Stifel Birds of Prey is back! From December 4-7, 2025, Beaver Creek will come alive with four action-packed days of men’s FIS Alpine Ski World Cup races. The world’s best ski racers will battle it out in two downhills, a super-G, and a giant slalom as they vie for crucial qualifying points ahead of the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympics.
Beyond the thrilling races on the legendary Birds of Prey course, Beaver Creek Village will transform into a winter wonderland of entertainment, music, fireworks, family-friendly activities and more. Most of the festival activities are completely free, complementing the free race spectating to create an incredible, budget-friendly experience.
Here’s your complete guide to all the festivities happening during this unforgettable weekend:
FREE Live Music
Beaver Creek Music Stage in Beaver Creek Village
Get ready to dance! Free concerts will light up Beaver Creek Village throughout the weekend, featuring an incredible lineup of live music:
- Buffalo Traffic Jam – Thursday, December 4 | 4:00 PM
- Manufactured Superstars – Friday, December 5 | 2:00 PM
- Red Not Chili Peppers – Friday, December 5 | 4:00 PM
- Kendall Street Company – Saturday, December 6 | 2:00 PM
- Jackie Greene – Saturday, December 6 | 4:15 PM
- Touch of Trey – Sunday, December 7 | 1:30 PM
Warren Miller’s “SNO-CIETY”
Thursday, December 4 | 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM
Vilar Performing Arts Center
Kick off the weekend and build your ski season stoke with Warren Miller’s latest film, “SNO-CIETY”. This year’s installment celebrates ski culture and community with stunning cinematography and inspiring stories from around the globe. Catch one of two showings at the Vilar Performing Arts Center, tucked just underneath the ice rink in Beaver Creek Village. General admission tickets are available at vilarpac.org.
Men’s Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team Signing
Friday, December 5 | 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Gorsuch in Beaver Creek Village
Meet the Men’s Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team after Friday’s downhill race! Grab autographs, take photos, and connect with your favorite athletes. It’s all free, and posters will be provided—just bring your ski poles or helmets for signing. Stay tuned for the lineup of athletes attending. Be sure to arrive early for the best chance to meet your favorite athletes!
Men’s Bib Draw & Giveaways
Friday, December 5 | 6:00 PM
Beaver Creek Music Stage in Beaver Creek Village
Watch your favorite men’s alpine athletes choose their fate for Saturday’s super-G races in a classic Beaver Creek Bib Draw. Plus, stick around for huge giveaways. It’s all free!
Fireworks
Friday, December 5 | 6:15 PM
Beaver Creek Village
Cap off Friday night with a dazzling fireworks show that will light up the sky above Beaver Creek Village. The perfect ending to an amazing day!
Super-G Saturday
Saturday, December 6 | 9:00 AM
John and Karen Arnold Red Tail Stadium
Beat the lines and kick off super-G Saturday with morning music and free Bloody Marys! Swing by the Village before hopping on the buses to snag your wristband and free Bloody Mary ticket. If Red Tail Stadium fills up, there will be a watch party at the ice rink in Beaver Creek Village.
Pre-Race Music on the Public Perch
Thursday, December 4 | 9:30 AM
Friday, December 5 | 9:30 AM
Saturday, December 6 | 9:00 AM
Sunday, December 7 | 8:30 AM
Public Perch at John and Karen Arnold Red Tail Stadium
DJs will be spinning live beats on the Public Perch for FREE to get the energy pumping before each race day! DJ Naka G will be hyping up the crowd ahead of Saturday’s super-G. Artists for Thursday, Friday and Sunday will be announced soon.
Meet the Cats and Dogs of Beaver Creek
Saturday, December 6 | 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Bus Stop at John and Karen Arnold Red Tail Stadium
Bring the family to meet the incredible Beaver Creek Avalanche Dogs and check out the amazing Prinoth Snowcats that help build the Birds of Prey course! A unique and FRE opportunity to see these amazing animals and machines in action.
10th Annual Beers of Prey
Saturday, December 6 | 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Beaver Creek Ice Rink
Celebrate a decade of Beers of Prey! Sample craft brews from participating breweries including 4 Noses Brewing Company, Bootstrap Brewing, Ommegang, Boulevard Brewing, Eagle River Brewing, Firestone Walker 805 Beer, Outer Range Brewing, and more to be announced as the event draws closer.
Tickets are just $35 right now—grab yours before November 12 for the best price! Prices increase as the event approaches.
Battle Mountain High School Drumline
Sunday, December 7 | 11:30 AM
John and Karen Arnold Red Tail Stadium
Feel the rhythm as the Battle Mountain High School Drumline brings the energy between Giant Slalom runs. FREE!
Plan Your Visit
Ready to make a weekend of it? Visit our Plan Your Visit page for lodging deals and packages so you can stay in Beaver Creek and enjoy everything this amazing festival has to offer.
For the complete event schedule and more information, head to bcworldcup.com/events.
See you on the mountain!
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