Kickstart the Oktoberfest celebrations in Keystone this Labor Day weekend! Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere with lively German music, captivating polka dancers, and a delectable array of German beers and cuisine. Kinderfest offers a delightful experience for the little ones, featuring craft activities, polka lessons, and more. Join our friends in Keystone for a weekend filled with cultural delights and family-friendly festivities that capture the essence of Oktoberfest.

Get ready for a blast at the Frisco Fall Fest! There’s something for everyone: check out art at the Arts at Altitude show, groove to live music, and get hands-on with artsy projects you can take home. Don’t miss the pretzels and sausage served up by Ein Prosit, and if you’re into good brews, we’ve got a beer garden with awesome German beer – and the best part? It’s all for a good cause, supporting the Friends of Dillon Ranger District. Join us for a chill celebration of art, music, food, and community vibes at the Frisco Fall Fest!

Put on your lederhosen and grab your steins because the 27th Annual Breckenridge Oktoberfest is here, and it’s a must-not-miss event! Taking over Main Street, this iconic and eagerly awaited celebration promises a weekend brimming with fall festivities. Indulge in the Breckenridge Brewery beers and traditional German fare while tapping your feet to live music and showing off your polka-dancing skills. Families can dive into the fun zone, ensuring everyone’s smiling from ear to ear. Get ready to raise your glass, savor the flavors, and soak in the lively atmosphere at the Breckenridge Oktoberfest!

Join forces with the dedicated BGV Sustainability team as we embark on a journey to enhance the beauty of Breckenridge. We’ve got you covered with all the cleanup essentials – gloves, bags, vests, and pickers. Together, we will transform Breckenridge, starting from the ground up, and gradually make our way to The Boot at GTL for a well-deserved lunch break. Don’t forget to dress appropriately for the weather and carry a compact backpack with essentials such as water, snacks, sunscreen, and additional layers for comfort. Owners, guests, friends and family, you’re cordially invited to partake in our annual tradition: World Clean Up Day!

Immerse yourself in the cinematic charm of the Breckenridge Film Festival, a captivating three-day event. Offering a curated selection of films and shorts across three theaters, this festival caters to every cinematic taste. Attendees can choose between day passes or weekend passes. The historic Masonic Hall is the festival’s hub, where tickets, exclusive merchandise, and film-themed breakfasts and lunches await. From thought-provoking narratives to emerging talents and global perspectives, this festival celebrates the art of film in a setting that beautifully marries culture with nature.

Close out the summer season in style at Breckenridge Strings, Ciders & Sours, a vibrant event combining the best music, flavors, and mountain charm. Set against the backdrop of Breckenridge’s stunning peaks, groove to the bluegrass tunes of Blue River Grass, and enjoy live music that sets the perfect ambiance. Sample from a diverse array of ciders and sours from craft breweries while soaking in breathtaking views of the Breckenridge mountain landscape. As a memento of the experience, guests will receive a special commemorative tasting glass, making this event a memorable way to bid farewell to summer in the heart of the Rockies.

Our local live music venues, the Riverwalk Center, AirStage, and Dillon Amphitheater, have announced their summer lineups! Their summer concert series begins this month. Check out the schedule below, and plan to see some live music on your next visit to Breckenridge. In addition, several locations around town regularly feature local acts. Check out our Summer Music Venues blog for additional locations. The high country will be jamming this summer!

Experience the magic of cinema under the stars at Movies on the Water! Join us at the breathtaking Dillon Amphitheater, a captivating outdoor venue nestled on the serene shores of Lake Dillon, Colorado. Sit back, relax, and enjoy popular movies and educational events that ignite your imagination and transport you to new worlds. Gather your loved ones, bring your blankets and chairs, and join us for an unforgettable night of Movies on the Water.

Outdoor markets are a vibrant and exciting feature of the summer season, and Summit County offers two exceptional options for residents and visitors to enjoy. Each Friday from 9a.m-2p.m., the Dillon Farmer’s Market brings us produce and goods, art, music and entertainment, donation-based yoga classes, and more! Pay a visit to our neighbors across the lake and take in the views of Lake Dillon and the Tenmile and Gore ranges while supporting small businesses. Right here in Breckenridge, each Sunday from 10a.m.-3p.m., the Breckenridge Sunday Market takes place in Main Street Station. Shop a wide variety of artistic creations, handcrafted and homegrown items!

Our local theater organization, Breckenridge Backstage Theater, will be debuting its performance of Airness this month! From the BBT website, Airness, a comedy about competition, completion, and finding the airness inside yourself, is described as “When Nina enters her first air guitar competition, she thinks winning will be easy. But as she befriends a group of charismatic nerds all committed to becoming the next champion, she discovers that there’s more to this art form than playing pretend; it’s about finding yourself in your favorite songs and performing with raw joy. Will Nina be able to let go and set herself free onstage? Following her mission to shred or be shredded, Airness is an exuberant reminder that everything we need to rock is already inside us.”

One of our most treasured local non-profit organizations, Friends of Dillon Ranger District (FDRD), offers a variety of programs to keep us learning and exploring all winter long! Friends of Dillon Ranger District is an active, locally-based stewardship organization that, with help of volunteers and collaboration with the US Forest Service, works for sustainable management of our local forest. Explore the programs offered by FDRD this season!

Breckenridge Creative Arts, known as BreckCreate, is a local organization devoted to promoting arts, culture, and creative experiences. Since 2014, BreckCreate has nurtured creativity and community through its program activities. Support this local organization by signing up for one of its many classes and workshops!