Outdoor Events

Vail Mountain Winter Uphill Race

Feb 8 2026 - 7:00am
The annual Vail Mountain Winter Uphill Race returns on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, as skiers, snowboarders, and winter runners tackle 2,200 vertical feet of groomed trails to reach Eagle's Nest at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola in Lionshead. This event is ideal for...Read more
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Vail Winterfest

Jan 27 2026 - 8:00am to Feb 24 2026 - 10:00pm
Art in Public Places is excited to present the 19th Annual Vail Winterfest, opening late January 2026 at the Gore Creek Promenade near the International Bridge in Vail Village. This extraordinary showcase will be on display until the ice melts! Marvel at over 25,000 pounds...Read more
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Vail Legacy Weekend

Feb 28 2026 - 8:00am to Mar 1 2026 - 8:00am
Celebrate the Legacy of Vail in town and on the mountain during February 24 - February 25, 2024. The celebration includes the Mountain Parade, Anniversary of Riva Ridge Ski Down, and more. Offical Schedule coming soonRead more
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Shamrock Shuffle Snowshoe Race

Mar 15 2026 - 10:00am
The eight annual Vail Recreation District Krueger Family Shamrock Shuffle 5K and 10K races and the kids' 1K fun run will celebrate all things green in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day! Taking place on the Vail Nordic Center trails, the event includes two race...Read more
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Dine with the Dogs at Henry's Hut

Jan 18 2026 - 10:30am to Mar 29 2026 - 11:30am
Meet the avalanche dogs with the Vail Ski Patrol team on Sunday's at Henry's Hut! Learn about these incredibly skilled dogs who work to keep the mountain safe. Head to Henry's Hunt between 10:30 am to 11:30 am every Sunday!Read more
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Aprés at The Amp

Apr 10 2026 - 5:30pm to Apr 11 2026 - 10:00pm
Join us for the 4th Annual Aprés at the Amp this April! Indulge in this fantastic outdoor winter concert weekend showcasing stellar lineups. Purchase tickets for one day or both days. Don't miss out on this Party in the Valley! Event Details: When: April 10...Read more
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Vail Whitewater Race Series

May 5 2026 - 4:30pm to Jun 2 2026 - 6:00pm
The Vail Recreation District partners with the Eagle River Water & Sanitation District, Discover Vail and Alpine Quest Sports to host the annual Vail Whitewater Race Series. The races will be divided between three categories, including kayak (under 9'6"), stand-up paddleboard (SUP) (under 11') and...Read more
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GoPro Mountain Games at Vail

Jun 4 2026 - 8:00am to Jun 7 2026 - 8:00pm
The GoPro Mountain Games in Vail, Colorado is a four-day action-packed event to get you out and moving around the village. There are demos and competitions for a huge variety of activities like mountain biking, rafting, SUPing, photography, disc golf, kayaking, slacklining, fishing, climbing, running,...Read more
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