Summer in the Rockies is calling, and Keystone Resort is ready to answer in a big way. If you’ve been daydreaming about crisp mountain air, adrenaline-fueled downhill biking, and the aroma of sizzling bacon drifting through the village, your wait is almost over.
While the live music vibes technically get a head start with the Keystone Concert Series kickoff on Friday, June 19, the real floodgates of summer open just a few days later. Mark your calendars: June 25 marks the official Summer Big Opening Weekend at Keystone!
Whether you are an avid mountain biker, a dedicated foodie, or just looking for the perfect weekend escape, here is a breakdown of everything waiting for you at Keystone's massive opening weekend.
Thursday, June 25: The Dirt & The Deck
Keystone Bike Park Opening Day: Dust off your helmet and tune up your suspension—the Keystone Bike Park officially opens for the season!
Known as a downhiller’s dream, Keystone features professionally maintained, progression-focused terrain that caters to every skill level. Lifts spin from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Thursday through Monday, so you can pack in maximum trail time. The Return of Summer Afternoon Club (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM): After a day on the trails, head up the mountain.
Back by popular demand, the Summer Afternoon Club kicks off with FREE scenic gondola rides up to the top of Dercum Mountain. Up at the summit, you can enjoy lawn games, food, drinks, and high-energy Grateful Dead/Americana covers from local favorites The Sunday Bankers .
Friday, June 26: Rock the River Run Plaza
Keystone Concert Series Featuring Tiny Pockets (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM): The weekend momentum keeps building down in River Run Village.
Grab a cold drink and head over to the Events Plaza Stage for a FREE live performance by Tiny Pockets . Known for their infectious energy and a massive variety of covers, they are guaranteed to get the crowd dancing and singing along to kick off Friday night.
Saturday, June 27 – Sunday, June 28: The Main Event
The Keystone Bacon & Bourbon Festival: What better way to reward yourself after a week on the mountain than with a plate of sizzling bacon and a smooth glass of bourbon?
Returning to River Run Village and kicking off summer festival season at Keystone, this ultimate foodie celebration lets you stroll through the village to sample incredible bacon-infused dishes from local chefs, take part in the VIP Bourbon Tour tasting, and listen to free live music rocking across multiple stages. Fun for the Whole Family: The festival is entirely family-friendly! Little ones will love Camp Bacon, featuring pig-themed crafts, a festival-wide scavenger hunt, face painting, and the Cave of Confusion. Don't miss the perfect family photo with the free photo booth!
Lock In Your Perfect Festival Basecamp
With the bike park opening, mountaintop happy hours, free village concerts, and a massive food festival overlapping, this is historically one of the busiest and most popular weekends of the summer in Summit County. Accommodations fill up incredibly fast!
Staying steps away from the action means no worrying about parking or driving home after a bourbon tasting. From cozy studio condos to spacious multi-bedroom mountain rentals right in River Run Village, you can find the perfect home base to crash after a long day of outdoor adventure and festival fun.
Ready to jumpstart your summer? Check out the full event details on the SummitCove Events and Festivals Calendar, grab your festival tickets, and book your lodging today!
