Local Events in Summit County

Discover winter and spring events throughout Summit County, including Breckenridge, Frisco, Copper Mountain, Keystone and Silverthorne. From holiday celebrations and winter sports to live music and community traditions, find memorable ways to enjoy Colorado’s high country. Event schedules may change due to weather or organizer updates. Follow each event link for the latest details.

October 2026

October 16–17 — Breckenridge Día de los Muertos
Breckenridge — Celebrate Día de los Muertos with art, music and community traditions in the Breckenridge Arts District.

October 24 — Frisco Girls on the Run 5K
Frisco — A community-friendly, noncompetitive run celebrating confidence and achievement, with a scenic course near Dillon Reservoir.

October 31 — Frisco Trick-or-Treat on Main Street
Frisco — Local merchants welcome costumed families for Halloween treats, a dog parade and festivities throughout historic Main Street.

November 2026

November 5 — Frisco Nordic Center Kickoff Party
Frisco — Celebrate the start of the Nordic season with an open house at the Frisco Nordic Center.

November 6 — Breckenridge Ski Resort Opening Day
Breckenridge — Welcome the 2026–27 ski season as Breckenridge prepares to open its lifts and early-season terrain, conditions permitting.

November 6 — Copper Mountain Opening Day
Copper Mountain — The mountain welcomes skiers and snowboarders back for another season of snow, mountain views and first turns.

November 6 — Silverthorne Día de los Muertos First Friday
Silverthorne — Celebrate Mexican traditions with music, dance, crafts and a community mercado at the Silverthorne Pavilion.

November 6–7 — Keystone Kickoff: Warren Miller’s Days Off
Keystone — The new Warren Miller ski film brings two nights of mountain adventure and winter-season excitement to Warren Station.

November 7 — Native American Storytelling and Music
Frisco — Enjoy an afternoon of storytelling and music with Leon Joseph Littlebird at Frisco Historic Park.

November 14 — Keystone Kickoff: The Way Out
Keystone — Matchstick Productions brings its newest ski film to Warren Station for a celebration of mountain culture.

November 19 — Celebrations Around the World
Silverthorne — Gather at the Silverthorne Pavilion for a community evening celebrating cultural traditions from around the world.

November 21 — Keystone Kickoff Concert
Keystone — Catch a live performance by CB3 and O’Connor Brothers Band at Warren Station in River Run Village.

November 26 — Frisco Turkey Day 5K
Frisco — Start Thanksgiving with a festive community fun run along Frisco streets and recreation paths.

November 27 — Black Sky Friday Stargazing
Frisco — Spend an evening beneath Summit County’s dark skies during a stargazing gathering at Frisco Historic Park.

November 28–December 6 — Frisco Wassail Days
Frisco — Sample warm spiced cider from local businesses, explore Main Street and celebrate the holidays with Frisco traditions.

November 28 — Frisco Tree Lighting
Frisco — Welcome the holiday season with carolers, festive lights and the lighting of the town tree at Frisco Historic Park.

November 28 — Keystone Winter Carnival & River Run Lighting
Keystone — Enjoy a family-friendly winter carnival, Santa visits and the holiday tree lighting in River Run Village.

November 28–29 — Stifel Copper Cup
Copper Mountain — World-class alpine racers compete in men’s Super-G and giant slalom at Copper Mountain, with live entertainment and village festivities.

November 28–29 — Santa Visits at Frisco Historic Park
Frisco — Meet Santa in the Historic Park gazebo, take festive photos and share holiday wishes during Wassail Days.

December 2026

December 1 — Santa’s Calling
Frisco — Registered children receive a special phone call from Santa during this beloved Frisco holiday tradition.

December 4–5 — Silverthorne Holiday Lighting & Art Market
Silverthorne — Shop local artists and makers, enjoy music and seasonal treats, and celebrate the holiday tree lighting at the Silverthorne Pavilion.

December 5 — Frisco Breakfast with Santa & Reindeer Storytime
Frisco — Enjoy a family breakfast, holiday crafts and a visit with Santa, followed by reindeer storytime at Frisco Historic Park.

December 5 — Lighting of Breckenridge & Race of the Santas
Breckenridge — Hundreds of Santas race down historic Main Street before Breckenridge lights up for the holidays with family-friendly festivities.

December 10–13 — Toyota U.S. Grand Prix — Breckenridge
Breckenridge — Elite freeski and snowboard athletes return to Breckenridge for FIS World Cup slopestyle competition.

December 10 — Pints with Patrol
Keystone — Meet members of Keystone Ski Patrol at Warren Station for a community conversation about mountain safety.

December 12 — Goods in the Woods Holiday Market
Keystone — Browse handmade gifts and local artisan creations at Warren Station in Keystone’s River Run Village.

December 17–19 — Breckenridge Ullr Fest
Breckenridge — Honor Ullr, the Norse god of snow, with the legendary Main Street parade, community bonfire and winter festivities.

December 17–20 — Toyota U.S. Grand Prix — Copper Mountain
Copper Mountain — Watch world-class snowboard and freeski halfpipe competition at Copper Mountain, including finals on December 19 and 20.

December 18–20 — Rockstar Energy Open
Breckenridge — Top snowboarders gather for a free spectator festival with creative competition, live music and mountain culture.

December 18 — Winter Comedy Night: Phil Palisoul
Keystone — Enjoy an evening of stand-up comedy at Warren Station, a fun indoor option after a day in the mountains.

December 19 — Mystic Solstice
Keystone — Mark the winter solstice with an evening celebration at Warren Station in River Run Village.

December 31 — New Year’s Eve in Breckenridge
Breckenridge — Ring in 2027 with a mountain-town celebration, torchlight parade and fireworks at Breckenridge Ski Resort.

December 31 — New Year’s Eve at Copper Mountain
Copper Mountain — Celebrate the last night of the year with mountain festivities in Center Village. Check the organizer’s calendar for final 2026 times.

December 31 — Midnight in the Garden at Warren Station
Keystone — Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Warren Station with an evening party in Keystone’s River Run Village.

January 2027

January 2 — Snow Glow Yoga
Keystone — Ease into the new year with an evening wellness class at Warren Station.

January 23–February 2 — International Snow Sculpture Championships
Breckenridge — Artists from around the world turn enormous blocks of snow into intricate sculptures, followed by an illuminated outdoor viewing week.

January 30–31 — Copper Mountain SafetyFest
Copper Mountain — Explore mountain safety education and on-snow awareness programming during Copper Mountain’s annual winter festival.

February 2027

February 6 — Eat, Ski & Be Merry
Frisco — Explore candlelit Nordic trails and gather at bonfires for snacks and drinks during this benefit for Team Summit Nordic.

February 10, 17 & 24 — Frisco Bubble Gum Ski Race Series
Frisco — Families and skiers of all abilities can enjoy lighthearted competitions on Frisco Adventure Park’s winter courses.

February 13 — Frisco Gold Rush Nordic Ski Races
Frisco — Celebrate Nordic skiing and local winter heritage with classic and skate races at the Frisco Nordic Center.

February 13 — Frisco Spontaneous Combustion Bonfire & Fireworks
Frisco — Gather near the marina for a community bonfire, music and fireworks during this signature winter celebration.

February 19–21 — Subaru WinterFest
Copper Mountain — Enjoy live music, mountain lifestyle activities and family-friendly festival entertainment at Copper Mountain.

February 20 — Frisco Freeze Fat Bike Race
Frisco — Take on groomed Nordic trails by fat bike during this special winter race at the Frisco Nordic Center.

March 2027

March 3, 10 & 17 — Frisco Bubble Gum Ski Race Series
Frisco — The family-friendly winter racing series continues with obstacle, Nordic and slalom events at Frisco Adventure Park.

March 6 — Copper Live Concert Series
Copper Mountain — Enjoy live mountain-side entertainment at Copper Mountain’s Eagle’s Landing during the spring ski season.

March 13 — Frisco BrewSki
Frisco — Come in costume for a playful ski or snowshoe outing with tasting stations along the Frisco Nordic Center trails.

March 28 — Frisco Easter Egg Hunt
Frisco — Families with young children can search for colorful eggs throughout the Frisco Historic Park and Town Hall areas.

April 2027

April 10 — Copper Live Concert Series
Copper Mountain — Celebrate spring skiing with live entertainment at Copper Mountain’s Eagle’s Landing.

April 24–25 — Copper Mountain Sunsation
Copper Mountain — Close out the season with Copper Mountain’s spring festival featuring live music and mountain celebrations.

April 25 — Skimmy Dippers Dual Pond Skim
Copper Mountain — Watch costumed skiers and snowboarders attempt to skim across water during Copper Mountain’s spring finale.

Last reviewed November 3, 2026.