November 2008
Martin Sexton in Concert
11/01/08
Where: Vilar Performing Arts Center
When: 7:30 PM
Details: Martin Sexton is one of the most talked-about recent arrivals to the "new folk" acoustic music scene. The guitarist, singer and songwriter has an amazing vocal range and makes effective use of it in his spirited live shows. Unlike so many other contemporary singer/songwriters, his vocal style can best be described as soulful, combining the best qualities of singers like Van Morrison, Al Green, Aaron Neville, and Otis Redding.
39th Annual Ski & Snowboard Swap
11/07/08 - 11/08/08
Where:Dobson Ice Arena, Vail
When:Fri, Nov 7: 5-11 pm; Sat, Nov 8: 10 am-6 pm
Details:The Swap is the largest of its kind in Colorado. Held annually on the last weekend of October, shoppers choose from literally thousands of great new and used winter sports items. Find everything from alpine, telemark and nordic skis, snowboards, boots, goggles, poles, gloves, jackets, and much more... Call for times, prices and to sell gear!
David Cabassi Van Cliburn Piano Finalist
11/07/08
Where:Vilar Performing Arts Center
When: 12:00 PM
Details:ABOUT DAVIDE CABASSI : Davide Cabassi made his orchestral debut at the age of 13 with the RAI Symphony Orchestra in Milan. Appreciated for the warmth and sincerity he brings to his performances, Cabassi has been popular with U.S. presenters and audiences since he was declared a winner of the 12th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in June 2005.
Vail Opening Day
11/21/08
Where:Vail Mountain
Details: The 21st of November breathes life into yet another wonderful season on Vail Mountain, offering 6,000+ acres of terrain and the most diverse skiing experience in North America. Experience the magic of Vail as she opens her arms to a season of sun and snow.
Beaver Creek Opening Day
11/26/08
Where:Beaver Creek Resort
Details:Opening for the season on November 26, 2008, Beaver Creek Resort enters yet another season of providing the very finest in snow, hospitality and service, from the top ski school in North America to the finest dining and wine. Join us as we start another season of soft, deep snow and the warmth of the Colorado sun.
World's Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition
11/26/08
Where: Beaver Creek Village
When:2:00 PM
Details:On Opening Day, 5 finalists bake 1,000 cookies each and serve them in the village at 2:00pm until supplies run out. Guests have the opportunity to sample all of the cookies and vote for their favorite. The winning recipe will be crowned the official recipe of Beaver Creek and will be published on the website. Warning! There are no friends on a Cookie Day.
Tree Lighting and Gingerbread House Competition
11/28/08
Where:Beaver Creek Village
Details:Fantasy Gingerbread House Competition & Auction Bid on these works of culinary art and support the local chapter of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Beaver Creek Village becomes a fairytale setting - holiday lights, carols, Santa and more!
Vail Tannenbaum Festival
11/28/08 - 12/13/08
Where:Vail Village
Details:The Vail Chamber & Business Association and the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum have teamed up to organize Vail's first Tannenbaum Festival. Decorated store fronts and wreaths, lighted Tannenbaums, restaurant specials, lodging deals, Santa visits, children's activities and holiday music throughout Vail will be part of the festival.
December 2008
Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy
12/02/08
Where: Vilar Performing Arts Center
When: 7:30 PM
Details:Direct from Broadway, “Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy” is an exotic encounter inspired by nature’s unpredictable creations and brought to life by an international cast of 25 soaring aerialists, spine-bending contortionists, acrobats, jugglers and musicians. The astounding feats performed in this action-packed Cirque Dream are enhanced with over 150 spectacular costumes and set in a fantastical jungle ignited by striking visual effects. In the ongoing tradition of extravagant touring shows, Neil Goldberg and Cirque Productions continue to blend European artistry with circus and Broadway theatrics in a dramatic fashion that transcends imagination and leaves its’ narration to the eyes of the beholder.
2008 Birds of Prey World Cup Race Week
12/04/08 - 12/07/08
Where:Beaver Creek Mountain
When:various
Details:This exciting week of alpine ski racing will once again mark the only men's World Cup event in the United States in 2008 and the only World Cup site for men that features four events: Downhill, Super-G, Giant Slalom and Super Combined. Stay tuned to the website for announcements, schedule confirmations and more details, including parties, about the hottest skiing event on North American snow!
Wine & Spirits Series
12/04/08 - 12/06/08
Where: Beaver Creek Village
Details:Join us for a weekend of wine and spirits seminars, tastings, and dinners in Beaver Creek Village. Your host, Anthony Dias Blue, is a recognized food, wine, and travel expert. He is a published author, columnist, TV, and radio personality and his company runs numerous food and wine events and competitions throughout the world. His James Beard award-winning work spans all forms of media and is circulated to more than 50,000,000 people each month.
Vail Snow Daze
12/08/08 - 12/14/08
Where: Vail Mountain, Vail Village
Details: Come celebrate the start of the winter season at Vail with the biggest early season party in North America, featuring a week-long calendar packed with daytime and nighttime events and activities! Daily DJ's spinning at the base areas, on-mountain bands, FREE Ski Tips from Vail Snowsports School, the celebration of Vail's birthday, snowball eating contests and more! The week is highlighted by three nights of entertainment, updates coming soon! . Do not miss the Dummy Gelunde World Championships - watch your favorite “dummy” crash and burn off the big air jump at Golden Peak! After dark, the fun continues with nightly entertainment all around town; bar parties, a fashion show, and Dine Around Vail (discounts at Vail's top restaurants) and more! Vail Snow Daze- the biggest early season party in North America- be a kid again…skip school because it's snowing in Vail!
"A CHRISTMAS CAROL," HOLIDAY CLASSIC
12/23/08
Where: Vilar Performing Arts Center
When: 4:00 PM
Details: ABOUT "A CHRISTMAS CAROL:" Charles Dickens’ “ghostly little tale” has become a holiday tradition for millions of families. The best known- and best loved – phantoms in literature are the spirit guides who magically transport the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge through time and space in a quest for the true meaning of Christmas. The critically acclaimed Nebraska Theatre Caravan returns for an encore engagement with their interpretation of this enduring story with incredible music, costuming and holiday cheer in two special performances which include a matinee.
Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats
12/25/08 - 12/26/08
Where:Vilar Performing Arts Center
When: 4:30 PM
Details: “Chinese Acrobats Offer Timeless Thrills: The impossible can be achieved, and once achieved surpassed, then surpassed again.” —The Associated Press. A runaway hit several years running in New York City and Beaver Creek, the Golden Dragon Acrobats return this holiday season to thrill audiences of all ages. Their spellbinding feats are physically daring, yet gracefully executed. This family-friendly show will leave everyone – from kids to grandparents – in quiet awe of the athletic prowess and gracefulness of these performers. Don’t miss this highly anticipated encore event!
Dionne Warwick in Concert
12/27/08
Where: Vilar Performing Arts Center
When:7:30 PM
Details:Dionne Warwick has, over an illustrious four-decade career, established herself as an international musical legend. Her reputation as a hit maker has been firmly etched into public consciousness, thanks to nearly sixty charted hits since “Don’t Make Me Over” began its climb up the charts in December 1962. As a performer, she has charmed and entertained audiences on every continent, amassing a worldwide audience.
QUARTET SAN FRANCISCO
12/28/08
Where:Vilar Performing Arts Center
When:6:30 PM
Details:Quartet San Francisco expresses itself in its agility and standout virtuosic playing. They excel in multiple styles — from jazz to tango, pop to funk, blues to bluegrass, gypsy swing to big band and beyond.
THE LOWE FAMILY
12/29/08
Where: Vilar Performing Arts Center
When: 6:30 PM
Details: Through music, song and dance, the Lowe Family offers an amazing blend of show-stopping classical, Broadway, Irish, jazz, bluegrass, old-time favorites, spectacular dance, 6-part harmony, gospel and more.
January 2009
THREE DOG NIGHT
01/02/09
Where: Vilar Performing Arts Center
When: 7:30 PM
Details: Iconic rock band Three Dog Night spent most of the 1970s on the top of the charts selling millions of records. From “Joy to the World,” “One is the Loneliest Number” and “Mama Told Me Not to Come” to “Shambala,” the band is undoubtedly one of the most popular bands in American rock history.
25th ANNIVERSARY TOUR OF "NUNSENSE" Starring SALLY STRUTHERS
01/08/09
Where: Vilar Performing Arts Center
When: 7:30 PM
Details:The New York Times dubs the 25th Anniversary tour of “Nunsense” “a hail of fun and frolic.” Starring Sally Struthers, the two-time Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner, as the Mother Superior who leads the nuns in a variety show to raise funds for the burials of 52 other nuns accidentally poisoned by the cook.
Kim Reichhelm's Ski Adventures
01/08/09 - 01/13/09
Where: Beaver Creek Mountain
Details: Arrive on Thursday, January 8th, ski 4 days, stay 5 nights, depart Tuesday, January 13th. Package includes 4-day clinic with lift tickets, welcome reception, 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners, 3 après ski parties with video review, Pro-Tech hosted ski and boot workshop, demo equipment and gift bag. This clinic is designed for beginner and lower intermediate skiers looking to improve technique and confidence, learn about proper equipment, meet skiers of the same ability, and have fun on and off the slopes.
Wine & Spirits Series
01/08/09 - 01/10/09
Where: Beaver Creek Village
Details:Join us for a weekend of wine and spirits seminars, tastings, and dinners in Beaver Creek Village. Your host, Anthony Dias Blue, is a recognized food, wine, and travel expert. He is a published author, columnist, TV, and radio personality and his company runs numerous food and wine events and competitions throughout the world.
Women's Health Mountain Mama Weekend
01/15/09 - 01/17/09
Where: Beaver Creek Village
When:All Day
Details:Join us as Women's Health Magazine comes to Beaver Creek Village for a weekend of activities, demos, sampling and more. Schedule of Events: 8:00am - 10:00am Mountain Mama Kit Giveaways in Beaver Creek Village 8:00am Mountain Mama Lounge at the base of the escalators opens Elevation Station on the snow at the base of the Centennial Express chairlift opens with morning stretches, coffee, hot chocolate, and Nature's Path oatmeal.
"LAST COMIC STANDING" TOUR
01/17/09
Where:Vilar Performing Arts Center
When:7:30 PM
Details:Watch the finalists of the Emmy-nominated NBC hit show “Last Comic Standing” take the Vilar Center by storm! This special tour features the final contestants from the 6th season in a showcase of some of the best comedy on the road today.
Leann Rimes In Concert
01/21/09
Where:Vilar Performing Arts Center
When: 7:30 PM
Details:Country music sensation LeAnn Rimes has won two Grammy Awards, including the first Best New Artist accolade ever won by a country artist. She has sold more than 37 million records, won an American Music Award, three Academy of Country Music honors and 12 Billboard Awards.
Bon Appetit Wine & Culinary Focus
01/29/09 - 01/31/09
Where:Beaver Creek Village
Details: Join us for Beaver Creek's celebration of all things culinary with Bon Appetit Magazine. The festival features a 'Master Chef Challenge' similar to the Iron Chef competition, and the ever popular Grand Tasting at the Park Hyatt Resort and Spa on Friday night. Not to mention the Celebrity Chef Ski Race on Saturday.
February 2009
The Honda Session
02/06/09 - 02/08/09
Where:Gold Peak
Details: The world's most progressive snowboard competition returns to Vail. This is your chance to see snowboarding's elite as they tackle the most innovative rails and big-air courses anywhere. Add parties, music, a base camp, clinics, giant fireballs and a huge payout and you get a snowboard event of epic proportions.
She Skis
02/26/09 - 03/01/09
Where:Vail Mountain
Details: She Skis - A Women-Only Ski-Testing Clinic She Skis is a three-day clinic for intermediate to advanced female skiers and is organized by SKI Magazine's former women's ski test director Krista Crabtree. This intensive and fun clinic is designed to enhance equipment knowledge and technique through the testing of next year's woman-specific skis (a season before the gear becomes available to the regular public) on Vail's diverse terrain.
March 2009
She Skis
02/26/09 - 03/01/09
Where:Vail Mountain
Details: She Skis - A Women-Only Ski-Testing Clinic She Skis is a three-day clinic for intermediate to advanced female skiers and is organized by SKI Magazine's former women's ski test director Krista Crabtree. This intensive and fun clinic is designed to enhance equipment knowledge and technique through the testing of next year's woman-specific skis (a season before the gear becomes available to the regular public) on Vail's diverse terrain.
April 2009
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