AvonLIVE! and SunsetLIVE! concerts, Lakeside Cinema, Avon Arts Celebration, and Salute to the USA are back at the center of Avon this summer
With spring in the air and the summer season on the horizon, the Town of Avon announces its full 2024 summer event schedule. Harry A. Nottingham Park, the magnificent Avon Pavilion, and the Terrace overlooking the lake will once again be the prominent gathering centers for both outdoor enjoyment and major events.
Kicking of the summer, the tenth annual Town Clean Up & Sustainability Fair takes place on Wednesday, May 22nd! This is your chance to clean up our beautiful Town after a long winter season, recycle your electronic waste, learn from local sustainability experts, all while enjoying free ice-cold beer and delicious food provided by Ein Prosit (while supplies last).
Free live music is set to kick off on Sunday, May 26th with the first installment of SunsetLIVE! from 6:00 to 8:00pm featuring J. Goods Experience with Los Hermanos. SunsetLIVE! is a weekly hallmark offering casual musical performances by local musicians every Sunday evening through September 1st. Experience stunning sunsets and live music by the lake showcasing artists such as Moonstone Quill, Radio Fluke, Los Mochochetes, and more!
The fifth annual Pride in the Park returns to Avon on Saturday, June 1st. This day-long celebration draws visitors from throughout the mountains of Colorado. This celebration has a jam-packed schedule of activities designed to keep everyone interested and engaged. Local organizations, businesses, and vendors come together celebrating visibility, equity, and inclusion in the Mountains of Colorado.
The AvonLIVE! concert series begins Wednesday, June 12th presenting eleven unforgettable nights of free live music every Wednesday beginning June 12th, through July, and August, rain, or shine! This year’s lineup showcases acclaimed national artists, inviting the community to unite and experience music, diverse culinary options from food trucks, refreshing drinks from the Hahnewald Bar, and the delight of a summer evening spent outdoors.
The beloved Avon tradition, the 38th annual Salute to the USA is set for Wednesday, July 3rd starting at 5:00pm. The Park will buzz with family-friendly activities throughout the evening, including a special opportunity to engage with artist Pat Milbery in an interactive “Heart of the Valley” art experience. Of course, family favorites such as face painting, balloon sculpting, magicians, patriotic stilt walkers, and inflatable fun houses will be apart of the celebration. Indulge in a variety of beverages and delicious food options from several local food trucks and vendors. Live music featuring rock music’s great female icon and legendary rock powerhouse, Melissa Etheridge, and supergroup Texas Hill, promises to keep everyone singing and dancing leading up to one of Colorado’s most spectacular fireworks displays over Nottingham Lake!
Also, Lakeside Cinema returns this summer to Avon every Friday, beginning July 5th. Be among the first guests to arrive and receive complimentary popcorn (while supplies last), and delight in a diverse selection of free movies to include, The Goonies, The Little Mermaid, Back to the Future, Wonka, School of Rock, Cool Runnings, and more! Pack your own picnic and enjoy watching your favorite films outdoors on the big screen. Movie screenings commence at dusk, typically around 8:15pm.
The fifth annual Avon Arts Celebration returns featuring works in several mediums to include printmaking, ceramics, mixed media, jewelry, wood, fiber, and photography. This is the only art show in Eagle County where you can stroll from booth to booth with a glass of wine or spirit of your choice.
New this year is Avon’s first annual auto show, Cars in the Park. Rev up your engines for a day that promises horsepower, style, and family-friendly fun on August 24th. Don’t miss this amazing collection of fine machines and if you’re interested in showcasing your pride and joy, registration is open and available here.
In addition, some local favorites will also return later in the summer, including Dancing in the Park, Vail Valley Brew-Au, and Avon Community Picnic . Be a spectator or a participant at several staple sporting events including, Vail Lacrosse Tournament, Triple Bypass, Vail Valley Soccer Tournament, and Dunk N Dash that will bring a wide variety of sport to Avon throughout the summer.
Looking ahead to an exciting summer in Avon, the Town is thrilled to have something for everyone to enjoy. As we anticipate sunny days filled with music, art, and community spirit, mark your calendars, and get ready to immerse yourself in all that awaits in Avon this Summer.