Epic Pass

Broomfield, Colo. – – November 04, 2026 -- Vail Resorts is bringing World Cup and World Championship racing to its mountains this winter, and Epic Pass prices rise after Nov. 15. The 2026/2027 lineup spans Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Park City Mountain, Whistler Blackcomb and Crans-Montana, with community races for guests who would rather wear a bib than watch from the crowd.

Beaver Creek hosts its biggest Birds of Prey yet

Birds of Prey runs Dec. 2-13 with 11 days of festivities and seven days of Audi FIS Ski World Cup racing. Men's downhill is Dec. 3 and 4, super-G Dec. 5 and giant slalom Dec. 6. The women race downhill Dec. 11 and 12 and super-G Dec. 13. Live music, ski films and beer tastings run alongside the racing.

Vail – October 16, 2026 -- Vail Mountain is opening its winter with ILLENIUM at the new Dobson Arena on December 11, part of a 2026/27 music lineup that includes seven on-mountain performances, three more than last season, and two brand-new venues.

ILLENIUM and Ian Asher headline Dobson Arena

GRAMMY®-nominated, multi-platinum artist ILLENIUM kicks off the season with a marquee show on December 11. Surprise performances are possible throughout the weekend, and Vail says artist announcements will appear at @VailMtn.

On January 16, Southern California DJ and producer Ian Asher takes over the same stage. He is best known for viral electronic and house remixes, including the billion-stream "Makeba" remix, which earned Remix of the Year honors.