Events in Vail Valley

Vail Fine Arts Festival comes to Lionshead Village, featuring art from Art on the Rockies.  Take in unique art from over 60 artists while strolling through Lionshead Bavarian inspired village.

Yacht Rock Revue, hailed by Rolling Stone as the “world’s premier soft-rock party band,” invites listeners on a nostalgic voyage through the sun-soaked melodies of the ‘70s and ‘80s. Based in Atlanta, GA, this dynamic ensemble blends impeccable musicianship with a deep reverence for the yacht rock genre. Sarah Bahr of The New York Times reported her firsthand experience of the band’s liberating energy, observing fans who “danced for two hours to tunes from the 1970s and ’80s,” while Entertainment Weekly noted that “the shows tend to be unabashedly joyous affairs.” Since their humble beginnings in 2007, Yacht Rock Revue has emerged as a pivotal figure in revitalizing yacht rock, sharing stages with icons and garnering a devoted following of “Anchorheads.” Whether performing in intimate venues or rocking arenas, their concerts promise an immersive musical journey that celebrates the timeless allure of smooth grooves.

Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Live at Stubb’s and Matisyahu’s 8th Studio Album Ancient Child

Described by the Miami New Times as “tremendous, zenlike, and enlightening,” Matisyahu brings his stripped back acoustic show to venues across the United States. Presented in two parts, Matisyahu will highlight songs from his seminal breakout record Live at Stubb’s along with music from his new studio release Ancient Child (Oct 3, 2025) as well as additional fan favorites.

The stripped back setting allows the singer’s voice and beat-boxing virtuosity to expand through lyrical intensity, famed repertoire and musical improvisation. Each evening will chart a course through song and story, from Matisyahu’s breakout smash “King Without A Crown” to global hits like “One Day” and “Sunshine” through his spiritual wandering in “Surrender” and “Searchin” up through Ancient Child, his 8th studio release, which finds the singer returning to a deep love of Judaism and the existential quest to find universal meaning in the darkness with songs like “Sound Foundation” and “Crosswinds”.

An Evening with Matisyahu naturally digs deep into the meaning of the song itself, and lays Matisyahu’s spiritual journey bare, bringing a closeness to the artist-fan relationship.

Christopher Cross burst onto the music scene with his 1980 self-titled debut album, winning five Grammy Awards, including—for the first time in Grammy history—the “Big Four” most prestigious awards: Record of the Year (for the single “Sailing”), Album of the Year, Song of the Year (also “Sailing”), and Best New Artist.

In a career spanning more than four decades, Cross has sold over 10 million albums. His music has garnered five Grammys, an Oscar, a Golden Globe, an Emmy nomination and five Top 10 singles.

Joshua Bell, Academy of St Martin in the Fields Music Director and acclaimed violinist, concludes their residency with a performance of Saint-Saëns’ Violin Concerto No. 3, alongside Schumann’s joyful Symphony No. 1, Spring.  

Ballets Jazz Montreal Dance Me: The Music of Leonard Cohen

Dance Me is an exclusive creation inspired by the rich and profound work of Montreal-based poet, artist and songwriter, Leonard Cohen.

Approved by Cohen during his lifetime, this riveting homage to the famed artist evokes the grand cycles of existence in five seasons, as described in Cohen’s deeply reflective music and poems.

This two-day festival will bring together an international roster of electronic and house music powerhouses.  Saturday’s lineup features Grammy-winning German disco and electronic guru Purple Disco Machine, acclaimed DJ/producer and jazz-trained pianist LP Giobbi, LA-based electronic artist Laerz and Rē K

Après at The Amp returns for the fourth year with a two-night outdoor epic end of winter celebration of music in the mountains at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail, Colorado. Event presented by AEG Presents, Vail Mountain, Discover Vail, and Vail Valley Foundation.

Since 1994, Vail Jazz has continually evolved. Our popular 3-day party format reflects our earliest beginnings. This year’s festival honors our roots, with an emphasis on our renowned Workshop alumni, each a jazz luminary in her or his own right.

As always, we are grateful for your presence, your unbridled enthusiasm, and your renewed or new financial support. To contribute to Vail Jazz or to learn more about the upcoming Vail Jazz Festival, contact Anneliese Swift: [email protected]

John Summit returns to Vail for his third year! Get ready for skiing & dancing on the slopes, a lineup full of Expert Only artists, after parties, popups and more!

The Wallflowers will mark the 30th anniversary of their landmark album Bringing Down the Horse with a nationwide U.S. tour kicking off April 17, 2026. The band will perform their classic album in its entirety, in sequence. The tour will also include a performance at Stagecoach, the world’s largest country music festival. Originally released on May 21, 1996, Bringing Down the Horse was a critical and commercial triumph. The album peaked at number four on the Billboard 200 and was certified quadruple platinum, cementing the band’s place in ‘90s rock history.