Winter Park is featuring an impressive summer concert series lineup this year, with everything from free concerts in downtown Winter Park and Fraser to popular annual Jazz and Folk Festivals.

Enjoy free concerts in the town of Fraser with their Picnic in the Park Concert Series from 5:30 to 8:30 pm on Tuesday evenings throughout the month of July. From mid July throughout the month of August, the fun moves over to the town of Winter Park with free bluegrass concerts on Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm.

Dave Koz and friends are bringing their Friends at the Movies Summer 2007 Tour to the Winter Park Jazz Festival this year. Featured artists include Dave Koz, David Benoit, Phil Perry and Kelly Sweet. Visit the official Dave Koz website at http://www.davekoz.com for more information on the tour.

From June 29 through July 1, enjoy the Grand County Blues Festival, with a variety of artists and entertainment. To learn more about the Blues Festival and to purchase tickets, visit http://www.grandblues.org.

The Winter Park Jazz and Grand County Blues Festivals have moved to downtown Winter Park this year. Enjoy a short walk to the concerts, dining, and nightly club events from many area vacation rentals. Check out Music Fest details for concert pricing, artist info, and concert lodging packages.

High Country Stampede Rodeo is Back in Winter Park, CO

The High Country Stampede Rodeo kicks off again this year in Winter Park, CO, on Saturday, July 7th. Events include bull riding, barrel racing, calf roping and mutton busting for the kids.

The High Country Stampede Rodeo Series is back in Winter Park, CO for its 24th year. Starting July 7th, rodeo enthusiasts can attend one or all of eight rodeos scheduled every Saturday night throughout July and August. Each event draws an average of 700 visitors who enjoy a variety of rodeo events, including bull riding, barrel racing, calf roping and more. Youth are also encouraged to participate in the Junior Rodeo events. In addition to the various activities, rodeo fans will enjoy the Stampede’s famous barbeque.

The rodeo is held in the John Work Arena, one mile west of the town of Fraser. The Junior Rodeo begins at 4:00 pm, and the Open Rodeo begins at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $10 for adults, $8 for kids and seniors.

For more information on “the best little rodeo in Colorado” and for lodging packages in the Winter Park area, contact Vacations Inc, a proud sponsor of the High Country Stampede Rodeo Series.

Winter Park, CO Salutes Veterans with Annual Rally and Festival

Hear Winter Park and the Fraser Valley come alive as more than 40,000 motorcycles roar to life at the 15th annual Salute to American Veterans Rally and Festival from August 17-19.

The Winter Park area will be honoring those who have served our country with “The Oldest Veterans Motorcycle Ride/Rally in the West.” The event will feature the Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall, a veterans’ poker run, veterans parade, POW/MIA remembrance ceremony, and much more.

The Rally is host to Colorado’s largest procession of motorcycles, with thousands of veterans and patriots from around the country riding in honor of those killed in action, active duty members of the armed forces, US veterans, POW’s, and MIA’s.

The festival will feature the 12th annual High Altitude Tattoo Competition, an outdoor beer garden, live music featuring New Riders of the Purple Sage, and a variety of vendors for guests to check out.

Winter Park has other festivals and events upcoming in August – weekly rodeos and free music, the annual parade of homes, chili cook-off and craft fair, and a range of other activities for couples, families, and adventure travelers.

Vacations Inc., a leading provider of private condo, town home, cabin, and vacation home rentals in the Winter Park area, is offering special lodging discounts for the American Veterans Rally. Visit www.vactionsinc.com/specials.htm to receive 15-25% discounts on available lodging. You can also take advantage of their lowest rates available starting August 19th.

Vacations Inc. has provided Winter Park lodging for over 35 years, offering private vacation rentals throughout the Winter Park and Fraser Valley area.

Spring Splash at Winter Park Ski Resort Marks the End of the Ski Season

Embarking on the tradition’s 38th year, Spring Splash is back in Winter Park, CO to mark the end of an amazing ski season. Participants and contestants can join in the fun and games on April 15th, with obstacle course races, live music, and Winter Park Willie’s exhilarating attempt to cross the pond. This year, brave ski and snowboard contestants must pass through an obstacle course on Larry Sale Trail, glide across an icy pond, and cross the finish line to vie for over $4,000 in cash prizes. Registered participants are also eligible to win one of two pairs of Mary Jane Mountain 30th anniversary commemorative skis. If you are interested in registering for this annual spring event, please visit Guest Services in the Balcony House at the base of the mountain between 8:00-10:30 a.m. on Sunday morning. There is a $20 entry fee, $39 fee with lift pass, and $15 employee entry fee. This event is limited to the first 100 registrants.

Join in the local mountain festivities, and plan a weekend escape to the area. There are many end of the season lodging deals and specials available as the ski season winds down in Colorado. Vacations Inc., a leading vacation rental company in the Winter Park and Fraser Valley area, is offering two new specials starting on April 6th. Book a one or two bedroom condo or town home and get a 20% discount, or stay two nights and get the third for free on available rentals.

Head on up to the slopes for some sun and spring skiing during the Winter Park Spring Blast. This three weekend end-of-season party features a new theme each weekend.

March 31st will feature “Party at the Park”, with the finale of the amateur FreeRide Series, live music by local band One Time Experience, and more. April 7th will feature “Family Weekend”, with a free carnival offering face painting, juggling, stilt walkers, and live music. April 14th will feature “Throwback to the 80’s”, where you can break out your old one-piece ski suits and bright apparel. Prizes will be awarded.

During every special weekend you are welcome to hang out on the deck of Derailer Bar and take advantage of their great drink specials and live music, learn bump tips from the Winter Park Ski and Ride School, and check out the end of the season sales and discounts around the base mountain shops.

Get more information on the Winter Park Spring Blast.