Events, Deals and Happenings

The Agenda: Week of September 19

From farmers markets to trivia nights to a two-day disc golf tourney, the events and happenings you won't want to miss this week.

09/21/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Microbreweries

Best Beers of the Vail Valley

We sample taps from Vail Village to Eagle to help you sort the good suds from the great.

09/20/2016

Outdoors

Tips for Capturing the Fall's Foliage in Photos

Autumn gets picture-perfect in the Vail Valley with an explosion of color.

09/20/2016 Photography by Tom Winter Edited by Kirsten Dobroth

Events, Deals and Happenings

The Agenda: Week of September 12

Where to go, what to do and the events you won't want to miss this week in the Vail Valley.

09/13/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Outdoors

Inside Vail Mountain's Epic Discovery Experience

We take a visit to Vail's biggest investment in summer activities since scenic chairlift rides.

09/06/2016 By Tom Winter

Deals

Fun & Free: Week of September 5

Classic cars, alpenhorns and western cowboy culture highlight this week's offerings.

09/06/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Deals

Fun & Free: Week of August 26

Two Hall of Fame musical acts on one stage, a one-woman show, and the classic fall celebration known as Oktoberfest highlight this week's best free activities.

08/30/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Skiing

It Just Snowed. What Does That Mean for the Season Ahead?

The white stuff has arrived, at least for a day or two. We caught up with weather expert Joel Gratz to talk about the upcoming winter.

08/26/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Microbrewing

Crazy Mountain Brewing is Poised for Great Things

In an age of consolidation, microwbrewers are tasty targets for companies like Coors and Budweiser. Will one of our local brands be the latest to be absorbed by the Borg of beer?

08/23/2016 By Tom Winter

Deals

Fun & Free: Week of August 23

Legendary Colorado troubadour Sean Kelly brings a reincarnated version of the Samples to Avon, a concussion discussion, a missing mountain biker, and a literary walkabout.

08/23/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Deals

Fun & Free: Week of August 15

Crazy kayakers paddling Niagara Falls, an artsy exhibition on mushrooms and a guided hike into a proposed wilderness area highlight this week's fun & free picks.

08/15/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Ranches

Open Spaces and Elbow Room: How to Have a Slice of the Old West in the Valley

Despite ongoing population growth and development the valley, those who want a place where they can run cattle and play cowboy can find the elbow room to do that.

08/09/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Deals

Fun & Free: Week of August 8

This week's highlights include the chance to meet a World War II veteran, an educational look at the Betty Ford Gardens, and two musical acts that you won't ...

08/08/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Rugby

Vail's Team: The Oldest and Most Successful Sporting Organization in the Vail Valley Hosts the Oldest Sporting Event in Vail This Weekend

The Vail Rugby Club is the community's most venerable sporting organization. Is it the most civilized? We'll let you decide.

08/05/2016 Edited by Tom Winter Photography by Bob Barrett

Deals

Fun & Free: Week of August 1

Award-winning mystery writers, dancing in the park, an amazing art show and one of the most unusual musical performances in the world highlight our choices of the best fun & free events in the Vail Valley.

08/01/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Hiking

James Dziezynski Hiked 800 Miles So You Don't Have To

James Dziezynski talks about his latest hiking guidebook, his favorite trails in Vail and the best hiking choices for people with dogs.

08/01/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Shopping

A Day At The Vail Farmer's Market

From organic peaches to skateboards to artwork, the Vail Farmer's Market has something for everyone.

07/25/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Deals

Fun & Free: Week of July 18

Our picks of the best free activities for the week, from concerts to movies to more.

07/18/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Outdoors

Gore Range Getaway

The close in, convenient backpacking destination you won't want to miss this summer.

07/15/2016 Edited by Tom Winter

Deals

Fun & Free: Week of July 11

Keep your wallet in your pocket! Fun & Free stuff to do that won't cost a nickle!

07/11/2016 Edited by Tom Winter