The West of 105 News and Events Newsletter - Escape Upate

Welcome to another West of 105 Weekender Escape Update

This week our editor is on vacation, so the (inmates are running the asylum so to speak) and staff has been given free reign to share our favorite winter events.

As winter blankets the majestic landscapes of Colorado, our quest for adventure persists! Fear not, for we've unearthed the most intriguing and lesser-known activities to keep the December doldrums at bay. Grab your woolly socks and a cup of cocoa; we're about to dive into a month of merriment and mischief!

Even Elsa would be envious of these Castles.

The enchanting Ice Castles bid farewell to Dillon and set their crystalline stage in the historic town of Cripple Creek! The magical winter spectacle, known for its towering ice spires and illuminated tunnels, is making the journey to a new destination. Nestled amid the charming streets of Cripple Creek, visitors can anticipate a fresh twist on the frozen wonderland experience.

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Blades of Glory: Unleash Your Inner Ice Ninja! ❄️⛸️

As winter graces Colorado's mountain towns, trade your snow boots for skates and twirl into the enchanting world of outdoor ice skating. Here are three frozen wonderlands that promise a skate-tastic experience

Lake City - Lake San Cristobal

• Just south of downtown Lake City, Colorado’s second largest natural lake, Lake San Cristobal, is host to ice skating that typically begins in December, depending on weather. The lake freezes over into crystal-clear ice that is incredibly smooth and ready for your skate’s blades. Eat up the ice as you race your family and enjoy your time amid the jaw-dropping mountain scenery covered in snow. 

Steamboat Springs - Howelsen Ice Arena

• Location: Howelsen Hill, Steamboat Springs' iconic winter playground, hosts the Howelsen Ice Arena. Lace-up your skates and swirl around this outdoor rink framed by the Yampa Valley's breathtaking scenery. Open to skaters of all levels, it's an ideal spot for families and friends to share the joy of gliding under the open sky.

Telluride - Reflection Plaza Ice Rink

• Location: Tucked within the stunning Mountain Village, the Reflection Plaza Ice Rink offers a magical setting for ice skating enthusiasts. Surrounded by boutique shops and alpine architecture, this rink invites you to pirouette beneath the stars. Warm up afterward with a cup of hot cocoa at one of the nearby cafes.

Whether you're a figure-skating aficionado or a novice twirler, these outdoor ice skating rinks in Colorado's mountain towns beckon with the promise of crisp mountain air and the joy of winter

The Chainsmokers go Belly Up in Aspen

Aspen's iconic Belly Up is about to turn up the heat this weekend with a scorching performance by none other than The Chainsmokers! Brace yourself for an unforgettable night of pulsating beats, electrifying energy, and chart-topping hits as this dynamic duo takes the stage.

📅 Date: December 27th

🕒 Time: 10:00PM MST

📍 Location: Belly Up Aspen, the heartbeat of Aspen's nightlife scene.

Gather your crew, dust off those dancing shoes, and immerse yourself in a musical journey that promises to elevate the weekend to legendary heights. Don't miss out on this epic event—grab your tickets, because Aspen is about to be on fire with The Chainsmokers!

West of 105 Gift Shop

We recently launched a West of 105 online store where we will be adding new things every week, but primarily T-shirts with a few calendars and some other bits and pieces. The majority of things in the store will be our own unique designs, but we are partnering with a few people from around the state to offer various products. One of our first partnerships is with landscape photographer Julien Kibler. His calendar of amazing images of Colorado is available now. Click here to see and order it. We also have a really fun calendar of “Angry Animals of Colorado,” which you can see here.  

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