The charming and historic town of Breckenridge, Colo. is the idyllic place to embrace winter with snow-filled adventures both on and off the slopes. This winter season welcomes the 60th anniversary at Breckenridge Ski Resort and the return of beloved festivals and events from Ullr Fest to the International Snow Sculpture Championships after a year on-hold. And following a day of winter play, the town offers 200 shops, restaurants and tap houses, an acclaimed arts district and adventure-inspired accommodations to retreat, renew and relax. The community of Breckenridge encourages travelers to B Like Breckenridge and to practice patience, kindness and leave the destination better than they found it. For more winter travel inspiration, visit www.GoBreck.com.
- Responsible Travel: Breckenridge has a focus on regenerative and responsible travel from the town’s new B Like Breckenridge stewardship campaign to eco lodging offerings and the town's elimination of single-use plastic bags on September 1, 2021. Breckenridge was recently certified as a sustainable mountain resort destination using the Mountain IDEAL standard. Breckenridge received certification by Green Destinations and is only the third destination in the U.S. to become certified through a program that is accredited by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). United is making it easier (and more eco-conscious) for customers to travel to Breckenridge this winter with innovative and convenient year-round ground transportation service connecting through its Denver hub skipping the hassle of rental cars, baggage claim and getting travelers directly to this mountain playground. Plus, with an abundance of slopeside lodging accommodations, ski-to-town trails, the BreckConnect Gondola and free in-town bus service, the connection between mountain and town is seamless and it’s easy to leave the car at home. Ski from the top of North America’s highest chairlift directly into town for après.
- Winter Events are Back: Following the pause of events in 2020, the Breckenridge community is thrilled to welcome back some of their most cherished winter traditions. Lighting of Breckenridge, Dec. 4; Ullr Fest, Dec. 8-12; and the Breckenridge International Snow Sculpture Championships, Jan. 24 - 30. In addition, Breckenridge Ski Resort will be celebrating its 60th Anniversary throughout the upcoming winter season, from opening day, Nov. 12 through closing day on Memorial Day, May 30, 2022.
- 60 Years of the Breckenridge Ski Resort: Since opening its slopes for the first time on Dec. 16, 1961, Breckenridge has served as a down-to-earth, home away from home for people near and far. For 60 years, the resort has paved the way for innovation, access and high alpine adventure across its Five Peaks, from being on the forefront of new lift technology and installing the world’s first high-speed quad; to providing unrivaled access to the high alpine with the introduction of the T-Bar, the highest chairlift in North America – Imperial, and the opening of Peak 6; to being the first major Colorado resort to welcome snowboarders in 1984. While the resort has continued to grow and evolve over the years with new lifts, new peaks, new experiences and beyond, what has always remained the same is the sense of community and adventure, and an indescribable energy and excitement that draws people into Breckenridge. From the kick off of ski season with Wake Up Breck and Opening Day to Spring Finale, the resort plans to celebrate its 60th anniversary season all winter long.
- Introducing the Freedom SuperChair: Coming this winter, a brand-new chair creates a classic pair on Peak 7 – Freedom and Independence. The new Freedom SuperChair, alongside the existing Independence SuperChair, will provide guests the opportunity to experience the wide-open and rolling terrain of Peak 7 in a whole new way, and will be a game-changer for the resort and the connection between Peaks 6, 7 and 8.
- Breckenridge Welcome Center Museum Exhibits 60 Years of Breckenridge Ski Resort Objects in 60 Years: Guests can go back in time and see and, in some cases, feel the progression of history, skiing and Breckenridge. Each object or artifact will have its own story that relates to the history of the ski area/recent ski history. Some objects include: the first ski patrol jacket (early 1960s), "Good for 50 Cents" Ullr coins, a yoyo from when the Quicksilver chair opened and many more.
- Winter Playground Expanded: A bright spot of last winter was the expansion of some of Breckenridge’s unique outdoor winter offerings that can be enjoyed during this brighter winter season. Within the last year, Gold Run Nordic Center doubled its fat bike rental fleet, Breckenridge expanded it’s already expansive groomed trails network and a new free sledding hill was added for family fun.
- Winter Adventures Off the Slopes: Bucket list mountain adventures that allow travelers to reconnect with loved ones can become a reality via an off-the-grid winter hut trip to Sisters or Francie’s Cabins, take backcountry skiing to the next level through a class or clinic, experience the solitude of winter fly fishing or fat biking, whoosh on a sled, dog sled or sleigh ride, schuss on cross-country skis and more.
- Inclusivity: Breckenridge has a history of inclusivity and efforts to be more inclusive with the formation of its Social Equity Advisory Commission. Visitors can learn about the first Black business owner in Breckenridge at the Barney Ford House Museum, meet the female distiller and brewer breaking barriers in a male-dominated profession, explore BOEC’s outdoor adventures for those with disabilities and learn about what is rumored to be the oldest LGBTQ organization within the state of Colorado. The Breckenridge Ski Resort is partnering with KIT LENDER to make it easier and less intimidating for guests to rent the winter apparel they need to get on the slopes for the first time.
- Thoughtful Dining and Retail: Amid the pandemic, many new restaurants and shops have opened their doors showcasing sustainable and socially responsible goods and fashions, forward-thinking foods and award-winning craft libations with unparallelled views. Breckenridge’s Broken Compass Brewing Company welcomes its first winter on Main Street with a NEW taproom and the Breckenridge Distillery launched a NEW interactive spirits lab. The NEW Tin Plate and Dynamite Cookies, specializes in beer pairing with sourdough pizza and homemade cookies and is located in the historic property where Tom’s Baby, Colorado’s largest gold nugget was stored overnight. Some drinking and dining establishments will also bring back last winter’s creative outdoor dining options like Gravity Haus’ winter snow cabanas.
- Mountains of Creativity: NEW this fall, Breck Film will open the Eclipse Theater to be used for Breck Film events like Breck Film Society and the Festival and regular programing like Blockbuster and Indie films alike. Explore winter creativity in the outdoors with private maker workshops in the award-winning arts district; a hike or snowshoe to see Isak Heartstone, the wooden troll sculpture and more.
- The Rise of Adventure Lodging: Sleep better with unique lodging offerings from outdoor adventure-inspired properties including the LOGE, Gravity Haus, The Ranahan and Grand Colorado on Peak 8.
- Be a Virtual Nomad: Breckenridge is the ideal place to be a virtual nomad where a lunch break can include downhill, backcountry or cross-country skiing, co-working offerings make the mountains feel like home, remote work packages are offered and lighting-fast fiber internet has been installed throughout downtown.
