ARTS - Vail Valley Foundation

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.

Learn more about the Festival

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.

See the Vilar

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.

See The Amp

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.

Hot Summer Nights  ShowDown Town

Jun 19

O.A.R.

Friday Jun 19, 2026 6:30 pm
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