An exciting vacation to Snowmass, Colorado is always something to look forward to. Travelers that are packing their bags and heading here over Christmas are in for a real holiday treat! The following are just a few of the many activities and events in Snowmass this year that will have you making your way in this direction as soon as possible. From savory holiday moments to dazzling displays of light, it’s a holiday adventure you won’t soon forget! 

Best Christmas Activities and Events in Snowmass

One of the well-loved local holiday traditions returns to Snowmass Village in 2022 with the arrival of the Bud Light Game of Stones! Held on Thursdays at Snowmass Base Village Ice Rink, this fun and family-friendly event invites participants to try their luck at curling. The Bud Light Game of Stones is hosted between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm and invites teams of two to take turns sliding their 40-pound granite stone down the ice rink right toward the target button. Points are awarded for stones that get the closest to their target and the team that wins 10 points first wins the round. Registration happens at the rink prior to the event and anyone 18 and older is invited in on the holiday fun! Bud Light Game of Stones will be held on December 22, 2022, as well as on select dates in January and February 2023.  

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Participate in Ullr Nights

Another fun tradition to take part in while visiting Snowmass over Christmas is Ullr Nights. Head over to Elk Camp on December 28, 2022, between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm to make the most of the excitement and festivities! Ullr Nights is celebrated in honor of the Norse God of Snow known as Ullr. During this celebration, Elk Camp is decked out in its holiday best, and guests can enjoy everything from sledding and snow biking to s’mores and guided show shoe tours as well. There is also plenty of snow tubing to be enjoyed and the Alpine Coaster will be up and running as well. From the live music to the hot chocolate and campfires, it’s an event you won’t want to miss out on this year. Tickets for the Ullr Nights festivities can be purchased for $12 for adults while children 3 and under are free.   

Incorporate Savory S’more Moments into Your Stay

When you can’t imagine the Christmas holiday fun without some s’mores included, you might just find the Snowmass S’mores moments to be the highlight of your stay. Starting November 24th and running through the entire winter season, guests can make their way to Snowmass Base Village and enjoy free s’mores starting at 3:30 pm daily. This mouthwatering event is hosted by Snowmass Tourism and is designed as a fun way to bring skiers together to enjoy a delicious moment or two. Once you’ve found the s’mores cart and put together your creation, roast it over a cozy fire and enjoy the goodness in good company! 

Admire the Snowmass Luminescence Experience

Holiday lights, outdoor fun, and artistic inspiration collide seamlessly when the Snowmass Luminescence Experience comes to town over the holidays. Starting December 18, 2022, Snowmass Luminescence will be in full swing daily between sunset and 9:00 pm, much to the delight of visitors and locals alike. This interactive light and art display is presented by Snowmass Tourism. It’s an event designed to delight and dazzle the senses after the ski lifts close for the day. The mountains come to life with glittering holiday lights this time of year thanks to a combination of installations that are fun for everyone to admire. In 2022, installations include Wave by Squidsoup which is made up of 500 suspended orbs of light! Electric Dandelion by Liquid PXL is another inspiring installation to enjoy that offers admirers a setting featuring a combination of acrylic and steel sculptures representing a dandelion flower covered in light! At 28 feet tall, this dandelion features 41 light tubes and a collection of LED animations that bring the show to life in a colorful and animated style. Another highlight of this holiday event and installation is The Tunnel. Guests are invited to walk through a snow-covered illuminated path that stretches between Base Village and the Skittles Gondola. As you make your way through the tunnel, guests are treated to unique light installations that work on a 5-minute sequence to tell a story in color. It’s a visual journey that promises to be one-of-a-kind. Snowmass Luminescence runs through February 26, 2023. 

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Book Your Stay in Snowmass Today

When holiday plans have you heading to Snowmass in the name of fun, the team at Timberline has the accommodations you need to top your Christmas trip off in style. Reach out today to learn more and to start planning!