Breckenridge Arts District & BreckCreate

Steeped in culture and heritage, the town of Breckenridge provides a unique mix of creative opportunities for people of all ages and interests. Generations of artists, makers, musicians and writers have chosen to live in or visit this beautiful Rocky Mountain destination, its inspiration reflected in their work. Through visual and performing arts, heritage and museum activities, craft education, culinary and healing arts, design, film and literature, the community offers a scenic mountain environment with diverse opportunities for individual self-expression and cultural exploration.

The Breckenridge Arts District is the region’s epicenter of creativity, bringing together studios, galleries, performance spaces, historic landmarks, public art, restaurants, cafes and other creative businesses that animate and populate a vibrant cultural corridor in downtown Breckenridge. The district’s core attraction is a lively arts campus of renovated historic structures that now function as studio spaces for classes, workshops, affordable rentals by local artists and visiting artist-in-residence programs. The Breckenridge Arts District is a Certified District in the Colorado Creative Industries Creative District Program.

Breckenridge Troll

Isak Heartstone is a 15-foot tall wooden troll sculpture located on the Trollstigen Trail in Breckenridge, Colorado. The newly constructed trailhead is located in the southeast corner of the Stephen C. West Ice Arena parking lot, next to Illinois Gulch Trailhead.

Originally built as a part of the annual Breckenridge International Festival of Arts (BIFA) held in August, Isak was created by the Danish artist Thomas Dambo, who is known worldwide for bringing awareness to recycling and upcycling by building great things out of trash.

During your visit, please keep Isak’s home in pristine condition and leave no trace on his surroundings by following the tips below.

Workshops, Crafting and Art Classes

Get the creative juices flowing and try something new with the kids. BreckCreate offers family-friendly classes and workshops including pottery throwing, candle making, glass blowing and more! Check the schedule for the lineup of activities and classes. Don’t miss their other events like concerts, open studios and shows too. Or see if you can find all of the public art around town! Let the kiddos’ creative juices fly at Breckenridge’s paint your own pottery studio, Ready, Paint, Fire! Enjoy fun projects like pottery and canvas painting, candle making, mosaic art and more! Bonus- parents can unwind with a glass of wine or beer. If you’d like arts and crafts delivered to your door, try Frosted Flamingo, a mobile art studio offering DIY project kits!

National Repertory Orchestra

The National Repertory Orchestra is a world-class summer music festival that showcases the brightest young talent in classical music. The NRO offers unforgettable orchestral performances, featuring everything from timeless masterpieces to contemporary favorites. More than just a concert series, the NRO is a cornerstone of community and creativity, inspiring audiences and cultivating the next generation of great musicians. Discover the magic of music with the NRO!

Breckenridge Music AirStage

Let the good times roll! Breckenridge Music takes concerts outside, on the road and into your neighborhood with its new mobile stage, the Breck Music AirStage (a retrofitted 1975 Airstream Ambassador Travel Trailer) to accommodate a 14.5-foot wide by 9-foot deep stage. Performances at the AirStage include neighborhood concerts, family-friendly pop-ups, artist residencies and special donor events as well as programming that supports Breckenridge Music Festival.

Events by and large will be free with the goal of connecting neighbors within the communities of Breckenridge and greater Summit County. Attendees will be encouraged to social distance and wear masks so that all can enjoy these much-needed concerts safely and without worry. Blankets and folding chairs are encouraged to help make the concert experience more comfortable.

Discover more Live Music in Breckenridge!

Breckenridge International Festival of Arts

Breckenridge International Festival of Arts (BIFA) explodes on the end-of-summer arts scene in a thrilling lineup of artistry, performances, concerts, outdoor films, live music and the return of the famous troll. Look for eco-minded performances, activations and exhibitions scattered along trails and around town all week long!

Breckenridge Backstage Theater

Breckenridge Backstage Theatre is the resident theatre company of the beautiful Breckenridge Theater, a newly renovated 137-seat theater located in the heart of historic downtown Breckenridge.

Their mission is to enrich, educate and entertain Summit County children, residents, and visitors through opportunities to participate in and experience the joy of live theatre. Our passion is building community through the performing arts.

Breck Film

Breck Film delivers compelling film experiences year-round through the Breck Film Society and the annual Breck Film Festival. Held in September, the festival celebrates the art of film-making with a diverse selection of filmmakers gathered from around the globe to engage and inspire with their unique storytelling. Add in 90+ independent films and premieres, plus forums and parties amidst the fall colors in the Colorado Rockies, and its no wonder that USA Today named the Breckenridge Film Festival as one of the Top 20 Film Festivals in the United States.

Eclipse Theater

The new Eclipse Theatre (previously known as the Speakeasy) is the official home of Breck Film! Catch a screening of a variety of blockbuster, indie, classic, foreign, and outdoor films year-round. Don’t forget to stock up on fresh popcorn, an assortment of candy and soda and local beer and wine on tap. A variety of canned beer, hard seltzer and canned cocktails are also available.

Breckenridge History

Breckenridge is rooted in its past and boasts one of the largest historic districts in Colorado. Create memories with affordable guided historic and ghost tours and hikes, and enjoy free, family-friendly museums operated by Breckenridge History and Breckenridge Tours. Head underground and explore our mining history at Country Boy Mine all year long, or check out Breckenridge’s local historical parks around town. Explore the full list of activities, events, museums and tours in Breckenridge.