Summit County Events Calendar
We created this calendar to keep you up to date on the latest happenings around Summit County, CO. If you’re considering spending more time in the mountains, reach out! The BuyBreck Team is here to help with all your real estate needs.
NBS Summit | Keystone
Keystone Resort will host the 2026 National Brotherhood of Snowsports Annual Summit, a week-long celebration of winter sports, community, and inclusion. The event supports NBS’s mission to expand access to winter sports and empower athletes of color to compete on a global stage.
Pints with Patrol | Keystone
Pints With Patrol is an informative evening at Warren Station hosted by the Keystone Ski Patrol, focused on avalanche awareness and backcountry safety. Learn about current snowpack conditions, avalanche risks, and mountain safety during a live presentation and Q&A with the experts, plus enjoy raffles and giveaways in a fun après-ski setting.
Rocky Mountain Country Fest | Keystone
Rocky Mountain Country Fest brings live country music to Warren Station in Keystone with high-energy performances from Tyler Richton & The High Bank Boys and headliner Wynn Williams. Enjoy an unforgettable night of country tunes, two-step dancing lessons, VIP whiskey tasting, custom hat fittings, and a lively atmosphere perfect for fans of good music and good times in the mountains.
Pride Weekend | Keystone
Pride Weekend at Keystone Resort celebrates visibility, diversity, and inclusion with a fun and welcoming weekend on the slopes for the queer community and allies. Join fellow skiers and riders for three days of mountain adventures, connection, and pride, with events and activities designed to bring everyone together in an inclusive alpine setting.
Sashay on the Slopes | Keystone
Sashay On The Slopes is an 18+ drag show happening Friday, March 27th at Warren Station in River Run Village. This high-energy Summit County event features talented drag performers, live entertainment, and a post-show dance party, all in support of queer programming in Summit County, Colorado. Doors open at 7:30 PM, the show begins at 8 PM, and tickets are $25 for an unforgettable night of glamour, comedy, and mountain-town celebration.
Bacon & Bourbon Festival | Keystone
The Bacon & Bourbon Festival is a weekend-long summer celebration in Keystone’s River Run Village filled with all things bacon and bourbon. Enjoy a tasty lineup of bacon-inspired dishes, sample bourbon and spirits, take in live music, and explore family-friendly activities like Camp Bacon for all ages. This festival is a delicious kickoff to the summer season in the mountains of Colorado.
Wine & Jazz Festival | Keystone
The Keystone Wine & Jazz Festival returns to River Run Village for a summer weekend of wine tasting, live jazz music, and delicious food in the mountains of Keystone, Colorado. Sip a variety of wines, stroll the village to the sounds of talented jazz musicians, and enjoy a vibrant festival atmosphere perfect for food and music lovers alike.
Keystone River Run Art Festival
The River Run Village Art Festival is a three-day summer celebration of creativity in Keystone’s River Run Village. Enjoy browsing and shopping original works from over 80 juried artists, including paintings, sculptures, jewelry, glass, ceramics, and more, all set against a scenic mountain backdrop. This free festival offers a vibrant outdoor gallery experience perfect for art lovers and mountain visitors alike.
Keystone Bluegrass & Beer Festival
The Keystone Bluegrass & Beer Festival is a lively summer weekend in River Run Village celebrating craft beer and live music. Enjoy performances by talented bluegrass bands on multiple stages, sample craft beers from dozens of breweries, and savor delicious food vendors in a relaxed mountain-festival atmosphere. It’s one of Colorado’s longest-running beer festivals and a must-visit summer event in Keystone.
Women in Powder | Keystone
Join Keystone Resort for Women’s Weekend, a fun-filled mountain experience featuring clinics for all ability levels, first tracks, après gatherings, and special events like Comedy Night and Canvas Uncorked. Whether you’re new to skiing or a seasoned rider, this empowering weekend brings women together to learn, laugh, and adventure on the slopes.
Winter Comedy Series with Blair Socci
Laugh the night away during Keystone’s Winter Comedy Series, a lineup of live comedy shows at Keystone Resort that keeps the fun going after a day on the slopes. These performances offer the perfect mix of winter entertainment and local mountain vibes.
Keystone Mardi Gras & Gumbo Cook-Off
Join the Keystone Mardi Gras Party & Gumbo Cook-Off at Warren Station for a lively Colorado twist on Mardi Gras with gumbo tasting, live music, a second line parade, costumes, and family-friendly activities.
Winter Wine Weekend: Alpine Aprés | Keystone
Join us for Alpine Après at Warren Station, where the fun continues after the lifts close with wine and bourbon tastings, charcuterie, on-site ski waxing, and live après music in the heart of Keystone.
Backcountry Film Festival | Keystone
The 21st Annual Backcountry Film Festival at Warren Station Center for the Arts celebrates the spirit of human-powered winter adventure through a curated selection of inspiring films that connect audiences to wild places, community, and the thrill of backcountry exploration. Hosted in partnership with Winter Wildlands Alliance, this lively evening features compelling human-powered winter stories, a special presentation by the Keystone Ski Patrol, giveaways, and all proceeds support efforts to protect America’s wild snowscapes.
Keystone Military Winter Games
Compete, spectate, or cheer on athletes at the Keystone Military Winter Games, a unique Colorado winter event that combines fitness testing standards with a fun, community atmosphere at Keystone Resort. This event brings together competitors of all abilities for a weekend of strength, endurance, and camaraderie in a stunning mountain setting.
Jewelry at the Station | Keystone
Create one-of-a-kind jewelry during a guided DIY workshop at Warren Station in Keystone’s River Run Village. Whether you’re adding to your collection or making a special gift, this event offers a fun, creative afternoon for ages 12 and up.
Keystone's Winter Bluegrass Weekend
Keystone’s Winter Bluegrass Weekend at Warren Station is a two-night celebration of live bluegrass music set against the snowy mountain backdrop of Keystone Resort, featuring high-energy performances from regional and touring bands, drink specials, and great vibes January 30–31, 2026
International Snow Sculpture Championships 2026
Experience the international snow sculpting spectacle in downtown Breckenridge from January 24-February 3, 2026 as teams hand-carve 25-ton blocks into stunning works of art using only hand tools, then stroll the Riverwalk Center’s outdoor gallery day or night with free public viewing and illuminated nights.
New Year's Eve Fireworks | Breckenridge
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Breckenridge with a spectacular fireworks show launched from the base of Peak 9. The display begins around 9:30pm on December 31 and lights up the mountain skies for approximately 15 minutes. Prime viewing spots include Blue River Plaza, Main Street Station, the base areas of Peaks 7–9, and scenic overlooks like Boreas Pass and Baldy Road.
New Years Eve Fireworks & Torchlight Parade | Keystone
Ring in the new year at Keystone Resort’s spectacular evening celebration! From night skiing before sunset, to the glowing torchlight parade down Dercum Mountain, the night culminates in a breathtaking fireworks show over River Run Village, starting at around 7 p.m. Join the fun, bring the family, and welcome 2026 in alpine style.
Torchlight Parade | Breckenridge
The annual Torchlight Parade on Breckenridge Mountain is a beloved New Year’s Eve tradition on Peak 9. At 6pm, ski and snowboard instructors descend more than 1,000 vertical feet holding glowing red torches, creating a dazzling Christmas tree of lights on the mountain. Prior to the main event, kids who can ski or ride a green run are invited to join the festive Glow Worm Parade.
Snow Fort After Dark | Keystone
Experience a high-energy après-ski evening at the resort’s legendary mountaintop snow fort. On select nights, ascend to the iconic “fort” for live music, DJ sets, immersive lighting and scenic winter views—making it an unforgettable night out in the mountains.
BOEC 50th Anniversary Celebration | Keystone
Celebrate five decades of inclusive mountain experiences! Join us December 20, 2025 for the 50th anniversary of the Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC) at Keystone Resort. Enjoy adaptive ski demonstrations, gear exhibitions, and interactive activities that highlight how BOEC and Keystone are working together to make snow sports accessible for all abilities.
Rockstar Energy Open
The Rockstar Energy Open is a high-energy, three-day snowboarding festival at Breckenridge Ski Resort from December 19–21, 2025. Free and open to the public, the event brings together elite and emerging snowboarders to compete on a unique rider-designed course, alongside live music, art installations, and an interactive fan village set against Breck’s iconic mountain backdrop. Part of the celebration of snow culture during Ullr Fest, the Open also features global livestream coverage and optional VIP experiences.
Breckenridge Ullr Fest 2025
Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Breckenridge on December 6, 2025 with a festive Dog Parade, Moose March for kids, the spirited Race of the Santas down Main Street, and a magical evening where Santa flips the switch to illuminate the town with over 11 miles of lights and 250,000 LEDs.
Toyota US Grand Prix Snowboard // Freeski
The Toyota U.S. Grand Prix Snowboard // Freeski returns to Copper Mountain December 17–20, bringing the world’s top snowboarders and freeskiers to the first North American halfpipe event of the season. Athletes will debut their latest tricks in Copper’s iconic 22-foot Superpipe in Center Village. The event is free to spectate and features a lively vendor village throughout finals weekend.
Goods in the Woods | Keystone
Join us Saturday, December 13 from 1 pm – 5 pm at Warren Station Center for the Arts in River Run Village, Keystone Resort for a free, mountain-style holiday marketplace. Stroll through the woods and village plaza to shop locally-crafted gifts from Summit County artisans, enjoy live music, and sip seasonal drinks. A festive way to kick off the holidays.
Lighting of Breckenridge & Race of the Santas 2025
Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Breckenridge on December 6, 2025 with a festive Dog Parade, Moose March for kids, the spirited Race of the Santas down Main Street, and a magical evening where Santa flips the switch to illuminate the town with over 11 miles of lights and 250,000 LEDs.
Winter Carnival & The Lighting of River Run | Keystone
Get ready for a festive, family-friendly kickoff to the winter season at River Run Village in Keystone Resort! On Saturday, November 29th, enjoy live music, a free photo booth, face painting, crafts, hot cocoa and cookies, Santa appearances, and seasonal caroling led by the Summit Choral Society. The highlight of the celebration is the tree lighting at 5:15 PM, turning the village into a winter wonderland. This event is free and open to all—all are welcome to join in the fun.
Wassail Days
Join us Saturday, November 29 through Sunday, December 7 for a festive celebration of winter and the holidays on Main Street in Frisco. Over 50 local businesses serve their own secret-recipe hot spiced cider (“wassail”) — collect samples at 12 stops, fill out your “12 Sips of Wassail” card, and redeem it for a commemorative mug. The week also features tree-lighting + fireworks, Santa visits, holiday shopping with free gift-wrapping and more.
12th Annual Frisco Turkey Day 5k
Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with the 12th Annual Frisco Turkey Day 5K on Thursday, November 27, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. The fun run/walk starts and finishes at the Old Frisco Community Center (110 S 3rd Ave) and uses the Summit County Recreation Path and Town of Frisco side streets. Dogs (on leash) and strollers are welcome—please note the course may be snowy. Participants are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations benefiting the Family & Intercultural Resource Center of Summit County; proceeds also support the local school’s S.T.E.M. program. Bring your family and friends for a festive, healthy start to the day!
Trick-or-Treat on Main Street | Frisco
Join us Friday, October 31 from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm for a spook-tacular evening on Frisco Main Street (from Madison Avenue to 7th Avenue). The road will be closed to vehicles from approximately 3:00 pm-8:00 pm to make way for safe trick-or-treating. Kids (and grown-ups!) in costumes are invited to stroll the street and visit participating businesses handing out candy. Meanwhile, the Frisco Historic Park joins in with free trackless train rides every 15 minutes from 5:15 pm-6:45 pm. Don’t miss the Halloween Dog Parade hosted by the Summit County Animal Shelter at 5:00 pm (dogs welcome in costume, on-leash).
Día de Muertos 2025
Join us October 17–18, 2025 for Día de Muertos in Breckenridge, a vibrant, family-friendly festival featuring colorful art installations, a community ofrenda, face painting, workshops, live music, dance, and a candlelight vigil under artistic direction by Cal Durán.
Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival
Raise a glass at the Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival, October 3–5, 2025. Reconnect with friends and meet creative distillers through a weekend of handcrafted spirit tastings, walking tours, seminars, live bluegrass, local bites, and the highlight: the ‘Still on the Hill’ Grand Tasting at Riverwalk Center.
Breckenridge Bluegrass & Beer Festival
Sip craft brews, enjoy live bluegrass, and dine with mountain views at the Breckenridge Bluegrass & Beer Festival, September 26–28, 2025 at Main Street Station & The Village. Indulge in a VIP beer-pairing dinner, grand tasting, and Sunday brunch, complete with commemorative glasses and local food vendors.
Breckenridge Film Festival
Experience the 45th Annual Breckenridge Film Festival, September 18–21, 2025. Enjoy four days of independent films, filmmaker forums, parties, and family programming across walkable venues like The Eclipse, Riverwalk Center, and Breck Backstage Theater.
2025 Breckenridge Oktoberfest
Raise a stein in downtown Breckenridge from September 12–14, 2025 at the 29th Annual Oktoberfest! Enjoy authentic German brews, collectible steins, lively music, festive games, family-friendly zones, and a scenic autumn backdrop on Main Street.
Great Divide Art Festival
Celebrate the 50th Annual Gathering at the Great Divide Art Festival this Labor Day weekend! This is a free, three-day showcase at Colorado Mountain College featuring top national artists across 13 mediums, lively local music, food trucks, and engaging art demos in the heart of Breckenridge.
Labor Day Weekend in Breckenridge, 2025
This Labor Day weekend (August 30 – September 1, 2025), Breckenridge comes alive with the beloved Summit Foundation Great Rubber Duck Race at Blue River Plaza and the 50th-annual Great Divide Art Festival at Colorado Mountain College, featuring over 100 artists in 13 mediums, alongside free family activities, shopping on Main Street, live music, food trucks, and a festive mountain-town atmosphere.