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Winter
Season:

Winter

Months:

Nov - May

Winter Family Fun

Winter in Vail is a exciting time to bring the whole family!  When little legs get tired from skiing and riding or you just need a day off, Vail offers plenty of kid-friendly activities.

Sleigh Ride
Dashing through the snow on a horse drawn sleigh ride is a magical experience for the whole family. Climb aboard a rustic sleighs for a scenic, full dinner experience or enjoy a shorter scenic winter sleigh through the Colorado scenery.

Ice Bumper Cars
Check out the Ice Bumper Cars at Dobson Ice Arena, located conveniently between Lionshead and Vail Village. Ice Bumper Cars offer an opportunity for children and adults to zoom around, spin and bump their way to a good time. Participants must be at least 48 inches tall to drive.

Ice Skating in the Village
The snow, lights and ice make Vail ice rinks look like a scene out of a Hollywoood movie. Situated in the middle of the villages, the outdoor ice rinks are surrounded by galleries, shops, cafes, restaurants and fire pits. Enjoy a warm beverage by the fire while you watch your little ones skate under twinkle lights and a rocky mountain backdrop.

 

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