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Explore Summer in Silverthorne
Plan your summer trip to Silverthorne and enjoy wide open spaces, thousands of acres of wilderness lands and hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails alongside a thriving arts and culture scene. After exploring, take in Silverthorne’s public art displays, attend a live theatre performance from Theatre SilCo, or celebrate the local artists and musicians that call Silverthorne home at a Sunday Art Stroll. Explore the heart of Summit County this summer and find where art meets adventure!
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More Ways to Adventure
Looking for more ways to play in Silverthorne this summer? Check out the following maps and guides for the ultimate mountain getaway!
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Looking for a way to take in Silverthorne's scenic views and extensive public art collection? Take a walking art tour of Silverthorne! Follow our map and explore Silverthorne's downtown and the Blue River Trail to experience the variety of public art installations around town.
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If you're staying off Exit 205, Do Exit 205 Right with the Exit 205 Brewery Trail. Sip on locally brewed suds, soak in the views, and enjoy a snack or meal at one or all of these five breweries located in Dillon and Silverthorne, Colorado.
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Summer Activities
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Silverthorne is a hiker’s dream! No matter if you’re looking for a friendly stroll or a heart-thumping summit, we’ve got it all. Check out some of our favorite hikes on our website or visit the Dillon Ranger District website for a complete list of area hikes.
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Whether you seek dirt single track, smooth mountain road biking, casual cruising, or all of the above, you’ll find it in and around Silverthorne.
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Whether you’re looking for high-octane, white water rapids, bucolic fly fishing, relaxing Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP), canoeing, sailing or more, the open water around Silverthorne is guaranteed to please.
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Silverthorne's neighborhood parks provide everything from public tennis and pickleball courts to a skateboarding park to kid's fishing ponds, playgrounds and picnic pavilions. Play a round of disc golf at Maryland Creek Park, paddleboard at North Pond Park, or hit the beach with a game of beach volleyball at Rainbow Park.
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Where Art Meets Adventure
The Art Spot Silverthorne Makerspace is a creative space in Silverthorne where artists can thrive and community members can experience the arts through programs, classes and events. Located in the heart of Silverthorne's growing downtown, the Art Spot is a perfect place to explore with friends and family members of all ages when visiting Silverthorne. Whether you are an experienced ceramic artist or new to pottery, looking to take a fun date night class or want to learn a new skill, the Art Spot offers something for all ages and creative ability levels.
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Theatre SilCo, is located in Silverthorne's downtown Performing Arts Center. Each summer, Theatre SilCo compiles a riveting summer lineup in the state-of-the-art facility, and this year is no different. Check out this summer's performances, including "The Amish Project" and "The Legend of Georgia McBride."
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Upcoming Summer Events
Sunday, July 21 between the Silverthorne Pavilion and Sauce on the Blue
Enjoy a stroll through Silverthorne on Sunday, July 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and experience pop-up artists and musicians. The art stroll takes place along the Blue River Trail from the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center to the bridge by Chipotle. The Toddler Takeover is a free, engaging experience for children ages 1 to 5 that will entertain and educate participants with various creative sensory activities. The Toddler Takeover will take place at the Art Stroll from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center Lawn.
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Friday, Aug. 2 at Fourth Street Crossing
Silverthorne will be celebrating August First Friday with a community block party at Fourth Street Crossing and the Outlets at Silverthorne Blue Village on Friday, August 2. Listen to local bands and musicians, check out wares from local artists, explore the Art Spot Silverthorne Makerspace, participate in artful activities and more all around the businesses at Fourth Street Crossing. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind community event!
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Sunday, Aug. 18 between Bluebird Market and the Art Spot
Enjoy a stroll through downtown Silverthorne between Bluebird Market and the Art Spot Silverthorne Makerspace on Sunday, Aug. 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Experience a variety of local pop-up artists and musicians while taking in Silverthorne's growing downtown and vibrant new restaurants.
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Enjoy your trip to Silverthorne completely car-free by using transit options:
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Bustang or Pegasus can take you from Denver Union Station or the Federal Center to Frisco.
- Once you arrive, use the Summit Stage to travel throughout the county. Or use local taxi services, as well as Uber & Lyft.
- There are multiple airport shuttle services to transport you from DIA to Silverthorne, including Summit Express, Peak 1 Express or Epic Mountain Express.
- Plus, there is a new way to carpool to the mountains! TreadShare is a carpool app that connects drivers and passengers heading in the same direction so they can share a route and split the associated costs.
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