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Thu, Oct 17
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A costume fun run, leaf peeping, kids activities and inspirational speakers this weekend in the Vail Valley

Avon Recreation Center’s Pumpkin Fun Run Lace up the shoes and hit the path at Nottingham Park in Avon during the Avon Recreation Center’s Pumpkin Fun Run this Saturday. This event is also a costume...

Thu, Jul 13
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A guide to Gypsum Daze and other fun things to do in the Vail Valley this weekend

Gypsum Daze This big event happening this weekend is Gypsum Daze. This three-day festival brings hometown fun and big-name concerts to the town of Gypsum. There’s everything from a pickleball tournament to a youth talent...

Field, Grass, Nature, Outdoors.
Wed, Jul 05

The Top 5 Golf Courses Around Vail

The Vail Valley is one of the few places where you can ski-and-tee in the same day, and we do both in style. These golf courses give recreationalists plenty of opportunities to keep their slope and terrain analysis sharp throughout...

Fri, Jun 07
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Sloth creates mural at GoPro Mountain Games

Art is celebrated at the GoPro Mountain Games in many forms, large and small, and you may have witnessed the live art happening up on the CoLab stage, but did you realize there’s also been...

Wed, Nov 01
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How working in Vail area schools transformed the life of ‘The Chosen’ star Elijah Alexander

Elijah Alexander has been a professional actor for the last 28 years, but recently he’s taken on a new role in education. That career shift started right here in Eagle County.  After graduating from the...

Sat, Jul 20
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The AIM Gallery in Vail to host exclusive wine event

The AIM Gallery will present an exclusive and intimate event Thursday, July 25 from 4-6 p.m. featuring a unique blend of fine wine, insightful talks and exceptional art. This exclusive event will provide guests with an extraordinary...

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Wed, Nov 05

The 6 Best Places for Fine Dining (Edwards/Eagle) Around Vail Valley

In Edwards and Eagle, fine dining takes on a uniquely mountain character—unhurried, elegant, and rooted in flavor. These restaurants combine artistry and warmth, offering meals that feel luxurious without losing their local charm. From rustic sophistication to contemporary flair, each...

Mon, May 06
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For Breckenridge’s Matt Vawter, being a James Beard award finalist is about more than just food

Less than four years after opening his own restaurant, Summit County resident Matt Vawter is now in the running to receive one of the highest honors in the culinary world.  Vawter, executive chef and owner...

Thu, Jan 23
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Mountain top music, celebrity chef dinners, bourbon tastings and raptors of the night this weekend in Vail

Pop-up music at Eagle’s Nest rooftop The entertainment stage can’t be set much higher than 10,350 feet above sea level, and that’s where you’ll find the party on Saturday afternoon on Vail Mountain. The rooftop...

Sat, Jun 06
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Upcycled fashion created at GoPro Mountain Games

When you first hear about the GoPro Mountain Games, you may think it is just a sporting event. Even though about a dozen mountain adventure sports are featured and athletes show up from around the...

Furniture, Indoors, Lounge, Handbag.
Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best Home Furnishings Stores Around Vail

Best of Vail voters singled these stores out as the absolute best places in the valley to find unique, high-quality items for your home. Whether you have a whole house to fill with furniture or you're looking for just the...

Wed, Apr 10
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Swifties unite: Taylor Swift tribute comes to Beaver Creek

When Marcus Linial couldn’t get tickets to Taylor Swift for his daughters, a college friend — who also couldn’t score tickets for his kids — asked if he’d consider putting together a Swift tribute show. Linial, founder...

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Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best 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...

Bbq, Cooking, Grilling, Glasses.
Fri, Oct 20

The Top 5 Catering Services Around Vail

Looking to host a party in the Vail area? Leave the food to the catering masters of our area, as voted by Vail Daily readers. These cuisine creators thrive in a competitive scene of class and diverse talent, and are...

Home Decor, Cushion, Couch, Painting.
Fri, Oct 20

Top 5 Interior Design Firms Around Vail

Looking to spruce up your space? The professionals at these top interior design firms can help. Readers picked them as the Best of Vail not only because they have style but because they put clients' need first and help them...

Wed, Jan 17
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Hairball show in Beaver Creek canceled Thursday, according to organizers

UPDATE: Tonight’s HAIRBALL show has been canceled, according to event organizers. “Due to vehicle issues and severe weather conditions on i70 throughout the morning, the band and crew could not make it to Beaver Creek...

Wed, Mar 06
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Bravo! Vail Music Festival artistic director to conclude tenure after 2026 season

Bravo! Vail Music Festival announced Wednesday that Anne-Marie McDermott has decided to conclude her tenure as the festival’s artistic director at the end of the 2026 season. McDermott, a celebrated concert pianist and artistic director,...

Thu, Aug 31
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Musical force Tash Sultana comes to Vail Sunday

When Tash Sultana was three years old, Sultana’s grandfather provided a gift that has just kept giving: a guitar, which led to a lifelong dedication to creatively producing music. The two practiced constantly, and by...

Mon, Dec 18
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Olympic gold medalist Nathan Chen returns to Vail Ice Spectacular

Last year, news spread quickly about Olympic gold medalist Nathan Chen starring in the Vail Ice Spectacular, and the one-night-only event sold out three weeks prior. This year, organizers have added two shows: Friday and...

Sun, Sep 03
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David Moscow of ‘Big’ and ‘Newsies’ to visit Vail Symposium, talk about food production and adventures within his television series, ‘From Scratch’

Most of us eat every day — usually at least three times — without considering all the work it takes to bring food into our home. But Hollywood actor David Moscow will tell you it...

Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best General Contractors Around Vail

Steak, Glass, Plate, Food Presentation.
Fri, Oct 20

The top 5 steaks around Vail

Surrounded by ranches, there is lots of delicious beef in the Vail Valley. Determining who cooks the best steak locally is a whole different challenge, and Vail Daily readers have answered the call to show you the best places in...

Sun, Jan 14
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Alice Wetterlund headlines Vail Comedy Show this week

Vail Comedy Show is back on Wednesday, Jan. 17, in Eagle at Moe’s Original BBQ and on Thursday, Jan. 18, in Vail Village at Gambit in The Sebastian. Los Angeles comedian Alice Wetterlund from HBO’s ‘Silicon...

Mon, Apr 08
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Daily Bread makes big announcement in Vail during Après at The Amp event

Rhett “Daily Bread” Whatley put on a masterful performance in Vail on Friday, using an MPC sampler to compose music live on the spot in front of a large crowd at the Ford Amphitheater in...

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Wed, Nov 05

See the best breweries in the Vail Valley

Good beer tells a story, and in Vail Valley, that story is brewed with mountain water, local pride, and a love of craftsmanship. The valley’s breweries are more than places to grab a pint—they’re gathering spots where creativity flows as...

Wed, Aug 09
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This tiny Western Slope beer maker was voted the best brewpub in the country

If you’re looking for the country’s best brewpub, look no further than Colorado’s Western Slope, where a tiny brewery recently won that title in USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Awards, known as 10Best. Opened in October...

Sun, Jun 04
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Mountains of Music offers three nights of concerts during GoPro Mountain Games

As much as the GoPro Mountain Games focuses on athletics, this year’s musical line up is almost bigger than the amount of sweat and elevated heart rates this event produces. The schedule of headliner concerts...

Tue, Aug 01

The Top 5 Banks Around Vail

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Wed, Nov 05

Where to get your pet groomed around Vail Valley

In Vail Valley, furry residents enjoy just as much pampering as their human companions. With so many dogs and cats joining locals on hikes, snow days, and outdoor adventures, professional grooming is more than cosmetic—it’s part of good pet health...

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Wed, Nov 05

The best gift shops around Vail Valley

From mountain-inspired home décor to handcrafted treasures and curated curiosities, the shops of Vail Valley make gift-giving an art form. Whether you’re seeking something meaningful for a loved one or a keepsake to remind you of alpine adventures, these locally...

Thu, Dec 14
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‘Wonka’ a sweet, off-kilter delight worthy of the 1971 original

I’ll admit, I was worried about “Wonka.” For fans of 1971’s “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” it’s always nerve-wracking watching Hollywood trying to bring back the magic. The 2005 attempt is best forgotten, Johnny...

Sat, Sep 07
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Catching up with the Indigo Girls before Vail performance

The Indigo Girls — Emily Saliers and Amy Ray — recently released a livestream project, “Look Long: Together,” they’re the subject of a new documentary film “It’s Only Life After All” and they had their...

Mon, Jul 10
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Beyond ice cream at Häagen Dazs Dessert Café

Decades ago, Ivan Almas tasted Häagen Dazs ice cream while visiting New York. “He went back to Florida where he had his job, and couldn’t find it there, so he flew back to New York...

Sun, Jan 12
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Comedian Pat Burtscher bringing laughter to Avon, Vail and Eagle this week 

Vail Comedy Show is flying in New York City based comedian Pat Burtscher this week. Burtscher is a regular at the The Comedy Cellar, has toured with Burt Kreischer and performs around the world. Special guest...

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Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best Financial Planning Companies Around Vail

Looking for help with financial advice and planning? Out of an array of qualified financial planning companies, these were hand-selected as the best by the scores of Vail Daily readers.

Fri, Oct 11
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Fall is deal season in the Vail Valley

In between the busy summer months and the ski season is typically when things slow down a bit. It’s called “off season” but many locals know it as a season for deals. This time of...

Thu, Jul 11
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The Movie Guru: ‘Fly Me to the Moon’ and ‘Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F’ both a lot of fun

Fly Me to the Moon (in theaters) A good romance can hit the spot better than a late-night brownie. If you’re looking for just such a treat, you don’t want to miss “Fly Me to...

Wed, Jan 24
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Grammy Award-winning Chanticleer performs in Beaver Creek Thursday

Known worldwide as “an orchestra of voices,” Grammy Award-winning Chanticleer performs Jan. 25 at the Vilar Performing Arts Center. Spanning the entire vocal range — from countertenor and tenor to baritone and bass — a...

Mon, Feb 05
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New bluegrass festival comes to Colorado this spring

The organizers of the SpringFree Bluegrass Festival announced the initial lineup for the music festival coming to Eagle County this spring. Enjoy free live bluegrass music in Vail on May 24-26 with Bluegrass Generals, Sierra...

Wed, Jul 10
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Billboard-charting Akropolis Reed Quintet celebrates 15th year with free Bravo! Vail community concert performance

The Akropolis Reed Quintet isn’t topping Taylor Swift in the Billboard Hot 100, but the fact the ensemble is pushing up against the London Symphony Orchestra on the chart’s weekly classical lists is still significant....

Fri, Feb 23
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Vail Dance Festival announces 2024 season schedule

The Vail Dance Festival, a project of the nonprofit Vail Valley Foundation, officially announced plans for its 36th season scheduled to take place July 26-Aug. 5. Under the artistic direction of Damian Woetzel, the 2024...

Wood, Hut, Key, Hardwood.
Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best Property Managements Around Vail

The Vail Valley renowned internationally for its beauty and hospitality. Part of that hospitality is having seriously nice places for people to cozy up in when they are done exploring. These property management professionals help make that happen by keeping...

Wed, Jul 12
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Folk rockers Caamp come to the Ford Amphitheater July 17

Caamp, the popular folk band out of Columbus, Ohio, is set to play at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater on July 17. The band’s music, which bass player Matt Vinson described as “rock and roll...

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Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best Family Entertainments Around Vail

Let's face it, it's not always easy to keep the whole family entertained. But these venues around Vail offer something for everyone and are sure to dazzle everyone from grumpy toddlers to jaded teens, not to mention their parents.

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Wed, Nov 05

Best ice cream places around Vail Valley

There’s no wrong season for sampling something sweet in Vail Valley. Whether it’s a scoop of handcrafted ice cream on a summer day or a warm churro after a day on the slopes, locals know the joy of a well-earned...

Tue, Apr 08
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AJ Lee & Blue Summit, along with The Fretliners, come to the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek

For the first time, AJ Lee & Blue Summit and The Fretliners tour together. Though they’ve played festivals, they’ve never actually shared a bill. Aspen’s show Wednesday night will be the first time the Santa...

Adult, Male, Man, Person.
Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best Spas Around Vail

When it comes to relaxation, these five spots have a lot to offer. From treatments and massages to facilities dripping with ambiance, these Vail area favorites have something to help even the most stressed individual unwind.

Tue, Aug 29
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Man of the Cliff returns to Avon for a day of axe throwing, keg tossing, speed chopping

Calling all lumberjacks and lumberjills: The 13th annual Man of the Cliff is returning to Avon for a single-day event on Oct. 14. This mountain-town event is your chance to trade in your business attire...

Mon, Mar 16
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Vilar Center’s theater gets a new name

The Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek has officially announced a transformational gift from Dori and David Meyers, rooted in the belief that the Vilar is one of our community’s greatest assets. Through the...

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Wed, Nov 05

Top lunch spots around Vail Valley

Lunch in Vail Valley is more than a quick break—it’s a chance to recharge, connect, and savor flavors from around the world against a mountain backdrop. Whether grabbing something casual between runs or sitting down for a mid-day meal with...

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