Sunspot Mountaintop Happy Hour
Kick back, relax, and enjoy spectacular views
Summer Mountaintop Happy hour
This summer, take a ride up the Gondola to The Lodge at Sunspot every Friday and Saturday to celebrate the day’s adventures with food and drinks. Enjoy views of the Continental Divide with a cold beer or cocktail and listen to live music from local bands. This indoor and outdoor mountain venue is the perfect place to unwind after a day of summer travel in Winter Park, Colorado.
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This summer, take a ride up the Gondola to The Lodge at Sunspot every Friday and Saturday to celebrate the day’s adventures with food and drinks. Enjoy views of the Continental Divide with a cold beer or cocktail and listen to live music from local bands. This indoor and outdoor mountain venue is the perfect place to unwind after a day of summer travel in Winter Park, Colorado.
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Summer Music Schedule
| DATE | PERFORMANCE | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| June 19 | Andy Straus and Danjo Harris | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| June 20 | Bailouts | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| June 26 | Chris Thompson Duo | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| June 27 | Tonewood | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| July 3 | Gary Key and Sam Osborne | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| July 4 | Blackdog Stringband | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| July 10 | Stillhouse Junkies | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| July 11 | Taylor Scott and Friends | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| July 17 | Rob Drabkin | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| July 18 | Kory Montgomery and Friends | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| July 24 | Dave Jordan and Cody Russell | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| July 25 | Easy Tiger | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| July 31 | The Cass Clayton Band | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| August 1 | Picking on the Dead | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| August 7 | Joe Waters | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| August 8 | Ghost Town Drifters | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| August 14 | Andy Straus and Danjo Harris | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| August 15 | Mighty Holler | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| August 21 | Jay Roemer and Jarrett Mason | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| August 22 | Fleet Call | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| August 28 | Oly and Friends (KON man) | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| August 29 | Colony Funk | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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THe ultimate warm up for happy hour, Explore all the ways you can access Mountaintop Happy Hour
A ticket is required to access The Lodge at Sunspot before the Gondola becomes free at 4pm on Fridays and Saturdays, for foot passengers only (no bikes). Add some adventure to your day with an activity listed below — all activities listed include full-day gondola access. Up for a hike? Take the Ute Trail from the base of the mountain to the top. Leave plenty of time, this trail is almost 4 miles long with 1,558 feet of elevation gain. Please pay attention to any trail signage. rich-text, responsive-table
THe ultimate warm up for happy hour, Explore all the ways you can access Mountaintop Happy Hour
A ticket is required to access The Lodge at Sunspot before the Gondola becomes free at 4pm on Fridays and Saturdays, for foot passengers only (no bikes). Add some adventure to your day with an activity listed below — all activities listed include full-day gondola access. Up for a hike? Take the Ute Trail from the base of the mountain to the top. Leave plenty of time, this trail is almost 4 miles long with 1,558 feet of elevation gain. Please pay attention to any trail signage. rich-text, responsive-table
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All Guided Hikes Include full Day Gondola Access
Guided Mountain Hikes and Happy Hour Access
Explore high-alpine trails tailored entirely to your pace, with route options ranging from rugged backcountry treks to tranquil wildflower walks. Led by expert local guides, every excursion includes full-day Scenic Gondola access so you can easily reach the summit lodge for our mountaintop happy hour after your trek wraps up. -
Scenic Gondola Day Ticket
Let our Scenic Gondola do the work, The Lodge at Sunspot offers unbeatable views of the Continental Divide but our Scenic Gondola provides an experience to those views like none other. Our Gondola ascends to nearly 11,000 ft and provides awe-inspiring views in every direction. This ride is suitable for all ages, wheelchair accessible, and dog friendly. -
Summer Activities Day Ticket and Mountaintop Access
Maximize your mountain adventure with an all-inclusive pass built for non-stop summer fun. This day ticket grants you unlimited, all-day access to the Scenic Gondola, Colorado's longest Alpine Slide, and our base-area putting course. It is the ultimate value option for families who want to play all day and stay for the sunset happy hour music sessions. -
26/27 Winter Park or Ikon Pass Holder
Your pass benefits don't stop when the winter snow melts away. Active 2026/2027 Winter Park or Ikon Pass holders unlock instant summer perks, including unlimited free Gondola rides all season long and seamless access to high-alpine hiking routes right outside the Lodge at Sunspot doors.
Mountaintop adventures await
