Beaver Creek Vintage SkiFest

April 16, 2011

A celebration of ski history, racing and traditions is coming back to Beaver Creek. So dust off the old skis and sign up for the vintage ski race on April 16th. Join the competition or stop by as a spectator. Make sure to wear your vintage gear from any era and you’ll be eligible for costume prizes.

9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Vintage Vendors Fair
Browse through and buy original, replica and retro-styled gear, furnishings, artwork and clothing.

12:00 p.m.
Celebrity Slalom
Watch legends of the sport compete on wooden and straight metal skis.

12:30 p.m.
Citizens’ Ski Race
Test your skills on the old-school gear and have fun in our classic slalom event. Enter one of two categories: Wooden or straight metal. All entrants’ skis will be approved by the Chief of Course prior to the race.

To register for Citizens' Ski Race go to: Register Here

Youth category is for kids 13 and younger on either wooden or metal skis

1:30 p.m.
Classic Bumps Competition
Honoring the history of freestyle, we are adding a classic bumps competition. This event will be panel judged on style and form. All participants must be on straight skis and approved by Chief of Course prior to the event.

To register for Classic Bumps Competition go to: Register Here

2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Awards and Apres Party
Race and Bumps Awards

Plus:
Music, Food, Drink and Fun
Race and Bumps Awards
Plus Awards for the top-three
Best Costume, Best Gear and Oldest Ski Pass

All race and contest participants will be entered into a drawing for great raffle prizes including Epic Passes and American Airline tickets!

For more information or to register for an event email Cat Coughran - CCoughran@vailresorts.com

*Event schedule subject to change based on number entries and conditions