Copper Country, Sept. 2-4: One Last Hurrah for Copper's Summer Season
Copper Mountain couldn’t let the summer end without a bang and this weekend welcomes the return of the anticipated Labor Day festival, Copper Country. The Grammy-packed lineup will draw locals, visitors and homeowners alike, making the Village at Copper the Labor Day gathering place of Summit County. Get your fill of free outdoor live music, dozens of kid’s activities, artist exhibits and more at Copper Country.
September 1, 2011
ONE LAST HURRAH FOR COPPER’S SUMMER SEASON: COPPER COUNTRY, SEPT 2 - 4
Grammy-winning Musicians • Copper Country Arts Festival • Kid’s Corral
Copper Mountain, CO…September 1, 2011...The changing of the seasons is always a bittersweet time for us Coloradoans—we mournfully pack away our mountain bikes and hiking boots while eagerly anticipating the snowy season just around the corner. Copper Mountain couldn’t let the summer end without a bang and this weekend welcomes the return of the anticipated Labor Day festival, Copper Country. The Grammy-packed lineup will draw locals, visitors and homeowners alike, making the Village at Copper the Labor Day gathering place of Summit County. Get your fill of free outdoor live music, dozens of kid’s activities, artist exhibits and more at Copper Country.
TREAT YOURSELF TO SIDE STAGE SEATING & FREE BEER
There are just a few VIP tickets left for Copper Country…get up close and personal with renowned artists such as Jimmie Vaughan and Taj Mahal, as you enjoy elite side stage seating. The VIP area comes stocked with complimentary cold brews and yummy snacks. A 2-day VIP pass can be purchased for just $123.13…click here for details!
THE WEEKEND’S SCHEDULE
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Friday, September 2 |
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10 a.m. – 7 p.m. |
Fridays at Copper (FAC) Click here for more info |
Village at Copper |
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5 p.m. |
Free Boot Scoot Street Party - Randall McKinnon |
West Lake Stage |
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Dusk |
Free Outdoor Movie – Rango (PG) |
BSP Outdoor Theater |
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Saturday, September 3 |
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6:30 – 8:30 a.m. |
Copper Mtn Fire Dept Pancake Breakfast |
Jack’s Slopeside Grill |
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Noon |
Desciples |
Burning Stones Plaza Main Stage |
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1 p.m. |
The Long Players w/ Bill Lloyd |
Burning Stones Plaza Main Stage |
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2 p.m. |
North Mississippi Duo |
Burning Stones Plaza Main Stage |
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3:20 p.m. |
Tim O’Brien |
Burning Stones Plaza Main Stage |
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4:45 p.m. |
Taj Mahal Trio |
Burning Stones Plaza Main Stage |
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6 p.m. |
Colorado State Final - Texaco Country Showdown |
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All Day |
Copper Kid’s Corral - Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Mechanical Bull, Wow Bubbles |
Village at Copper |
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All Day |
Copper Country Arts Festival |
Village at Copper |
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Sunday, September 4 |
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Noon |
Winfield’s Locket |
Burning Stones Plaza Main Stage |
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12:55 p.m. |
The Long Players |
Burning Stones Plaza Main Stage |
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1:55 p.m. |
Great American Taxi |
Burning Stones Plaza Main Stage |
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3:15 p.m. |
Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder |
Burning Stones Plaza Main Stage |
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4:40 p.m. |
Jimmie Vaughan |
Burning Stones Plaza Main Stage |
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All Day |
Copper Kid’s Corral - Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Mechanical Bull, Wow Bubbles |
Village at Copper |
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All Day |
Copper Country Arts Festival |
Village at Copper |
MAKE IT A WEEKEND
Labor Day weekend marks the last few days that Copper’s summer activities will be open. When you’re not jamming in Burning Stones Plaza, check out the climbing wall, go-karts track, bumper boats and more. Free chairlift rides will be available all weekend—simply spend $10 anywhere in the Village and bring your receipt to Guest Services to redeem your lift ticket. Click here for more info. With so much to do at Copper Mountain this weekend, you’ll need the whole weekend to pack in the fun. Call 888.219.2441 for lodging rates.
All events are subject to change
and are weather dependent.
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About Copper
Copper
gives guests the freedom to define their own vacation experience. Easy
access to several 14,000 ft. peaks, hundreds of miles of Colorado Scenic
Byways, an 18-hole championship golf course and long stretches of celebrated
fishing waters make Copper a premier summer destination. That access,
combined with an intimate resort village that produces world-class events and
entertainment, is especially appealing to hikers, road bikers, runners, anglers
and others seeking personal growth and wellness through their mountain
experience. To see more, visit www.coppercolorado.com.
Woodward at Copper – make sure to check out one of the greatest indoor/outdoor ski and snowboard camps on the planet, by visiting www.woodwardatcopper.com.
David Roth, Copper PR
Office: 970.968.2318 ext. 38827
Mobile: 970.389.6460
Email: DRoth@CopperColorado.com