There’s always something happening in Vail! Plan your vacation around one of our annual Vail Colorado events and make your summer getaway extra memorable. From comedy festivals to craft beer events and free live music, there is something for everyone’s interest. Book your vacation home with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and enjoy the privacy and space of our luxury accommodations. Read on to learn more about the top summer events in Vail Valley:
Plan your vacation around Memorial Day and attend the Vail Comedy Festival for three days of hilarious fun. This event will feature 30+ comedians, family-friendly entertainment, and over 20 events.
The Springfree Bluegrass Festival is another fantastic Memorial Day weekend event, offering free live music all weekend long.
Experience the country’s most celebrated adventure sports, art, and music festival at the GoPro Mountain Games. Spectators can enjoy fun adventure sports like biking, kayaking, rating, climbing, and yoga. Daytime music and art activations will be free.
Calling all craft beer lovers to the annual Vail Craft Beer Classic event in the Village. Sample drinks from breweries across Colorado, vote for your favorite drink, listen to live music and dine at the food trucks. If you’re more of a wine lover, plan your visit to the Vail Wine Classic in August instead!
Plan a vacation in Vail on the 4th of July and attend the Vail America Days celebrations. Enjoy a classic Independence Day with parades, family entertainment, a patriotic concert, and fireworks.
No matter when you plan your summer vacation, there are fun events to attend throughout Vail Valley. From Hot Summer Nights, which offers free music every Tuesday, to the Town of Eagle Showdown Town’s free Thursday concerts, there is something for everyone!
Attend one of these fun Vail Colorado events and make the most of your summer vacation with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Browse our Vail Valley vacation homes and find the perfect basecamp for your Colorado adventures. Whether you are looking for a one-bedroom condo in the heart of the Village or a luxurious five-bedroom home for the whole family, we have you covered. If you need assistance reserving your Vail getaway, please contact us at 1-800-571-0055.
Stroll through the Bavarian-inspired Vail Village and discover the town’s best shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Today, we will highlight the best shopping in Vail, from charming clothing boutiques to art galleries and ski shops. Stay with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services in Vail Village, Lionshead, West Vail, or East Vail and easily access the villages from your vacation rental. Shop til you drop and bring home a piece of Vail from one of these shops:
Vail Sports offers ski gear and rentals throughout Lionshead and Vail Village. Let the helpful staff help you find the best ski gear for your mountain adventures!
Since its inception in 1975, The Golden Bear has become The Symbol of Vail Valley, with their iconic Golden Bear jewelry. Shop for one-of-a-kind necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, and charms, and bring home a piece of Vail!
After strolling through the paths of the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, stop at the gift shop for some unique shopping. Browse the collection of locally and nationally sourced items and support local Colorado artists and creators!
If you visit us in the summer, a stop at the Vail Farmers Market and Art Show is a must! Shop from over 140 tents, including over 40 food vendors and over a dozen artisans.
Shop Vail Village art galleries and find locally made artwork to decorate your home! Some of the most popular art galleries include Vail Village Arts, Raitman Art Galleries, and Artful Sol Gallery.
Stop at The Market at Vail and shop for locally made gourmet products. Or pick up some groceries and prepare meals from your Vail vacation rental during your getaway!
Stay in our Vail Village vacation rentals and enjoy fantastic shopping in Vail, just steps from your property. Choose from our one to four-bedroom vacation rentals and enjoy amenities like fully-equipped kitchens, patios, and ski storage. Book your Colorado getaway with us today and fulfill your luxury lifestyle dream in Vail!
Vail may be known for its epic skiing, but beyond the slopes, our mountain town offers an impressive culinary scene. During your getaway with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties, we invite you to try the best sushi in Vail. From the Michelin-recognized Osaki’s to Matsuhisa, created by a renowned chef, here are the top places to get sushi around Vail:
Matsuhisa, in the heart of Vail Village, is owned and operated by renowned Chef Nobu. Chef Nobu draws influences from his training around the world to create a one-of-a-kind menu. The restaurant features sushi and sashimi, including its signature yellowtail sashimi with jalapeno. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere and mountain views during your meal!
Enjoy the intimate setting of Yama Sushi while enjoying sophisticated Japanese sushi, including nigiri, sashimi, yasai, and maki. Pair your sushi with a specialty cocktail!
Osaki’s is committed to providing the finest Japanese cuisine in Vail, handpicking the freshest quality fish daily. The menu changes daily based on what fish the restaurant receives from Japan. Check the menu on Osaki’s YouTube channel before your visit!
Hooked Beaver Creek is known for its combination of fresh seafood and Rocky Mountain cuisine. Seafood is flown into the restaurant within 24 hours of being pulled from the ocean. Fish varies daily, but they offer a whole fish menu where you can customize your meal as rolls, nigiri, or sashimi.
Nozawa offers fresh and authentic Asian cuisine in Avon. Choose from a wide variety of nigiri or sashimi, or order their special Nozawa roll.
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Treat yourself to some delicious sushi in Vail during your getaway with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. We represent a broad range of luxury vacation rentals in Vail Valley, from Arrowhead to East Vail. Whether you are looking for a condo rental for two or a multi-family home, we have you covered. Check out our specials and book your Vail vacation today!
Vail, Colorado, is world-renowned for its epic skiing and is home to the second-largest ski resort in North America. Vail Ski Resort offers 5,317 skiable acres, including the epic Vail back bowls away from the main base. These back bowls have reached legendary status, offering 2,785 skiable acres on 47 trails for all skill levels. Get off the beaten path, discover the epic powder skiing of Vail’s backcountry, and choose Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties to host your getaway!
Enjoy some of the best skiing in the country at the Vail Back Bowls. Use this map for assistance and purchase lift tickets to access the epic back bowls. Stop at the Legacy Hut at the top of Mountain Top Express and purchase postcards of the Vail back bowls for the perfect souvenir!
Total Acres: 625
Chairlift Access: #3 and #17
Sun Down Bowl is known for having the most skiable acres of the back bowls, offering complicated and hidden terrain for more advanced skiers.
Total Acres: 475.2
Chairlift Access: #5 and #19
Sun Up Bowl is Vail’s first bowl to feature the legendary Back Bowls Corbel, denoting the area’s most famous peaks.
Total Acres: 277
Chairlift Access: #36
Tea Cup Bowl is one of the lesser-known back bowls, hidden between Sun Up and China Bowl.
Total Acres: 601
Chairlift Access: #21 and #36
China Bowl offers wide-open intermediate bowl skiing and steep extremes.
Total Acres: 336
Chairlift Access: #21 and #22
Siberia Bowl offers something for every ski level, including low-angle open glades, large cliffs, and steep vertical drops.
Total Acres: 470
Chairlift Access: #21 and #22
Inner and Outer Mongolia Bowls is the best option for skiers looking for secluded, expert backcountry terrain.
Discover the Vail back bowls during your winter getaway with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties. Stay close to the action with our vacation rentals in Vail Village, just a short walk away from the ski slopes of Vail Mountain. Whether you are planning a couples retreat or a family getaway, we have the perfect property for your winter getaway in Vail!
The Vail Ski Resort is one of the top places to ski in the country, but our mountain town offers much more beyond the slopes! Whether you are looking for a break from the slopes or want to try something new, there are plenty of things to do in Vail for non-skiers. Choose Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties to host your winter getaway and stay in the heart of Vail!
One of the most magical winter activities is strolling through the Bavarian-style villages surrounding Vail. Explore Vail Village and discover fantastic shopping, dining, and entertainment! Then hop on the free bus to Lionshead Village and enjoy the old-world European charm during your exploration. We recommend checking out the ice skating rinks here: Alderhof Ice Rink and Solaris Plaza Ice Rink!
Slow down this winter and explore the Vail backcountry on our snowshoe and cross-country ski trails. Visit the Vail Nordic Center and enjoy 17km of groomed trails in the heart of town, or head to the Vail Pass Recreation Area and discover 55,000 acres of backcountry trails!
Experience exhilarating winter exploration with a guided snowmobile tour. Vail Backcountry Tours offers the most convenient option just across the street from Vail Mountain. Take in views of breathtaking terrain and stop at a private yurt for a beverage and a snack.
Sign up for a sleigh or gondola ride and see Vail from a new perspective this winter! Cozy up on a horse-drawn sleigh ride with Bearcat Stables or 4 Eagle Ranch and enjoy majestic Vail Valley views while sipping on your favorite beverage. We also recommend the Winter Scenic Gondola Ride for breathtaking views of the Gore Range!
Indulge in luxury this winter with a revitalizing Vail spa treatment! The RockResorts Spa at The Lodge at Vail offers fantastic alpine-inspired treatments for your getaway. Choose from facials, massages, body treatments, facial sculpting, waxing, and more.
Plan your winter getaway with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and discover the best things to do in Vail for non-skiers. We offer the best Beaver Creek and Vail vacation home rentals in a wide selection of private homes and condos to suit everyone’s needs. Whether you are looking for a one-bedroom condo for couples or a five-bedroom home for your extended family, we have you covered!