Colorado Gears Up For Winters

Revving It Up in Durango

This Labor Day weekend the soon to be snowy slopes of Purgatory play host to a Custom Bike and Hot Rod Show on September 5^th from 10:00am to 3:00pm. The first of its kind event is presented by Durango Mountain Resort, Car Club of Durango and Durango Harley-Davidson. Visitors can admire vintage Chevys and Fords, hot Harleys and everything in between, set to live music from Durango’s own Formula 151 band. 

Slopeside lodging is available for the inaugural event starting at only $59 per night, which includes secured covered parking and a car wash area for exhibitors. To receive this discounted rate, guests can call 800.525.0892 and mention the code DEVENT.

Go for Gold

Winter is just around the corner here in Colorado and it’s only a matter of time before the snow starts falling. Colorado offers up fluffy powder and blue skies all winter long, take advantage of it by skiing as many winter resorts as you can. The Colorado Gold Pass is the only pass of its kind in the state. Valid at 21 Colorado resorts, the Gold Pass can be used every single day of the season, and is 100% transferable. The Colorado Gold Pass is perfect for rewarding hard working staff members, treating your best clients, or getting your friends and family out on the slopes. The coveted Colorado Gold Passes are always in high demand and this year quantities are limited. To find out more information about the passes or to purchase one, please visit www.ColoradoSki.com/GoldPass

High-Country Happenings

Aspen/Snowmass’ Bluegrass Sundays Series Finale September 6, Aspen Mountain
The Lonepine Bluegrass Band will perform atop Aspen Mountain on Sunday. Tickets are free with the purchase of a Gondola ticket. Visit  www.AspenSnowmass.com for more information. 

Copper Mountain Resort’s Copper Country Festival
September 4-6, Copper Mountain Copper Country festival will feature the best of the American spirit with free live music, art exhibition, a free rodeo and kids’ corral, and free street parties all weekend long. Visit www.CopperCountryFest.com for lodging packages and workshop opportunities. 

Crested Butte DjangoFest September 5-6, Mt. Crested Butte Django Reinhardt, gypsy guitarist, sweeps through Mt. Crested Butte this weekend drawing jazz music fans to the resort to attend concerts, workshops and impromptu djam sessions. 

Echo Mountain’s Burgers, Brews and Views September 5-6, Echo Mountain Open weekends through the end of September, Echo’s Garage & Plaza will be running from 12:00-3:00pm with Echo staffers firing up the grill and offering up tasty beverages while guests sit back, relax and enjoy the view. 

Purgatory at Durango Mountain Resort Custom Bike & Hot Rod Show
September 5, Durango Mountain Resort This inaugural event will get engines revving for motorheads, all set to live tunes by local Durango band Formula 151. Lodging specials are available for the event and holiday weekend. 

SolVista Basin hosts SolSurvivor Mountain Bike Race 
September 4-7, Sol Vista Bike Park at Granby Ranch Sol Vista hosts the Mountain States Cup #7 mountain bike race where competitors will compete in cross country and short track and for the series overall title downhill, four-cross and Super-D. 

Steamboat Martini Fest, Wild West Airfest, and Stockdog Challenge 
September 4-7, Steamboat Steamboat has a full line-up of fun for the whole family in town and at the resort for the holiday weekend. Kicked off by Martini Fest on Friday, there will also be a Wild West Airfest and Stockdog Challenge. 

Telluride Film Festival
September 4-7, Telluride With anticipation for the program to be revealed, film buffs will take over Telluride trusting that Telluride will come up with a unique viewing experience again this year. For more information, guests can call 1-510-665-9494 or visit www.TellurideFilmFestival.org.

Winter Park FreeRide Fridays Finale 
September 4, Winter Park The final Freeride Friday will be just one of several events happening this labor day weekend in Winter Park. Winter Park’s full calendar of events and other happenings through the month of September can be found at www.SkiWinterPark.com.

Proud Partner - Boot UP with The Denver Post

This fall The Denver Post is introducing five new special sections to give all you snow lovers the lowdown on what’s happening in Ski Country. Keep your eyes peeled for these sections so you can head to the slopes with all the information needed to have your most epic season ever.

October 16 - The Gear Up section will provide in-depth information on equipment, riding tips, ski-area improvement, resort opening dates and more. 

October 25 - A Snow-Themed Sunday travel section will cover the latest mountain news and resort upgrades, the best places to go and the coolest things to do in Colorado’s mountains throughout the season. 

November 1 - Mountain Vacations will be a glossy magazine piece that is filled with information about winter activities, destinations, events, lodging options and more. 

November 6 - A highlight of the latest Warren Miller film will treat snow sports enthusiasts to the steepest, deepest, and highest snow sport feats in the world. 

November 8 - The Ski & Snowboard Expo section is a must read for area skiers and boarders who are looking for deals, gear, resort information and incredible demonstrations. 

The Denver Post is proud to keep readers informed on what’s happening in Colorado Ski Country USA.