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Legacy Parade & Fireworks Show

As the sun sets, the night sky will light up with a torchlight Legacy Parade, Fireworks show and movie presentation about the history of the 10th Mtn Division in the Gondola One Yard. Join our 10th Mountain soldiers as they take the parade through Vail Village to pay homage to all that served before them. … Continued

Riva Ridge Ski Down | Vail Legacy Weekend

Witness the 10th Mtn Division, Colorado National Guard and Veterans alike join together in this memorial ski down starting from the Legacy Hut, traversing down Riva Ridge and finishing at the Gondola One Base Area.  Event is dependent on weather. Vail Legacy Weekend | Vail Mountain’s celebration of the Legacy of Vail with the 10th … Continued

DJ at the 10th Restaurant | Vail Legacy Weekend

Come join different DJ’s as they take over the 10th Restaurant to bring a new take to on-mountain après. Admission is free but space is limited. Vail Legacy Weekend | Vail Mountain’s celebration of the Legacy of Vail with the 10th Mountain Parade, Live Music and DJs, Black Hawk landing, the anniversary of Riva Ridge … Continued

10th Brunch & Meet & Greet | Vail Legacy Weekend

Join us for brunch at the 10th Restaurant paired with a meet & greet with 10th Mountain Division soldiers. Vail Legacy Weekend | Vail Mountain’s celebration of the Legacy of Vail with the 10th Mountain Parade, Live Music and DJs, Black Hawk landing, the anniversary of Riva Ridge Ski down, a brunch at the 10th … Continued

Blackhawk Helicopter Landing | Vail Legacy Weekend

Head to the top of Avanti Express (#2) to witness the annual landing of the UH-60 Blackhawk Helicopter on Eagles Nest Ridge.  Event is dependent on weather. Vail Legacy Weekend | Vail Mountain’s celebration of the Legacy of Vail with the 10th Mountain Parade, Live Music and DJs, Black Hawk landing, the anniversary of Riva … Continued

“Notorious Hunter” the Cutting Room Floor

John LaConte, author of Notorious Hunter, the story of the Gore Range’s namesake, the infamous Lord Gore, will share the stories that go beyond the pages of his book. Books available for signing. Through the Lens Speaker Series | Colorado Snowsports Museum’s annual ticketed live speaker series celebrates Colorado snow sports and designed to inspire … Continued

Summiting the Worlds Tallest Peaks

Mountaineer, backcountry skier and internal medicine physician from Vail, Tracee Metcalfe is the first American woman to climb all 14 of the world’s highest mountains over 8,000 meters. Through the Lens Speaker Series | Colorado Snowsports Museum’s annual ticketed live speaker series celebrates Colorado snow sports and designed to inspire and engage all ages with captivating … Continued

The Lighter Side of Skiing

Take a run with Jeff Blumenfeld, writer for Skiing History Magazine, down the “Lighter Side of Skiing.”  When skiing is depicted in movies, TV or cartoons it usually doesn’t bode well for the sport. Same for the careers of get rich, quick ski product Through the Lens Speaker Series | Colorado Snowsports Museum’s annual ticketed live speaker … Continued

Mission Mt. Mangart

In Celebration of the anniversary of the Battle of Riva Ridge, join filmmaker Chris Anthony for a screening of his documentary film, “Mission Mt. Mangart,” the story of the 10th Mountain Division. Through the Lens Speaker Series | Colorado Snowsports Museum’s annual ticketed live speaker series celebrates Colorado snow sports and designed to inspire and … Continued

“Moving Line” Film Screening

Moving Line is the story of the first ski-crossing of Colorado. Three amateur skiers from Boulder set out to find a historic path across the snow, a route that helped map the Colorado Trail and led to a surprising appreciation for art. Discussion to follow with filmmaker Cameron Wyatt. Through the Lens Speaker Series | … Continued

Steel Rails to Ski Trails

with Brad Swartzwelter.  Learn the history of the Colorado Ski Train, aka the Winter Park Express. Starting in 1940, the route has survived bankruptcies, ownership changes, and even years of dormancy. Through the Lens Speaker Series | Colorado Snowsports Museum’s annual ticketed live speaker series celebrates Colorado snow sports and designed to inspire and engage … Continued

Clay Gnome Painting Workshop | Vail Winterfest

The Town of Vail’s Art in Public Places (AIPP) presents the 19th Annual Vail Winterfest Gnome Home this winter season.  In celebration of this annual tradition, Discover Vail is partnering with Alpine Arts center for a fun filled Clay Gnome Painting Workshop!  Fun, social and open to all ages though children should be accompanied by … Continued