Events in Vail Valley

The 2026 VRD Bloch & Chapleau Town Mountain Bike Race Series returns for its 40th year to offer fun and exciting racing to mountain bikers of all ages and experience levels. This summer over 1,200 riders of all ages and ability levels will compete for over $30,000 in prizes and priceless bragging rights. Whether competing in an individual race or signing up for the entire series, racers have the chance to win prizes, free beer and personal glory.

Davos Dash | Begins at the intersection of Chamonix Lane and Chamonix Road behind the Highline DoubleTree by Hilton and ends at the radio tower at the top of Davos.

Son of Middle Creek Enduro | A timed portion of this enduro race starts approximately 1.45 miles from the top of Son of Middle Creek trail in the flat are before the last (heinous) climb before the rock drop and true descent.

Vail Grind | Starting at Gondola One, climbing up to Mid-Vail on Vail Mountain and finishing back at Gondola One.

Explore Fresh Local Produce and Artisanal Goods with Over 155 Vendors Each Sunday.

Set against the scenic backdrop of Vail, the Thursday Meadow Market offers a relaxed, midweek escape filled with local flavor and charm. Browse a thoughtfully selected mix of Colorado-grown produce, freshly baked goods, artisan foods, and handcrafted creations. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon connecting with farmers, makers, and friends while soaking in the fresh mountain air. Whether you’re stocking up for the weekend, looking for the perfect gift, or simply enjoying the slower pace, the Thursday Meadow Market is your place to savor the best of Colorado in a beautiful alpine setting.

The Bravo! Vail Music Festival continues in 2026 to bring world-renowned musicians to picturesque venues throughout Vail for nearly seven weeks, drawing music lovers from around the world. It’s the only festival in North America to host four of the world’s finest orchestras in a single season.

Recognized for its refined sound and vibrant interpretations of the classical canon, the London-based Academy of St Martin in the Fields returns to Bravo! Vail for its fifth residency, opening the Festival’s 39th season.

The Academy of St Martin in the Fields returns to open Bravo! Vail’s 39th Festival season with the first of two concerts featuring Beethoven’s Piano Concertos. Artistic Director Anne-Marie McDermott performs Concerto Nos. 2, 3, and 4.    

Brothers Osborne are one of music’s most consistently adventurous bands, a duo connected not just by blood but by a lifetime of performing together and a shared working-class upbringing in Deale, Maryland. Multi-award winners John and TJ Osborne are leaders of a progressive yet deeply rooted school of country music and widely regarded as faces of the new generation of Nashville.

This is Matteo Bocelli – the multi-skilled artist, the down-to-earth, yet romantic dreamer, the heir to a timeless tradition. Like Shawn Mendes stepping onto a global stage, or Enrique Iglesias re-defining romance for a generation, Matteo is set to become a universal favourite – a modern icon with an old soul, a bridge between old-world passion and new-world sophistication.

Explore all that the Vail Wine Classic has to offer August 6-8, 2026. Sip wines from the West Coast to France with 300+ wines, spirits and brews featured at the Grand Tastings. The adventure continues with paired wine hikes and lifestyle events. Immerse yourself in the world of wine during expertly paired dinners and lunches hosted by top local restaurants. No matter which wine path you choose, there’s a rich experience to be had during the Wine Classic weekend.

What started as a backyard fun obstacle course for a few kids turned into a nationwide, multi-discipline ADVENTURE RACE series for kids ages 6 – 14.

After 15+ years, the Kids Adventure Games, in teams of two, participants compete together by bike, in water and on foot through a 2.5-4 mile course featuring up to 15 man made and natural obstacles. Races are limited to 130 teams per day. The Kids Adventure Games is more than a race, it’s an event for the whole family to enjoy!