Town of Eagle ShowDown Town, presented by Alpine Bank, is a true gem in a valley where music comes alive during the summer months. The 2025 series runs from June 26 to August 14, offering eight fantastic shows at absolutely no cost. This Eagle tradition transforms Thursday evenings into magical outdoor celebrations where music, mountains, … Read More
Summer in the Vail Valley isn’t just a season—it’s a celebration of adventure, art, and community. With many things to do this summer, the Vail Valley Foundation brings unforgettable events that showcase the best of summertime in the Colorado mountains. From heart-pounding outdoor competitions to mesmerizing dance performances and soul-stirring concerts, our 2025 summer guide … Read More
When Mary Pownall and her husband Dick first agreed to volunteer for a ski race in Vail back in the early 1980s, they thought they’d do it just once. “We said we’ll do it once, what the hell,” Mary recalls with a laugh. “And it sort of… got out of hand.” What followed was four … Read More
The Vail Valley Foundation (VVF) and Bravo! Vail Music Festival have announced the signing of a long-term agreement that extends their partnership through 2035. This eight-year contract, beginning upon the conclusion of the 2027 summer season, represents a substantial commitment between the nonprofit organizations, acknowledging the immense cultural and economic value that Bravo! Vail Music … Read More
The third annual Après at The Amp is returning to the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail April 4-5, 2025! This epic two-day music festival will feature incredible artists such as L’Impératrice, Jungle, Goth Babe, and more. We’ve put together some insider tips to help you make the most of this mountain music extravaganza: Grab … Read More
The Vail Valley Foundation’s YouthPower365 Magic Bus mobile preschool program has achieved a Level 4 rating from Colorado Shines, the state’s official quality rating system for early care and learning programs. This score – rated on a scale of one to five – places the innovative, free mobile preschool program on wheels among the highest-rated … Read More
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, many lovebirds have romantic date nights on the brain. For your next evening out together, look no further than the Vail Valley Foundation’s Vilar Performing Arts Center. From intimate jazz to Broadway sensations, the Vilar has an exceptional lineup of performances all season long that will make for … Read More
From placing the Vail Valley on a world stage through international-scale and televised athletic events to transforming the community’s arts and cultural landscape to championing education initiatives with the Vail Valley Foundation (VVF) and beyond, Harry and Susan Frampton’s philanthropic efforts exemplify how visionary leadership and a generosity of spirit, time, and financial support can … Read More
Vail, Colo., Dec. 19, 2024 — In the for-profit business world, companies are always looking for new markets and new ways to innovate. And in the nonprofit world? Can an entrepreneurial approach be applied to help build a better community? The answer is yes, and perhaps no one embodies this idea better than Vail Valley residents … Read More
This winter, experience the vibrant stage of world-class entertainment in a mountain paradise setting. From side-splitting comedy to groundbreaking Broadway and beyond, the season promises something for every arts enthusiast. Check out our can’t-miss 2024-2025 list of winter-season shows at the Vilar Performing Arts Center. Holiday performances The holiday season brings its own kind of … Read More
