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Catching up with Marcus King before Beaver Creek performance

At a time when wellness has become a more talked-about topic in the public sphere, Marcus King has made his own musical statement via the release of “Mood Swings,” his third solo outing. The Rick...

The Bookworm welcomes author Will Grant

The historical American West often conjures up images of cowboys galloping on horseback and lawless bandits or saloon shootouts, which are often incorrect in their representation of the actual old West. Luckily, cowboy and journalist,...

Test your lumberjack skills, enjoy a drag brunch, and more this weekend in the Vail Valley

FreeFall Bluegrass Festival This weekend marks the inaugural FreeFall Bluegrass Festival in Vail Village. This new event will run Saturday and Sunday and includes some fan favorites on the musical roster. The event fills a...

Behind the scenes at Bravo! Vail Music Festival

Wednesday night, the Vail Symposium hosted a free zoom webinar reviewing unseen aspects that go into creating the Bravo! Vail Music Festival, which opens this summer on June 22. Now in its 38th season, the...

Meet Your Musician Bravo! Vail Edition: Dover Quartet

Editor’s Note: The Vail Daily is showcasing area musicians in a series called “Meet Your Musician” so you can learn a bit more about the people behind the tunes. In the “Meet Your Musician: Bravo!...

Colorado Symphony plays Debussy, Beethoven and Sibelius at the Vilar Performing Arts Center

Thursday at the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek, the Colorado Symphony features conductor Eun Sun Kim, music director of the San Francisco Opera, as well as pianist Inon Barnatan. The New York Times...

Vail Village grab-and-go spot offers chairlift-friendly burritos

It could be argued that not many positive things came out of COVID … but First Chair Burritos? Yeah, that counts. Located near the base of Gondola One in Vail Village, First Chair Modern Burritos...

WineInk: The diversity of Italy

Ranging from the timeless — but ever-evolving — wine traditions found in regions like Tuscany’s Chianti, where Sangiovese grapes produce earthy, easily drinkable wines, to the minerally white wines of Sicily, to the multitude of...

Erik Stucky to kick off free ShowDown Town series in Eagle Thursday

Erik Stucky may be based in Nashville, Tennessee now, but he grew up in Montrose, influenced by our state’s prolific bluegrass scene. The Americana musician began playing mandolin at age 8 and, at age 10,...

The 5 Best Acupuncture Practices Around Vail

This year, we asked readers across the Vail Valley to share their favorite acupuncture practices - and they have chosen the five practices they deem the best of the best. Each of the five practices embodies excellence in their field....

The Top 6 Wedding Venues Around Vail

Aritza is Beaver Creek’s Basque outpost

A taste of Basque traditional food will greet you and your tastebuds at Aritza, which features an array of memorable dishes — a culinary ode to Spain. And if it’s a Friday night, you will...

Top 5 Outdoor Activities Outfitters (Rafting, Jeep Tours, Horseback Riding, Etc.) Around Vail

These companies can show you all the Vail Valley has to offer, including rafting, Jeep and ATV tours, horseback riding, ziplining, backcountry hiking and snowsports, and so much more. Best of Vail voters picked them as the best of the...

Five of the Top Fly-Fishing Outfitters Around Vail

These five fly-fishing outfitters have emerged as the best of the best in the Vail Valley, a prestigious award with though competition. These pros take pride in their technical prowess and teaching ability, and they are sure to show you...

Halloween events are going on for over a week in the Vail Valley

The Halloween spirit is alive and well in Eagle County, so much so that the events span well over a week with many events taking place already. Whether you want to carve a pumpkin, dress...

Plenty of gear and swag at GoPro Mountain Games

The GoPro Mountain Games have been the kickoff to summer in Vail for over two decades and one thing that has always been a part of the festival is SWAG gathering. It’s almost an event...

5 Best Ski Shops in Vail and the Surrounding Area

If you're headed to Vail in the winter, chances are you're hitting the slopes. If you need skis or any related gear, these five ski shops are the best in the valley, according the Best of Vail voters. Stop into...

Top 5 Dispensaries Around Vail

The strip of dispensaries outside Vail is affectionately known as the Green Mile, and there are even more to choose from as you head downvalley. If you're new to cannabis, it's hard to know where to go. A safe bet...

New Down Valley Vibes Festival in Eagle set to take place in August

Down Valley Vibes Festival, a new festival to Eagle County, is set to take place in Eagle Aug. 23-24. Hosted by Second Street Tavern, the festival will bring live music to Downtown Eagle with Dragondeer,...

The 5 Best Wine Selections (Restaurant/Bar) Around Vail

Indulging in a fine glass of wine can elevate any dining experience, and Vail Valley is home to several outstanding restaurants and bars known for their impressive wine selections. The Best of Vail Valley contest has spotlighted these top establishments,...

Experience the magic of the holidays at the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek

The Vilar Performing Arts Center is ringing in the holiday season with a diverse lineup of world-class entertainment. From Dec. 22 through Jan. 3, the Vilar will host five extraordinary shows that capture the warmth...

The Movie Guru: ‘A Haunting in Venice’ a creepy, satisfying whodunit

If you like your mysteries with a healthy side of Gothic horror, then this is the movie for you. “A Haunting in Venice,” invites ghosts into Kenneth Branagh’s latest Agatha Christie-style whodunit. Reprising his role...

5 Best Local Musician/Bands Around Vail

There is a massive amount of talent in the Vail Valley, so music appreciators had their work cut out for them choosing their favorite. These five finalists garnered the most votes and represent the best of the best in local...

Vail Ice Spectacular features all of the 2024 national champions and more

Vail Ice Spectacular is more than aptly named: Nowhere else can you witness all of this year’s national champions and a host of junior champions with every seat providing an up-close and personal experience. And...

‘The Addams Family’ — snap, snap — comes to life at Battle Mountain High School

When you think of “The Addams Family,” you don’t usually think of happy things like love and marriage. The quirky relatives who love all things ghoulish and morose tend to stick to darker topics. But...

Vail Comedy Show returns for two nights this week

Vail Comedy Show is flying in New York City based comedian Daniel Simonsen for shows on Tuesday at The Gambit Bar at The Sebastian – Vail and Wednesday at Moe’s Original BBQ in Eagle. The Vail...

Meet Your Artist: Christine Sena

The Vail Daily is running a series highlighting some of the artists in the Vail Valley. To be considered, please send an email to request the questionnaire to A&E reporter Tricia Swenson (tswenson@vaildaily.com). Q: How...

The 5 Best Dog-Friendly Businesses Around Vail

Vail Valley isn’t just a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts; it’s also a welcoming place for our furry friends. The Best of Vail Valley contest has highlighted several exceptional dog-friendly businesses that embrace pet owners, providing welcoming environments where dogs are...

Vail Symposium event digs into Colorado’s 11,000-year-old potato, other obscure foods

Actor and author David Moscow visited Vail Sept. 6-7 to discuss “From Scratch,” his book and television program of the same name, which was recently renewed for a third and fourth season. The show’s premise...

Vail Symposium celebrates the 55-year anniversary of the first lunar landing 

In July 1969, the world watched and listened as Charlie Duke, CapCom for Apollo 11, counted down the lunar module and Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin first touched down on the moon. As Armstrong radioed...

The 5 Best Desserts Around Vail

If you have a craving for something sweet, know that you're in for a treat. Let these Vail Valley eateries help show you the way to the most delicious sweets in the area, as voted by Vail Daily readers.

Ring in the holidays with live performances at the VPAC in Beaver Creek

During the upcoming winter holidays, the Vilar Performing Arts Center’s (VPAC) interior halls will be decked and the lobby will feature an 18-foot decorated white fir tree sourced from within Colorado. The festive décor is...

Avon’s ‘Saucy’ Outpost offers delicious Italian food, extensive wine list

Whether you have impatient, hungry kids or you are looking for a wonderful wine selection for yourself – or both – Sauce on the Creek is a family-friendly, community-driven family pizzeria and Italian eatery in...

Ray Harrington to headline Vail Comedy Show at Second Street Collective in Eagle

Vail Comedy Show is flying in international comedian Ray Harrington for shows on Wednesday, July 24, at Second Street Collective in Eagle and on Thursday, July 25, at Gambit at The Sebastian Hotel in Vail....

Vail Jazz to make an encore performance this fall

Save the date for the 30th Vail Jazz Party, Labor Day Weekend, 2024. Thanks to a team of donors and dedicated volunteers, the Vail Jazz Workshop and Labor Day Party will return to Vail for a...

BODYTRAFFIC comes to the Vilar at Beaver Creek

BODYTRAFFIC is known as one of the most fierce, cutting-edge contemporary dance companies in the nation. Last year at Vilar Performing Arts Center, BODYTRAFFIC pushed the envelopes of choreography, physical ability and emotion and wowed...

The 5 Best Pharmacies Around Vail

Best of Vail voters chose these business as best at providing everything you could need to help with whatever ails you. These pharmacies not only boast great selections, they have friendly, knowledgable staff that are always willing to help with...

The Top 5 Florists Around Vail

Looking for the perfect arrangement or bouquet in the Vail area? Look no further than these florists who have been voted as the Best of Vail Valley by Vail Daily readers.

Top 5 Pet Boarding/Daycares Around Vail

Vail and the surrounding area is extremely dog friendly, so we usually just take our pup everywhere we go. But when that isn't possible, these five business provided the love and care your best friend needs to feel OK while...

Comedian Brian Regan brings laughs for all ages to Beaver Creek

Vilar Performing Arts Center has limited tickets available for its Sunday show featuring Brian Regan, who Entertainment Weekly calls “your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian.” While he doesn’t describe himself that way, he does explain how...

Live music and family fun fill Presidents Day Weekend in the Vail Valley

Beaver Creek Happenings With many schools out and adults enjoying time off from work, Beaver Creek has a lot going on for Presidents Day Weekend. Here’s a list of fun things to do for the...

Don’t forget to Eat Dank Food: Private chef brings gourmet flavor to Vail Valley gatherings

There are dinner parties, and then there are dinner parties. Chef Shelby Lewis specializes in the latter. The passionate culinarian has been cooking professionally for a dozen years, and launched her private chef business, Eat...

5 Vail Valley restaurants named to Michelin-recommended eateries while Colorado adds a new star

Five restaurants in the Vail and Beaver Creek area that landed on Michelin’s list of recommendations last year retained their status when the newest list of the revered guide dropped on Monday. Sweet Basil and...

Top 5 Unique Gift Shops Around Vail

As a world-class vacation destination, Vail has its fair share of gift shops. Whether you're looking to treat yourself or treat your loved ones (or a little of both), these shops are the best spot to do it, according to...

Beyond Golf restaurant now open in Eagle Ranch

There’s a new restaurant to add to your downvalley rotation of eateries: Beyond Golf is now open in Eagle Ranch. Taking over the space that most recently housed El Segundo and 7 Hermits Brewing Company...

The Top 5 Happy Hours in Vail

Just got off a long shift and looking for a place to wind down? Just got off the slopes and looking for a place to mingle? These Vail establishments have been chosen by Vail Daily readers as the best places...

Colorado chef wins keys to her own restaurant in national contest and $1M to outfit the space

Tabernash resident and executive chef at the Grand Lake Lodge, Karoline Schwartz, was named the winner of the Own Your Own Million Dollar Nationwide Restaurant Challenge on Oct. 29. She was given a restaurant space...

The Movie Guru: ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ and ‘Dead Boy Detectives’ excellent takes on genre staples

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (in theaters) You wouldn’t imagine a sci-fi movie about intelligent monkeys to have a lot of real-world relevance. “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” is surprisingly ready...