9 food & drink events coming to the Vail Valley this summer
From Vail Craft Beer Fest to Blues, Brews & BBQ, summer in the Vail Valley is filled with events focused on food and drinks
The Rocky Mountains make for a spectacular backdrop during foodie events throughout the summer, as well as festivals focused on wine, beer and spirits. Here’s a look at eight food and drink events coming to the Vail Valley this summer.
Vail, Beaver Creek Restaurant Week
Twice is nice when it comes to Vail, Beaver Creek Restaurant Week. Taking place May 26-June 2 and again Sept. 27-Oct. 6, participating restaurants are serving a wide variety of prix fixe menus starting at $20.19. Be prepared to try a new restaurant or return to your favorite spots for a night out.
Event tenure: Seventh annual event
More information: Visit http://www.diningataltitude.com
Farmers markets
Entering its 18th year on East Meadow Drive, the Vail Farmers’ Market & Art Show returns Sundays, June 16 to Oct. 6. Celebrating its 21stseason, the Minturn Market is Saturdays, June 15 to Sept. 7. The Edwards Corner Market returns Saturdays, June 15 to Sept. 21. In 2018, both Gypsum and Avon got in on the market scene with week-day markets.
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More information: Follow the farmers markets on Facebook
Eagle Mushroom and Wild Food Festival
Enjoy a weekend of foraging, educational seminars and food and drinks Aug. 2-4. The Eagle Mushroom and Wild Food Festival will help attendees explore, identify and eat mushrooms.
More information: Visit http://www.eagleoutside.com
Gourmet On Gore
A Labor Day weekend tradition in Vail, Gourmet on Gore brings world-class wine, beer and spirits together with culinary creations from Vail’s top chefs Aug. 30-Sept. 2. Events at Gourmet on Gore include a tasting tour; open-air tasting; kids culinary corner; and more.
Festival tenure: 12th annual event
More information: Visit http://www.gourmetongore.com
Oktoberfests
The best thing about Oktoberfests in the Vail Valley is they start in September. Across the valley, Oktoberfest celebrations are spaced out up through October, making more chances to get in on the Bavarian celebrations. Oktoberfests in the Rocky Mountains usually includes stein-holding competitions, keg bowling and more.
Vail Craft Beer Classic
In its third year and gaining momentum, the Vail Craft Beer Classic returns June 21-23, featuring outdoor adventures, educational seminars as well as food and beer pairings. Outdoor adventures include a fly-fishing excursion with a brewer and cruising Vail Pass via bicycle with a brewer; seminars include cooking and pairing, chasing trends, tales from the taproom and more.
Festival tenure: Third annual event
More information: Visit http://www.vailcraftbeerclassic.com
Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival
Helping launch summertime at Beaver Creek, the Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival returns the weekend of May 24-26. The event includes live music, a backyard barbecue competition and more, all with the views of Beaver Creek Mountain.
Festival tenure: 16th annual event
More information: Visit http://www.beavercreek.com
Beaver Creek Wine & Spirits Festival
The annual Beaver Creek Wine & Spirits Festival combines Beaver Creek’s very own culinary talent, exclusive wines and outdoor venues during the Colorado summer. The event returns Aug. 8-11 and includes wine dinners, farm-to-table dinners and more.
Festival tenure: 13th annual event
More information: Visit http://www.beavercreek.com
Taste of Vail’s Fall Wine & Food Classic
Taste of Vail presents the Fall Wine & Food Classic Sept. 20-21, featuring wines from the Southern Hemisphere and food from local chefs.
More information: Visit http://www.tasteofvail.com.
Looking for more things to do around the valley this summer?