Breckenridge Summer/Fall Events
Ongoing Events
June - September, 2010 Breckenridge Sunday Market Join us every Sunday in the summer for the Breckenridge Farmer's Market with fresh veggies and fruit and locally made crafts. June - September from 9am - 2pm.
Peak 8 Fun Park Click here for more information
Breckenridge Nature Series Enjoy guided nature hikes and programs sponsored by the Town of Breckenridge. 970-453-3362
Seventh Annual Sculpture on the Blue A collection of sculptures from local and national artists in the Blue River Plaza and on the Riverwalk Center Lawn.
Historic Breckenridge Take a guided or unguided stroll through Breckenridge sites and museums.
Kidz Calliope Various children's events and shows on Tuesdays during the Summer.
2010 Summer Events
June 
June 2, Wednesday - National Running Day 5K Race
Kick off your summer with this 5K fun run. All ages welcome!
Where: Breckenridge Recreation Center
Time: 5:45 pm
Info: 970-453-1734
June 9, Wednesday - The Summit Trail Running Series
Sponsored by the North Face Breckenridge. The Series consists of 6 trail running races. Each race features a short and long course, and all races are open to runners of all abilities and ages.
Where: French Gulch
Time: 5:45 pm start
Info: 970-453-1734
June 10-13, Thursday-Sunday - 30th Annual Breckenridge Festival of Film
In its 30th year, the Breckenridge Festival of Film celebrates the art and craft of filmmaking. Each year, a unique and varied array of independent films, premiers, receptions, educational programs and retrospectives honoring featured guests takes place high in the Colorado Rockies.
Where: around Breckenridge
Info: 970-547-3100
June 16, Wednesday - The Summit Trail Running Series
Sponsored by the North Face Breckenridge. The Series consists of 6 trail running races. Each race features a short and long course, and all races are open to runners of all abilities and ages.
Where: French Gulch
Time: 5:45 pm start
Info: 970-453-1734
June 18, Friday - Breckenridge Town Party
Kick off the summer with live music, petting zoo, town photo and BBQ.
Where: Riverwalk Center and Blue River Plaza
Time: 4 pm – 9 pm
Info: 970-547-3100
June 19 & 20, Saturday & Sunday - Kingdom Days
Breckenridge’s annual heritage celebration. This event offers a robust line-up of events and activities including historic mine tours, museum exhibits, gun fights, live music, old time arts and crafts, storytelling, historic hikes, kids’ activities and the Annual Outhouse Races. Join us as we celebrate Breckenridge’s past, in the spirit of today. Click Here For More Information.
Where: Throughout Breckenridge
Time: all day
Info: 970-453-6018
June 25 - 27, Friday – Sunday - Breckenridge Sidewalk Sale Weekend
Where: Retailers in Downtown Breckenridge
Time: all day
Info: 970-453-6018
July 
July 2 – 4, Friday - Sunday - Arts District Grand Celebration
Open studios, artist demonstrations, make and take art projects for children, music, dancing and more. This is a grand celebration for the arts! Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest with cash prizes on Saturday.
Where: Corner of S. Ridge St. and E. Washington Ave.
Time: Friday & Saturday: 12 pm – 5 pm , Sunday: 12 pm – 3 pm
Info: 970-453-3364 or japeraw@townofbreckenridge.com
July 4, Sunday - INDEPENDENCE DAY
Celebrate Independence Day with lively entertainment, fresh activities and dynamic family fun. Breck’s celebration includes the vibrant Fourth of July Parade on historic Main Street, July Arts Festival, 10K trail run, bike race, live music, kids' activities and so much more. End the night with the National Repertory Orchestra performing a patriotic concert at the Riverwalk Center with an extraordinary fireworks display to follow.
Painting the town red, white and blue, the wildly popular Breckenridge Fourth of July Parade starts on North Main Street and winds its way through town to the South. Click Here for More Information.
Where: Around Town
Time: All Day
Info: 970-453-2913
July 5 – 11, Monday – Sunday - Breck Bike Week
One week dedicated to introducing visitors to one of Breckenridge’s best kept secrets, its expansive backcountry trail network that can be accessed from anywhere in town within two minutes. Activities during the week include group led rides, bike-in movie nights, Tour de France viewing, lectures, bike fits, kids’ races and more.
Where: Blue River Plaza “base camp”
Time: Variuos times
Info: 970-453-2913
July 6, Tuesday - Imagination Express: Ripstokes
In addition to Breck Bike Week, witness the most jaw dropping and awe inspiring performance on a bike that you have ever seen!
Where: Riverwalk Center
Time: 2 pm – 3 pm
Info: 970-547-3100
July 13, Tuesday - Imagination Express: Salida Circus and the Scarlet Sisters Western Round Up
A Carriage House Fundraiser, come to the rowdiest ranch this side of the Mason Dixon. The Scarlet Sisters are lookin’ for new rodeo clowns, cortortin’ cowboys and cowgirls, rootin’ tootin’ tightrope walkers and more!
Where: Riverwalk Center
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Info: 970-547-3100
July 21, Wednesday - The Summit Trail Running Series
Sponsored by the North Face Breckenridge. The Series consists of 6 trail running races. Each race features a short and long course, and all races are open to runners of all abilities and ages.
Where: Peaks Trail/Siberian Loop
Time: 5:45 pm start
Info: 970-453-1734
July 23 – 25, Friday – Sunday - 9th Annual Breckenridge Main Street Art Festival
Where: Wellington Lot
Time: 10 am – 6 pm daily
Info: 970-547-9326
July 30 – August 1, Friday – Sunday - Colorado Gold Panning Championships and Demonstrations
Brought to you by the Gold Prospectors of Colorado. Free public demonstrations and gold panning instruction with team and individual competitions.
Where: Blue River Plaza
Time: 10 am – 5 pm
Info: 877-864-0868
July 30 – August 1, Friday – Sunday - Antique Show and Sale
Where: Wellington Lot
Time: TBD
Info: 719-338-1321
August 
August 4, Wednesday - The Summit Trail Running Series Race
Sponsored by the North Face Breckenridge. The Series consists of 6 trail running races. Each race features a short and long course, and all races are open to runners of all abilities and ages.
Where: Carter Park
Time: 5:45 pm start
Info: 970-453-1734
August 14th, Saturday - 3rd Annual Bob Guthrie Memorial Ride: Cycle to Complete the Circle
Enjoy the stunning views and terrific bike riding on a 15-mile family ride, 25, 55 or 100-mile ride in and around Summit County while helping to raise funds for the Swan Mountain Rec Path.
Where: Start at the Summit Medical Center, 340 Peak One Dr., Frisco
Time: TBD
Info: www.tour-the-summit.com
August 21 – 27, Saturday – Friday - Breck Epic
A 7-day ultra-endurance mountain bike stage race held in the sprawling backcountry of Breckenridge. After a 10-mile time-trial on day one, athletes will contest 5 subsequent stages spending 4 – 8 hours on course each day, most of it over 10,000ft.
Where: Trails around Breckenridge
Time: TBD
Info: www.breckepic.com
August 22, Sunday - 3rd Annual Race for the Mountains
10k, 5k and kids’ running races. Proceeds support Mountain 2 Mountain and its projects abroad.
Where: Riverwalk Center
Time: 9 am start
Info: www.mountain2mountain.org
August 22, Sunday - Imagination Express: Golden Dragon Acrobats
Come and see these astounding acrobatics with theatrical enhancements and Chinese traditional dance. This performance features contortionists, tumblers and jugglers.
Where: Riverwalk Center
Time: 6:30 pm -7:30 pm
Info: 970-547-3100
September 
September 3 - 7, 2010 Labor Day Weekend: Discover what 150 years of Breckenridge history has to offer! Events include the Great Divide Arts & Crafts Fair, The Rubber Duck Race and Sidewalk Sale Days. Click Here for more information.
September 4, Saturday - The Summit Foundation Great Rubber Duck Races
Features over 10,000 little rubber ducks competing for prizes.
Where: from Maggie Pond down the Blue River to the Riverwalk Center
Time: 11 am – 5 pm
Info: 970-453-5970
September 4 – 6, Saturday – Monday - Gathering at the Great Divide Art Festival
This 35-year tradition continues with over 100 exceptional artists!
Where: Wellington Lot
Time: Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 6 pm, Monday 10 am – 4 pm
Info: 970-547-932
September 17-19, Friday – Sunday - Breckenridge Oktoberfest
Grab your stein and lederhosen and join us for the festival that has become a Breckenridge tradition. Offering Oompah music, Bavarian foods and kids’ activities. Breckenridge becomes a mini-Munich for this fundraiser. Click Here for More Information.
Where: Main Street
Time: Friday Brewmaster’s dinner 6 pm, Saturday 11 am – 6 pm, Sunday 11 am – 5 pm
Info: 888-533-9887
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