Visiting the Vail Valley

Summer in the Vail Valley (summer.vail.com)

We want to encourage you to try our outstanding musical festival in the unique alpine resort setting of Vail, Colorado. We think if you try it, you'll like it so we're making it easy for you to choose Vail, Colorado this Labor Day Weekend for a one of a kind jazz experience.

Vail is a spectacular alpine resort nestled in the stunning Rocky Mountains of Colorado.  With dramatic mountain vistas and bubbling brooks, this ski resort cum resort getaway offers wonderful options for recreation and relaxation , from golf to nature hikes, from rafting to horseback riding, for the young and the young at heart alike. Your visit will be enhanced by the ongoing calendar of special events including music, dance, farmers markets, and gallery walks.

Dining in Vail is always a treat, with options from casual American fare to sushi , steaks and seafood, Vail’s dining is well known for both quality and variety. Take advantage of the resort’s  concierge service to line up your itinerary, and get ready to enjoy a relaxing, fun and naturally beautiful weekend –Vail Jazz Party on Friday night, September 3!

The weather is predictably unpredictable – but with Colorado’s 300+ days of sunshine each year, you can count on sunny skies and warm but cool mountain air.

Getting here is easier than ever with two  convenient airports within two hours, and safe and reliable ground transportation to whisk you away to your elegant accommodations at Vail Marriott mountain resort.  Use the Vail Jazz Festival’s special rates with Colorado Mountain Express to book your door to door transportation service – just in time for the first session of the Vail Jazz Party on Friday night, September 3!

Location:
The beautiful Vail Valley and Town of Vail is located approximately 100 miles west of Denver, 120 miles from Denver International Airport. Interstate 70 runs through Vail and the main Vail exit is #176.

Altitude:
Vail's altitude is 8,150 feet above sea level. High altitude effects everyone differently and to varying degrees. To make your transition to altitude easier, moderate your food and beverage intake (especially alcoholic beverages) and level of activity. Try to drink plenty of water, however, as the climate is very dry. You should acclimate to the altitude in a few days. If you have any questions about the potential effects high altitude may have on you, contact your physician prior to your trip.

Shopping, Dining , Activities:
The Vail Marriott is located in close proximity to many shops, restaurants and outdoor activities. Vail's two pedestrian villages, Vail Village and Lionshead Village offer many other dining options.

Activities:

They are abundant with golf, biking, fly fishing, rafting, hiking, walking and gondola lift rides providing opportunities to enjoy Vail's natural beauty. Inquire at the concierge desk or the Vail Visitor Centers about activities available during the Festival.

The Town of Vail has free in-town bus service providing frequent and easy transportation around town for additional shopping and dining options.

Vail Jazz Festival

Our performances range from free outdoor concerts featuring regional and national jazz favorites, to our Labor Day Weekend Party, which draws exceptional musical talent and jazz aficionados from around the country and around the globe.