Après ski DJs, inspiring films, world-class ice skaters and more in the Vail Valley this weekend
The holidays are still rolling along with events for the whole family up and down the valley
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Après All Day at Express Lift Bar
Vail Mountain is hosting Après All Day throughout the season with different DJs spinning tunes on Saturdays and Sundays at the Express Lift Café near Gondola One from 2-5 p.m. This Saturday check out Alana English, who’s no stranger to playing the ski town circuit and has played Après at the Amp and other shows in our area. On Sunday, it’s time for Sunny Side Up. Brought to you by Pepsi and Lalo Tequila, grab some refreshments when you’re done with your ski day. You’ll hear the music before you even reach Mountain Plaza.
Après All Day has been getting an early start during the holidays with DJs spinning tunes in the mornings. Get your coffee buzz while listening to the beats at Gondola One on Friday, which will be the last day of the morning DJs.
Vail Mountain has more DJs on the schedule for the rest of the season. Check out the list at Vail.com. Learn also about Funday Monday, a new offering brought to you by Outer Range Brewing Company on select Mondays in January, February and March this year:
Feb 16 – J. Worra | Littlefoot
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Mountainfilm On Tour at Vilar Center in Beaver Creek
Get ready to be inspired by Mountainfilm On Tour, a collection of adventure-packed and engaging documentary short films that align with Mountainfilm’s mission to use the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world. Mountainfilm was created in Telluride in 1979 and is still bringing the awe to guests across screens. Mountainfilm is held each Memorial Day, and then different films are handpicked for each destination of the tour. Mountainfilm On Tour is on Saturday at 6 p.m. at the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek.
With a name like Mountainfilm, you’ll off course see epic scenery and lots of mountain adventures including Alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, and snowboarding in places like Norway, Japan and Alaska, but you’ll also delve into the interesting stories such as a master cobbler from Honduras who now makes shoes for Hollywood’s elite, or a man with autism spectrum disorder who has been a part of his hometown parade outside of Chicago for 30 years and the community comes together when his living circumstances are threatened.
The nine short films range in length from 2 to 25 minutes. The event is hosted in conjunction with the Vail Symposium and will be once again hosted by Jim Butterworth, a Vail Valley local and Oscar award winning documentary filmmaker who was inspired to make his debut film, “Seoul Train” after a Vail Symposium program. To learn more, go to VilarPAC.org.
Free skating shows at Solaris in Vail
This Saturday marks the last week of free outdoor ice skating shows. These short performances pack a punch with some of the best and brightest skaters from around the world. This week’s talented lineup includes:
- Emmi Peltonen: 3-time Finnish National Champion, top-5 finisher at the European Championship, and Olympian.
- Jordan Moeller: 5-time Team USA member/international medalist.
- Michelle Lee: Team USA member/4-time US National competitor
In addition to those three, Hannah Herrera and Ivan Khobta are a new pair team that represents Ukraine. They earned medals at the prestigious John Nicks Pair Championships in New York City this season. Check out this amazing team with some incredible pair elements that include a huge split double twist and death spiral.
Solaris Ice Rink on Saturday:
- 4:45 p.m.-5 p.m.: first show
- 5:30 p.m.-5:45 p.m.: second show
Save the date for the Vail Ice Spectacular next year. It returns on Dec. 23 to the Dobson Arena after the remodel project is completed. For more information on the ice skating show, go to DiscoverVail.com.
Try ice skating for free event
If you’re inspired by the pros to try skating, check out the free event at Eagle Pool & Ice Rink in Eagle this Friday. As part of National Skating Month, Mountain Recreation is inviting kids to try this sport on for size. Take advantage of free ice skate rentals, which will be issued on a first come, first serve basis. The free skating will go from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information, go to MountainRec.org.
First Friday Gallery Night – Art Guild at Avon
The Art Guild at Avon welcomes you to its First Friday Gallery Night of the new year. This is truly a one-of-a-kind art experience featuring local artists who will share their new year creative visuals with you. Look for paintings, sculptures, photographs, mixed media pieces and more. This night of food, drinks and art is open to the public. Come anytime between 5-7 p.m. at the Avon Art Guild’s location in The Seasons in Avon. And if you see something you like, just know that you can buy these unique pieces of art if you wish. For more information, go to VVAGCO.org.
