Breckenridge Calendar of Events
Check out all of the great summer and winter events going on in Breckenridge Colorado.
Ski With a Ranger Volunteer Rangers guide a 1 hour ski or snowboard tour down an intermediate trail on Peak 7. Participants meet in the Peak 7 base area on the plaza between the Peak 7 terminal of the BreckConnect Gondola and the Independence SuperChair at 11:00 a.m. on Fridays from December 16, 2011 through March 30, 2012 (look for a sign indicating the meeting place). The Ski With a Ranger tour is free to participants, but a lift ticket and at least intermediate skiing or snowboarding ability are required. Each tour follows the naturalist guide through several planned stops on the mountain to learn about natural topics across the resort.
See a full list of details on Ski With a Ranger here. Don't miss out on the top Valentine's Day dinner option in Breckenridge. Sevens Restaurant is the only dining spot in town offering an on-mountain menu, specially built around a 5 course dinner, making it the most romantic meal in Breck.
Menu: Duck Confit Ravioli Lobster and Grits Braised Lamb Shank Deconstructed Chocolate Covered Strawberry
Entertainment: The evening will feature an acoustic performance by Shane Kitles. Also, all ladies attending will receive a complimentary rose
Price: $85 Per Person or add a wine flight for a total of $100 Per Person.
Seating times: 5:00pm and 7:30pm, reservations recommended. Book by calling Sevens directly at 970-496-8910.
Location: Sevens Restaurant is located directly at the base of Peak 7 and can be accessed via the BreckConnect Gondola from town. You can also drive to the physical address, at 1979 Ski Hill Road in Grand Lodge at Peak 7. Valet Parking will be available at the Grand Lodge, general parking in the Crystal Peak Lot. Call 970-496-8910 to book your evening now
Location: Breckenridge
December 16, 2011 - March 30, 2012
International Snow Sculpture Championships
January 24, 2012 - February 05, 2012
2012 will be the 22nd year of International Snow Sculpture Championships. The Sculptures "live" in the area around the Riverwalk Center grounds at 150 West Adams Avenue, Breckenridge, CO 80424. We welcome visitors from beginning to the end of this free event (January 24 - February 4, 2012). Artists sculpt from Tuesday, January 24 at 11:00 a.m. until Saturday, January 28 at 10:00 a.m., judging is at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 28, the awards ceremony is at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 29 and sculptures will remain standing weather permitting until the night of Sunday, February 4, 2012 (until approx. 11:00 p.m.). Giving snowmen self-esteem issues for 22 years.
Get full event details at gobreck.com.
POD Cup 2
Location: Breckenridge
February 07, 2012 - February 07, 2012
Devo Moguls
Location: Breckenridge
February 12, 2012 - February 12, 2012
Valentine's Day Dinner at Sevens Restaurant
Location: Breckenridge
February 14, 2012
Oyster Potage’
Creamy Broth – Spinach – White Wine
Roasted Tomato – Brown Butter -
Fried Chives – Melted Leeks
Citrus Gremolade – Herb Potato Puree – Roasted Kabosha Squash
Or
Seared Halibut
Warm Bulghur Wheat Salad – Arugula – Roasted Yellow Pepper Coulis
Mardi Gras
February 18, 2012 - February 21, 2012
Each year, New Orleans visitors and Mardi Gras lovers take over Breckenridge with masks, boas, beads, music and revelry to commemorate the carnival season. Breckenridge Mardi Gras will kick off in style from on Friday, February 18, with it's annual Bacchus Ball at Beaver Run Resort.
To learn more click here
Bombers Race Nastar
Location: Breckenridge
February 25, 2012 - February 26, 2012
Hope on the Slopes
Location: Breckenridge
February 25, 2012
Hope on the Slopes provides avid skiers and snowboarders an opportunity to make their day of skiing or riding more meaningful by raising money and awareness for the American Cancer Society, the nation's #1 nonprofit contributor of funds for cancer research. Find out how you can make your runs count at the American Cancer Society’s website.
Summit Cup-Team Summit
Location: Breckenridge
March 03, 2012
The final Summit Cup of the season will consist of two Giant Slalom races on American on Peak 9. The Summit Foundation – Summit Cup Series is open to all boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 14 years of age. This is an entry level race designed to introduce athletes to the fun of Alpine Ski Racing. Thanks to the Summit Foundation, Breckenridge Resort and Team Summit, entry is free to all participants.
Summit Foundation Cup is a Summit County Tradition that has been held for the past 30 years. The goal of the series is to provide an inexpensive way for young athletes to experience the joy of Alpine Ski Racing. Past winners of this event include former US Ski Team Members – Jason Rosener, Jake Fiala and Casey Snyder. Visit www.teamsummit.org for more information.
Bombers Race-Twister
Location: Breckenridge
March 04, 2012 - March 05, 2012
Youth Ski League Race
Location: Breckenridge
March 04, 2012
POD Cup 3-Final
Location: Breckenridge
March 06, 2012 - March 06, 2012
Spring Fever Festival
March 17, 2012 - April 25, 2012
Spring Fever will once again grip Breckenridge as the town and ski resort welcome visitors to one of the best times of the year for skiing and riding.
Spring Fever is a celebration of great spring snow, sunny bluebird days, special events, and great deals throughout town for guests. Signature Spring Fever events include the Bud Light Concert Series on a specially constructed stage at the base of Peak 8, The Breck Ascent Series, the “5 Peaks” Mountaineering Race, $18.59 dining specials, a Spring Beer Festival, Easter kids festivities, the Imperial Challenge, and more. BreckSpringFever.com.
Surefoot Colorado Ski Cup Spring Finale
Location: Breckenridge
April 02, 2012 - April 05, 2012
Five Peaks Mountaineering Event
Location: Breckenridge
April 07, 2012 - April 07, 2012
Imperial Challenge
Location: Breckenridge
April 14, 2012
This year marks the 16th annual Imperial Challenge! This warms up with a 6.2 mile mountain bike ride from the Town of Breckenridge across Peak 7 to Peak 8, followed by a 2,500 foot, wind testing ascent of Peak 8 to the top of the Imperial Bowl on the equipment of your choice. As your quadriceps quiver from oxygen deprivation and lactic acid build up, begin your descent to the base of Peak 8 on skis or a snowboard. An hour and forty-five minutes could win; two hours would be a great time! Please visit www.mavsports.com for registration details.
Closing Day (weather permitting)
Location: Breckenridge
April 15, 2012 - April 15, 2012