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Get stoked for the ski season with a series of events to celebrate the beginning of winter. Locals and guests alike are all welcome!

Featured Events

After your ski day, join us in town for silent discos, art workshops, ice skating exhibitions, the magical tree lighting ceremony, live music and more. Coming again this year is the enchanting Kringle Crossing mini holiday village and Smile with Santa where kids can meet the jolly man himself.

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Ice Skating Shows

People wearing winter clothes and headphones dance together outdoors at night, with a large, decorated and lit Christmas tree in the background.

Silent Disco

Festive Fireworks | New Year’s Eve

A DJ performs on an outdoor stage in front of a lively crowd at Express Lift Bar, with clear blue sky overhead and wooden buildings in the background.

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Family in Vail Village for Kris Kringle Market

Vail Kris Kringle Market

Vail Ugly Sweater Fun Run

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Village Adventure Scavenger Hunt

Bundle up and follow the five clues around town to discover holiday magic around every corner in Vail! Solve each riddle and answer the trivia at every stop. Begin your journey at either the Vail Village Welcome Center or Lionshead Welcome Center.

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Kringle Crossing

This holiday season, Kringle Crossing Holiday Village returns to Vail, featuring charming chalets straight from the North Pole, the village sparkles with twinkling lights and whimsical decorations. Immerse yourself in the magic of the season, enjoying visits from Santa Claus, cheerful carolers, and delicious seasonal treats. Throughout the holidays, Kringle Crossing will host a variety of festive activities, welcoming visitors to explore and celebrate the spirit of the season at any time.

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Free Concert Series

Stoke Sessions

Kick off the first month of ski season in style with live music every Friday in Vail Village at Checkpoint Charlie. Bundle up, sip your favorite warm drink, and get stoked for winter with live music in the mountains.

The full lineup is officially here—don’t miss a beat! Follow @discovervailcolorado for the latest updates, event details, and insider tips on winter fun in Vail.

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Book Winter Lodging

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Explore Winter Après Stories

Whether you’re looking for a guide to the best brunch spots in town or want to learn more about those concerts you keep hearing about, we’ve got you covered.

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