Signature Events
in Beaver Creek
Audi Birds of Prey FIS World Cup
December 4-6, 2009
The
road to Vancouver 2010 runs straight through Beaver Creek and the
countdown is underway for the only stop in the United States on the
men’s alpine World Cup circuit. Birds of Prey provides US fans with the
best preview of Olympic contenders on their home turf. The race
includes the premier event Men’s Downhill on Friday, a Super Combined
event on Saturday, followed by a Giant Slalom on Sunday. Olympic gold
medalist Ted Ligety leads the charge along with World Cup winners Marco
Sullivan and Steve Nyman who have found success at Beaver Creek.
Beaver Creek Snowshoe Adventure Series
January 10, 2010
February 7, 2010
March 7, 2010 (Jeremy Wright North American Snowshoe Championship)
Participate
in (or just watch) the 5K, 10K, Kids K, and Dash for Cash snowshoe
races. Celebrations in Beaver Creek Village will follow the races. More
details to come.
The Talons Challenge
January 23, 2010
Ski
13 Black Diamond and Double-Black Diamond runs in one day. The Talons
Challenge is a showcase of the best steeps Beaver Creek has to offer;
24,000+ vertical feet await on Beaver Creek’s legendary World Cup Birds
of Prey downhill course, in Larkspur Bowl and on the flanks of Grouse
Mountain. Skiers and riders of all ages and abilities are encouraged to
test their skills and stamina. Post-event enjoy après and great prize
giveaways. Space is limited.
Beaver Creek Master Chef Classic presented by Bon Appetit
January 29-30, 2010
Beaver
Creek celebrates all things culinary with Bon Appetit Magazine. The
Classic features the Master Chef Challenge (similar to the Iron Chef
competition) on Friday night and the ever-popular Grand Tasting on
Saturday night. Also don’t miss a full lineup of tastings, seminars and
cooking classes that celebrate culinary delights and offerings from
Beaver Creek chefs as well as renowned guest chefs Joey Campanaro, Cat
Cora, Ming Tsai, TOJO, Francois Payard and more.
*Events subject to change
More Events Tree Lighting and Gingerbread Competition
November 27, 2009
The
seventh annual Fantasy Gingerbread competition and the 29th Annual Tree
Lighting Ceremony and fireworks display will kick off the holiday
season in Beaver Creek. Festivities include a tree lighting ceremony,
fireworks, carolers and Santa on a Zamboni! Check out or enter the
Gingerbread Competition in Ford Hall all day.
Technique Weeks
Week One - December 9-13, 2009
Week Two - December 13-18, 2009
Week Three - January 6-10, 2010
For
visitors looking for the ultimate skiing experience, Technique Weeks at
the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek, is ideal. The program provides instruction
from world class Ski Ambassador Chris Anthony and luxurious
accommodations at the base of Beaver Creek Mountain. Join other skiers
of your same ability to expand your skiing horizon with personalized
instruction, videotaped sessions and the latest in techniques. Evenings
feature informal gatherings and social events with other members who
share your passion for skiing.
Prevention Reinvention Weekend
January 23-24, 2010
Join
Prevention Magazine in Beaver Creek Village for a weekend of
activities, demos, a winter fashion show, samplings and more all geared
towards women. Discover new ideas on ways to be healthier, happier and
stronger.
ReTreat Yourself
January 28-30, 2010
Women
are invited to connect with each other on the mountain and on their
mats, with skiing/snowboarding as guided by pro-athletes and Beaver
Creek instructors, yoga classes and life coach sessions to encourage
personal power. B4BC (Boarding for Breast Cancer), a non-profit,
education, awareness and fundraising foundation, is a partner at this
retreat.
Vail Film Festival, presented by Vail and Beaver Creek
April 1-4, 2010
Due
to the Vail Film Festival’s successful growth over the past several
years, the event is expanding to Beaver Creek. This year the Vilar
Performing Arts Center and Ford Hall will host some of the films as
well as the closing awards ceremony. As film submissions and event
details become finalized, updates will be available at
wwwbeavercreek.com.
Easter Eggstravaganza
April 4, 2010
Beaver
Creek’s annual Easter celebration includes sunrise service on the
mountain followed Eggstravaganza at Creekside Park. Kids can enjoy a
visit from the Easter Bunny as well as an Easter egg hunt and parents
will have plenty of photo opportunities of their kids.
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