STARS: Vail Friends of Dance – The Nutcracker
Friday Dec 12, 2025 10:00 am
We bring arts and culture to life in the Vail Valley, from the world-renowned Vail Dance Festival to top-tier programming at the Vilar Performing Arts Center and the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, and much more.
VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL
Established in 1989, our annual Vail Dance Festival features both performance and educational elements, firmly establishing the Vail Valley as one of the top summer dance destinations in the world.
VILAR PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The Vilar is an intimate 530-seat theater located beneath the ice rink in Beaver Creek that boasts a world-class stage with year-round performances including jazz, comedy, dance, film, Broadway productions, opera, rock concerts, family shows and more.
GERALD R. FORD AMPHITHEATER
Each summer, The Amp offers an array of world-class entertainment ranging from classical music presentations by Bravo Vail! Music Festival, internationally renowned dance at the Vail Dance Festival, free Hot Summer Nights concerts, and our Amp Summer Concert series booked in partnership with AEG Presents.
FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
With shows ranging from rock to country to bluegrass to funk and beyond, Hot Summer Nights and ShowDown Town have become synonymous with summer for locals and visitors alike. Throngs of music lovers gather at The Amp and Eagle Town Park each week to enjoy sunshine, picnics, friends and incredible free music.
