Keystone is the perfect place to spend your holiday, with non-stop activities on and off the slopes. Many local restaurants will feature festive holiday menus, and most village shops and dining outlets maintain regular operating hours throughout the Christmas week. You’ll be able to participate in all of our winter sports alongside classic mountain holiday events.
Festive Activities
Meet Santa: Children will have the opportunity to share their holiday wishes with Santa during Christmas week across River Run Village and Lakeside Village.
Mountaintop Snow Fort: At the top of Dercum Mountain, kids and adults can explore the World's Largest Mountaintop Snow Fort.
Check out special Snow Fort After Dark sessions featuring lights, hot drinks, and live music! Night Skiing: Extend the fun and catch night skiing under the lights on Dercum Mountain, on select days throughout the holidays.
Scenic & Dinner Sleigh Rides: Cozy up with your loved ones for a snowy horse-drawn sleigh ride through the Soda Creek Valley.
Choose a scenic sleigh ride with hot cider, or book a dinner sleigh ride taking you to an 1800s homestead for a rustic multi-course meal and live cowboy music. Ice Skating: Head over to Lakeside Village to skate across Keystone Lake, the largest Zamboni-maintained outdoor rink in North America. A secondary outdoor rink is located at Dercum Square in River Run. Bring your own skates to access the ice for free, or rent gear on-site.
Holiday Dining
Holiday Fine Dining: The historic Ski Tip Lodge and Keystone Ranch serve multi-course, fixed-price Christmas dinners in rustic, romantic settings. Advanced reservations are essential.
Lula's at Kindred Resort: Located right in the heart of the new Kindred Resort development at the base of the River Run Gondola, Lula's Restaurant offers upscale, farm-to-table mountain dining.
Named after local historical figure Lula Myers (the namesake of Keystone's famous Schoolmarm run), Lula's serves modern twists on Colorado favorites from breakfast through dinner—making it a perfect new spot for Christmas gatherings. Bighorn Bistro & Bar: Located in Lakeside Village, Bighorn Bistro offers seasonal holiday dining overlooking the ice skaters on Keystone Lake.
Snake River Saloon: Located next to Gateway Lodge in the Mountain House base area, this local legend offers delicious steak and seafood meals followed by late-night live music and dancing.
Whether you're looking for slope-side convenience for a cozy couple's retreat or a sprawling private home to host the entire extended family, here are top featured properties available through SummitCove Lodging:
Bear Tracks 18 (Private Luxury Home): The ultimate multi-family retreat. This massive 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath custom timber-and-stone home sleeps up to 16 guests and features a private hot tub, gas fire pit, three indoor fireplaces, and an 8-minute walk to the River Run Gondola.
Lone Eagle Condos (Premier Ski-In / Ski-Out): Situated directly on the slopes in River Run Village, units like Lone Eagle 3026 offer true ski-in/ski-out access.
Ideal for smaller families or couples (1- to 3-bedroom options), guests enjoy slope-side views, heated underground parking, a heated outdoor pool, and hot tubs. Settlers Creek Townhomes (Quiet Mountain Luxury): Tucked into the peaceful forest of East Keystone, these 2- to 4-bedroom townhomes feature soaring vaulted ceilings, stone gas fireplaces, and private patios.
Guests gain exclusive access to Minnie's Cabin, featuring a year-round heated pool, hot tubs, and a pool table. Springs at River Run (Family-Favorite Condos): Perfect for families with kids, offering units ranging from cozy 1-bedrooms to spacious multi-room condos right next to the River Run Gondola. Property highlights include a heated pool with a waterslide, dual hot tubs, a kids' play area, and an outdoor fire pit.
Top properties fill up fast for the holidays, so start planning your Christmas holiday vacation at Keystone today!
