Editor’s note: This story has been updated to correct the dates for Theatre SilCo’s “A Christmas Carol” production, which runs through Dec. 22.

Summit County has a calendar full of holiday events leading up to Christmas, catering to everyone from children to adults.

Whether you’re in search of family-friendly activities or the opportunity to do a shot-ski with more than 1,000 other people in hopes of breaking a world record, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a list of holiday-related happenings taking place in Summit during the next couple weeks.

Ullr Fest

Breckenridge’s beloved Ullr Fest, where locals pay homage to the Norse god of snow in hopes of a ski season full of powder, kicks off Dec. 12. 

“Only Breckenridge could come up with an event like this,” historian Leigh Girvin said via email. “It’s so unique to our community because it combines our history as a mining town, the subsequent ‘white gold’ rush, and the heritage of our Norwegian ski town pioneers.”

Festivities begin with the crowning of the Ullr King and Queen in the Blue River Plaza at 3 p.m. followed by an attempt to break the unofficial record for world’s longest shot-ski at 3:30 p.m. The record is currently held by Park City, Utah, according to the Breckenridge Tourism Office, with the bar set at 1,385 participants. Breckenridge is shooting for 1,401 participants.  

After those events, hand-built floats will compete for a cash prize at the Ullr parade on Main Street from 4-5 p.m. before the Ullr bonfire in the East Sawmill Parking Lot at 5 p.m. Music will be provided by DJ DC, who will be playing out of the Red Bull event vehicle.

The next night, Friday Dec. 13, will be the Ullr Comedy Night at the Riverwalk Center featuring comedians Devin Siebold and Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald. The show starts at 8 p.m. with doors opening at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $44, and proceeds benefit the Carriage House Early Learning Center.

Two of Saturday’s events will be at Stephen C. West Ice Arena: the Ullr Ice Skating Party from 12:30-2 p.m. and the Winter Ice Skating Show at 6:30 p.m. 

“I just love the energy around Ullr Fest. It’s certainly a community event, and everyone’s excited about winter, snow, and skiing,” Girvin said. “And they love to celebrate it in this funny way that we started 61 years ago.”

Breckenridge History will also be hosting an Ullr historical tour ahead of the festivities from 4:30-5 p.m. on Dec. 11.

For more information visit GoBreck.com/event/ullr-fest.

Keystone’s Goods in the Woods

Keystone’s Goods in the Woods holiday market will set up shop Saturday, Dec. 14 at Warren Station in River Run. The market is full of Summit-made local goods available from 1-5 p.m. set to the backdrop of live music by Summit local Randall McKinnon. 

“What makes Goods in the Woods great (is) the fact that we have a dedicated group of artists that live and thrive in Summit County — and our holiday market is free for them to participate in,” said Maja Russer, director of marketing and events for The Keystone Neighbourhood Co., via email.

New to the event this year is the “Elf on the Shelf Craftacular” where Santa reads the story of the Elf on the Shelf at 2 p.m. There will also be hot cocoa and crafts onsite. For more information visit WarrenStation.com/.

PlayGarten and Bluebird Market’s Holiday Party

PlayGarten and Bluebird Market will jointly host a holiday party on Dec. 18 from 4-8 p.m. at the Bluebird Market in Silverthorne.

Santa will make an appearance from 5:30-7:30 p.m., and there will also be carols, crafts and discounted play passes for the PlayGarten.

“It’s a good mix of kids getting play time and getting to see Santa, and parents get some drink specials,” founder of PlayGarten Laura Koepke said, noting her spot and others will be offering drink specials during the party.

Dillon Holiday Markets

Dillon will host its first ever Holiday Markets the weekends of Dec. 14 and 15 and Dec. 21 and 22 at the Dillon Town Park from 10 a.m to 6 p.m. 

The markets will have a variety of local Colorado vendors offering handcrafted gifts and holiday treats. For more information visit TownofDillon.com/events.

Holiday shows and performances

Breckenridge Backstage Theatre will be hosting its “Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some)” daily starting Dec. 11. The production runs through Dec. 30.

Actors will performs bits from “Christmas Carol,” “It’s a Wonderful Life,” “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer,” “Frosty” and more. For ticket prices and show times, visit BreckCreate.org/events/every-christmas-story-ever-told-and-then-some.

Theater SilCo is putting on performances of a “Christmas Carol” through Dec. 22 with nightly showings at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $47, and the show is for ages 6 and over. For more information, visit TheSilco.org/event/2024season-a-christmas-carol/2024-12-03/.

The Alpine Dance Academy had its production of “The Nutcracker: Land of the Sweets” from Dec. 6-8 at the River Walk Center. This pre-professional show featured more than 60 local dancers.