Vail and Beaver Creek truly sparkle when the grass turns green, the aspen leaves open up and the mountain lakes thaw! Although Colorado is known for its epic ski resorts, summer is spectacular. Summertime is the perfect time for outdoor events, which we have in droves. Check out our top picks of events in Vail and Beaver Creek.
Celebrate the 4th of July in Vail with the annual tradition of Vail America Days. Enjoy the region's largest parade that starts at Golden Peak and makes its way to Lionshead. There is a lineup of family entertainment throughout the day all around the village, then the annual Fourth of July Patriotic Concert at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater featuring the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Then cap off the day with a spectacular fireworks show (conditions permitting).
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Soak up the refreshing mountain air with the Beaver Creek Independence Day Celebration. There will be live music, artist meet & greets, Stars, Stripes & Slides kid’s area, youth entertainment stage in the village, food trucks, fireworks, and hot air balloon glow.
Celebrating 36 years of creativity and collaboration, the Vail Dance Festival will bring together renowned and emerging dancers, musicians, composers, and choreographers for performances and numerous events throughout the Vail Valley.
Dance Theatre of Harlem, Limón Dance Company, Colorado Ballet, DanceAspen, and Cleo Parker Robinson Dance join individual artists from national and international companies for a season including 7 world premieres and 13 performances.
Amp Summer Concerts is a summer-long music series that brings big acts and a wide range of genres including rock, pop, country, bluegrass, comedy, and more to The Amp stage in Vail.
Hot Summer Nights is an annual free concert series hosted every Tuesday evening throughout the summer at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. Bring a picnic and enjoy the show from the lawn while taking in the beautiful Colorado air.
Amplify your summer and experience free live music at its purest high in the mountains on the Beaver Creek Village stage every Thursday from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm. Enjoy delicious food from Beaver Creek Village's best restaurants while picnicking out on the covered ice rink in the village.
