Happy Halloween Week! Summit County's Event Calendar is full of fun Halloween events for the whole family this week! Kicking off tonight with Dillon's Trunk or Treat event, then Outer Range Brewing in Frisco has a full schedule of events starting Thursday night with their So Funny You'll Spook Comedy Show. Enjoy Jack-o-Lantern Date Night in Breckenridge on Friday, make Piñatas on Saturday in Silverthorne, and end the weekend at Trick or Treat on Main Street in Frisco.
This year's Trick or Treat on Main Street in Frisco will be an hour longer to help spread people out. The event will also be earlier in the day to help make for a safer (and hopefully a bit warmer) event. Also, check out the Summit County Animal Shelter's Halloween Dog Parade on Main Street. Starting at 3:00 pm, the parade will kick off the afternoon’s festivities, while also raising awareness for the local Animal Shelter.
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27TH
Trunk or Treat | 371 LaBonte Street, Dillon CO 80435 | 4 pm
Join the Town of Dillon and the Dillon Community Church for Trunk or Treat! Enjoy free candy, kids' games, hot dogs, and hot chocolate.
Outer Ranger Brewing in Frisco is throwing a huge, multi-day Halloween banger this year. Get your costumes ready and prepare to get spicy & spooky. The festivities kick off on Thursday with the So Funny You'll Spook Comedy Show with Stand-Up Comedian Steve Sabo. On Friday they'll celebrate the 5X Can Release + Friday Fright Film Night. On Saturday join the Live DJ Glow Stick Dance Party & Costume Contest with Prizes!
Date Night Jack O' Lantern Carving | Breckenridge | 7 pm
Join Instructor Kia Neill and mingle with other couples for a fun Halloween-themed date night! Enjoy a drink and learn some pro-carving tips to help create your ghouly gourd. Costumes welcome! Tickets will include 1 drink of beer or wine. Additional drinks are available for purchase. Participants must be 21 or older to attend.
Join the Town of Silverthorne and Tonos Latinos for an hour-long Piñata Workshop on Saturday, Oct. 30 at the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center. Ready-made piñata shapes and materials for decorating will be provided. The piñatas will be put on display in the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center after the workshop as part of the November First Friday Festival de dia de Muertos celebration. Workshop participants will be able to take home their piñata at the end of the November First Friday event.
This workshop is open to 10 families (up to three people per family). Advance registration is required.
Frisco invites all ghouls, goblins, witches and princesses to join us for a night of safe tricks and treats this Halloween on Main Street from Madison Avenue to 7th Avenue. Trick-or-treaters can help themselves to all the sweets they can handle at businesses up and down Main Street and in the Frisco Historic Park. Look for a “Participating in the 2021 Frisco Trick-or-Treat Street” poster hanging outside of participating Main Street businesses.
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Date posted: October 27, 2021 | Author: Tracy Francis | Comments Off on This Week in Summit County
Happy Wednesday! We are excited for another week of fun events in Summit County. Breck Create is hosting the Día de los Muertos festival this weekend in Breckenridge. Join the three-day commemoration of Day of the Dead featuring hands-on workshops, face painting, art installations, and community-made altars on the Arts District campus. Festivities begin Friday night with a performance Adolfo Romero, Chilean artist + musician. Hope to see you there!
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Happy Wednesday! I hope your week is going well so far! It's hard to believe the holidays are just around the corner and this week's events calendar kicks off with a class to Design and Create your own Greetings Cards!
You should also check out Breck Creates 'Camping Jackets' class on Saturday! Get ready for winter by taking an otherwise unused item and make it useful again! Old sleeping bags have such great character and usable “parts", so get together and turn your old sleeping bag into a puff coat you can use in the colder weather.
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Wednesday, October 13th
Design and Create your own Greeting Cards | Silverthorne | 6 pm
In this class, you will make three cards and gain inspiration on how to make your own at home. You will be ready to get creating just in time for the holidays.
To sign up or get more information email mary.harmeyer@summitcountyco.gov, call 970-668-4280 or stop by the North Branch in Silverthorne.
Patrons are invited to sign up at the North Branch Library in Silverthorne circulation desk for a 15-minute time slot for their child (or 2 to 3 children) to practice their reading with a certified reading dog. Feel free to call 970-668-4280 to schedule a time slot or ask questions.
Have you ever had the chance to try the most unusual winter Olympic sport? Now you can on your visit to Breckenridge! Come by the Stephen C. West Ice Arena on Friday afternoons to try your hand at curling and stay after to watch the local league competition.
The Town of Georgetown and the Georgetown Cultural Arts Program present Georgetown Mountain Jams 2021! The concert series takes place at the Library Park Stage on the SW corner of 6th St. and Rose St. This Saturday features the John Week Acoustic Duo.
Camping Jackets @ Breckenridge, 5.30pm
Take an otherwise unused item and make it useful again! Old sleeping bags have such great character and usable “parts”. Together, we will turn your old sleeping bag into a puff coat you can use in the colder weather. This different “format” for your old sleeping bag will make it feel “new” but is also practical. This project is called The Camping Jacket or Coleman Sacks (when made with a Coleman Sleeping Bag).
Bring your own sleeping bag or purchase one of ours for $10. Old comforters can also be used instead.
Happy October! We hope you are enjoying the beautiful fall weather in the mountains! As the temperatures drop, Summit County events move indoors. This week, get creative in Breckenridge at one of Breck Create's Art Classes. There is something for everyone; enjoy with the whole family, have a night out with friends, or a date night!
The seasons change fast in the mountains and as the nights get colder our events calendar gets a little shorter! Along with some outdoor Fall celebrations, Summit County has many indoor event options for live music, movies, and theatre.
As always, we are excited for this month's First Friday event in Silverthorne celebrating all things local! Attend the Locals Appreciation Party for a free beer, wine, and liquor tasting event featuring live music from The Samples and the Chris Bauer Band. This is a free community event, but donations to community non-profits are strongly encouraged. In 2019, the Locals' Appreciation Party raised more than $14,000 for area non-profits.
The Annual Pumpkin Fest is also happening in Silverthorne this weekend. The family-friendly Pumpkin Fest located in Rainbow Park allows guests to explore a giant pumpkin patch along with bounce houses, a face painter, balloon twister, fall-themed crafts, pumpkin painting, and much more!
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Wednesday, September 29th
Movie Night: The Eyes of Tammy Faye | Breckenridge | 7pm
Movie Night at the Eclipse Theatre with The Eyes of Tammy Faye. In the 1970s and ’80s, Tammy Faye and Jim Bakker rose from humble beginnings to create the world’s largest religious broadcasting network and a theme park, and were revered for their message of love, acceptance, and prosperity.
Breckenridge Backstage Theatre presents A 70s FlashBack. Two present-day tourists stumble into a local bar where things don’t seem quite right… that’s because it’s 1970’s Breckenridge! Featuring a live band and some of your favorite 70s hits, take a ride back to a simpler time with this talented group of local actors and musicians.
Silverthorne First Friday: Locals Appreciation Party | Silverthorne | 4pm
This month's First Friday event in Silverthorne celebrates all things local! Attend the Locals Appreciation Party for a free beer, wine and liquor tasting event featuring live music from The Samples and the Chris Bauer Band. This is a free community event, but donations to community non-profits are strongly encouraged. In 2019, the Locals' Appreciation Party raised more than $14,000 for area non-profits.
Join the 2nd Annual TEDxBreckenridge event! This year’s theme is EXPAND and the talks are aimed to EXPAND your thinking and to showcase expansive ideas. Be prepared to explore ideas worth spreading in art, science, community, and more. Beau Thomas Band will be playing towards the end—be sure to stay for the concert!
There’s nothing like dirt under your tires and cruising single track all summer with your crew. That’s why VNTRbirds created Babes on Bikes – a women’s mountain bike meet up every month from June through October. Come meet new friends, work on your biking skills and explore new trails. Open to all skill levels. Rides average 1.5-2 hours then end at RMU for a mimosa and photo contest prizes!
This fan-favorite event is back this year! The family-friendly Pumpkin Fest located in Rainbow Park allows guests to explore a giant pumpkin patch and select their favorite gourd to take home.
This year's Pumpkin Fest will feature a pumpkin patch with 2,800 pumpkins, bounce houses, a face painter, balloon twister, fall-themed crafts and pumpkin painting station with Frosted Flamingo, trackless train rides for kids, fall drinks from Red Buffalo Café, snacks, and treats from Colorado Marketplace and Bakery, a Spooky Circus Show from the Salida Circus and pony rides from Blue River Horse Center.
*Updated on 9/30/21 – Breckenridge passed a cap on short-term rental licenses. This will go into effect on November 2nd*
The short-term rental landscape is changing in Summit County and each jurisdiction is taking a different approach. Your ability to short term rent your mountain property will now depend on the location.
Over the past 30 days, Summit County and Local Town Councils have taken action to reduce the number of short-term rentals in the mountain towns. This is impacting current owners along with prospective buyers and sellers across the county. It is unknown at this time what impact this will have on the Real Estate Market but we feel it is important for you to be informed of these significant changes.
It is also important to know, this is all very new; nothing is final and details are likely to change so we will continue to update you as things progress.
Here is an overview of what is happening with Short Term rentals in each location:
Town of Breckenridge
Breckenridge was the first town to make a significant move towards changing legislation around short-term rentals within the town limits.
On September 2nd, the Town of Breckenridge informed the community of their intentions to place restrictions on the number of short-term rental licenses permitted with the town limits of Breckenridge.
As of Monday, August 16th, there were 3,945 Short Term Rental Licenses (2,476 non-exempt and 1,469 exempt). An exempt license is a property that has a central phone system, a staff front desk, and a full-time, on-site security staff. The discussion by Council to cap non-exempt STRs at 2,200 equates to a reduction of 276 licenses or 11.15%. The town council believes there is no magic number; the discussion to cap at 2,200 is thought to be a measured approach when you consider the tremendous growth in STRs and real estate sales over the last 3 years. The number of total STR licenses has grown from 2,881 in 2012 to 3,945 in 2021, an increase of 1,064 or 36.9%.
On September 15th, the Breckenridge Town Council approved the first reading of the draft ordinance. The second reading and final vote are on Tuesday, September 28th. Here is an overview of the decisions:
The town approved a cap of 2200 permits. There are currently 2495 and over 300 additional were applied for in the past two weeks.
Council reasoning: degradation of community character, although affordable housing and limiting tourism have both been mentioned by Council members.
The ordinance does not apply to units/complexes with front desks, security systems, and a central phone system. A list of exempt properties is to come.
Permits will be reduced through attrition as properties are sold or owners' permits expire. New permits will be issued through a waitlist system.
A temporary six-month STR permit will be issued to new property owners to allow them the ability to honor reservations that existed on the date the property was transferred, and the permit was lost. Details will be established in the administrative regulations.
The effective date will be 35 days from the second reading and final ratification of the ordinance.
On September 17th, Breckenridge Town Council held a special meeting to discuss amendments to the short-term rental ordinance, including exemptions and incentives, in advance of the second reading.
As a result of Council’s special meeting, the following exemptions to the STR cap will be added to the ordinance for review at the second reading:
Ability to transfer a license in circumstances that include, but are not limited to, pursuant to a will, to a family member(s), divorce or similar circumstances to be outlined in the revision.
Building permits, active on September 14, will have an 18-month window to apply for an STR license.
Any property under contract to sell by September 28 will have a 6-month window to apply for a STR license.
Council also discussed future incentives that would allow a property owner to obtain a STR license. Some potential incentives include:
A policy that would allow for the issuance of a seasonal STR license to a property owner who provides housing for a period of time (e.g., 3-4 months in the summer) during the same year.
Provision to allow a STR license to be issued to a property owner who brings a new deed-restricted workforce housing unit into the Upper Blue Basin.
On September 24th, the Town of Breckenridge provided a list of properties that are considered ‘exempt’ under the Breckenridge Short Term Rental Moratorium.
Beaver Run Resort
BlueSky
Crystal Peak
Grand Colorado
Grand Lodge
Grand Timber Lodge
Main Street Station
Mountain Thunder
One Ski Hill Place
River Mountain Lodge
Valdoro
Water House
On September 28th, the Breckenridge Town Council passed a cap on new short-term rental licenses for non-exempt units at a maximum of 2200 licenses. There are roughly 3,0000 non-exempt licenses right now. Permits will be reduced through attrition, meaning as properties are sold, or licenses are turned in, the permit level will be reduced. Once the 2200 level is achieved in several years, the Town will issue licenses based on a waiting list.
The ordinance goes into effect on November 2nd, 2021. Current property owners may apply for licenses up until November 2nd. Properties under contract must have been under contract at 11:59 pm September 27th to obtain a permit.
Properties located in incorporated Summit County will be affected by Summit Counties Short Term Rental Legislation.
Is your property located in unincorporated Summit County? Click here to double-check if you are under Town or County Jurisdiction. You can search by your property address or last name. Check the town layer on the left side to show if you are within the town limits.
The Board of County Commissioners made a decision on Sept. 14, 2021, to pass a temporary 90-day moratorium for unincorporated Summit County, excluding Keystone, Copper, and Peak 8 resort areas. The moratorium took effect at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 17, 2021. The purpose of the moratorium is to address the local workforce housing crisis by preventing the further conversion of potential long-term housing stock while giving the County time to examine data and take a surgical approach to any proposed code amendments. The moratorium is only for new licenses and does not affect conversions or renewals.
Properties in Keystone, Copper Mountain, and in the 4 o’clock Subdivision and Skiwatch in Breckenridge are exempt from this moratorium and may continue to apply for permits as normal.
During the moratorium, properties under contract and properties that are under construction may apply for a special exception prior to applying for the permit.
During the moratorium, the County plans empirical data research and will work to find creative incentives for property owners to convert their properties to long-term rentals in: “locals zones”. These zones include:
Dillon Valley
French Creek
Woodmoor
Wildernest
Frisco Terrace/Evergreen
Lake View Meadows
Mesa Cortina
Summit Cove
Alpine Breck
Quandary Village
Peak 7
Click Here for more information on the process and mapping of Keystone and Copper.
Blue River
The following update was provided by Blue River on September 28th.
The Board of Trustees had a brief discussion about short-term rentals at the Board retreat in August and again this month. At the time, 18% of the homes in Blue River are licensed as short-term rentals. The Trustees will be discussing the future and evaluating the overall plan for short-term rentals at a future work session. This is tentatively set for November. More information to come.
In Blue River, you are required to obtain a short-term rental license and to collect and remit taxes. Information is available on our website. You Do Not Need to obtain any other license. It has come to our attention that Airbnb is stating you need a County license, but you do not. We are working with the County and trying to sort through all of this.
If you are not intending on actually short-term renting, please do not obtain a license. This falsely inflates the actual number of licensed properties. If the Town decides to make any changes, we will be sure to inform you. In addition, if you are currently renting through Airbnb or VRBO, please make sure you are listed as BLUE RIVER. They do not have an agreement with us to collect the 3.4% lodging tax. If they are collecting this and stating they are remitting it, please note your taxes are going to Breckenridge and not Blue River. If you are listed as Blue River, these companies should be remitting 8.875% to the State of Colorado and you, the licensee are responsible for remitting the 3.4% to the Town of Blue River on a minimum of a quarterly basis.
While we understand the actions taken by the other communities and County have created a sense of urgency, please note, the Town of Blue River is not currently making any changes but instead will be looking at a long-term strategic approach to how short-term rentals look in the Town moving forward.
What about Dillon, Frisco, Silverthorne?
These towns have stated they are not making any changes at this time.
On September 21st, the Town of Dillon planned to pass an emergency 7-month moratorium on new STR permits but the Town Council chose not to move forward with the emergency ordinance, citing the need for more research.
The Town of Frisco said nothing has been decided but they are researching options.
The Town of Silverthorne is just watching and listening at this time. No action is planned as of right now.
Our team at Omni Real Estate is closely following these proposed changes and will continue to update you as we receive additional information. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
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Date posted: September 25, 2021 | Author: Tracy Francis | Comments Off on Can I short term rent my mountain property?
We are excited about Breck's Oktoberfest this weekend. This year's Breck Oktoberfest features a collection of six ticketed sessions at the Riverwalk Center and outside lawn. Breckenridge Brewery will offer special fall brews from their taps and Colorado microbreweries will feature fall-themed beers from around the state. Popular, familiar food vendors will have authentic German fare available for purchase within the event.
Looking for something to do with the whole family this weekend? The Fall Family Fair is a new free and family-friendly addition to the Breckenridge Oktoberfest. Eventgoers can expect live music, crafts, demos, and more. This family-friendly festival will embrace harvest season with entertainment and celebration for all.
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Thursday, September 23rd
Trivia Night Fundraiser | Angry James Brewery, Silverthorne | 7pm – 9pm
Enjoy a Night of Trivia at Angry James Brewery to benefit the Summit County Library Foundation. Get your team together and enjoy a fun night of literary-themed trivia (Prepare for Harry Potter questions!) and early bidding on special items from the online silent auction! Proceeds from beer sales will benefit the Summit County Library Foundation Capital Campaign to renovate the North Branch in Silverthorne and Main Library in Frisco.
Brecktoberfest | Riverwalk Center, Breckenridge | 11am
This fall, Breckenridge’s traditional Oktoberfest Main Street party will dramatically downsize into Brecktoberfest, a collection of six ticketed sessions (two per day) at the Riverwalk Center and outside lawn. With two entry times per day, the Riverwalk will mimic a full-blown Munich celebration with live music from The Polkanauts, enough fall-themed beer and cuisine to put anyone in the “Prost!” spirit, and fall colors providing the ultimate backdrop.
Summer Comedy Series Finale | Warren Station, Keystone | 7pm
This weekend is the Warren Station Summer Comedy Finale with Mike Hammock & Mike E Winfield. A burgeoning superstar, Mike E Winfield will headline the show and we are pumped to welcome back the super hilarious Mike Hammock, serving as the opener. What better way is there to spend your Friday night than relaxing with a few beverages and hilarious entertainment?
The Heart Health Walk was established in memory of Rob Millisor, one of the owner/developers of Breckenridge Grand Vacations. This family-friendly event raises funds for the heart of the community, heart health programs, education, and research. There are several routes to participate, including 5k trail route, 1-mile town route, and Robbie's Run – a competitively timed 5k trail run.
Kick back and relax after an adrenaline-filled day with Mountainside Movies. Bring your own chair or blanket to Jack's Lawn in Center Village for an evening of entertainment alfresco. Don't forget to grab your snacks and drinks for the show at Downhill Duke's! Movie showings will begin at 8:30 p.m.
This weeks movie is Ski Bum: The Warren Miller Story with 30 Years in a White Haze book signing with Dan Egan starting at 6pm
Come early and get up to (2) Yeti tumblers per family, unlimited Hot Chocolate and get a chance to meet Dan Egan, the director of the Warren Miller Documentary film and author of 30 year in a White Haze.
Join the final weekend tour of the 2021 Summit County Parade of Homes. This is the 26th Parade of Homes event and the builders participating in this year’s Parade of Homes have entered a select group of luxurious projects, ranging from 4,760 SF to 8,000+ SF new custom homes. Whether you tour the homes to get ideas for your own dream home, find a builder, an architect or a designer, you are sure to find them to be awe-inspiring while utilizing the most current design and technologies available.
This is a weekend event so you can tour on Saturday, September 25th too!
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Date posted: September 22, 2021 | Author: Tracy Francis | Comments Off on This Week in Summit County
The Breck Film Festival starts this Thursday, September 16th through Sunday, September 18th. Breckenridge is also hosting the Breckenridge Wine Classic this weekend, offering a variety of experiences on the mountain, in restaurants, classrooms, and around town. Enrich your mind with new knowledge and enjoy food and wine while experiencing all that Breckenridge has to offer for your mountain weekend.
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Wednesday, September 15th
The Roommate | Silverthorne Performing Arts Center | 6.30 pm
Recently divorced Sharon is an unassuming, nice Midwesterner in need of a roommate. Bronx-born Robyn needs a place to hide and start over. Comically mismatched, the unlikely duo forges a surprising friendship. Part Thelma and Louise, part The Odd Couple, and part Breaking Bad, The Roommate is a smart new comedy about mid-life challenges, chance cohabitation, and personal reinvention. The Roommate is playing at the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center until September 26th.
The Breckenridge Wine Classic is a premier destination event where master winemakers, culinary greats, and our distinguished guests gather to play, wine, and dine in beautiful Breckenridge, CO. Experience more than 100 food artisans, wineries, breweries, distilleries, epicurean purveyors, and locally-made products at this ultimate food and wine experience. Whether you are a full-fledged foodie or an emerging gourmand, you are sure to find more than one event to whet your appetite at the Wine Classic. There is something for everyone – from food and wine tastings to seminars and luncheons, to outdoor adventures with food & wine influences, there are tastes and temptations at every turn.
Breck Film celebrates its 40th Anniversary Festival September 16-19, 2021 in Breckenridge, CO. Films will be screened in person across three theater venues in Breck and we’ll celebrate across multiple party venues each night. A selection of films will also be made available online for those unable to make the trek to Breck this year from September 17-26.
Bust out your lederhosen and join us for our annual Oktoberfest at Arapahoe Basin! There will be live music, beer, brats, and pretzels! We will also be offering FREE chairlift rides to close out our summer season. We hope to see you here!
Kick back and relax after an adrenaline-filled day with Mountainside Movies. Bring your own chair or blanket to Jack's Lawn in Center Village for an evening of entertainment alfresco. Don't forget to grab your snacks and drinks for the show at Downhill Duke! This week's movie is Cool Runnings. Movie showings will begin at 8:30 p.m.
Enjoy a meal with your community at Thrive Yoga Summit. This event is free, but registration is limited due to space so please register if you plan to attend. Bring an autumn dish to share. Food allergy labels are appreciated if possible.
This week we saw the first changing leaves of the season! Fall is officially on the way and the fall events are here to help us celebrate the changing season!
Join the Town of Frisco for “ARToberfest” at the Fall Fest. Activities include live music and make-and-take art projects for children and adults. Ein Prosit will be serving up pretzels and sausage. The event will also include a beer garden featuring German beer and will benefit the Friends of the Dillon Ranger District. Hope to see you there!
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Thursday, September 9th – Give it a try!
Beginner Glass Blowing Class | Breckenridge | 6pm
Learn the art of lampworking (a form of glassblowing) by developing and honing your skills. Work with a torch and flame to melt glass rods into works of art and explore the possibilities of Borosilicate glass. Your creativity will blossom as you craft pendants, beads, marbles and so much more. Safety is an extremely high priority in this class.
Get ready to end summer on the highest note…the inaugural Union Peak Festival, a convergence of community, sport, and art is on the way September 10th-12th! With free, live musical performances by artists including Walk the Moon, The Record Company, and Saint Motel, plus live art, food demonstrations, and complimentary sports clinics, this new festival is set to be the ultimate celebration of the mountain athlete.
Kick off the fall season and immerse yourself in art at “ARToberfest” at Frisco’s Fall Fest. Peruse local and regional art at the Arts at Altitude art show (curated by the Summit County Arts Council) in the Frisco Historic Park on Friday, September 10 and Saturday, September 11.
Activities on Saturday, September 11 will also include live music and make-and-take art projects for children and adults. Ein Prosit will be serving up pretzels and sausage. The event will also include a beer garden featuring German beer and will benefit the Friends of the Dillon Ranger District.
Clam Bake and Lobster Broil @ Arapahoe Basin, 4.30pm
Enjoy special, one-night-only theme dinners prepared by A-Basin's award-winning chefs, and pair your meals with our famous bloody Mary, local draft beers, or specialty cocktails. Bring your friends and family, and enjoy warm summer nights with stunning mountain views. Live Music by Mark Schlaefer.
Happy September!! There are lots of events happening across Summit County this week! Don't miss the final 2021 FREE Concert in the Park in Frisco on Thursday and the final 2021 Breckenridge Sunday Market!
We are super excited for the 2021 Great Rubber Duck Race on Saturday!! Have you entered yet? Click here to get your duck today!
The PlayHouse Project is on display in the Dillon Marina Park until this Sunday, September 5th. Check out the 3 unique playhouses before they are gone. The online auction is open if you are interested in owning one! All the proceeds benefit the Summit County Habitat for Humanity!
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Wednesday, September 1st
Little Readers | Silverthorne Library | 10am
Little Reader's storytime is on Wednesday mornings! The suggested age range for Little Readers is infant through 2.5 years of age. We will have fun books along with songs, rhymes, finger-plays, scarves and rhythm instruments. Little Reader's storytime is designed to help support pre- literacy skills and to develop a love of reading! No Registration is required. Programs will take place in the Blue River Room.
FREE Concert in the Park | Frisco Historic Park | 5.30pm
Don't miss the final Frisco Concert in the Park this week with Los Chicose. This Denver-based band is guaranteed to get an audience up on their feet for some Música Cubano. Los Chicos Malos is a five piece band with Victor Mestas on keyboard and vocals; José Alberto Cabrera on vocals, guiro, and maracas; Leo Munoz-Corona on congas; Howard Hernández on timbales; and Zak Kopeikin on bass. Los Chicos Malos deliver a fun-filled show of Cuban jazz, salsa, cha-cha, and everything in between.
First Friday Concert | Silverthorne Rainbow Park | 6pm
Silverthorne is welcoming The Motet to Rainbow Park for this month's First Friday event. Local band Satellite 13 will kick off the evening of music.
Since 1998, The Motet has inspired the world with its unique style of dance music that traverses the lines between funk, soul, jazz, and rock. The Motet has headlined Red Rocks Amphitheatre six times and has appeared at festivals such as Bonnaroo, Bottlerock, Electric Forest, Bumbershoot, Summer Camp, and High Sierra.
Food will be available for purchase from La Perla, Colorado Marketplace and Bakery, Graze and Torrey's, and Hot Diggity Dog gourmet hot dog stand. Beverages will be available for purchase from the bar, no outside alcohol is permitted.
Keystone Oktoberfest | Keystone River Run Village | 1pm
Keystone Oktoberfest is for the entire family! Kids will love Kinderfest, their very own kids Oktoberfest, they get to make koozies at The Frosted Flamingo mobile art studio, watch dance performances, and take lessons from the Denver German Traditional Dance Group. Parents will love the Colorado craft beers from New Belgium Brewery that draw from German roots. As an added bonus the River Run Village stores and shops are getting in the spirit and having an Oktoberfest Tent Sale that day so treat yourself to an end-of-summer goodie from one of the many unique shops.
Join instructor Emily Wahl to learn how to paint with watercolors. Classes are for beginner and intermediate painters. Each class will have a specific focus on how to paint Fall Colors. The first two classes will be painted outdoors and the last two indoors. The instructor will provide reference materials or students are welcome to bring their own.
