The fascinating view of the Ten Mile Range is guaranteed to captivate anyone's attention and it's just one of the reasons to plan a trip to Breckenridge. Certainly, the outdoor activities and endless forms of recreation are also what draws visitors to this mountain town. Still, Breckenridge seems to put on a new face every time the town comes together in celebration. In Breckenridge, there's always something to celebrate so it is always nice to consider a trip to Colorado's 149-year-old Victorian paradise and have fun.



The Breckenridge Ski Resort can be thanked for providing a unique way to ring in the New Year: with twenty-ton snow sculptures in the Budweiser International Snow Sculpture Championships, coming into its 18th year now. This event calls upon only the most creative artists to turn a blank canvass of snow into a masterpiece. Sculptors from all over the world take over the town for five days to craft astonishing 12-foot tall works of art with just their two hands and a few permitted non-power tools including carrot scraper and chicken wire. A board of judges then present awards to the top three winners based on theme, style, and technique. Championships take place in the middle of town at the Riverwalk Center from January 20-25, 2009.

There's always a good sense to celebrate after a fantastic ski season and Breckenridge is a town that knows this better than any other. The Spring Massive is held each year to rejoice in the year's snow fall and this event always makes it easy for anyone to have a good time, whether it's through live entertainment or just a day of spring skiing. Planned happenings include free outdoor concerts, ski competitions, the Massive Beer Festival, Comedy, and a Bite of Breckenridge. The eighth annual festival will take place from April 1-19, 2009.

The 25th Genuine Jazz and Arts Festival in Breckenridge offers wine tasting, hot music, and exotic summer nights. People all over town come together every year for this free event in the Plaza above Maggie Pond when various performers are invited to play all genres of jazz including smooth jazz, fusion, and mainstream. This event is usually held during a weekend in August.

Neighboring towns join together in the fall to pay tribute to the traditional German celebration of Oktoberfest and Breckenridge is one that makes this event truly spectacular. Offering time-honored German music, delightful Bavarian food, entertaining kids' activities and endless stock of beer, Breckenridge has been celebrating Oktoberfest for fifteen years now. Grab your beer stein, pull on your lederhosen and from September 18-20, 2009, head over to Breckenridge for some incredible mountain fun.

Winter definitely brings a reason to celebrate in real Breckenridge style. The opening of December is when Breckenridge formally announces that the holiday season has arrived with its Victorian Holliday celebration which includes competitions on the Breckenridge Ski Resort and craft workshops. Of course, the holiday season wouldn't be complete without the annual Lighting of Breckenridge on Main Street.

All of the events in Breckenridge take place in the center of the town so it would be easy for you to find near the venue. There are also free shuttles that would transport you to the location conveniently. There are many reasons to celebrate in Breckenridge that are guaranteed to entertain you and make your visit memorable. Plan your family vacation in Breckenridge to experience the unique and jovial celebrations of the town.