Location: Beaver Creek
May 24, 2014 – May 25, 2014

Chefs from local restaurants give free culinary demonstrations at the Culinary Experience tent in Beaver Creek Plaza on select Friday and Saturday afternoons at 5:00pm. There will also be 3 demonstrations each day at 12:00pm, 1:30pm, and 3:00pm on festival weekends*.

2014 Dates
May 24 & 25*
June 20 & 21  
June 27 & 28 
July 4*
July 11 & 12 
July 18 & 19 
July 25 & 26 
August 1 – 3*
August 15 & 16 
August 22 & 23 
August 30 & 31

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May 24, 2014 – May 25, 2014

As the unofficial launch of summertime in the mountains, top barbecue chefs from around the state join local chefs in serving up mouth-watering barbecue complemented by thirst-quenching microbrews at one of the largest Colorado Microbrewery beer tastings at the 11th Annual Beaver Creek Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival.

Musical highlights include Mia Borders and recent Grammy Award Winner, Charlie Musselwhite, who will perform live at scheduled times during the weekend.

Also part of the weekend, amateur pit masters will be able to showcase their talents at the Big Green Egg Backyard BBQ Competition on Sunday, May 25th; followed by our third annual Cut & Slice Golf Event; presented by US Bank benefiting Can Do Multiple Sclerosis on Monday, May 26th at the Beaver Creek Golf Club.

For more information please visit the Blues, Brews and BBQ event page.

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May 23, 2014 – May 26, 2014

Created to inspire guests with a weekend packed full of delicious culinary experiences and Vail adventure. FEAST! Vail kicks-off the summer season with the adventurous, Memorial Day Weekend culinary celebration. Renowned Vail chefs will collaborate and compete with visiting guest chefs. Chefs will be joined by masters of the vine, cocktail artisans and craft beer pros –all game for adventure, from the kitchen table to the mountain trail. This event includes tasting events, craft beer and distiller tastings as well a variety of culinary inspired classes that will offer up-close interactions with some of the best in the culinary field.

From the kitchen to the trail—join us for an adventurous celebration of all things Culinary. For a full schedule of delicious events, lodging packages, and up-to-date information go to FeastVail.com.

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Let’s take a look into what’s going on this weekend. We will give you the local tips on everything you need to know in order to enjoy Beaver Creek and Vail’s events just like a local.

Beaver Creek this Weekend:

Luxury Lifestyle Festival: This is fairly new event to Beaver Creek. The “Lux Fest” as the locals are calling it is only on its second year. This year the “Lux Fest” partnered with Mountain Living Magazine. You will see amazing cars, Beaver Creek’s version of fashion week, incredible homes, all while enjoying a glass of wine and delicious treats.

 The Wrap Up- The Luxury Lifestyle Festival is great for the family. The event is outside so make sure you dress accordingly. By that we mean bring a rain jacket. The weather should be perfect for this event, but those afternoon showers come in quick. Be ready to walk around the village all day. The first event starts at 10am and ends at 3pm on Saturday, so go make a day out of it! We would suggest trying the food at the festival, but if the kids are still hungry take them to Blue Moose Pizza. Save some time and park down below and take the bus up. Believe us, it’s NO fun getting all the way up and realizing the people at the gate were right…. both parking garages are full.

Vail this Weekend:

We hate to say it, but it’s the last Oktoberfest in the valley. All weekend long celebrate by drinking beer and eating brats in Vail Village. Once again, a great event for the family. There are lots of fun things for the kids from contests to dancing. If you don’t take or don’t have kids, take the bus and really soak in what Oktoberfest is about. One of our favorites will be there, Helmut Fricker. This man is amazing!

The Wrap Up- Take the kids if you have them. The weather should be perfect, but do know the whole event takes place outside. Bring a couple bottles of water to save a couple bucks to put towards the steins (the steins are a great thing to have and take home). If you plan on celebrating with beer arrange a safe ride home. There are several cabs in the area and please use them! FUN FYI- have the kids ask Helmut for a joke. He always has one up his sleeve or should we say lederhosen.

If you have questions about these events or others please comment! We want to make sure you know everything you need to know!

Avondale Friday Afternoon Club
Friday, June 19 –  through – Friday, September 4
4:45pm – 8:45pm

Come to Avondale every Friday this summer to for the best  end of teh week party around. Live music, drink specials, great crowd, no worries.

With its central Vail Valley location and large deck, Friday Afternoon Club will be taken to a new level at Avondale. The theme is Friday Afternoon Sunset Deck Party.

•    Live Music – 30th Street Production has created a music program with a different band each week, backed up by local DJs. This company is well known through the area for their outstanding productions. Music will build up till about 7pm and then begin to quiet down.

•    Parents Night Off – 50% off price at Westin Riverfront Kids Club
•    3 bars will be available on the deck with Cocktail specials
•    ‘It’s Pizza Time’ specials and additional menu specials
•    Drawings / Giveaways – To be announced

**Planning is in the works for a special FAC on Friday, July 3 which is the Salute to America celebration in Avon.  Check back for details!

Friday is not the only day to visit Avondale; they offer some of the best dining in the Vail Valley go in and try one of their great entrees

visit the Restaurant Avondale Website for more information about this great restaurant!