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Celebrate Together This Summer in Breckenridge

Breckenridge is the place to reunite with friends and family this summer. Stroll our charming Main Street, hit the trails, enjoy dining alfresco and partake in the endless activities we have going on all season long. This summer, bring your favorite adventure buddies for the quintessential Colorado mountain getaway in Breckenridge, where every day is another chance to explore something new.

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Activities & Attractions

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There’s no better place to enjoy summer than Breckenridge, Colorado. Whether you come for the trails, the brews, to get some sun or to get a little vertical distance from the real world, just know you’re always welcome in Breckenridge. Start exploring our top activities to plan a trip you never want to leave.

8 Not-To-Miss Summer Activities in Breckenridge, Colorado

Summer in Breckenridge is like nothing you’ve ever experienced, thanks to easily accessible trails and an endless list of things to do.  Create your itinerary around our top activities to start planning:

  1. Hiking
  2. Biking
  3. Historic Tours & Museums
  4. Fly Fishing
  5. Golfing
  6. Paddleboarding & Kayaking
  7. Horseback Riding
  8. Art and Cultural Experiences
Looking for more things to do?

Discover More Summer Activities

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7 Activities to Get You Outside this Summer

Two women walking in wildflowers - photo by Louie Traub
Summer

5 Reasons to Visit Breckenridge in Summer

Kids underwater at the pool
Summer

Kids Summer Camps in Breckenridge

A mountain biker on the Colorado Trail in Breckenridge.
Summer

Breckenridge in August: Summer Vacation Guide

A group on the Breck Expedition course as part of Epic Discovery.
Summer

6 Ways to be “Almost” Fearless in Breckenridge

Summer sunset over downtown Breckenridge
Summer

100 Things To Do In Breckenridge This Summer

Biking

Kid-Friendly Mountain Biking Trails in Breckenridge

Mountain Biking Through the Woods in Breckenridge
Biking

The Top 3 Easiest and Toughest Mountain Biking Trails in Breckenridge

Breckenridge Colorado White Water Rafting Group
Summer

Water Activities in Breckenridge

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Summer

7 Fun Things To Do In Breckenridge This Summer With Kids

A happy family hiking in Breckenridge
Summer

Best Family Vacations: Breckenridge Summer Guide

Overview of Breckenridge Jack Nicklaus Golf Club with mountains in background.
Summer

Breckenridge’s Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course

White water rafting with mountain view in Breckenridge
Summer

Whitewater Rafting in Breckenridge

summer dog sleddingin Breckenridge
Summer

Summer Dog Sledding in Breckenridge

A male mountain biker on the Colorado Trail in Breckenridge.
Biking

Moderate Mountain Biking Trails in Breckenridge

Father and Son Biking on the Blue River Recreational Path in Breckenridge
Biking

Easy Biking Trails in Breckenridge

Mountain Biking Through the Woods in Breckenridge
Biking

Difficult Biking Trails in Breckenridge

Yoga SUP at Breckenridge
Summer

Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) in Breckenridge

People in the river during 4th of July in Breckenridge
Summer

Breckenridge in July: Summer Vacation Guide

Hikers taking a break on a rock in Breckenridge
Summer

Breckenridge in June: Summer Vacation Guide

A group of people in an inflatable raft
Summer

Things to do in Breckenridge in May

Father and daughter on the Alpine Slide at Breckenridge Ski Resort
Summer

Top 5 August Adventures in Breckenridge

Fog and wildflowers at Crystal Lakes in Breckenridge
Summer

Five Wildflower Hikes Near Breckenridge

Group of people biking on a road in the mountains of Breckenridge.
Biking

What Kind of Biker Are You? Road or Mountain?

Family Bike Ride on the trails in Breckenridge
Biking

The Ultimate Breckenridge Bike Itinerary: 2 Perfect Days

White Falls rushing down McCullough Gulch in Breckenridge
Summer

The Ultimate Breckenridge Summer Itinerary

Columbine wildflowers in Breckenridge during summer.
Summer

Where to Find Wildflowers in Breckenridge

Biking

Awesome Hour-Long Mountain Bike Rides in Breckenridge

Continental Falls flowing out of the Mohawk Lakes in August.
Summer

3 Waterfall Hikes Near Breckenridge

Kids running down a Breckenridge hiking trail
Summer

Best Summer Hikes in Breckenridge

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Plan Your Visit

Lodging for Families in Breckenridge

flowers and stores in Breckenridge
Plan Your Visit

5 Reasons to Stay in Breckenridge

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Go Breck!

Quandary Peak + McCullough Gulch Hiking Guide

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Other Outdoor

6 Activities for Adventure Lovers

A group trip rafts in Breckenridge on a beautiful summer day
Meetings + Conferences

Summer Group Activities in Breckenridge

Columbine at Carter Museum
Experience Breckenridge

Oldest Buildings in Breckenridge

women cheers at Breckenridge Distillery patio
Travel FAQs

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Fall

Four Hiking and Biking Trail Loops in Downtown Breckenridge

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Trip Ideas

7 Ways To Beat The Heat in Breckenridge

Two women shopping in downtown Breckenridge
Trip Ideas

The Perfect Breckenridge Girls Getaway

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Local’s Guide

6 Hiking Myths Debunked

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Trip Ideas

Breckenridge Wildflower Guide

Breckenridge Interactive Map
Go Breck!

Breckenridge Summer Trail Maps

Group river rafting in Breckenridge, Colorado
Seasons

Best Ways To Enjoy Summer In Breckenridge

The Residence Inn pool area is considered to have one of the best views of any pool in Breckenridge.
Seasons

Everything there is to do in Breckenridge this summer

Statue outside Edwin Carter Museum and park, right along main street
Experience Breckenridge

Breckenridge Museums and Historic Tours

A group of people walking along the Breck Expedition Course as part of Epic Discovery in Breckenridge.
Experience Breckenridge

Top Summer Activities in Breckenridge

Mountain biker in Breckenridge surrounded by yellow leaves in fall
Fall

5 Summer Activities To Continue Into Fall

Golfing in Breckenridge
Other Outdoor

Golf in Breckenridge

Group rafting trips down the Arkansas River.
Trip Ideas

The Best Kept Secrets of Breckenridge Rafting

Boys Scouts with a large flag at Breckenridge 4th of July Parade
Events

Best Summer Events in Breckenridge

People Fat Tire Biking in Breckenridge in the winter
Winter/Spring

Fat Biking in Breckenridge

River rafting in Breckenridge with a scenic view
Other Outdoor

9 Tips for a Great Colorado Whitewater Rafting Trip

Where to eat, drink and soak-up the sun

Drinks & Dining

Group of people drinking at Relish.
BRECKENRIDGE’S EXPANDED PATIO SCENE WILL GIVE YOU PLENTY OF WAYS TO EXPERIENCE AL FRESCO DINING.

The Breckenridge culinary scene explodes with flavor and patio seating during the summer months. Take advantage of freshly inspired cuisine while dining alfresco and cooling off after a day of fun with a craft beer or cocktail. Summer is the perfect time of year to discover Breckenridge’s lively bar scene which kicks-off every afternoon with tasty apps and libations and flows into evenings filled with local music and ski town flavor.

Recommendations on where to eat in Breckenridge:

Summer Dining and Nightlife

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Eat, Drink, Shop

16 Must Eat Dishes in Breckenridge

gourmet elk dish
Eat, Drink, Shop

11 Breckenridge Foodie Favorites

Bartender pouring drinks in Breckenridge bar
The Town

Breckenridge Nightlife Guide

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Eat, Drink, Shop

Breckenridge Dessert Trail

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Local’s Guide

Nightlife Guide: Low-Key Night Out in Breckenridge

RMU Beergarden and crowd in Breckenridge
Eat, Drink, Shop

Where to See Live Music in Breckenridge

women enjoying a meal out with wine
Eat, Drink, Shop

Ladies Night Out in Breckenridge

Explore the town

Live Music, Tours & Performances

Art District movie in Breckenridge.
The Arts District uniquely distinguishes Breckenridge from other mountain towns.

The art scene in Breckenridge has blossomed over the last few years to offer week-long art festivals, classes and workshops, quality performing and visual arts and a calendar packed with cultural and creative experiences.

Ways to experience arts, culture, and history in Breckenridge:

Festivals & Events

  • Events and festivals are continuously being re-imagined or postponed due public health officials to recommendations. Be sure to check directly with the event website for current regulations and info.
  • Explore art workshops, yoga classes and daily activities by browsing our local event calendar.

Discover More of Breckenridge

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Arts and Culture

Breckenridge Galleries Feature Colorado Artists

Breckenridge Troll wooden sculpture
Arts and Culture

How to Find the Breckenridge Troll

Art on a Whim gallery while snowing
Arts and Culture

7 Things to Do in Breckenridge for Art and Culture Lovers

Trip Ideas

Best Evening Activities in Breckenridge

Fall

Halloween in Breckenridge

RMU Beergarden and crowd in Breckenridge
Eat, Drink, Shop

Where to See Live Music in Breckenridge

A Breckenridge downtown shop, Fuqua Livery Stable, during a winter snow.
The Town

Breckenridge Arts District

Find the perfect lodging for your trip

Where To Stay

The Pool at the Grand Lodge on Peak 7 in Breckenridge
Poolside with a view is one of our favorite ways to relax.

Breckenridge may be small, but it offers a large variety when it comes to lodging.  Find a place walking distance to town or choose your locations based off your kid’s favorite amenities.  There are plenty of pools, arcades, hot tubs and dog-friendly places to choose from.  Whatever your flavor, Breckenridge lodging options have something for everyone.

Planning Resource & Guidelines

Use our planning resources to find hiking trails, activities, and entertainment for your trip.  We’ve also added our favorite planning resources and tips to help trip planning go as smoothly as possible.

Experience Summer

Summer group rafting in the Blue River in Breckenridge

100 things to do this summer

Summer hike with yellow wildflowers

How to choose a hike

Kids at Bike Park

Kid-approved fun

Relish Happy Hour From Deck

Where to Eat, Drink, & Shop

family swimming in a Breckenridge pool

Book Your Stay

Breckenridge is for embracing life’s best moments. Plan a visit to experience Breckenridge for yourself.

TRAVELING TO BRECKENRIDGE, CO

Breckenridge to Denver Map

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