Complete Guide to Beaver Creek: Winter 2026/27
Fast Facts
- Birds of Prey World Cup returns December 3–13, 2026 for its largest edition yet, with the most expansive women's race schedule in event history.
- The Alpine Table returns this winter with a multi-course, sommelier-paired dinner in a one-of-a-kind alpine setting.
- NEW: Après Pop-Up Weekend at Mamie's, March 19–21, brings live music and elevated après atop Beaver Creek’s Bachelor Gulch.
- NEW: Epic Ascent reinvents the private lesson, pairing world-class instruction with dedicated concierge service.
- NEW: Elevated on-mountain dining and rare-spirits tasting, Spruce Saddle Cabin Corner debuts on select dates, alongside The Last Drop Whiskey Tasting for just 14 guests.
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Why Ski Beaver Creek?
There's something unmistakable about winter at Beaver Creek Resort: first tracks on impeccably groomed slopes, MICHELIN Guide-recognized cuisine, beloved traditions and the vibrant energy of a pedestrian-only village. World-class skiing and riding are elevated by modern alpine luxury and the easy sense of comfort that keeps families returning season after season, the reason every visit feels like you're Not Exactly Roughing It.

Can't-Miss Events at Beaver Creek This Winter
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Birds of Prey World Cup (Dec. 3–13): Two weekends of men's and women's Audi FIS Ski World Cup racing on the legendary Birds of Prey course, alongside live music, après celebrations, ski films, beer tastings and village-wide festivities. A favorite stop among athletes and coaches. Schedule: men's downhill Dec. 3 & 4, super-G Dec. 5, giant slalom Dec. 6; women's downhill Dec. 11 & 12, super-G Dec. 13.
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The Alpine Table Series (Dates to be announced): Following a sold-out summer in the aspens, the culinary team reimagines the experience for winter — a curated multi-course menu from Beaver Creek's fine dining mountain cabin chefs with sommelier-selected wine pairings, in an intimate alpine setting.
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NEW! Après Pop-Up Weekend at Mamie's (March 19–21): A limited-time pop-up atop Bachelor Gulch with live music, specialty drinks and curated food offerings against breathtaking mountain views.
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NEW! The Last Drop Whiskey Tasting (date TBD): One of the season's most exclusive events, an intimate gathering for 14 guests pairing exceptionally rare whiskies from The Last Drop, part of the Sazerac portfolio, with a multi-course dinner by Beaver Creek's fine dining chefs.
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NEW! Spruce Saddle Cabin Corner (Jan. 5 & 19, Feb. 20 & 27, March 20 & 27, April 3 & 10): A chef-curated destination inspired by The Cabins, bringing premium cabin-style flavors to fast, convenient on-mountain service.

Which Beaver Creek Traditions Return This Season?
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Opening Week (Nov. 25–29): The season opens Nov. 25 with the signature Welcome to Winter experience, a Chair 6 banner break atop Centennial Lift, complimentary hot chocolate and cookies, DJ Pippen at the base, swag for early arrivals and surprise treats in gondola cars. The village comes alive with a Holiday Market (Nov. 27–28) and the annual Tree Lighting & Ice Spectacular on Nov. 28.
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New Year's Eve (Dec. 31): The annual Ski Down with more than 200 illuminated skiers, village-wide entertainment and a fireworks display.
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Talon's Challenge presented by Helly Hansen (Feb. 20–21): Conquer 14 of Beaver Creek's toughest black and double-black diamond runs. New this year: a tracked competition format with Terrain Scouts, adding leaderboards, awards and even more bragging rights.
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Vilar Performing Arts Center: A year-round lineup of concerts, comedy, Broadway productions, dance and family entertainment, steps from the slopes in Beaver Creek Village.

Looking for the best places to eat at Beaver Creek?
From MICHELIN Guide-recognized restaurants to sleigh-accessed mountaintop dinners and acclaimed wine programs, food is at the heart of the guest experience.
Cabin Dining on the Mountain:
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Beano's Cabin: Arrive by open-air sleigh for gourmet cuisine, an award-winning wine list and classic Rocky Mountain charm.
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Allie's Cabin: Taking the snow cat up, Allie’s is a Northern Italian-inspired cuisine in an intimate mountaintop setting overlooking the village.
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Zach's Cabin: Perched above Bachelor Gulch, pairing panoramic views and sleigh rides with elevated Alsatian-inspired cuisine and exceptional wines.
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Got a sweet tooth? Cookie Time serves complimentary fresh-baked cookies daily at 3 p.m. at the base of Haymeadow and Centennial Express. Add the Cookie Cabin in Red Buffalo Park (chocolate chip cookies, hot cocoa, seasonal treats), The Ice Cream Parlour atop Haymeadow Express Gondola (ice cream, root beer floats, family lunch favorites) and the Candy Cabin near McCoy Park (nostalgic sweets and artisan chocolates).

NEW: What Is Epic Ascent at Beaver Creek?
Epic Ascent transforms the traditional private ski and snowboard lesson into a fully customized mountain experience, combining world-class instruction with concierge-level service so guests maximize their time skiing while every detail is handled behind the scenes.
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Personalized instruction for up to six guests, with flexible start times and meeting locations
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A dedicated concierge for dining, transportation, rentals and trip planning, plus a private gear-fitting experience when rentals are added
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Exclusive skip-the-lift-line access
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Flexible full-day (9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.) or half-day (9 a.m.–noon, or 1–4 p.m.) options

What Makes Beaver Creek a Family Resort?
World-class Ski & Ride School and the Signature Parks Collection: Industry-leading instruction and children's programs, plus dedicated progression terrain for every stage — first turns in Haymeadow Park, family adventures in Red Buffalo Park and the expansive glades of McCoy Park.
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Thursday Night Lights: A weekly tradition featuring a community ski-down followed by mountaintop fireworks, with many ski school participants joining the celebration.
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Hawk's Nest Cabin and the Eager Beaver Scavenger Hunt: A dedicated teen hangout with games, a ski simulator, music, lounge space and specialty non-alcoholic drinks, plus an interactive village-wide adventure for ages 7–14 with Adventure Kits and a collectible Cookie Compass.
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Family convenience: Trusted childcare options, a pedestrian-friendly village and dining that spans casual family meals to refined culinary experiences.

How Do You Get Access to Beaver Creek?
The Epic Pass. Explore all 2026/27 offerings including the Epic Pass, the Military Pass, the College Pass and the Epic Day Pass for wide-ranging access to Beaver Creek. Pass holders also get Epic Mountain Rewards and the best ski trip deals: 20 percent off on-mountain dining, lodging, group ski and ride school lessons, equipment rentals and more at Vail Resorts' 40 North American owned and operated resorts.
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