Make Silverthorne Your Basecamp for Winter Adventure 

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November 2022

Explore the Snowy Side of Silverthorne

Silverthorne in winter

Explore the heart of Summit County this winter in Silverthorne and discover where art meets adventure. From family-friendly weekend getaways to adrenaline packed excursions, Silverthorne is the perfect basecamp for all your high country exploring. Ski or snowboard at one of five world-class ski resorts, hit the trail and cross country ski right in town, or attend a signature First Friday community event. With tons of new dining options and a variety of lodging, Silverthorne has everything you need for your winter getaway. View the perfect itinerary for your next Colorado mountain adventure!

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Winter Activities 

family sledding

Sledding

Enjoy the simple pleasures of winter with a day of sledding at Rainbow Park or Maryland Creek Park. Families with little ones will want to head to Rainbow Park for its gentler slopes, while older kids and adults will want to try the larger hill at Maryland Creek Park. 

family ice skating

Ice Skating

From December through early March, the town of Silverthorne plows and maintains the free ice rink at North Pond Park, a local’s favorite. Bring your own skates (and hockey sticks) anytime from dawn to dusk. Warm up in the adjacent hut.

couple with dog snowshoeing

Snowshoeing

Snow enthusiasts have a host of snowshoeing adventures accessible via the area’s myriad of trailheads. Check out Angler Mountain Trail, Salt Lick Trail or Lily Pad Lake. Wild Ernest SportsGore Range Sports and Blue Valley Ski & Board Rentals rent snowshoes.

women cross country skiing

The Raven at Three Peaks Nordic Center

In the winter, the nearby Raven Golf Club at Three Peaks transforms into a free Nordic center. When enjoying the Nordic trails at the Raven Golf Club at Three Peaks, please remember to stay out of the roped areas around the golf course and stay on the trail. No sledding, walking or dogs allowed.

Where Art Meets Adventure 

lake dillon theatre

Lake Dillon Theatre Company

At the center of Silverthorne's dynamic community is the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center, a 16,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility that is home to the renowned Lake Dillon Theatre Company. Each year, the Lake Dillon Theatre Company performs a holiday special featuring music, dance, comedy, caroling and more. This year's Holiday Follies performance runs from Dec. 9 to Dec. 30. 

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angler mountain mural

Public Art Exhibits and Installations

Bringing the arts to life and making them accessible to residents and visitors is a key priority for the Town of Silverthorne and we are proud to host several public art exhibits throughout the year.

From contemporary murals to abstract sculpture and mixed media installations to hand-blown glass pieces, Silverthorne strives to present works that are multicultural, diverse, welcoming, relaxed, natural, creative, progressive, playful, colorful, adventurous and energized. 

Current Exhibits

Winter Events

December First Friday Holiday Lighting & Art Market

tree with holiday lights

Friday, Dec. 2 at the Silverthorne Pavilion

Celebrate the holidays and come together as a community at December’s First Friday holiday lighting and art market at the Silverthorne Pavilion. Get into the holiday spirit with Silverthorne’s annual lighting celebration, holiday carolers from the Summit Chorale Society, photos with Santa, a holiday art market, music from Summit Community Orchestra, dance performances and plenty of hot chocolate to go around!


January First Friday Winter Wonderland

girl sledding

Friday, Jan. 6 at Maryland Creek Park

Enjoy a winter wonderland at Maryland Creek Park as we celebrate January First Friday with sledding, snow sculptures, winter themed crafts and more. 


Brewer's Rock for Rescue

Saturday, Jan. 28 at the Silverthorne Pavilion

Sample beer and support the Summit County Rescue Group at the annual Brewer’s Rock for Rescue event. Enjoy live music, beer from local Colorado Breweries and take home a commemorative glass.

Brewers rock

February First Friday Wish Lantern Festival

Wish lanterns on the Blue River

Friday, Feb. 3 at the Silverthorne Pavilion 

Celebrate Summit County's diverse cultures at First Friday's Wish Lantern Festival. Drawing inspiration from Mexico's Noche de Candela and the Chinese Lunar New Year, Night of Light will honor cultural traditions as we welcome a new year with our community.


Valentine's Comedy Show

Tuesday, Feb. 14 at the Silverthorne Pavilion

Join the Town of Silverthorne for a night of laughs at the annual Valentine’s Day Comedy Show. A Valentine’s Day tradition, the annual comedy show features popular national comedy acts from around the country. Stay tuned for this year’s featured comedian.


March First Friday Rail Jam 

Snowboarder on rail at Rail Jam event

Friday, March 3 at the Silverthorne Pavilion 

Join the Town of Silverthorne for the annual First Friday Rail Jam. Enjoy live music, live art and more as skiers and snowboards vie for a cash prize.

Do Exit 205 Right: Mountain Travel

Do Exit 205 Right Ice Skating

Plan a car-free trip to Silverthorne by using transit options. Going car-free in the mountains helps keep cars off busy roads, and makes the trip easier when you don't have to worry about driving in mountain snowstorms! 

  • Bustang or Pegasus can take you from Denver Union Station or the Federal Center to Frisco.
  • Once you arrive, use the free Summit Stage to travel throughout the county. Or use local taxi services, as well as Uber and Lyft.
  • There are multiple airport shuttle services to transport you from DIA to Silverthorne.

Learn more about taking public transportation around Summit County and how you can Do Exit 205 right here

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