The Breckenridge Ski Resort area in Colorado offers ski lovers the chance to conquer its white powdery slopes. But skiing and riding aren't the only pastimes in the Rocky Mountains. Arts and theatre are popular here, drawing in many visitors to its live shows, performances, plays, museums and galleries. Booking a vacation rental close to town ensures you're minutes away from the best arts and theatre attractions near your Breckenridge vacation resort. Whether you're looking for ski in/out access, multiple bedrooms and lofts, or impressive mountain views, you're sure to find the perfect fit in terms of accommodations.
Works of Art
If you time your visit right to this popular ski resort, you can take part in one of the many annual arts festivals taking place in Breckenridge. These include the Breckenridge July Arts Festival and the Breckenridge Main Street Arts Festival, featuring local and national artists. They are filled with artist demonstrations and items for sale in all mediums, from sculptures to paintings to photography. If you have kids, be sure to check out the Mountain Top Children's Museum on South Park Avenue for the Rocky Mountain Wildlife Exhibit, Kidstruction Zone, Studio Imagination, Tot Spot and Wonder Lab & Planetarium.
The Breckenridge Theatre features a small artwork gallery,
hosting many shows showcasing sculpture, ceramics, photography and
paintings. Young artists are honored every spring, with
works by Breckenridge elementary students on proud display. Those with
a love for fine art and photography will find solace in the Altitude
Fine Art Photography Gallery, which features the work of both local and
international photographers. The gallery also gives ten percent of its
gross sales to charity. Hand made glass is the focus of the Fox Ridge
Fine Art Glass Gallery on South Main Street. Local and national artists
are represented here, showing off contemporary hand crafted glass items.
Theatre Venues
If theatre moves you, you don't have to look far in Breckenridge. You may want to head to the Backstage Theatre on South Ridge Street, which puts on shows, plays, events, auditions and workshops. Looking to take in a film? Check out the Speakeasy Movie Theatre on South Harris for all the latest releases, along with some independent films. This quaint theatre also has an art gallery inside, showcasing the works of local artists. In fact, each month, a new local artist is featured with his or her original paintings, photography and even hand crafted jewelry.
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