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Breckenridge International Festival of Arts

Date: August 9–18, 2019
On its 5th anniversary, the International Festival of Arts has coordinated a blow-out of activities as it dives into a celebration of nature, adventure, and creativity. A mix of both free and ticketed events, there is a n opportunity for all to partake in 2019’s Breckenridge International Festival of Arts. Find full event details here. 

Highlights

Blue River @ the Gallery@OMH
An exhibition, created by the mastermind Giuseppe Licari (Rotterdam, Netherlands), reinvents the gallery into a still-smoking forest in the aftermath of a devastating fire.
Event Details 

Trail Mix
A 10 part event, the free Trail Mix explores four different trails throughout Breckenridge, each with its

While buying a condo on the first floor in Breckenridge certainly has advantages, especially when it comes to lugging all your ski gear inside, there’s still something ultra-appealing about calling the top floor home. In real estate, we always reference the phrase “location, location, location” when talking about buying and selling a home, and when we’re talking condos specifically, vertical location also matters, and here’s why…

It’s Always Warmer on the Top Floor 

If you paid any attention during your early science classes, chances are you already know that heat rises. So when the temperature drops and the Breckenridge snow starts to fall, the heat being cranked up from all those lower-level units will help keep your place nice and cozy.  

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The number of people who work from home is on the rise, which means adding a home office can only be beneficial for existing home owners. So even if you're not already among those who office from the comfort of their own home, here are several reasons why you still might want to add an office space to your Breckenridge residence…

Increase your home’s value 

If you already have extra space in the form of a den or a sun room, transitioning that space into an office probably won’t do much good, especially if you don’t plan on using it. But if you creatively take advantage of unused space or even add-on to your home, chances are it’ll only increase its value. 

Contribute to environmental benefits 

Fewer daily commutes means fewer emissions being

U.S. News & World Report has once again unveiled their annual list of the 25 best small towns to visit in America, and three are located right here in Colorado. Rankings for the list are based on expert and user opinions, and the website’s methodology claims to score each city in 10 different categories, which include, among other things attractions, culture, dining, adventure, nightlife, and romance. In addition, each city evaluated must also have a population of 50,000 people or less. 

Taking home this year’s top spot overall is Telluride, another Colorado resort town located about 5 hours south of Breckenridge. Not surprisingly, Telluride scored particularly well in the adventure category thanks to its more than 2,000 acres of skiable terrain, and

4th of July in Breckenridge

Date: July 4, 2019, All-Day
Riverwalk Center

Independence Day in Breckenridge is a highlight of the summer with a full day of activities for the entire family and one of the most patriotic celebrations across the state. Kicking off the day, you can either participate or watch the 10k trail run and Firecracker 50 (an intense solo or team mountain bike race through Breckenridge’s most iconic cross country trails). Following the Firecracker 50 start, the iconic town parade heads down Main Street (register your float from the link below!). One of the newer events, but already a fan favorite is the Breckenridge Creative Arts’ “Street Arts: Spangled,”. The streets of Breckenridge are decorated in a full celebration of

Although the first official day of summer isn’t until June 21st, many of us are already looking ahead to getting outside and enjoying the countless events, festivals, and warm weather activities that make this time of year in Breckenridge so fun. 

For some, that of course means taking advantage of all the scenic hiking and mountain biking trails that are scattered all throughout Summit County. For others, summer is all about dusting off the golf clubs and hitting the links for a successful round of 18 holes. 

And speaking of golf, if you're planning a move to Summit County or are interested in finally buying a vacation home or condo, the beginning of summer is the perfect time to settle into a place that offers easy access to any of our local golf

Everybody knows Breckenridge is widely-known for its world-class skiing, but if you’ve also spent any time here during the summer months, chances are you’re already familiar with how amazing Summit County’s mountain biking landscape is as well. 

Just like the area’s ski slopes, various mountain biking trails and roadways in Summit County feature different levels of difficulty. And if you’re someone who’s only just now getting into mountain biking, here’s our short list of where to gain some experience before tackling the more advanced trails.

Boreas Pass 

While the elevation of Boreas Pass could make this a challenging ride, this ten mile road is still one of the easier places to mountain bike in the area. Its winding path travels through

National Repertory Orchestra: Opening Night, A New NRO!

Date: June 8th, 2019 -  7:30pm-9:30pm
Riverwalk Center

Celebrate the “New NRO” at the official opening night of the festival. This year’s opener brings the audience on a journey through many different classical music artists including Beethoven’s, Symphony No. 5 and Anna Clyne’s, Masquerade.

Tickets can be purchased ($10-$40) from BreckCreate.org.

Breckenridge Town Party with The Jacob Jolliff Band

Date: June 13th, 2019  -  4-9pm
Riverwalk Center Lawn

The annual Breckenridge Town Party kicks off summer with a bang. Locals come out of their winter hiding and celebrate the start of the most beloved, although occasionally too short, summer season. Held at the Riverwalk Center lawn,

If you’ve ever purchased a home as a dog-owner, you don’t need us to tell you that a dog's needs are usually also considered in whatever final decision is made during a home search. For some home buyers, it’s having the right size backyard, and for others, it’s all about living near whatever pet-friendly amenities happen to be in the area. 

In Breckenridge, there’s certainly no shortage of places to take a dog. The countless trails and pathways you'll find situated all throughout Summit County make having an active dog especially fun, regardless of where you plan to buy. But for many here in Breckenridge, Carter Dog Park continues to be a favorite spot among locals, which is a pet-friendly amenity that's not only conveniently located but also large

Townhomes are a highly attractive housing option in Breckenridge, especially for today’s vacation home buyers. In many instances, townhomes in Breckenridge provide more than enough living space and storage, and the maintenance-free element is certainly convenient for those who don’t call Summit County home all year. But with townhomes almost always being in such high-demand, where should buyers start their search? We explore several options below…

Highland Greens 

It’s safe to say that Highland Greens is one of the most highly sought-after townhouse communities in all of Breckenridge. Units here provide spectacular view of the Ten Mile Range and there’s also a Jack Nicholas-designed golf course right across the street. Highland Greens townhomes