The Breck Film Festival starts this Thursday, September 16th through Sunday, September 18th. Breckenridge is also hosting the Breckenridge Wine Classic this weekend, offering a variety of experiences on the mountain, in restaurants, classrooms, and around town. Enrich your mind with new knowledge and enjoy food and wine while experiencing all that Breckenridge has to offer for your mountain weekend.
Now, here’s what’s going on this week in Summit County...
Wednesday, September 15th
The Roommate | Silverthorne Performing Arts Center | 6.30 pm
Recently divorced Sharon is an unassuming, nice Midwesterner in need of a roommate. Bronx-born Robyn needs a place to hide and start over. Comically mismatched, the unlikely duo forges a surprising friendship. Part Thelma and Louise, part The Odd Couple, and part Breaking Bad, The Roommate is a smart new comedy about mid-life challenges, chance cohabitation, and personal reinvention. The Roommate is playing at the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center until September 26th.
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Thursday, September 16th
Breckenridge Wine Classic | Breckenridge | 7 pm
The Breckenridge Wine Classic is a premier destination event where master winemakers, culinary greats, and our distinguished guests gather to play, wine, and dine in beautiful Breckenridge, CO. Experience more than 100 food artisans, wineries, breweries, distilleries, epicurean purveyors, and locally-made products at this ultimate food and wine experience. Whether you are a full-fledged foodie or an emerging gourmand, you are sure to find more than one event to whet your appetite at the Wine Classic. There is something for everyone – from food and wine tastings to seminars and luncheons, to outdoor adventures with food & wine influences, there are tastes and temptations at every turn.
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Friday, September 17th
Breck Film Festival | Breckenridge | 10 am
Breck Film celebrates its 40th Anniversary Festival September 16-19, 2021 in Breckenridge, CO. Films will be screened in person across three theater venues in Breck and we’ll celebrate across multiple party venues each night. A selection of films will also be made available online for those unable to make the trek to Breck this year from September 17-26.
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Saturday, September 18th
Oktoberfest | Arapahoe Basin | 11 am
Bust out your lederhosen and join us for our annual Oktoberfest at Arapahoe Basin! There will be live music, beer, brats, and pretzels! We will also be offering FREE chairlift rides to close out our summer season. We hope to see you here!
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Mountainside Movies: Cool Runnings | Copper Mountain | 8.30 pm
Kick back and relax after an adrenaline-filled day with Mountainside Movies. Bring your own chair or blanket to Jack's Lawn in Center Village for an evening of entertainment alfresco. Don't forget to grab your snacks and drinks for the show at Downhill Duke! This week's movie is Cool Runnings. Movie showings will begin at 8:30 p.m.
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Sunday, September 19th
Autumn Equinox Pot Luck | Frisco | 6 pm
Enjoy a meal with your community at Thrive Yoga Summit. This event is free, but registration is limited due to space so please register if you plan to attend. Bring an autumn dish to share. Food allergy labels are appreciated if possible.
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Have a wonderful week Living the Mountain Life!
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