Vail Arts & Entertainment

NightLife in Vail

Vail is consistently recognized as one of North America's most exciting and vibrant ski towns, not only for its amazing terrain, but because of the diverse arts and entertainment options. There is something for everyone including a wide variety of bars, clubs, and restaurants in addition to the amazing cultural opportunities and events all year round.

Hot Summer Nights and bud light street beat - free concerts in Vail

Vail offers amazing year-round events including a free wonter concert series, the Bud Light Street Beats, and a free summer concert series, the Hot Summer Nights events. All concerts are free and during the peak summer and winter seasons for locals and visitors alike. Make sure to check out our events calendar for the most up to date information on these concerts and more events going on right now in the Vail Valley.

Friday Afternoon Club FAC on Vail Mountain

Start off the weekend with Vail's only mountaintop Friday Afternoon Club (FAC) at Adventure Ridge, at the top of the Eagle Bahn gondola. FAC begins at 5pm on the Talon's Deck at Eagle's Nest. All the concerts are free and include events, food, and drink for the whole family. Guests can ride the gondola to the event for free after 4pm.

The FAC events will take place every Friday from June 2 - August 13 from 5 - 8pm.

Cultural Events in Vail

Vail is known for its incredible and abundant cultural activities going on year-round. Vail Snow Daze is the official winter kick-off party that features amazing free concerts all week long. Carnivail is a fun, free way to celebrate Mardi Gras. With a Fat Tuesday Parade and the world's highest low country crawfish boil, this event is a local's favorite. The Taste of Vail is one of the best and most well-know food and wine festivals in the country. Enjoy a wide variety of events concluding with the famous Mountain Top Picnic. Vail brings the winter season to a close with a week long celebration, Spring Back to Vail. This incredible week of festivities includes the World Pond Skimming Championships, giveaways, and a huge, free, blow-out concert.

Apres Ski Scene

Hot Nightlife in Vail

Vendetta's - Featuring pizza by the slice, this is the hang out for Vail's ski patrollers. Located in Vail Village on Bridge Street.
The Bully Ranch - A local's favorite! Be sure try a "mud-slide" drink and enjoy the true Colorado Western cuisine and barbecue. Located in the Sonnenalp Resort in Vail Village.
The Red Lion- Live music and a great deck make this a perfect apres ski venue. Get there early to claim a prized spot on the front deck. Located in Vail Village on Bridge Street.
Pepi's - The apres-ski place to listen to live music for a more refined crowd. Located in Vail Village on Bridge Street
Garfinkel's- Offers a large deck for apres-ski and nightly specials. Located in LionsHead near Eagle Bahn Gondola.
Los Amigos – With one of the best decks in Vail Village, this Mexican restaurant features great margaritas and the perfect viewing area for watching skiers come down Vail’s famous Pepi’s Face.
The Tap Room- A local's favorite with burgers, beer, and a front and back deck. Located in the Bridge Street building next to the Vista Bahn chairlift.

Dancing in Vail

The Club - A late night hot spot with a stage, live music, and great drink specials
Samana - A club with urban style and dancing
Whiskey Jack’s – A favorite late-night dancing spot, famous for the pole that attracts a wide variety of amateur dancers.

Vail Sports Bars

The Altitude Billiards and Sports Lounge - Vail's largest sports bar with big screen TVs, billiards and video games. Located in the Evergreen Lodge
The Tap Room - One of the newest additions to Vail, offering many TVs and several types of martinis. Located at the top of Bridge Street
The Sandbar - Located in West Vail, this bar has music, pool tables, shuffle board, numerous TV's including a big screen with couches!
The George – Located right before the covered bridge in Vail, this downstairs bar offers numerous pool tables as well as a oversized leather chairs and a food menu

Vail Spa Condominiums has everything you'll need for the perfect Colorado vacation. Enjoy a newly remodeled pool, fitness center, hot tubs, and locker room. View all the amenities at Vail Spa Condominiums

Mountain biking is the perfect summer activity, and with the chairlift to help carry your bike up the mountain, it's a great way to see the mountain with the whole family! View mountain biking details