You could name any number of reasons to visit Vail. The mountains and resorts have so much to offer. For many, the events are a significant draw. The summer festivals in Vail attract thousands of people every year.

Which summer festivals should you check out? Read our list to learn about some of the top summer festivals.

Experience Summer Festivals in Vail

Vail Arts Festival

Art lovers can’t miss the Vail Arts Festival. It is a community event that runs annually around mid to late June. The festival features artists from around the world and exhibits various types of art. It will have booths around Lionshead Village, offering opportunities to view and learn about art.

Vail Jazz Festival

Vail Jazz holds a festival every year. This popular event includes events throughout the summer. It usually starts in late June with the kickoff party and ends in early September with the Vail Jazz Party. The festival includes both free and paid events at different locations in Vail.

Vail Dance Festival

The Vail Dance Festival is a two-week event held from the end of July to early August. This celebration of dance as an art form includes performances from dance companies and performers from around the world. Attendees can enjoy performances at the Vilar Performing Arts Theater, Gerald R Ford Amphitheater, and the Avon Performance Pavilion.

Bravo! Vail

The Bravo! Vail Music Festival features orchestral music. Beyond performances from some of the world’s top orchestras, they also feature small ensembles and educational events. It runs from late June to early August. Like many festivals in Vail, the events are at different locations in the community.

Vail Wine Classic

With the Vail Wine Classic, you have a festival for the appreciation of wine. The event is over a single weekend in mid-August. There is a lot to do even with just one weekend. You have several events at locations throughout Vail. Wine is the focus, but some events will also have live entertainment.

Gourmet on Gore

Gourmet on Gore is a culinary festival held during Labor Day Weekend in Vail. If you appreciate good food, it is a can’t-miss event. It covers everything from food trucks to fine-dining cuisine. They also host a range of events like hikes and outdoor meals. You can check out their schedule to see the times and locations for different events.

As you can see, Vail hosts a diverse range of summer festivals. And that is just one season! The events don’t stop for winter or fall.

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