An extensive calendar of events to help you plan your vacation. Find comprehensive information about upcoming concerts, festivals, activities, and family fun events coming to the Vail Valley.
Wilderness First Responder Recertification @ TBD Wilderness First Responder Recertification. Vail, Colorado Renew your Wilderness First Responder skills in this 2 day recertification course. Learn from Solo Wilderness Medicine and one of our professionally …Read More (970) 949-9111 | TBD Sun, November 18, 2012 | Time(s): 8am | Price: $290
Sunday Funday @ Montanas Sunday Funday features a different local artist every week. Stop by with your friends for performances from the most popular local artists. (970) 949-7019 | Montanas Sun, November 18, 2012 | Time(s): 9pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Open Mic Night @ Loaded Joe's Bring your friends and enjoy the local talent. Open Mic Night was voted the 'Best Open Mic Night' in the Vail Valley. With all of the local talent in the Vail Valley we want YOU to come and show …Read More (970) 748-1480 | Loaded Joe's Sun, November 18, 2012 | Time(s): 9pm to midnight | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Monday - November 19, 2012
Thanksgiving School's Out Day Camp @ Red Sandstone Elementary School Full days of fun activities for kids on school vacation Thanksgiving School's Out Camp November 19 to 21
Kids ages 5 to 12 with time off from school this week can enjoy fun activities every day with the …Read More (970) 479-2292 | Red Sandstone Elementary School Mon, November 19, 2012 | Time(s): 7:30am to 5:30pm | Price: $38/$48
Children's Art @ Vail Rec District Community Programming Room, Lionshead Welcome Center Awaken your child's imagination with at projects designed specifically for young children. A fun way for children to express themselves creatively. Materials and activities provided. (970) 479-2292 | Vail Rec District Community Programming Room, Lionshead Welcome Center Mon, November 19, 2012 | Time(s): 10am to noon | Price: $5 drop-in
Public Skating @ Dobson Ice Arena Open skating for all ages and levels of recreational skater. For the recreational skater, Dobson Ice Arena hosts open skating sessions for all ages and abilities. The arena also offers a wide array of hockey …Read More (970) 479-2271 | Dobson Ice Arena Mon, November 19, 2012 | Time(s): Noon to 1:30pm | Price: $2 (4 & under), $5 (ages five to 12), $6 (13 & older)
Centering Prayer @ Vail Interfaith Chapel A Christian form of meditation Meets each Monday night. If you are new to Centering Prayer, come at 5 p.m. for a brief instruction. Meets in Vail Ministry Center, directly behind …Read More (970) 390-9729 | Vail Interfaith Chapel Mon, November 19, 2012 | Time(s): 5pm to 6pm | Price: Free
Drop-In Indoor Basketball @ Red Sandstone Elementary School The Vail Recreation District offers indoor, open gym basketball for players of all skill levels each week. The cost is $3 per person. Participants who are under 18 years-old must have a responsible guardian sign a release waiver prior to play. This fun …Read More (970) 479-2280 | Red Sandstone Elementary School Mon, November 19, 2012 | Time(s): 6 to 9pm | Price: $3 per person
Drop-In Open Gym for Teens & Adults at Vail Gymnastics Center @ Vail Gymnastics Center Come in and enjoy using the equipment at Vail Gymnastics Center. Open gym offers athletes of all levels, ages 13 years and older, an opportunity to utilize the Gymnastics Center equipment including trampoline, …Read More (970) 479-2287 | Vail Gymnastics Center Mon, November 19, 2012 | Time(s): 8 to 9pm | Price: $10
Bingo Mondays @ Loaded Joe's B-I-N-G-O!!! A classic game with a Loaded Joe's twist - and it is always a good time. Tons of prizes and bar tabs to give away every Monday night. …Read More (970) 748-1480 | Loaded Joe's Mon, November 19, 2012 | Time(s): 9pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Tuesday - November 20, 2012
Thanksgiving School's Out Day Camp @ Red Sandstone Elementary School Full days of fun activities for kids on school vacation Thanksgiving School's Out Camp November 19 to 21
Kids ages 5 to 12 with time off from school this week can enjoy fun activities every day with the …Read More (970) 479-2292 | Red Sandstone Elementary School Tue, November 20, 2012 | Time(s): 7:30am to 5:30pm | Price: $38/$48
TRX Suspension Training @ Vail Rec District Community Programming Room, Lionshead Welcome Center Come in for a workout program that will guarantee results Classes are taught by Chad Young, who is certified as a TRX® Suspension trainer. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis and …Read More (970) 479-2292 | Vail Rec District Community Programming Room, Lionshead Welcome Center Tue, November 20, 2012 | Time(s): 8 to 9am | Price: $12 drop-in
Vail Baby Story Time @ Vail Public Library Fun activities for infants. Baby story time is filled with songs, movement exercises, rhythm and rhyme. This is very interactive and age-appropriate for children.
(970) 479-2179 | Vail Public Library Tue, November 20, 2012 | Time(s): 10 to 11am | Price: Free
Vail Preschool Story Time: Thanksgiving @ Vail Public Library Fun activities for infants. Enjoyed by locals and visitors alike, children and caregivers join Cricket as she leads listeners in rhymes, songs, stories and more. Each story time …Read More (970) 479-2179 | Vail Public Library Tue, November 20, 2012 | Time(s): 11am to noon | Price: Free
Gypsum Lap Sit Story Time @ Gypsum Library Activity time for babies and parents Short stories, fingerplays, rhymes and activities for babies 24 months and younger. (970) 524-5080 | Gypsum Library Tue, November 20, 2012 | Time(s): 11am | Price: Free
Avon Pre School Story Time @ Avon Library A weekly program for children 3 to 5 years old with books, songs and a craft. An interactive program at Avon Library that's fun for parents and children. (970) 949-6797 | Avon Library Tue, November 20, 2012 | Time(s): 11am | Price: Free
Tour Vail Village @ Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum & Hall of Fame Historic Vail Village walking tour with an expert guide. Vail locals and tourists alike learn the history of Vail Village's past and present landmarks and stories about its first generation of residents. (970) 476-1876 | Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum & Hall of Fame Tue, November 20, 2012 | Time(s): 2 to 3 pm | Price: Donations appreciated.
Trivia Tuesday @ Loaded Joe's A guaranteed good time with interesting trivia and great drink specials. TRIVIA TUESDAY!!! This is the place for you and your friends to be every Tuesday night.
Trivia at Loaded Joe's in Avon is the longest running and …Read More (970) 748-1480 | Loaded Joe's Tue, November 20, 2012 | Time(s): 8pm to midnight | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Wednesday - November 21, 2012
Thanksgiving School's Out Day Camp @ Red Sandstone Elementary School Full days of fun activities for kids on school vacation Thanksgiving School's Out Camp November 19 to 21
Kids ages 5 to 12 with time off from school this week can enjoy fun activities every day with the …Read More (970) 479-2292 | Red Sandstone Elementary School Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 7:30am to 5:30pm | Price: $38/$48
Vacation Art Camp (kids 3 to 12) @ Alpine Arts Center The perfect way to keep kids busy and entertained on vacation You've discovered the perfect way for kids to get creative on school vacation! We'll provide tons of art materials and helpful instructors to guide …Read More (970) 926-2732 | Alpine Arts Center Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 9am to noon morning session, 1 to 4pm afternoon session | Price: $40 for single day, $120 for 4 day session
Beaver Creek OPENING DAY @ Beaver Creek Mountain You've been waiting all year to strap on your goggles... Time to hit the slopes again at Beaver Creek's Opening Day. (800) 226-0355 | Beaver Creek Mountain Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 9am to 4pm | Price: Various
Vail Toddler Story Time: Thanksgiving @ Vail Public Library Stories and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Toddler story hours contain songs, finger plays, art activities with sensory experiences and, of course, books. (970) 479-2179 | Vail Public Library Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 10 to 11 am | Price: Free
Story Time Skate with Vail Library @ Vail Library & Dobson Arena A fun way to engage your child's mind and body. Enjoy story time at the library and skating at Dobson either before or afterwards. For toddlers through preschoolers on Wednesdays.
Toddlers: 10am …Read More (970) 479-2271 | Vail Library & Dobson Arena Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 10am | Price: $10 per child (includes skate rental)
Vail Preschool Story Time: Thanksgiving @ Vail Public Library Story time for children 3 to 6 years old. Stories and fun activities for preschool age children and their caregivers. (970) 479-2179 | Vail Public Library Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 11 am to noon | Price: Free
Paint Your Own Pottery @ Vail Rec District Community Programming Room, Lionshead Welcome Center A delightful way to spend a rainy afternoon - let out your creativity. Make your own pottery and paint it however you like. Create gifts and souvenirs from your time in Vail. (970) 479-2292 | Vail Rec District Community Programming Room, Lionshead Welcome Center Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): Noon to 2pm | Price: Materials fee (depends on pottery project)
Public Skating @ Dobson Ice Arena Open skating for all ages and levels of recreational skater. For the recreational skater, Dobson Ice Arena hosts open skating sessions for all ages and abilities. The arena also offers a wide array of hockey …Read More (970) 479-2271 | Dobson Ice Arena Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): Noon to 1:30pm | Price: $2 (4 & under), $5 (ages five to 12), $6 (13 & older)
World's Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition @ Beaver Creek Plaza Come out and test the top cookies and vote for Beaver Creek's official chocolate chip recipe. Celebrate opening day at Beaver Creek and round out the day before Thanksgiving by munching on warm chocolate chip cookies! The ninth annual Beaver …Read More (802) 260-0355 | Beaver Creek Plaza Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): Noon to 6pm | Price: Free
Cocktails & Canvas @ Alpine Arts Center Enjoy a social and creative evening with art instruction and cocktails. Want a fun and creative night out in the company of friends? Our Cocktails and Canvas classes are the perfect way to enjoy a social evening of …Read More (970) 926-2732 | Alpine Arts Center Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 6:30pm | Price: $40
Tony Gulizia Performs @ Grouse Mountain Grill Tony Gulizia plays piano and sings your jazz favorites. (970) 949-0600 | Grouse Mountain Grill Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 6:30 to 10:30pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Community Jam Session @ Minturn Music Free community event led by experienced musicians. Bring your instrument of choice; all levels welcome. (970) 949-7976 | Minturn Music Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 7 to 8pm | Price: Free
Whiskey Grass Wednesday @ Route 6 Cafe Route 6 Cafe & Lounge offers live bluegrass and drink specials. (970) 949-6393 | Route 6 Cafe Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 8pm to midnight | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Karaoke with the Sandman @ Montanas Bring your friends for a night of whooping it up with the Sandman. Food and drink specials and karaoke all night long. (970) 949-7019 | Montanas Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 9pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Free Game Night @ Loaded Joe's Free games plus drink specials make this a great evening hangout. Shuffle Board, pool, beer pong, board games - and all for FREE!!!
Game night at Loaded Joe's is the opportunity to play on our New Pool Table and …Read More (970) 748-1480 | Loaded Joe's Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 9pm to midnight | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Live Music on the Tailgate @ Bearfish Bar & Grill Featuring Texas Brandon and Junkyard Jason, playing country-blues inspired americana. (970) 476-7596 | Bearfish Bar & Grill Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 9:30pm to 1:30am | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Hardscrabble @ Main Street Grill Local bluegrass band performs at Main Street Grill (970) 926-2729 | Main Street Grill Wed, November 21, 2012 | Time(s): 10pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Thursday - November 22, 2012
Avon Baby Story Time @ Avon Library This is a specially designed weekly program for babies, newborn to 24 months & their caregivers. The program features nursery rhymes, songs, lap games and a few simple books. (970) 949-6797 | Avon Library Thu, November 22, 2012 | Time(s): 10 to 10:30am | Price: Free
Avon Toddler Story Time @ Avon Library Reading and play activities designed just for 2- to 3-year-olds This weekly program shares the simplest of books just right for 2- to 3-year-olds, as well as finger plays, songs and get-up-and-move activities. …Read More (970) 949-6797 | Avon Library Thu, November 22, 2012 | Time(s): 11:30am to 3pm | Price: Free
Thanksgiving Night Open Mic @ Route 6 Cafe Turkey dinner and live entertainment. (970) 949-6393 | Route 6 Cafe Thu, November 22, 2012 | Time(s): 5pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Vail Chess Club @ Vail Public Library A place for chess enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels to meet and play. (970) 331-2408 | Vail Public Library Thu, November 22, 2012 | Time(s): 6 to 8pm
Tony Gulizia Performs @ Grouse Mountain Grill Tony Gulizia plays piano and sings your jazz favorites. (970) 949-0600 | Grouse Mountain Grill Thu, November 22, 2012 | Time(s): 6:30 to 10:30pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Reggae with Dj Weez @ Loaded Joe's Dk Weez and Black Lion provide the music, Loaded Joe's provides the awesome drink specials. Thursday is REGGAE night and once again, Loaded Joe's is the place to be. Join DJ Weez and the Black Lion bring a different beat to the valley while …Read More (970) 748-1480 | Loaded Joe's Thu, November 22, 2012 | Time(s): 8pm to midnight | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Thirsty Thursdays with Dj I-Pad @ Samana Lounge Samana has become Vail’s premier club for the most upbeat and fresh music scene by continually seeking out new talent not only globally but locally as well. (970) 476-3433 | Samana Lounge Thu, November 22, 2012 | Time(s): 9pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Thirsty Thursday with Dj Droid @ Montanas Dj Droid spins your favorite tunes and drink specials keep the night lively. (970) 949-7019 | Montanas Thu, November 22, 2012 | Time(s): 9:30pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
The Laughing Bones at Woody's @ Woody's Americana jam band plays originals, contemporary and classic songs. (970) 331-6449 | Woody's Thu, November 22, 2012 | Time(s): 9:30pm to 12:30am | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Friday - November 23, 2012
Vacation Art Camp (kids 3 to 12) @ Alpine Arts Center The perfect way to keep kids busy and entertained on vacation You've discovered the perfect way for kids to get creative on school vacation! We'll provide tons of art materials and helpful instructors to guide …Read More (970) 926-2732 | Alpine Arts Center Fri, November 23, 2012 | Time(s): 9am to noon morning session, 1 to 4pm afternoon session | Price: $40 for single day, $120 for 4 day session
Family Naturalist Club @ Walking Mountains Science Center Family Naturalist Club Develop naturalist skills as you explore the outdoor features of the Science Center. Each meeting focuses on a specific skill such as animal tracks …Read More (970) 827-9725 | Walking Mountains Science Center Fri, November 23, 2012 | Time(s): 10am to 12noon | Price: $10 child/adult pair; $5 add'l chiild
Public Skating @ Dobson Ice Arena Open skating for all ages and levels of recreational skater. For the recreational skater, Dobson Ice Arena hosts open skating sessions for all ages and abilities. The arena also offers a wide array of hockey …Read More (970) 479-2271 | Dobson Ice Arena Fri, November 23, 2012 | Time(s): Noon to 1:30pm | Price: $2 (4 & under), $5 (ages five to 12), $6 (13 & older)
Tour Vail Village @ Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum & Hall of Fame Historic Vail Village walking tour with an expert guide. Vail locals and tourists alike learn the history of Vail Village's past and present landmarks and stories about its first generation of residents. (970) 476-1876 | Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum & Hall of Fame Fri, November 23, 2012 | Time(s): 2 to 3 pm | Price: Donations appreciated.
Nature Walk @ Walking Mountains Science Center A gentle educational hike for all ages and interests. Join a Walking Mountains Naturalist for a gentle educational hike through aspen and riparian communities. Learn about the ecoogy and animal …Read More (970) 827-9725 | Walking Mountains Science Center Fri, November 23, 2012 | Time(s): 2pm | Price: Free
Gingerbread Competition, 32nd Annual Tree Lighting & Free Family Film @ Black Family Ice Rink Get in the holiday spirit with festive activities for the whole family. Get in the holiday spirit and bring the whole family out to enjoy carolers, the winner of the children’s poetry contest, fireworks, and a visit …Read More (800) 226-0355 | Black Family Ice Rink Fri, November 23, 2012 | Time(s): 5pm | Price: Free
Tony Gulizia Performs @ Grouse Mountain Grill Tony Gulizia plays piano and sings your jazz favorites. (970) 949-0600 | Grouse Mountain Grill Fri, November 23, 2012 | Time(s): 6:30 to 10:30pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Teen Painting Night: Swirly Trees @ Alpine Arts Center A social evening of painting just for teens Join us for Teen Painting Night, which is a social evening of painting just for teenagers! An instructor will guide you through a step by step …Read More (970) 926-2732 | Alpine Arts Center Fri, November 23, 2012 | Time(s): 6:30pm | Price: $35
Karaoke with Sandman @ Loaded Joe's Your chance to shine in front of the mic. Karaoke is better than ever on Friday nights with Sandman as the host. Choose from tons of songs and sing your heart out on the Loaded Joe's stage in …Read More (970) 748-1480 | Loaded Joe's Fri, November 23, 2012 | Time(s): 9pm to midnight | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Live Music on the Tailgate @ Bearfish Bar & Grill Featuring Texas Brandon and Junkyard Jason, playing country-blues inspired americana. (970) 476-7596 | Bearfish Bar & Grill Fri, November 23, 2012 | Time(s): 9:30pm to 1:30am | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Saturday - November 24, 2012
Kevin Danzig Performs @ The King's Club at the Sonnenalp National touring troubadour will perform a variety of folk-rock classics and his own compositions. (970) 479-5464 | The King's Club at the Sonnenalp Sat, November 24, 2012 | Time(s): 8am to 11pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Nature Walk @ Walking Mountains Science Center A gentle educational hike for all ages and interests. Join a Walking Mountains Naturalist for a gentle educational hike through aspen and riparian communities. Learn about the ecoogy and animal …Read More (970) 827-9725 | Walking Mountains Science Center Sat, November 24, 2012 | Time(s): 2pm | Price: Free
Warren Miller's Flow State @ Vilar Performing Arts Center Warren Miller never disappoints, and his 2012 film will be no exception. (970) 845-TIXS | Vilar Performing Arts Center Sat, November 24, 2012 | Time(s): 6 and 9pm | Price: TBD
Cocktails & Canvas @ Alpine Arts Center Enjoy a social and creative evening with art instruction and cocktails. Want a fun and creative night out in the company of friends? Our Cocktails and Canvas classes are the perfect way to enjoy a social evening of …Read More (970) 926-2732 | Alpine Arts Center Sat, November 24, 2012 | Time(s): 6:30pm | Price: $40
Tony Gulizia Performs @ Grouse Mountain Grill Tony Gulizia plays piano and sings your jazz favorites. (970) 949-0600 | Grouse Mountain Grill Sat, November 24, 2012 | Time(s): 6:30 to 10:30pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Dj Jah Stone @ Loaded Joe's The best hip hop, mash ups, and electro remix's in town. DJ Jahstone is taking over Saturday nights!!! Come hear the best hip hop, mash ups, and electro remix's in town. $3 shots all night long...good …Read More (970) 748-1480 | Loaded Joe's Sat, November 24, 2012 | Time(s): 8:30pm to midnight | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Saturday Night Dance Party @ Montanas Live djs keep the dance floor hopping all night long. Great dance music and drink specials every week. (970) 949-7019 | Montanas Sat, November 24, 2012 | Time(s): 10pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Sunday - November 25, 2012
Kevin Danzig Performs @ The King's Club at the Sonnenalp National touring troubadour will perform a variety of folk-rock classics and his own compositions. (970) 479-5464 | The King's Club at the Sonnenalp Sun, November 25, 2012 | Time(s): 8am to 11pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Nature Walk @ Walking Mountains Science Center A gentle educational hike for all ages and interests. Join a Walking Mountains Naturalist for a gentle educational hike through aspen and riparian communities. Learn about the ecoogy and animal …Read More (970) 827-9725 | Walking Mountains Science Center Sun, November 25, 2012 | Time(s): 2pm | Price: Free
Tony Gulizia Performs @ Grouse Mountain Grill Tony Gulizia plays piano and sings your jazz favorites. (970) 949-0600 | Grouse Mountain Grill Sun, November 25, 2012 | Time(s): 6:30 to 10:30pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Sunday Funday @ Montanas Sunday Funday features a different local artist every week. Stop by with your friends for performances from the most popular local artists. (970) 949-7019 | Montanas Sun, November 25, 2012 | Time(s): 9pm | Price: Food & drink costs apply
Open Mic Night @ Loaded Joe's Bring your friends and enjoy the local talent. Open Mic Night was voted the 'Best Open Mic Night' in the Vail Valley. With all of the local talent in the Vail Valley we want YOU to come and show …Read More (970) 748-1480 | Loaded Joe's Sun, November 25, 2012 | Time(s): 9pm to midnight | Price: Food & drink costs apply
