Easter happenings, social ski racing and plenty of parties for Vail’s Closing Weekend
Join in the fun as we close down Vail Mountain for the season with plenty of events happenig on and off the hill
Easter events in the Vail Valley
Church services
An Easter tradition that’s been going on for over 30 years is the Vail Mountain Easter Sunrise Service bright and early on Sunday morning. This takes place in a very special location on the top of Vail Mountain at Eagle’s Nest, with views of the Gore Range and Mount of the Holy Cross. The Eagle Bahn Gondola (No. 19) will fire up at 6 a.m. for complimentary rides to foot passengers only (no skis or snowboards). The guests will then go up to the Marketplace Restaurant at the top level of the gondola building for a non-denominational service that will go from 6:30-7:30 a.m.
There are many other congregations hosting Easter Services throughout the day. Many chapels house several different congregations.
Easter egg hunts
Vail Village — The Vail Recreation District is once again hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday from 10-11:30 a.m. This isn’t your typical egg hunt, this is a scavenger hunt where one clue will lead to the next. Head to the Vail Recreation District booth next to the Covered Bridge in Vail Village between 10 and 10:45 a.m. on Saturday to get your Easter Egg Hunt passport filled with clues. From there, you will follow the clues throughout Vail Village, complete your passport and find your way to the last destination where prizes will be awarded. There will be some special eggs hidden along the route in Vail Village, so grab them as those eggs can be redeemed for extra-special prizes. The Easter Bunny will be there as well, so come out in fair or foul weather for this annual tradition. Learn more by visiting VailRec.com.
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Avon — 10,000 eggs will be scattered throughout Harry A. Nottingham Park in Avon at the town’s annual Egg Hunt Extravaganza. The Avon Egg Hunt gets underway at 10 a.m. and goes until noon on Saturday. Kids 9 years old and under are invited to search for eggs and prizes and are broken down into various age groups. In addition to egg hunting there will be a visit from the Easter Bunny, a jellybean guessing game, coloring contest, a petting zoo and inflatable bouncy features. For more info, go to Avon.org/EggHunt.
Eagle — The Eagle Egg Hunt presented by Eagle Vineyard Church is taking place at the Eagle Town Park on Saturday starting at 10 a.m. The egg hunt is organized by age group. Remember to bring your reusable egg basket and as the Town of Eagle works toward plastic-free events, they will have a plastic egg recycle station onsite to recycle plastic eggs. Check out EagleOutside.com for more information.
Easter brunch offerings in the Vail Valley
Several local restaurants will be joining in the spirit of the holiday. Below is a partial list of recommendations, please contact your favorite restaurant to see if they are doing anything special for Easter.
Ludwig’s at Sonnenalp Hotel Vail
The Sonnenalp Hotel in Vail is known for its fantastic brunch, but things get elevated on Easter Sunday. From 11 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. enjoy the raw bar, seafood, carving stations, omelets, cotton candy delights and more. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt and more fun to be had. Reservations are required and the price is $140 for adults and $70 for kids ages 5 to 12. Bottomless mimosas and bloody marys for an additional $55. Call 970-479-5429 for more information.
Gessner at Grand Hyatt Vail
Spend Easter Brunch at Gessner at Grand Hyatt Vail featuring a delicious brunch with breakfast favorites like a carving station, bottomless mimosas and bloody marys. There will be a free Easter Egg Hunt and an Easter Bunny Meet and Greet from 11 a.m. to noon. Brunch will be from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with live music from Andy Cyphert. Call 970-476-1234 for more info.
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Stoke & Rye at Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa Avon
The decadent Stoke & Rye Easter Brunch will be served from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. and the buffet will include herb roasted prime rib, honey glazed ham, a seafood station, omelets and waffles, biscuits and gravy, and a savory dessert bar. Pair those nibbles with bloody marys, mimosas and brunch cocktails. The Easter Bunny will be on site for photo opportunities, too. The brunch buffet is priced at $80 for adults and $30 for kids aged 5-12. Reservations are required; visit StokeandRye.com/easter-brunch to save your spot.
Creekside Grill at Gypsum Golf Course
The Easter Brunch will go from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. with an Easter Egg Hunt and some prizes at 11:30 a.m. There will also be a surprise visit by the Easter Bunny. Check out deals like $6.50 bloody marys and mimosas. The large buffet can accommodate large parties and the price ranges from free for children 10 and under, to $14.95 for ages 11-16 and $37.95 for 17 and older. No reservations, just first come, first served. Call Creekside Grill at 970-524-5160 for more information.
Vail Closing Weekend parties
Discover Vail Après Race and Party at Golden Peak on Friday
Come celebrate the end of another winter season by heading to the base of Golden Peak on Vail Mountain this Friday for a race and an après ski party. The event kicks off with a social ski race from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Prizes will be awarded to the fastest male and female skiers and snowboarders and for best costume. Register in advance at DiscoverVail.com or starting at 10 a.m. the day of the race.
After the social race, settle in for some live music with Quadrasonic and Pixie and the Partygrass Boys from 3 to 7 p.m. Food and drinks will be available from Avanti Food & Beverage at Golden Peak. Although this is an end of season bash open to the public, it is also a celebration of those who work and live in Vail and there are special prizes like trips to Vegas and Moab and other fun items, so if you live or work in the zip codes 81657 or 81658, make sure you register to win at DiscoverVail.com.
100 Day Milestone Party
Vail Mountain is hosting a 100 Day Milestone Party from 2-5 p.m. at Express Lift Bar to celebrate those who hit the hill 100 times this season. The party is open to everyone, not just those who reached this milestone. There will be special offerings for those in the 100 Day Club such as a free gift, raffle giveaways from Helly Hansen, Oakley, GoPro, Icelantic Skis, Michelob Ultra and more. If you have not already received your 100 Day Pin, present your “Days This Season” on the My Epic App for your gift and entry to the raffle prizes. For more information on the party, go to Vail.com’s Events Calendar.
Gandy Dancers at King’s Club Lounge
On Saturday night, stop by the King’s Club Lounge at the Sonnenalp Hotel Vail to hear the Gandy Dancers play its final show of the 2024-25 ski season. The band’s latest single, “Humility” was just released, and they will be ready to play it for you and other tunes from 7 to 10 p.m. during the show.
The Runaway Grooms at Shakedown Bar Vail
Local band The Runaway Grooms will play its last show of Vail’s ski season at Shakedown Bar on Saturday night. Dress to impress, the band will be recording footage from this concert for a new ski film. More information and tickets are available at ShakedownBarVail.com.
Closing Day Après Soirée at Vail Brewing Company at Solaris
The Vail Brewing Company is hosting a Closing Day Après Soirée at its Solaris location in Vail Village on Sunday. Hang on the deck for oysters and Maine lobster rolls from the Shuck Brothers, Colorado’s premiere raw bar and oyster catering company. This party is going to start early — 11 a.m. and once the oysters are gone, they’re gone. Check out VBC’s Instagram for more.
Jorts Open and Closing Day Party at Avanti F&B
If you don’t already own a pair of jorts, time to take the scissors to your jeans and create your own. The Jorts Open at Avanti F&B Vail on Saturday will feature Montucky giveaways, a DJ spinning tunes from 2 to 5 p.m., piercing and hair tinsel stations and a Best Jorts Competition. The party continues Closing Day on Sunday with more DJ sets and specials to help shut the mountain down. More information can be found at AvantiFandB.com/Vail-1.
Vail Closing Weekend Reminders
Just a reminder that if you want to get information on the latest terrain offerings use the My Epic App or the Lift and Terrain Status page of Vail.com for the most up-to-date terrain and lift status for this time of year. Vail Mountain also wants to remind skiers and riders about safety on the mountain and has more details on its website about how to be safe and respectful of policies.
Have a safe and fun Closing Weekend and a big shout out to all the lift operators, ski patrol, Vail Ski & Snowboard School instructors and staff, snowcat drivers and all other employees who create a great experience on the hill for all of us.
