski shop! Grab a seat on the streetside patio or in the backyard beer garden.

If whiskey is more your speed, visit the world’s highest distillery with tasting flights and and an après food menu. They even established their own National Après Day on March 31.

The downtown taproom is directly across from the base of Peak 9 and is dog friendly, family friendly and boasts sixteen taps of locally brews.

Sit on the back deck facing the ski resort. It has a great beer selection and even better views!


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