August 23rd-25th, 2019

At the Main Street Station and the Village at Breckenridge

There will be bacon, there will be Bourban, and there will be cuisine.  Moe’s BBQ, Blue Fish and Pure Kitchen are among several restaurants dishing up amazing flavor at this fesitval.  Mix and mingle with vendors and their savory flavor combinations below Peak Nine in Breck.  Also, there will be live music, so maybe bring a chair or a blanket; definitley bring your appetite.

Copper Mountain continues its concert series this weekend; Saturday and Sunday, 8/24 and 25.  First up is Anders Osborne on Saturday at 3 pm, then Brent Cowles on Sunday at 2:30 pm.

Osborne’s been at it for 3 decades and has collaborated with songsters like Keb Mo, Jonny Lang and The Grateful Dead’s Lesh and Greene.

Cowles is a soulful songwriter searching the depths of human trappings.  His wide ranging vocals allow him to convey his message adroitly.

 

Play with friends and family this weekend

FREE events in Frisco and Breckenridge

Frisco Free Family Fun Fair

A bounce house means different things to different kids.  For my nephew Owen it means a black eye.  For his sister Ana; a chance to show herself just as capable of holding her own with her brothers.  For Calvin it’s the absolute best way to make more friends.  After the bounce house rush they will run to explore other offerings with their new buddies.  Off to the inflatable slide, then the climbing wall, face painting, Tumble Bumble and much more.  Parents- check out the county’s after school programs like karate and dance.  Bring cash- the only thing that’s not free is the food.

Kick Push: A Roll in Movie Night

Adventurers of all ages will appreciate amazing feats on wheels, shown on film at the Riverwalk Center lawn.  Roll into the outdoor movie night with a blanket, some warm clothes and your spirit of wonder.

Not free, but a rad event nonetheless… Breck Epic

It’s an intense mountain bike race.  I found a great article, with video, that gave me a better understanding of the course and event.

(BIFA) starts Friday, August 9th and ends Sunday, August 18th.   The festival take place on trails, lawns and in the streets and rivers of Breckenridge.  Each installation and event illustrates the artists’ vision of our spectacular Rocky Mountain garden.

Many events are free, some are ticketed, all are sure to be a great time spent in the lovely outdoors.  Click here for a schedule of events.

Today, at 7:30 PM, enjoy compositions inspired by summer days and friendships (at Breckenridge Theater).

On Thursday at 7:30 PM, take in Haydn’s Passione and Farewell symphony; a literal deconstruction of the symphony, one player at a time. Sehr dramatisch!

The weekend offers an up-close private party with a composer, a concert that combines Folk and Orchestra, guitar music and banter with Grammy nominee Leo Kottke, and Chamber music with champagne.  Find the who, when, where, right here.

5th Annual MAC & CHEESE Festival at Copper Mountain

July 27th, starts at noon through July 28th, ends at 5 pm

 

My co-worker, Paul, likes his with Alfredo sauce.  Nick prefers creamy, not baked.  Abbie likes hers with ground beef and lots of butter.  My favorite is fried onions and hot-dog bits mixed into creamy spirals.

It’s an interesting topic.  Everyone seems to have fond memories of the humble pasta, and his/her own twist on how best to enjoy it.  Like so many others it reminds me of my college days; it was cheap, easy comfort food that had a dozen variations.  It was a pantry must-have, along with PB&J, salsa and soup.

The chefs at Copper Moutain are upping the ante with their culinary concoctions like…

• Roasted Pork and Brie Mac with Apple, Fennel, Artichoke and a Butter Cracker Crust
• Mac & Cheese Wontons over a bed of Asian Slaw
• Nawlin’s Style Mac including Chicken, Andouille, Shrimp Smoked Gouda Creole Sauce, Okra and Cotija

Swoon!  If you want in on this cheesy goodness buy tickets on eventbrite.   Tickets start at $20.00.

 

Also this weekend- attend the Breckenridge Food & Wine Festival.  Wines from around the globe are paired with delicious vittles, live music and scenic strolls.  Purchase your tickets by clicking the link above.

 

Good thing because after a 10 day vacation I simply don’t have a thousand words.  Here are the few I’m happy to share:

With record snowfalls last winter Summit county is seeing spectacular waterfalls this summer.  The wild beauty of the Rocky mountains will leave you in awe of Colorado’s rugged terrain.  Visit gobreck to get details on three stunning waterfall hikes and other noteworthy hikes in and near Breckenridge.

McCullough Gulch

Continental Falls

Monte Cristo Gulch

Also, Silverthorne has wonderful woodsy hikes, with huge views, and tend to be less traveled.   I’ve been on hikes in the Wildernest area where I’ve seen no one but Mr. Bluebird and his woodland friends.  Here’s a good link for getting there.

Glenn the Goat