Mountain Events
2007-2008 Vail Mountain
November 2007
Nov. 21: Opening Day for Vail’s 45th season.
December 2007
Dec. 3-9: Vail Snow Daze: Kick off Vail's 45th season and celebrate the start of winter. On Dec. 6 Ziggy Marley will perform at the Dobson Arena, followed by Social Distortion on Dec. 7. Ludacris and The Roots take center stage Dec. 8 for an outdoor concert at Ford Park. Also don't miss the Dummy Gelunde Championships on Dec. 8, snowball eating contests, a fashion show, and 1,000 Snowflakes of Vail throughout the week. Visit vailsnowdaze.com for information.
Dec. 13: Game Creek Restaurant opens for the season.
Dec. 18: Adventure Ridge opens for the season.
Dec. 19: Street Beat Concert Series. The inaugural 2007-2008 Street Beat Series concert will start at 6pm at Checkpoint Charlie in Vail Village. This week will feature music from English ska legends The English Beat and a Volvo giveaway! For more information, visit www.streetbeatconcerts.com or call 970-949-1999.
Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Extravaganza. Celebrate the New Year in Vail with a torch ski down at Golden Peak, fireworks and a street party!
January 2008
Jan. 4 - 6: Burton Super Demo Tour: Start off the New Year with the opportunity to test out the newest riding gear! The Burton Super Demo Tour is coming to Vail this winter as part of its ten-stop interactive and entertaining demo extravaganza. The three-day event will include giveaways, interactive booths and tents from Burton and their several partners, and nighttime activities. Look out for more information at www.vail.com.
Jan. 16: Street Beat Concert Series. This week will feature music from Squirrel Nut Zippers. The concert will begin at 6 pm at Checkpoint Charlie in Vail Village. For more information, visit www.streetbeatconcerts.com or call 970-949-1999.
Jan. 19 - 25: National Safety Awareness Week. Vail Mountain will host a series of events during National Safety Awareness Week highlighting its commitment to slope safety for all guests and employees. New this year, Vail will focus on its “Play It Safe” campaign with heightened Vail Ski Patrol and Yellow Jacket presence on the slopes, posted reminders to our guests to take it easy and control their speed on all mountain terrain, and emphasized skier and rider courtesy on all mountain terrain. The “Play It Safe” campaign also advises guests that common sense and personal awareness on the slopes significantly reduce elements of risk in skiing and riding.
Safety Week will include a calendar of activities specially designed to raise guest awareness about various personal measures that can help protect everyone on the mountain. Activities at Vail will emphasize the seven points of Your Responsibility Code and skiers and riders are invited to participate in the many on and off-mountain events. The calendar of events includes: Vail Yellow Jacket Safety Fair, Hot Chocolate with Vail Ski Patrol, Vail Ski Patrol open house, a sweep with Vail Ski Patrol, Free Adult Ski Tips, Flight for Life Helicopter Viewing, Vail Slope Maintenance Snow Cat, Take Care of Your Body Presented by the Howard Head Sports Medicine Clinic, Vail Snowboard School Terrain Park Etiquette, High Angle Rescue Training viewing, and a Beacon Basin Challenge.
February 2008
Feb. 3-5: CarniVAIL. Head to Vail for the biggest Mardi Gras celebration in the mountains, sure to be irresistibly fun, vibrant sarcastic and sassy! Don't miss the merriment, the throws, the costumes, the Cajun/Creole cuisine, the street party and of course the parade on Fat Tuesday. Laissez les bons temps rouler! www.vailmardisgras.com.
Feb. 8-10: Honda Session. The world’s most progressive snowboard competition returns to Vail. This is your chance to see snowboarding’s elite as they tackle the most innovative competition venue anywhere. Add parties, concerts, demo village, pro clinics, fireworks and a huge payout for a snowboard event of epic proportions. www.sessionvail.com
Feb. 20: Street Beat Concert Series. This week will feature music from Stockholm Syndrome. The concert will begin at 6 pm at Checkpoint Charlie in Vail Village. For more information, visit www.streetbeatconcerts.com or call 970-949-1999.
March 2008
March 19: Street Beat Concert Series. This week will feature music from Young Dubliners. The concert will begin at 6 pm at Checkpoint Charlie in Vail Village. For more information, visit www.streetbeatconcerts.com or call 970-949-1999.
March 26-30: American Ski Classic. Skiing legends, entertainment celebrities and corporate America join together on the slopes of Vail Mountain during the Countrywide American Ski Classic. This event combines the thrill of both professional and amateur ski racing with an array of entertainment options for fans of all ages. In its 24th year, the American Ski Classic is the oldest and largest skiing competition and festival of its kind in North America. The event culminates with a charitable gala dinner and auction. www.vvf.org.
April 2008
April 2: Street Beat Concert Series. This week will feature music from John Pepper Project with DJ Logic. The concert will begin at 6 pm at Checkpoint Charlie in Vail Village. For more information, visit www.streetbeatconcerts.com or call 970-949-1999.
April 2-5: Taste of Vail. Immerse your senses in the flavors, aromas and sights of the 16th Annual Taste of Vail. Enjoy the best wines from over 50 of the country's most noted vintners. Sample the most exquisite fare of the Vail Valley's world class restaurants. Experience the dazzling spring snow, the non-stop excitement, the galleries, the shops and the incomparable views that makes this event an annual favorite. Visit www.tasteofvail.com.
April 3-6: Vail Film Festival. Presented by the Vail Film Institute, a non-profit arts organization dedicated to fostering independent cinema, the Film Festival strives to encourage artistic innovation and promote new and creative filmmaking. World premieres, independents, celebrities, forums and parties make this a must-be-at event for anyone interested in film. Visit www.vailfilmfestival.org.
April 7-13: Spring Back to Vail. Vail’s huge end of the season bash includes free concerts, unique competitions and the Bacardi World Pondskimming Championships hosted by special guest Johnny Moseley. On April 10, Gov't Mule will perform at the Dobson Arena, followed by Kottonmouth Kings on April 11. Ben Harper & the Innocent Criminals take center stage April 12 for an outdoor concert at Ford Park. Top off the festivities with incredible lift ticket deals and great lodging packages and you’ll see why everyone knows Vail is the place to be this spring. www.springbacktovail.com.
April 9: Street Beat Concert Series. The final concert of the 2007-2008 season will begin at 6 pm at Checkpoint Charlie in Vail Village. This week will feature music from Colbie Caillat and a Volvo giveaway! For more information, visit www.streetbeatconcerts.com or call 970-949-1999.
April TBD: Malay Day. In honor and loving memory of Vail Team Rider Josh Malay who passed away in February of 2004, this annual event comprises a Pipe, Jib and Jump Jam at the Golden Peak Terrain Park. All proceeds benefit the Josh Malay Memorial Fund with free food, music and prize giveaways throughout the day.
April 13: Vail Mountain closing day. Thanks for visiting!
***All events and dates are subject to change***
Updated January 2008
