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Sunglasses, Canine, Dog, Pet.
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Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best Pet Groomings Around Vail

Whether you're looking to pamper your pup or just need someone to deal with your stinky friend for you, these pet groomers will wow you just like it did the voters in this year's Best of Vail competition. They go...

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Thu, Jun 12
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This weekend: Vail Craft Beer Classic, chairlifts open and farmers markets return to the Vail Valley

Chair lifts open at Vail and Beaver Creek Vail Mountain will operate Gondola One and the Eagle Bahn Gondola and Beaver Creek will open Centennial Express for the summer season this weekend. Lifts will run...

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Fri, Oct 20

Top 5 Eye Care Services Around Vail

If you've been having trouble seeing, these Best of Vail winners can help. They offer comprehensive eye exams, treatment for ocular issues and a wide selection of eyewear — because if you're in the Vail Valley, you have to be...

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Thu, Mar 07
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Meet Your Musician: Jei Pir and Mariah Schab

Q: What is your stage/band name? A: Jei Pir Featuring Mariah Schab or Mariah Schab Featuring Jei Pir  Pir is a Mexican musician, composer and producer who loves rock and roll. When he was a...

Cat, Kitten, Baby, Person.
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Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best Veterinary Practices Around Vail

Pets are family, so it's important to find the best care possible for them. Best of Vail voters have spoken and these vets are the best at keeping your best friend happy and healthy, with a wide range of services...

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Sat, Dec 16
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Après at The Amp in Vail is back and bigger in April

After a successful inaugural event in April 2023, the Vail Valley Foundation will again open Vail’s Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater for the return of Après at The Amp, April 5-6, 2024. This special outdoor winter...

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Thu, Jun 27
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The Movie Guru: ‘Horizon: An American Saga’ never gets off the ground, but ‘Ultraman: Rising’ soars

Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 (in theaters) Westerns may be a dying breed, but sadly so are editors. For example, Kevin Costner’s “Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1” could have desperately used...

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Sat, Apr 19
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One student’s love affair with local history spawns a book about a mysterious mine

Malcolm Osborn, a senior at Vail Christian High School, can now add book author to his resume. What started out as an independent study project has now taken on a life of its own as...

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Thu, Feb 08
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Students get schooled in the art of the meal by celebrity chef Diane Kochilas at Beaver Creek Culinary Weekend

Among the renowned chefs in town for the Beaver Creek Winter Culinary Weekend was a group of local middle school students. The students, all members of Vail Valley Foundation’s YouthPower365’s middle school culinary club, joined...

Furniture, Indoors, Lounge, Handbag.
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Thu, 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...

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Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best Craft Beer Selections (Liquor Store) Around Vail

Folks are serious about their craft beer in Colorado, and these liquor stores in the Vail area offer selections that are wide enough to impress even the most discerning brew masters. Best of Vail voters are sure of it.

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Sat, Jun 17
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Vail Symposium to host two talks this week: ‘Gun Violence in America’ and ‘Native Americans Essential Understanding’

Historian Clay Jenkinson is one of the Vail Symposium’s most popular speakers. On Tuesday, June 20, at Eagle River Presbyterian Church, he returns for the latest installment in his “Conversations on Controversial Issues” series speaking...

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Fri, Nov 01
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No trick, just treats: The Belden Witch offers healing potions, elixirs and tonics

For centuries, the word witch has conjured up images of characters dressed in black wearing a pointed hat riding on broomsticks, creating potions and brews, casting spells and following the cycles of the moon but...

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Sat, Jan 18
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Beyond Golf to take over vacant space on Capitol Street in Eagle

There’s been a lot of buzz about what was going into the empty restaurant space on Capitol Street in Eagle and the announcement was just made this week that Omaha, Nebraska-based Beyond Golf will be...

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Fri, Jun 13
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Farmers market season begins in the Vail Valley

Edwards Farmers Market The Edwards Farmers Market starts the season off Saturday and will run weekly until Sept. 20 at the upper level of the Edwards Plaza from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The market has moved...

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Sat, Aug 10
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The Pour: Wines for beer lovers

I can navigate most wine lists pretty easily, but I admit I feel intimidated and overwhelmed when I walk into Vail Brewing Company for a beer. Like wine, there is a huge variety of beers...

Field, Grass, Nature, Outdoors.
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Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best 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...

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Thu, Aug 10
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Block Party Eagle goes big with 15 bands, camping, food, drinks, craft vendors and more

Block Party Eagle offers everything summer concerts in the Rocky Mountains should be: renowned musicians, food and drink, camping and a sense of community gathering under a (hopefully) vast blue sky. Aug. 11-13, Block Party...

Money, Coin, Locket, Dollar.
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Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best Banks Around Vail

Choosing where to keep your savings or who to get a loan from is a big decision. Luckily, these financial institutions are here meet the diverse financial needs of the Vail community with a wide variety of services. Furthermore, these...

Beverage, Coffee, Coffee Cup, Cup.
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Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best Coffees Around Vail

The Vail Valley boasts many excellent locales to cozy up with a cup of Joe. Whether you take it black or with lots of cream and sugar, these local favorites will keep you content and caffeinated.

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Sat, Oct 05
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Carpe Wine: Orange wine may be the flavor of the season, but it’s no new fad

Tis the season for everything orange and pumpkin spice, including wine. I’m referring to orange wine, which has nothing to do with pumpkins, may have a little spice, and is not made from oranges …...

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Sat, Jul 08
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49 Winchester plays free show in Vail Tuesday

49 Winchester’s latest album, “Fortune Favors the Bold,” pretty much sums it up. The proverb points to how great rewards lie ahead for people who take risks, and the band — launched from a group...

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Sun, Jun 23
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The Bookworm of Edwards to host talk on creating fictional worlds in books and games

Calling all science fiction and fantasy readers, writers and tabletop roleplaying game-masters: Creating worlds from scratch for story-telling in books and games can be very intimidating and difficult. Luckily, Colorado award-winning author Olivia Chadha and...

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Wed, Apr 02
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Vail Mountain School performs ‘Mamma Mia!’ this weekend

Little did ABBA, the Swedish pop group of the 1970s and 80s, know that when they released its song, “Mamma Mia” in 1975 it would stick for generations to come. Not only is it a...

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Fri, Jul 12
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A cut above: From Edwards to Eagle, local restauranteur brings his own perspective to the Vail Valley

When Casey Glowacki first purchased Eat! Drink! and Cut: Artisan Meats and Seafood in Edwards, there was a lot of talk about the “guy from Charleston” who bought the business. A popular spot for happy...

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Thu, Oct 24

The 5 Best Grocery Stores Around Vail

Sure, the Vail Valley's dinning scene is next level, but sometimes you want to stay in and make your favorite dish yourself. These are the spots the locals go when they want the freshest ingredients and the best grocery selection.

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Thu, Dec 21
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How to make the most of Christmas weekend in the Vail Valley

Christmas services This weekend, Christmas Eve is on Sunday and Christmas Day on Monday. Area houses of worship like Vail Interfaith Chapel, the Chapel at Beaver Creek and the Edwards Interfaith Chapel will all be...

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Wed, Jul 17
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Straight No Chaser brings the ’90s back to Beaver Creek

Barbershop quartets are one thing, but when nine men take the stage to sing a cappella, the harmonies become much richer, leading to a much bigger and more powerful sound. “It’s a little different with...

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Fri, Sep 20
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Learn about the wolves of Yellowstone at the Vilar Performing Arts Center

National Geographic Live comes to the Vilar Performing Arts Center with wildlife biologist Doug Smith discussing wolves in a public talk on Sunday, Sept. 22, and a STARS talk specially designed for students on Monday,...

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Thu, Dec 12
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Grace Potter ready to rock Birds of Prey World Cup crowds

Rocker Grace Potter has played in the Vail Valley several times, but it is fitting for the Vermont native with a ski racing background to take the stage in Beaver Creek during the women’s Birds...

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Mon, Oct 09
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Vail Comedy Show returns this week with headliner Orion Levine

Vail Comedy Show is back on Wednesday, Oct. 11 in Eagle at Moe’s Original BBQ and on Thursday, Oct. 12 in Vail Village at Shakedown Bar. Los Angeles comedian Orion Levine from “The Late Late Show...

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Wed, Nov 05

The 6 Best Places For A Romantic Date (Restaurant) Around Vail Valley

In a setting as naturally beautiful as Vail Valley, romance often comes with a mountain view. Whether it’s a candlelit dinner after a day on the slopes or a quiet evening shared over a bottle of wine, locals and visitors...

Tue, Apr 25
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Minturn’s Antique Accents may be forced to close after 31 years on the town’s Main Street

Antique Accents owner Rebecca Callender for years has called Minturn home. Those years may come to an end April 30. Callender said the store’s current space, 105 Main Street, was recently sold and she was...

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Fri, Jan 17
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Ballet Hispánico kicks off Vilar’s Winter Dance Series in Beaver Creek

Vilar Performing Art Center’s Winter Dance Series highlights diversity and distinction with four separate performances featuring contemporary dance companies. Tuesday, Ballet Hispánico kicks the series off with three works, which highlight three different Latino cultures....

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Thu, Feb 15
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The Movie Guru: ‘Lisa Frankenstein’ falls flat, but animated offerings have charm

Lisa Frankenstein (in theaters) Oh, Lisa. I hoped for so much more from you. On paper, “Lisa Frankenstein” seems like the most fun you could have at the movies. A teenage girl in the 1980s,...

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Thu, Jul 20
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David Sedaris slays at sold-out Vilar show with wickedly funny prose

Only David Sedaris can open an essay talking about his first encounter with his husband wearing boxers (which he hates) and then somehow — naturally, even — delve into baggage around his father and finances. Yet,...

French fries
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Wed, Nov 05

The 5 Best Places for French Fries Around Vail Valley

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfectly salted—few side dishes spark as much universal devotion as French fries. Whether paired with a craft burger, fresh-caught fish, or enjoyed solo, fries hold a special place on menus across...

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Thu, Feb 27
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Daniel Hope brings the Polish Chamber Orchestra to Beaver Creek

After nearly 20 years, the Polish Chamber Orchestra returns to the United States, and the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek is one of only four venues in the nation where they’re performing, along...

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Thu, Apr 17
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Vail staple has been offering Bridge Street’s best pizza for 40 years

Celebrating 40 years as a family-owned and operated establishment, Vendetta’s is a local favorite while also offering a welcoming family atmosphere. For those looking for a slice of their famous pizza for lunch, or the...

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Sun, Jun 01
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The Movie Guru: ‘Karate Kid: Legends’ a delight, while ‘Fountain of Youth’ flawed but entertaining

‘Karate Kid: Legends‘ If you have any fondness for the original Karate Kid movies, you need to see “Karate Kid: Legends.” Instead of re-creating an empty shell of a classic property, someone in the creative...

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Wed, Nov 05

The 5 best taco spots in Vail Valley

Few foods capture the spirit of casual dining in Vail Valley like tacos. Whether served from a sleek modern cantina or a classic neighborhood grill, these hand-held creations showcase inventive flavor combinations and regional flair. Locals showed their love in...

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Fri, Jun 16
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Stevens: How to make the most of your first Bravo! Vail experience

As a long-time Bravo! Vail staff member, I have enjoyed working at the box office and getting to know our loyal patrons over the years, as well as meeting out-of-town visitors and first-time attendees. I...

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Thu, Feb 20
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Hale to Vail celebrates 10th Mountain Division’s World War II feats 80 years ago

Eighty years ago, 700 soldiers started an uphill battle — literally — as they scaled the walls of Riva Ridge in Italy to perform a surprise attack on the German soldiers who had held a...

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Thu, Jan 09
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Ice sculptures, live music and bonfires this weekend in the Vail Valley

18th Annual Vail Winterfest Since Jan. 2, the two-man team from Alpine Ice has been scraping, sawing and shaping blocks of ice into beautiful sculptures of larger-than-life owls for this year’s Night Owls exhibit for...

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Tue, Dec 12
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2023 Vail Film Festival announces winning films

Organizers of the 20th annual Vail Film Festival, which took place earlier this month, have announced the official award recipients for this year’s festival. “We received so many great films this year that it was...

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Sun, Mar 03
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BODYTRAFFIC hits the Beaver Creek stage in March

Movement — both physical and conceptual — is the only common language shared by all humankind. Internationally acclaimed BODYTRAFFIC, a dance company based in Los Angeles, seeks to elevate dance beyond an art form to...

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Thu, Aug 17
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Comedian Craig Ferguson brings big laughter to the Vilar Saturday

Perhaps best known for hosting the “Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson” on CBS for a decade, the wildly popular comedian takes the stage at the Vilar Performing Arts Center Saturday. The CBS late show...

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Wed, Nov 05

The 5 Best Local Musicians/Bands Around Vail Valley

Music is the pulse of Vail Valley, echoing from mountaintop stages to cozy bar corners all year long. In the Best of Vail Valley contest, locals cast their votes for the artists and bands who give the region its unmistakable...

Grass, Lawn, Device, Lawn Mower.
  • Best of the Best 2023
Fri, Oct 20

Best Vail Area Landscape Services

It's not easy growing things at Vail's high altitude but these landscape professionals will have your property looking like a magic garden. They can design and build the landscape of your dreams, and their years of experience guarantee they will...

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Fri, Oct 24

The 5 Best Grocery Stores Around Vail

Sure, the Vail Valley's dinning scene is next level, but sometimes you want to stay in and make your favorite dish yourself. These are the spots the locals go when they want the freshest ingredients and the best grocery selection.

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