Cheers to 2026! How to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Grand County

The holiday season is always magical here in the Winter Park area: snow-capped mountains, festive lights, and a slower rhythm make it easy to get into the holiday spirit. And when it comes to ringing in the New Year, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate! Think fireworks, an outdoor silent disco, light parades on skis, live music, and even a theater performance. Truly, there’s something for everyone. From family-friendly fun to all-night dance parties, I’ve rounded up the best New Year’s Eve events and dinner specials so you don’t have to dig around and can focus on enjoying your time in the mountains. Wherever you are and however you celebrate, I hope you’re able to toast to 2026…

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Winter Park Resort Ups Its Game with 37 Million Dollar Investment in Snowmaking Capacity

Winter Park Resort kicked off the ski season on Halloween this year, tying its 2022–23 season record for earliest opening day since its inaugural season in 1940. With a late start to the snowy season, the resort’s $37 million investment in snowmaking capacity is clearly already paying off! After a relatively dry fall, the hopes of opening before Thanksgiving would’ve been dashed without a big push to build snow coverage as soon as the temps dropped low enough. They started blowing snow the night of October 16, covering enough ground for the lifts to start turning on October 31.

The investment in an upgraded system (that more than doubled the volume of water…

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Osteria Giocondo Brings Italian Charm to Downtown Winter Park

I think I’ve found my new favorite spot right in the heart of downtown Winter Park! Osteria Giocondo recently opened on Main Street, giving us a cozy place to gather, connect, and enjoy a drink with some Italian-inspired small bites. It’s owned and operated by Devil’s Thumb Ranch, so you can expect the same luxury, attention to detail, and high-quality experience they’re known for - without the drive!

This charming little spot sits in the same building as Vasquez Creek Inn and Volario’s (also part of the Devil’s Thumb family), directly across Highway 40 from Hideaway Park + the Rendezvous Event Center. The space has actually been empty for a few years, but longtime locals might…

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 Thanksgiving Dinner Made Easy: Skip the Kitchen and Enjoy Local Favorites Serving up Traditional Meals this Year!

Whether you're visiting or call the Fraser Valley home, Thanksgiving week has so much to offer if you find yourself in Grand County for the laid-back holiday. With the both Winter Park Resort and Granby Ranch open and in full swing, tubing and sledding hills ready to welcome guests, and (hopefully!) enough snow on the ground to get out for a cross-country ski or snowmobile ride, there are a wealth of opportunities to play outside and appreciate the beauty of the mountains. And events like the Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot, Cooper Creek Square's Celebration of Lights, Winter Park Resort's Holiday Tree Lighting, Granby's Parade of Lights…

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Experience refined alpine living at 85 Ramble Lane — a stunning 4-bedroom rooftop villa with panoramic Continental Divide views, designer finishes, and effortless access to downtown Winter Park

 

Welcome to one of Winter Park's most desirable addresses 85 Ramble Lane at The Wilds 360. This luxury 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath rooftop villa embodies modern mountain living, blending upscale finishes with panoramic Continental Divide views. Ideally located near downtown Winter Park, you're minutes from the slopes, trails, restaurants, and the upcoming Roam clubhouse, and just a short walk to the future gondola. Inside, warm contemporary design meets mountain sophistication. The open main level features vaulted ceilings, a striking stone fireplace, and…

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Check out Fraser Valley's Newest Addition: The Fraser Bike Park is Ready to Ride! 

If you've driven through Fraser lately, you've likely noticed an influx of dirt, heavy equipment, and activity near the Lion’s Ponds east of Highway 40. Crews have been hard at work all summer and into fall to bring the Town of Fraser's long-awaited vision to life - the new Fraser Bike Park is in the home stretch of completion and just recently celebrated the soft opening of the asphalt pump track!

With over 600 miles of cross-country trails, Trestle Bike Park's world-class downhill biking, and plenty of gravel riding opportunities, the Winter Park area is a biking mecca. So an innovative, all ages and abilities bike park is a natural addition to our…

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Largest Two-Bedroom in the Building —Light-Filled Mountain Retreat with
Oversized Garage

  


Welcome to this spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom end unit in Fraser — the largest two-bedroom in the building. This home combines functionality and mountain modern comfort, ideally located on the bus route for easy access to town and Winter Park Resort. Owned by the original owners and never rented, this property has been gently used — less than one week a year until the past six months — and is in excellent condition. Features include vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and an oversized attached garage with room for your car and mountain toys, plus additional storage just off the garage. A dedicated laundry room adds convenience, and both bedrooms…

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What's Happening this Halloween?  Celebrate Mountain-Style with a Calendar Full of Grand County Events !

I might be a little biased, but our Grand County small towns really do Halloween right. From Granby's Main Street Trick-or-Treat to Grand Lake's Ghost + Gourds Gathering, Winter Park's Halloween Bash at Cooper Creek Square, and trick-or-treating in Fraser’s Old Town, the enthusiasm is absolutely infectious - and the fun just keeps coming!

If you’ll be in the mountains for the holiday this year, there’s no shortage of family-friendly festivities. So mark your calendars, costume up, and hit the town for a spooktacular Halloween 2025!

SUN OUTDOORS PUMPKIN PATCH

Saturday, October 11:  11am-3pm

Kick off Halloween at Sun Outdoors! While it…

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Fraser Crossing + Founders Pointe: Sister Condominium Complexes with Prime Location and Luxury Amenities Steps from The Gondola at Winter Park Resort

Looking for a mountain property with a prime location, huge income potential, and complete ease-of-use to make your mountain living dream a reality? Frasers Crossing + Founders Pointe, two “sister” condominium complexes right at the base of Winter Park Resort, check all the boxes. These ski-in, ski-out condos are a short 150-yard walk through the base village to The Gondola and offer carefree  living with all the little luxuries that make it easy to enjoy your time in the mountains. 

Built in 2007, the two six-level complexes are connected via an underground parking garage and each boast a…

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Home Ownership Simplified: Idlewild Custom Home Care Gives a Whole New Meaning to "Living the Mountain Dream"

Living in the mountains really is the dream: snow-capped peaks outside your window, trails calling your name, fresh air that makes it easy to breathe a little deeper and relax in your alpine oasis. But as any homeowner knows, even the dream comes with its less-than-glamorous side: maintenance lists, repairs, scheduling services, stocking the fridge - all those little things that quietly eat up your time and potentially keep you from enjoying your mountain home as much as you'd envisioned.

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could just show up, settle in, and get straight to the good part (skiing, hiking, or just curling up by the fire) without…

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