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Wed, Dec 27
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Livingston Taylor, James Taylor’s brother, plays in Beaver Creek Thursday

As the brother of James Taylor, Livingston Taylor has written some of James’ hit songs. Thursday, he performs at the Vilar Performing Arts Center. Being from a very musical family, Livingston Taylor began playing guitar...

Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best Plumbing Companies Around Vail

Plumbing is the sort of thing that you don't think much about until you are forced to. If you find yourself in that unfortunate situation, these professionals have been endorsed by Best of Vail voters and they will have things...

Thu, Jan 16
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Vail Valley musicians Brendan McKinney & The 99 Brown Dogs release new album

Beyond playing “Brown Eyed Girl” or classic rock covers at après ski gigs, longtime Vail Valley entertainer Brendan McKinney has been busy recording new songs with several other local musicians and his “Skin A Cat”...

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Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best Happy Hours (Beaver Creek)

Looking for somewhere great for that first after-work or aprés ski drink? Check out these places in Beaver Creek, which were voted as the Best of Vail Valley by Vail Daily readers.

Sun, Apr 30
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Authors visit The Bookworm to share story about 10th Mountain Division at Camp Hale

To many longtime Eagle Valley locals and visitors, it may seem like snow sports have always been a part of our history, but many people may not know when or where that history began. Luckily,...

Fri, Feb 23
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Bob’s Place offers more than a sports bar in the heart of Avon

Bob’s Place has that comforting, friendly neighborhood feel that’s refreshing to find in a resort town, but it’s not just the vibe that has made Bob’s Place a local favorite for 30 years; it’s the...

Fri, Feb 02
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Cameron Carpenter, who smashes classical taboos on the organ, plays the Vilar

As part of the Therese M. Grojean Classical Series at the Vilar Performing Arts Center, virtuoso organist Cameron Carpenter presents a preview of the program he will debut three days later for the NY Phil....

Fri, Jun 30
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Latina Voices at Bravo! Vail: Discussion with Angélica Negrón and Lido Pimienta

Composer Angélica Negrón wrote her work, “Arquitecta” with Lido Pimienta in mind. The two met through the Latin American music blog Fonograma and first collaborated on a piece called “Otra Cosa” for the Prototype Festival...

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Fri, Oct 20

The best ice cream in the Vail area

For when you're craving the sweet treat that is best served cold, head over to these locations for the best ice cream in the Vail Valley.

Thu, Nov 02
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The Movie Guru: ‘Priscilla’ a bittersweet fairytale, while ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ an oddly sweet nightmare

Priscilla (in theaters) Sometimes, fairy tales don’t have happy endings. Other times, the happier ending isn’t the one you thought it was going to be at the start. That’s the case with Priscilla Presley, whose...

Fri, Mar 07
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Vail Dance Festival announces 2025 schedule of performances

The nonprofit Vail Valley Foundation announced initial programming for the 37th annual Vail Dance Festival scheduled to take place July 25-Aug. 5 throughout the Vail Valley, including Beaver Creek, Avon and the Gerald R. Ford...

Thu, Feb 22
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Xavier Rudd, Dispatch, Lotus and more announced for 2024 Mountains of Music lineup at the GoPro Mountain Games in Vail

Vail’s Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater will host another amazing weekend of concerts during the GoPro Mountain Games, which brings thousands of athletes and spectators together for a four-day celebration of mountain sports, art and music....

Thu, Jan 18
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Meet Your Artist: George Lamb

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...

Sun, Jul 28
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Bullseye Roundup aims to hit the mark for Gypsum-based nonprofit

Experience camp activities while also giving back to an important cause at this year’s Bullseye Roundup on Aug. 8. Adults can get into the summer camp spirit at the Coyote Lodge and Sporting Club at...

Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best Nonprofit/Civic Support Organizations Around Vail

The Vail Valley is full of enthusiastic, caring people. Nowhere is that more evident than in the work of these five organizations. They earned the high honor of being chosen as Best of Vail's top nonprofits. They were chosen by...

Mon, Dec 18
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Classical concert series brings inspiring sounds to Beaver Creek

This season’s Therese M. Grojean Classical Series at the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek is studded with both variety and talent, promising six enchanting evenings from December through March 2024, beginning this week...

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Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best Wedding Venues Around Vail

Looking for the most picturesque place in the Vail Valley to tie the knot? Start here with the top five vending venues in the area, as voted by Vail Daily readers.

Wed, Apr 15
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FreeFall Bluegrass Festival moves to Avon

Avon’s Nottingham Park, which hosts several summer events like AvonLIVE!, SunsetLIVE! and Salute to the U.S.A., will now add FreeFall Bluegrass Festival to the end of the list. The FreeFall Bluegrass Festival is scheduled to...

Tue, Mar 05
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Melissa Etheridge to headline Salute to the USA on July 3 in Avon

Grammy Award-winning artist Melissa Ethridge will headline Avon’s signature event, the 38th annual Salute to the USA, on Wednesday, July 3, at Harry A. Nottingham Park. “Salute to the USA is Avon’s most anticipated event of the year....

Thu, Jul 18
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Shaggy comes ‘to rock the house’ in Beaver Creek

On Saturday, Shaggy, the only diamond-selling dancehall artist in music history, comes to Vilar Performing Arts Center “to rock the house,” he said. Despite his great success, the Jamaican-raised artist admits that being a dancehall,...

Thu, Feb 08
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Murder on Broadway, Mardi Gras and melodies at the Vilar can be found this weekend in the Vail Valley

Murder on Broadway EagleARTS is bringing back its classic “whodunit” murder mystery game, and you can help in solving the mystery. “Can Cook Won’t Kill” is this year’s theme for Murder on Broadway, an award-winning...

Fri, Jun 02
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The Movie Guru: ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ a masterpiece of a film

“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” is “The Empire Strikes Back” of the Spider-Verse movies. For the movie nerds out there, I mean that on nearly every level. “Across the Spider-Verse” is significantly weightier and more serious...

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Wed, Nov 05

The 5 Best Hair Salons Around Vail Valley

From sleek modern styles to effortless mountain-inspired looks, the hair salons of Vail Valley combine artistry with personal care. In a region known for its sense of style and sophistication, locals voted in the Best of Vail Valley contest to...

Wed, May 13
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Vail Valley Academy of Dance performs ‘Wizard of Oz’ this weekend

Get ready to follow the Yellow Brick Road through the Land of Oz as the Vail Valley Academy of Dance performs “Wizard of Oz” at the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek this weekend....

Wed, Mar 26
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Matt Nathanson to perform Thursday in Beaver Creek with KT Tunstall

For nearly 30 years, singer-songwriter Matt Nathanson has been engaging audiences with his heartfelt lyrics, infectious melodies and dynamic stage presence. Thursday, he brings his “Wheel of Song” to the Vilar Performing Arts Center in...

Fri, Jan 19
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A cookie gondola just opened at a Colorado ski resort

Paul and Crystal Klees, the owners of Mary’s Mountain Cookies in Granby, opened their cookie gondola at Winter Park Resort right after receiving a long-term mobile vending permit from the Winter Park Town Council on Jan. 3....

Fri, Sep 27
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Where to catch Vail Valley fall colors at their peak

Fall is that magical time when the aspens and scrub oak on the hillsides take time to shine. It’s a short time frame, and it looks like the valley will peak this weekend with a...

Fri, Jun 07
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The Giveaway Games: Get your SWAG and enter for giveaways at GoPro Mountain Games

The GoPro Mountain Games has been giving out SWAG (Stuff We All Get) since it began over 20 years ago. There are people who simply come to town to see what sort of stickers, hats,...

Thu, May 04
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GoPro Mountain Games to feature new CoLab Creator Stage

Each summer, the GoPro Mountain Games serve as a gathering place for athletes, artists, musicians and mountain lovers in Vail. With all of these impressive and creative minds in one place, why not bring some...

Wed, Dec 18
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Vail Friends of Dance present ‘The Nutcracker Ballet’ in Beaver Creek

Vail Friends of Dance presents students from the Vail Youth Ballet Company and Vail Valley Academy of Dance in the classic holiday production of “The Nutcracker” Dec. 19-21. Two guest artists who have performed with...

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Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best Runs - Beaver Creek

Beaver Creek Mountain is a fantastic place to explore. Best of Vail voters shared their favorite runs at the resort. If you don't have a local to show you all their favorite places, this list is the next best thing.

Fri, Mar 21
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Fashion meets philanthropy at Roundup Runway

Local models took to the catwalk to raise money for Roundup River Ranch on March 13 for an event called Roundup Runway. Wearing fashions from local retailers Grey Salt and Perch Vail/Elleston, the event, which...

Wed, Nov 29
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Warren Miller’s ‘All Time’ kicks off Vilar’s winter series in Beaver Creek

The Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek offers a robust lineup of performers this winter, but there’s no better way to start the season than with ski movies. Thursday night, the beloved Warren Miller...

Fri, Apr 26
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Eagle’s ShowDown Town free concert series lineup announced

The Vail Valley Foundation announced the 2024 lineup for the town of Eagle ShowDown Town concert series presented by Alpine Bank. This free offering runs most Thursday nights from June 27 to Aug. 15 at...

Fri, Aug 02
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Rocky Mountain National Park hosts astronomy festival this weekend

Rocky Mountain National Park’s 2024 Astronomy Festival is taking place Friday, Aug. 2 and Saturday, Aug. 3 on the east and west sides of the park. The festival will feature interactive daytime activities, evening presentations and night sky telescope...

Tue, Jul 25
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Bill McKay Band plays free ShowDown Town concert in Eagle Thursday

Bill McKay has a long, renowned history as a keyboardist, songwriter and singer, and Thursday he brings the best of his experience to Eagle for a free show through the Bill McKay Band. McKay is...

Fri, Mar 14
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Montauk grills fresh seafood in Vail’s Lionshead Village

Firmly ensconced like a particularly tenacious barnacle on the Vail dining scene, Montauk has been taking guests under the sea for more than three decades. With its unwavering commitment to freshness and flavor, Montauk celebrates...

Thu, Jun 29
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Big flavors and warm vibes at Kirby Cosmo’s, Minturn’s beloved barbecue joint

Nestled midway between Vail and Beaver Creek, fun and funky Minturn is its best self in the summertime. A massive weekly farmers’ market and concerts by the river punctuate the calendar, but the surrounding mountain...

Thu, Sep 26
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This weekend in the Vail Valley: Check out peeping awesome views, gourmet hikes and a race to Minturn

Hike, Wine and Dine The 16th annual Hike, Wine and Dine returns to the trails of Beaver Creek. This active fundraiser encourages folks to get out on the trail and enjoy the fall scenery of...

Wed, May 28
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Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening is coming to Vail’s Ford Amphitheater in August

Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening is coming to the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail on Aug. 7, with tickets going on sale this Friday at 10 a.m. The son of legendary Led Zeppelin drummer John...

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Fri, Oct 20

The top 5 pizza joints around Vail

Pizza cravings are a different type of craving, where nothing else satisfies that need for a cheesy, saucy slice. Luckily, you'll never have to ponder alternatives in the Vail Valley, where Vail Daily readers have provided you with their list...

Sat, Mar 29
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Carpe Wine: What makes a good wine festival?

Not all wine festivals are the same. There are a variety and each one offers different tasting opportunities and learning experiences. For instance, some wineries host their own, smaller festivals and some state wine associations...

Mon, Jul 24
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‘Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles’ comes to the Vilar in Beaver Creek Tuesday

The next best thing to seeing The Beatles live is experiencing Rain transport you back in time as the musicians present a note-for-note, multimedia experience of the fab four. Ironically, Rain has actually been playing...

Mon, Jun 29
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Laughter as Medicine event coming to Vail

SpeakUp ReachOut, whose mission is to prevent suicide in Eagle County, is proud to present the second annual Laughter As Medicine Comedy Show in partnership with Vail Comedy Show. This dual language comedy event will...

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Fri, Oct 20

Best fine dining locations across the Vail Valley

Looking for fine dining outside of the Vail and Beaver Creek resort areas? The community's local dining scene boasts culinary talent up and down the valley for you to discover. Here are the top non-resort fine dining restaurants as voted...

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Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best 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...

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Wed, Nov 05

Top sustainable organizations around Vail Valley

Sustainability runs deep in Vail Valley’s culture, where protecting the mountains and community go hand in hand. From conservation programs to zero-waste initiatives, local organizations are leading efforts to preserve the valley’s beauty and strengthen its future. The Best of...

Tue, May 02
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Benderz Burgers opens in Edwards with a 3-day, $3 burger special

Avon-based Benderz Burgers is pleased to announce it is officially open in Edwards and welcoming patrons with a 3-day, $3 burger special that started on Tuesday and runs through Thursday as part of its Grand...

Sun, Jun 22
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Artist spotlight: Wu Man, Davóne Tines among performers to see in Vail Valley this summer

Wu Man Wu Man is an accomplished composer, educator, and one of the most prominent instrumentalists of traditional Chinese music. Having premiered hundreds of new works for the pipa and spearheaded multimedia projects to preserve and raise...

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Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best Artists - Painters Around Vail

Vail Valley is not just a feast for the eyes with its stunning landscapes; it’s also home to a vibrant community of talented painters who bring the beauty of the region to life on canvas. The Best of Vail Valley...

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