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August 23, 2008 — The LA Allstars will headline Beaver Creek’s 11th annual Oktoberfest celebration, Aug. 30-31. In addition, the event includes a much-anticipated dose of authentic oom-pah-pah, while outdoor enthusiasts can participate in the second annual Oktoberfest Shuffle.
Bavarians and Bavarians-at-heart – of all ages – should don their Oktoberfest finest to compete in the annual Bavarian costume and Alpenhorn contests. Authentic Oktoberfest cuisine, unbeatable brews, a live auction featuring a trip to Beaver Creek’s sister resort Lech Zurs, Austria, and kid’s activities round out this festive, late summer excuse to unwind in the Rocky Mountains.
Get your shuffle on at the second annual Beaver Creek Oktoberfest Shuffle, presented by the Beaver Creek Resort Company, on Saturday, Aug. 30. Join friends and family for a scenic “hike or hustle” on Beaver Creek Mountain. Proceeds benefit the Vail Breast Cancer Awareness Group, which provides “A Day to Play” program for women in Eagle County who are diagnosed with breast cancer.
The group also supports educational programs and has funded Jack’s place as well as the Sonnenalp Breast Diagnostic Imaging Center within the Shaw Regional Cancer Center.
The Oktoberfest Shuffle will kick-off the festivities at Beaver Creek’s annual Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday with a non-competitive 5K and 10K walk, Nordic walk, hike, or run along picturesque trails throughout the resort.
The Shuffle begins at 10 a.m. in Beaver Creek Village. Day-of registration takes place from 8:30 – 9:45 a.m. on Beaver Creek Plaza next to the ice skating rink; cost is $25 for cancer survivors, $30 per person, and $45 for families including up to five people (kids ages 12 and under are free).
Advance registration is available for $20 for cancer survivors; $25 per person, and $40 for families including up to five people until Aug. 29 at www.active.com or at the Beaver Creek Hiking Center, Roxy stores in Vail and Beaver Creek, or Dogma Athletica in Edwards. Kids ages 12 and under are free.
All participants receive a complimentary beer/beverage and a bratwurst, as well as giveaways. The event also includes a live auction, taking place at 4pm on Beaver Creek Plaza, for a trip for two to Beaver Creek’s sister resort Lech, Austria.
For information contact the Beaver Creek Hiking Center at 970-754-5373 or visit www.beavercreek.com.
Vail Beaver Creek Resort Properties is offering special Oktoberfest rates throughout the event weekend. Oktoberfest revelers can stay and play from $152 per night for a two-bedroom condominium in Avon (including Chapel Square and the Lodge at Brookside), and from $161 per night for a two-bedroom condominium in Arrowhead.
Discounts of up to 15 percent are available at other properties, as well. To reserve a special Oktoberfest discounted rate, call 1-800-859-8242 and ask for the “FESTIVE” special.
Admission to the Oktoberfest outdoor celebration is free. Free parking is available in the village parking garages or in the Bear Lot along Highway 6 in Avon. Complimentary shuttles will transport guests to and from the lot and the village. For more information on Beaver Creek Oktoberfest, visit www.beavercreek.com or call (970) 845-9090.
Schedule of events
Saturday, Aug. 30
8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. -- Oktoberfest Shuffle on-site registration in Beaver Creek Village next to the fountain.
10 a.m. -- Oktoberfest Shuffle starts in Beaver Creek Village: The second annual Oktoberfest Shuffle is a summer compliment to the annual Snowshoe Shuffle held every March in Beaver Creek. Participants can walk, Nordic walk, hike, or run over either a 5km or 10km course highlighting the trails of Beaver Creek Mountain. All proceeds benefit the Vail Breast Cancer Awareness Group.
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. -- Food booths and beer garden on Beaver Creek Plaza. Indulge in a variety of Bavarian-style cuisine prepared by local restaurants including Alpenrose, Beaver Creek Chophouse, Blue Moose, Coyote Café, Dusty Boot Saloon, Rimini, Saddleridge, the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa, and guest Austrian chef, Didi Mader. Food and beverages available for purchase.
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. -- Complimentary live music on the outdoor plaza:
11:00 am - 12:15 pm – Trachtenkappelle from Lech Zurs, Austria
12:30 - 1:30 pm -- Helmut Fricker Band
1:45 - 2:45 pm -- Trachtenkappelle
3:00 - 4:00 pm -- Helmut Fricker Band
4:30 - 6:00 pm – The LA Allstars
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. -- Complimentary kids’ activities include an interactive children’s theatre and kid’s stage, indoor Children’s Museum and outdoor Kids’ Fun Zone.
12 – 3:30 p.m. -- Complimentary culinary demonstrations at the state-of-the-art demo kitchen located on Beaver Creek Plaza. Free tips and tastings provided by top chefs from Alpenrose, Grouse Mountain Grill and Foxnut.
1:30 p.m. -- Live auction – win a trip to Beaver Creek’s sister resort, Lech Zurs, Austria. All proceeds benefit the Vail Breast Cancer Awareness Group.
Sunday, Aug. 31
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. -- Food booths and beer garden on Beaver Creek Plaza. Indulge in a variety of Bavarian-style cuisine prepared by local restaurants including Alpenrose, Beaver Creek Chophouse, Blue Moose, Coyote Café, Dusty Boot Saloon, Rimini, Saddleridge, the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa, and guest Austrian chef, Didi Mader. Food and beverages available for purchase.
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. -- Complimentary live music on the outdoor plaza:
11:00 am - 12:15 pm – Trachtenkappelle from Lech Zurs, Austria
12:30 - 1:30 pm -- Helmut Fricker Band
1:45 - 2:45 pm -- Trachtenkappelle
3:00 - 4:00 pm -- Helmut Fricker Band
4:30 - 6:00 pm – The LA Allstars
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. -- Complimentary kids’ activities include an interactive children’s theatre and kid’s stage, indoor Children’s Museum and outdoor Kids’ Fun Zone.
12 – 3:30 p.m. -- Complimentary culinary demonstrations at the state-of-the-art demo kitchen located on Beaver Creek Plaza. Free tips and tastings provided by top chefs from Golden Eagle, Zacca Za!, and personal chef Geordy Ogden.
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