Live Music, Après, and More – How to Navigate Vail This President’s Day Weekend!

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Get ready for an unforgettable President's Day Weekend including three incredible days of music at John Summit’s Experts Only event! Mother Nature has had a busy week, bringing us 13 inches of snow since Saturday, and there’s even more fresh powder on the way! Here’s everything you need to know for your trip to Vail:

1. Attend Live Music Shows All Weekend Long: Electronic house and techno DJ John Summit returns to Vail, captivating audiences at Ford Park on February 14 and 15 with his winter Experts Only Vail ski weekender. Music will be playing throughout Vail with a special on-mountain pop up show at the top of Eagle’s Nest on Sunday. Check out the full lineup of events below!

 

Friday, February 14:

  • Gritz 1-2 p.m.

  • Layton Giordani 2-3 p.m.

  • Experts Only B2B2B 3-4 p.m.

  • John Summit

  • Layton Giordani

  • Ranger Trucco

  • GS5

  • Parmajawn B2B Jinnie 9-10:45 p.m.

  • Ranger Trucco 10:45 p.m.-12:15 a.m.

  • Layton Giordani 12:15-1:45 a.m.

 

 

Saturday, February 15:

  • Londen Summers 1-2 p.m.

  • Ranger Trucco 2-3 p.m.

  • Experts Only B2B2B 3-4 p.m.

  • Free Après All Day DJ set at Express Lift Bar

  • Alana English 2-5 p.m.

  • John Summit

  • Cassian

  • AYYBO

  • Maro

  • Kamino 9-10 p.m.

  • Cassian 10-11:30 p.m.

  • John Summit 11:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

 

 

Sunday, February 16:

  • Free Special Pop Up Featuring John Summit at the Top of Eagle’s Nest

  • John Summit is back and performing on top of Vail Mountain from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 400 FREE wristbands are available on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 9 a.m. at the walking path east of the Lionshead ticket office. An Epic Pass, lift ticket, or scenic gondola ticket are required to ride the Eagle Bahn Gondola (#19) to access the venue.

  • Free Après All Day DJ set at Express Lift Bar

  • Amba 2-5 p.m.

 

 

2. Grab a Bite and Warm Up: Need something tasty in between runs? All our on-mountain dining restaurants are open including Eagle’s Nest Marketplace, Powerline Pub at Mid Vail, Buffalo’s, Wildwood Smokehouse, Two Elk, The 10th, Dawg Haus, and more.

 

3. Plan Your Runs and Play it Safe: We have 100% of our terrain open! This includes our seven Legendary Back Bowls and over 5,300 acres of terrain across the mountain. Your safety is our top priority. The NSAA Skier Responsibility Code applies to all terrain, so please respect all Slow Zones and closures. With fresh powder on the way, it might be tempting to duck ropes—but remember, our Ski Patrol sets these boundaries for essential avalanche control and safety measures.

 

4. Keep in Mind Pass Restrictions: Restricted Peak Dates are days when certain Epic Passes have restricted access. During President’s Day Weekend, Epic Pass restrictions are in place on Saturday and Sunday, February 15-16.

 

5. Other Après-Ski Celebrations: As the sun sets on another unforgettable ski day, Vail offers a lively après-ski scene. Here are some of our favorite spots:

 

Vail Village 

  • Express Lift: 10th Mountain Whiskey Tastings, signature après cocktails, European beer-hall vibes

  • Vendetta’s: Legendary slices of pizza and plenty of beer on tap 

  • Cucina: mountain-comfort cuisine with a laid-back and family-friendly atmosphere

  • Two Arrows: Consistently serves the highest quality coffee, beverages and fresh local provisions

 

 

Lionshead Village 

  • The Belle: Lionshead’s one and only gourmet grab and go for coffee, pastries, and more

  • Tavern On The Square: Inspired by contemporary American culinary sensibilities, the Tavern culinary team delivers a global artisan “craft” riff on fusion cuisine

  • Garfinkel’s: Lively sports bar with can’t-miss nachos 

  • Alpine Pizza: Local’s spot for Detroit style slices with a crispy cheese edge

 

 

6. Where to Park: Plan your arrival and parking based on your skiing or snowboarding ability. If you’re a beginner, head to Lionshead Village and Eagle Bahn Gondola (19). If you’re a more advanced beginner or intermediate skier or rider, head to Gondola One in the Vail Village. The Town of Vail offers a convenient and free shuttle bus between villages.

 

7. Capture the Moment: Don't forget to capture your adventures—tag@VailMtn for a chance to be featured on Instagram!