Keystone Closing Day 2017: Area Events

Yes. It’s true. Closing Day is right around the corner. April 16th to be exact. But, there’s still 10 days left to have fun on the slopes! And, don’t forget, A-basin is just down the road and they have yet to announce their closing day (last year it was in June). For the remainder of the Keystone ski season we have nightly rates starting at just $50 so you can celebrate Closing Day and Easter in the mountains without breaking the bank.

Below we’ve compiled area events so you don’t miss out on any of the fun! At the very bottom we also have a list of area masses and church services.

AREA EVENTS

Wednesday, April 5th, 4 p.m.

• Kidtopia Winter Movie Matinee
• Head on over to the Kidtopia Headquarters in Keystone to catch Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs and enjoy some popcorn!

Thursday, April 6th, 4-5 p.m.

• Keystone Critters Discovery
• Friends of the Dillon Ranger District will teach us all about local wildlife and we even get to examine furs, tracks and more! Located at the Kidtopia Headquarters. All ages welcome. No registration required.

Thursday, April 6th, 5-6:30 p.m.

• Cupcakes & Canvas
• Children will be guided by an Art teacher while creating an artistic masterpiece and enjoying some cupcakes. Located at Kidtopia Headquarters. Cost is $15/child and is for ages 3 & up and their parents. All supplies provided. Register at Activities & Dining.

Friday, April 7th, 5-7 p.m.

• Kidtopia’s Wacky Tacky Party
• This crazy party includes dance music, party games, prizes, and a fantastic face painter. Bring your cameras for our zany photo booth stocked with silly props! Party games will change each week, so be sure to stop by to see our event schedule. Dress up in your wackiest, tackiest outfit because one party-goer will win our costume contest complete with a prize! All ages welcome.

Saturday, April 8th, 12:30-3 p.m.

• Facepainting & Crafternoon
• Head on over to the Kidtopia Headquarters for some facepainting and fun crafts. All ages are welcome but some crafts may be challenging for those under four years.

Saturday, April 8th, 4-4:30 p.m.

• Ripperoo’s Village Parade
• Join Ripperoo and his friends as they parade through the village! Parade begins at the River Run Kids’ Ski School and ends at the Dercum Square Ice rink with cookie time with Ripperoo.

Saturday, April 8th, 6 p.m.

• Distilled: Women & Whiskey
• Motivational speaker Amy Purdy will be discussing her life as a world-class snowboarder, Paralympic medalist, professional dancer, author, and co-founder of Adaptive Action Sports in a speech you won’t want to miss! In addition, whiskey expert Megan Breier will be discussing the unique whiskey selections for the evening. Located at Warren Station and tickets start at $15. For more information click here.

Saturday, April 8th, 7:15 p.m.

• Bigfoot Adventure
• Learn about Keystone while going on a hunt for Bigfoot. The walk is approximately an hour and fifteen minutes long and is outside so please wear suitable clothing and shoes. For children ages 5-12. Call 1-800-354-4FUN to make your reservation.

Saturday, April 8th, 8 p.m.

• Fireworks
• Sit back and enjoy the fireworks as they light up the sky over Dercum Mountain! Fireworks can be seen from both River Run and Lakeside Village.

Sunday, April 9th, 9 a.m., 11 a.m.

• Slush Cup
• Compete or come and watch! Either way, you’re sure to have a blast at the 2017 Keystone Slush Cup. For those completing, grab your favorite costume and get ready to show off your pond skimming skills. Award categories include: Best Costume and Best Overall. Registration is from 9-11 a.m. There’s also a Kidtopia Slush Cup for those ages 6-13, and those ages 14-17 can choose the adult or children’s pond. Spectators can enjoy live music from the Beloved Invaders and there are additional crowd prizes and giveaways. Competition begins at 11 a.m. For adults there’s a $30 participation fee. Call 970-496-4443 to register.

Sunday, April 9th, 3:30-5 p.m.

• Ice Cream Birthday Party with Ripperoo
• Each Sunday, come join Ripperoo for ice cream, t-shirt decorating, photo opportunities and much more! Is it your child’s birthday while you are Keystone? If so, we’ll have a special treat for your little one. Located at the Mountain House Food Court and no registration required.

Sunday, April 9th, 6:30 p.m.

• Starquest
• Each week Keystone Science School will explore the furthest parts of our universe. We will provide a lesson activity, the chance to view celestial objects up close and personal and explore the winter constellations. This program is best suited for children ages 3 and older, but those that are younger are welcome. No registration required.

Monday, April 10th, 3:30-5 p.m.

• Snowball Launch
• Do you think you can launch a snowball farther than anyone else in your family? Put your skills to the test in our giant snowball launch area and show your friends what you have got. Complete with targets and prizes for the longest launch and best aim. Most appropriate for ages 5-17, but all ages welcome. Located at the Mountain House Base Area. No registration required.

Wednesday, April 12th, 4 p.m.

• Kidtopia Winter Movie Matinee
• Head on over to the Kidtopia Headquarters in Keystone to catch Finding Dory and enjoy some popcorn!

Thursday, April 13th, 4-5 p.m.

• Keystone Critters Discovery
• Friends of the Dillon Ranger District will teach us all about local wildlife and we even get to examine furs, tracks and more! Located at the Kidtopia Headquarters. All ages welcome. No registration required.

Thursday, April 13th, 5-6:30 p.m.

• Cupcakes & Canvas
• Children will be guided by an Art teacher while creating an artistic masterpiece and enjoying some cupcakes. Located at Kidtopia Headquarters. Cost is $15/child and is for ages 3 & up and their parents. All supplies provided. Register at Activities & Dining.

Friday, April 14th, 5-7 p.m.

• Kidtopia’s Wacky Tacky Party
• This crazy party includes dance music, party games, prizes, and a fantastic face painter. Bring your cameras for our zany photo booth stocked with silly props! Party games will change each week, so be sure to stop by to see our event schedule. Dress up in your wackiest, tackiest outfit because one party-goer will win our costume contest complete with a prize! All ages welcome.

Saturday, April 15th, 12:30-3 p.m.

• Facepainting & Crafternoon
• Head on over to the Kidtopia Headquarters for some facepainting and fun crafts. All ages are welcome but some crafts may be challenging for those under four years.

Saturday, April 15th, 4-4:30 p.m.

• Ripperoo’s Village Parade
• Join Ripperoo and his friends as they parade through the village! Parade begins at the River Run Kids’ Ski School and ends at the Dercum Square Ice rink with cookie time with Ripperoo.

Saturday, April 15th, 7:15 p.m.

• Bigfoot Adventure
• Learn about Keystone while going on a hunt for Bigfoot. The walk is approximately an hour and fifteen minutes long and is outside so please wear suitable clothing and shoes. For children ages 5-12. Call 1-800-354-4FUN to make your reservation.

Saturday, April 15th, 8 p.m.

• Fireworks
• Sit back and enjoy the fireworks as they light up the sky over Dercum Mountain! Fireworks can be seen from both River Run and Lakeside Village.

Sunday, April 16th, 9:30-3 p.m.

• Closing Day & Easter Celebration
• Head over to the Kidtopia Headquarters for free Easter crafts, egg painting, cookie decorating and fun!

Sunday, April 16th, 10-1 p.m.

• Brunch with the Easter Bunny
• Enjoy Breakfast with a view of Keystone Lake and the Continental Divide at the Edgewater Cafe. Enjoy a delicious breakfast as well as an Easter Egg hunt for the little ones. Outside patio seating available (weather dependent). Cost is $24.95 for adults and $12.95 for children ages 6-12. Children ages 5 and younger are free. For more information and to make reservations please call 970-496-4386.

MASSES AND CHURCH SERVICES

Thursday, April 13: Holy Thursday Masses & Services

• Our Lady of Peace in Silverthorne: 6:30 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper
• St. Mary in Breckenridge: 6:30 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper
• Lord of the Mountains Lutheran Church in Silverthorne: 6 p.m. Maundy Thursday
• Dillon Community Church: 6 p.m. Maundy Thursday
• Father Dyer United Methodist in Breckenridge: (check website for time) Maundy Thursday
• St. John the Baptist Episcopal in Breckenridge: 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday

Friday, April 14: Good Friday Masses & Services

• Our Lady of Peace in Silverthorne: 3 p.m., 6:30 p.m (spanish) Veneration of the Cross
• St. Mary in Breckenridge: 3 p.m. Veneration of the Cross
• Lord of the Mountains Lutheran Church in Silverthorne: 6 p.m. Good Friday service
• Father Dyer United Methodist in Breckenridge: (check website for time) Good Friday
• St. John the Baptist Episcopal in Breckenridge: 7 p.m. Veneration of the Cross

Saturday, April 15: Holy Saturday Masses & Services

• Our Lady of Peace in Silverthorne: 8:15 p.m. Easter Vigil
• St. Mary in Breckenridge: 8:15 p.m. Easter Vigil

Sunday, April 16: Easter Sunday Masses & Services

• St. Mary in Breckenridge: 6 a.m. Sunrise Mass, 8 a.m. Mass, 10 a.m. Mass
• Our Lady of Peace in Silverthorne: 8 a.m. Mass, 10 a.m. Mass, Noon Spanish Mass
• Keystone Conference Center: 9 a.m. Mass
• Copper Mountain Chapel: 5:15 p.m. Mass
• Lord of the Mountains Lutheran Church in Silverthorne: 8 a.m., 10 a.m. Easter services
• Dillon Community Church: 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m. Easter services
• Father Dyer United Methodist in Breckenridge: (check website for time) Easter service
• St. John the Baptist Episcopal in Breckenridge: 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m. Easter services

Published on Tuesday, April 4, 2017