Signature Events
World Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition
Opening Day, November 25, 2009
The world-famous Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition takes place on Beaver Creek Mountain’s Opening Day, Nov. 25. Five finalists bake 1,000 cookies each and serve them in the village at 2 p.m. until supplies run out. Guests have the opportunity to sample all of the cookies and vote for their favorite, which then becomes the resort’s official Cookie Time recipe.
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.
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.
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.