Newsletter for Weekend of December 13-15, 2024
Welcome to another edition of the Rocky Mountain Roundup! We’re here to help you plan your weekend with the best events and activities in the area, from festive gatherings to outdoor adventures. If you’re looking to make the Rocky Mountains your forever home, don’t hesitate to reach out for any real estate needs.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend and happy holidays!
Brenda Kellen
The Weekend Explorer’s Guide
- A Christmas Carol at Theatre SilCo – (All Weekend) Patrick Barlow, renowned for the Broadway and West End sensation “The 39 Steps,” offers a fresh take on Charles Dickens’ cherished holiday tale.
- Vail Kris Kringle Market – (All Weekend) The Vail Kris Kringle Market creates a festive and magical holiday season in an iconic setting. Enjoy shopping on the streets of Vail with unique Holiday made items for your friends and family.
- Ullr Fest – (All Weekend) Breckenridge invites locals and visitors of all ages to praise Ullr for a powder-filled ski season. See website for full schedule!
- Silent Disco – (Friday, December 13) Dance and enjoy music to the beat of your own drum as part of Vail Après! In these outdoor silent disco experiences, switch between different genres/songs when you want and enjoy a beautiful Vail in the winter.
- Kids Night Out at the Museum – (Friday, December 13) Head to the Mountain Top Explorium for a special late-hours Kid’s Night Out. See website for details.
- Live Music at the PAD – (Friday, December 13) Don’t miss Sloan and the Dirty Boys perform as you relax at the A-BAR.
- Tiësto Live Performance – (Friday, December 13) For the first time ever, the Stifel Birds of Prey festivities are coming to Vail! Buy your tickets by clicking the link.
- Winter Carnival at Summit County North Branch Library – (Saturday, December 14) All ages event celebrating the winter season and all the holiday fun that comes with it. Meet Santa for a photo by the fire, play mini golf, enjoy s’mores, crafts and so much more!
- Goods in the Woods Holiday Market – (Saturday, December 14) Kick off your holiday festivities with a day of crafts in the mountains! Goods in the Woods Holiday Market & Elf on the Shelf Craftacular! Head to the website for a full list of activities.
- Free Ice Skating Shows at Vail Après – (Saturday, December 14) Enjoy a free, 15 minute outdoor exhibition of Elite Skating. See these shows through January 4!
- Vail Ugly Sweater Fun Run – (Sunday, December 15) grab your ugliest holiday sweater and join the Vail Recreation District for a fun-filled morning run through Vail Village while collecting donations for the The Community Market and a local toy drive
Midweek Moments
- Storytime at the Summit County Library – (Monday-Thursday) Have you been to storytime at the library? Check out the website for details about each day’s storytime.
- Trivia Night – (Monday, December 16) Have no fear, all those random facts you remember are not useless! Come join us for an evening of brain teasing, beer, and prizes!
- Family Gym Time – (Every Day) Enjoy all-day indoor playtime on giant inflatables. Admission includes the indoor playground.
- A Christmas Carol at Theatre SilCo – (Tuesday-Friday) Patrick Barlow, renowned for the Broadway and West End sensation “The 39 Steps,” offers a fresh take on Charles Dickens’ cherished holiday tale, A Christmas Carol.
- Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And then some!) – (Wednesday and Thursday) Check out this creative and hilarious take on Holiday Theatre! The show opens on Friday, December 13, but previews begin on Wednesday. See website for more details.
- Après Ski Movie Screening – (Wednesday, December 18) Start your après at the Express Lift Bar with drink specials and ski movies.
- Karaoke Night – (Thursday, December 19) Looking for that opportunity to showcase your singing talents? Take the stage at Steep Brewing & Coffee Co. in Keystone.
Where can you go for Christmas Lights in the Central Rockies? We’ve got you covered.
- Aspen – Winter on the Mountain Kick-off Party at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park (November 15-January 4)
- Christmas In Color at Red Rocks Amphitheatre (November 29 to January 4)
- Denver Botanical Gardens – Blossoms of Light (November 20 – January 12)
- Denver Zoo – Zoo Lights (November 23–January 5)
- Vail – 10th Mountain Legacy Parade (Friday, December 27)
Looking to the Future
- 10th Mountain Legacy Parade (December 27)
- Torchlight Parade & Fireworks | New Year’s Eve (December 31)