Vail-Beaver Creek Weekend Agenda Nov 22-24

Beaver Creek Opening Day: Saturday, Nov 23
Image: Jon Resnick
Thursday
“For the Love of Craft” Film Screening
Nov. 21, 7 p.m., Bonfire Brewing, Eagle
Combining two great loves (movies and beer), Bonfire Brewing presents a free screening of “For the Love of Craft,” a documentary featuring interviews with more than 100 folks who created the craft beer scene that we enjoy today. bonfirebrewing.com
Saturday
Beaver Creek Opening Day
Nov. 23, 9 a.m., Beaver Creek Resort
For the second year in a row, Beaver Creek will open ahead of schedule for the 2019-20 ski season. The resort is offering 70 acres of beginner and intermediate terrain via the Centennial Express Lift and the Haymeadow Express Gondola; uphill access is currently closed. Though the official Beaver Creek’s World’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition remains scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 27, cookie monsters can look forward to a special Cookie Time in the morning as part of Opening Day festivities. beavercreek.com
Revely Vail
Nov. 23-30, Vail Village
Vail mountain opened to skiers and riders last weekend but the official kick-off to the 2019-20 season starts this weekend with a new event: Revely Vail. Celebrating the “Brilliance of Winter,” this week-long celebration includes the Thanksgiving holiday and offers family-oriented activities throughout Vail Village including cooking classes, ice skating celebrations, Explosion of Lights walk (which includes Glühwein and beer), a gingerbread contest, the tree lighting, music and the Kris Kringle Market. A signature 10th Mountain Legacy Parade will also take place along the streets of Vail. reneventproductions.com/event/revelyvail
Frozen 2 Celebration
Nov. 23, 10:30 a.m., The Bookworm in Edwards
Bundle up in your furs and grab your favorite snowman: The Bookworm in Edwards is celebrating the film release of “Frozen 2” with story time and a costume contest. All attendees get a free popcorn coupon from the Riverwalk Theater to enjoy at the matinee showing; the winner of the costume contest will receive a free ticket to the showing following story time. Kids and young-at-heart adults are welcome. bookwormofedwards.com
Revely Vail Cooking Class Series: Ceviche with Chef Rosa Provoste
Nov. 23, noon -2 p.m. Grand View Community Room, Lionshead Welcome Center
Learn how to make ceviche, a popular Latin American seafood dish consisting of raw fish “cooked” in citrus juice. Harvest Executive Chef Rosa Provoste shares her version with participants. From $45. reneventproductions.com/event/revelyvail
Ice Skating Celebration
Nov. 23, 3:30 – 4 p.m., Solaris and Arrabelle skating rinks
The Vail Ice Skating Club will whirl and twirl, lighting up the ice and showcasing their talent at the Solaris and Arrabelle outdoor skating rinks. Free. reneventproductions.com/event/revelyvail
Explosion of Lights Walk
Nov. 23, 5:30 – 6 p.m., Lionshead and Vail Villages
Enjoy an illuminated stroll through Vail. Beginning in Lionshead, participants can “ooh” and “ahh” at the lights in Lionshead before snagging a hot chocolate and heading to Vail to admire more lights, ending at Slifer Square. reneventproductions.com/event/revelyvail
Mihali Savoulidis
Nov. 23, 10 p.m. Shakedown Bar, Vail Village
Barely 30 years old, the lead singer and guitarist from Vermont rock quartet Twiddle has drawn crowds at iconic locales like Red Rocks and Bonnaroo. Don’t miss Mihali’s signature vocals and guitar work—you’ll see what fans of Twiddle are raving about. shakedowbarvail.com
Sunday
Revely Vail Cooking Class Series: Gnocchi & Pumpkin Soup with Chef Rosa Provoste
Nov. 24, noon – 2 p.m., Grand View Community Room, Lionshead Welcome Center
Harvest Executive Chef Rosa Provoste will teach participants how to make hand-made gnocchi and pumpkin soup. From $77. reneventproductions.com/event/revelyvail
Meet, Greet and Run with World-Class Runner Andrew Wheating
Nov. 24, 3 p.m., Colorado Mountain College, Leadville
Andrew Wheating, who won three NCAA titles and made two Olympic teams and a World Championship team, retired from competitive running in 2018 at age 30. Wheating will visit Colorado Mountain College Leadville and lead a 30-minute group run on CMC Leadville trails. Light refreshments will follow the run and attendees will have an opportunity to listen to stories about his running life. [email protected]
Revely Vail Cooking Class Series: Buffalo Chili with Chef David Sanchez
Nov. 24, 5 – 7 p.m., Vail Golf Club, Vail Village
Grill on the Gore Executive Chef David Sanchez is famous for his mouth-watering Gore Range Buffalo Chili. In this class, you’ll learn how to make this warm and comforting dish, packed with flavor and texture. From $55. reneventproductions.com/event/revelyvail
Explosion of Lights Walk
Nov. 23, 5:30 – 6 p.m., Lionshead and Vail Villages
If you missed the walk on Saturday or just can’t get enough of the holiday illumination, head to Lionshead on Sunday for another opportunity to enjoy the explosion of lights. reneventproductions.com/event/revelyvail
Vail Astronomy Nights
Nov. 24, 6-8 p.m., Betty Ford Alpine Garden
Join a professional astronomer on an exploration of the night sky using museum-grade, state-of-the-art telescopes. With the potential to view the moon, Jupiter, the Ring Nebula, constellations and more, it promises to be a magical night for both experienced stargazers and first-time viewers. Free. reneventproductions.com/event/revelyvail