Ullr Fest
January 05, 2014 - January 11, 2014
Location: Breckenridge
Website: Ullr Fest
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This annual week-long celebration of Ullr (pronounced Ooh-ler), the mythical Norse god of snow, brings to Breckenridge a legendary Main Street parade along with live entertainment, the Ullr Dating Game, a Nordic party, Ullympics and a family ice skating party. It’s a week long zany celebration for the whole family unlike any other festival anywhere on Earth!
Schedule:
Monday, Jan. 7 – Family Night (3:30 - 5:30pm)
Bring the kids for Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, indoor activities and a family-friendly bonfire at the Gold Run Nordic Center on Tiger Road. FREE
Tuesday, Jan. 8 – Ullympics (6 - 8pm)
Partake in wild events such as the frying pan toss, group ski racing and ski boot relay. FREE Click here for more information and for team registration.
Wednesday, Jan. 9 – Ullr Dating Game (7pm)
Join local radio station KSMT and all the singles in town for Breckenridge’s 21+ version of the Dating Game at Cecilias. FREE
Thursday, Jan. 10 – Ullr Fest parade and town bonfire (Parade starts at 4:30pm, Bonfire 5-7pm, and Fireworks at 7pm) (longest shot ski at 4:30pm)
Before the parade take part in the guinness book of world records attempt for the longest "shot ski". Over 150 shots provided by the Breckenridge Distillery. Show up to their tasting room at 3:30pm to participate. (must be 21 or older)
Friday, Jan. 11 – Comedy night
Comedy Works comics descend on Breckenridge for a night of big laughs at Beaver Run Resort.
Saturday, Jan. 12 – Ullr Classic, Pond Hockey Tournament
9am - 4pm
Take part in the inaugural Ullr Classic at the Gold Run Nordic Center.
Saturday, Jan. 12 – Ullr Fashion Show (8pm)
Close out the week with a Viking-themed costume contest at the Park Avenue Pub with Hennessy drink specials, music and tons of giveaways and prizes.