FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I buy tickets to the Vail Dance Festival?

ONLINE at vaildance.org

BY PHONE at 970.845.TIXS (8497)

IN-PERSON at one of our box office locations: Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail or Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek

Where do the performances take place?

Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater (The Amp)

503 S Frontage Road East, Vail, CO 81657

The Amp in Vail is operated by the nonprofit Vail Valley Foundation and is a spectacular outdoor venue that seats 1,265 guests in covered pavilion seating and an additional 1,235 on its expansive grassy hillside with a breathtaking view of the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

Seating: Covered pavilion seating is reserved. General Admission lawn seating is available on a first come, first served basis. Legless chairs are permitted on the lawn. The Amp provides reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities, including those with limited mobility.

Parking: The closest free parking is at the Vail Village parking structure. Limited paid parking is available at the Ford Park parking lot on a first come, first served basis.

Getting to The Amp: Walking - From the Vail Village parking structure, exit to the east, then walk northeast down the S Frontage Road E sidewalk toward the softball fields until you see the paved walkway into the park on your right. Follow the path down to The Amp. Shuttle - A complimentary express shuttle to Ford Park is also available from the top levels of both Town of Vail parking structures during the Festival.

Venue Policies: Visit grfavail.com/policies

Vilar Performing Arts Center (VPAC)

68 Avondale Lane, Beaver Creek, CO 81620

The VPAC in Beaver Creek is a 530-seat theater that is operated by the nonprofit Vail Valley Foundation and presents a variety of year-round performances including concerts, Broadway, family entertainment, comedy, classical, dance, film and more. The facility features breathtaking architectural design with the highest quality finish work and acoustics available.

Parking: Summer parking is FREE in Beaver Creek on a first come, first served basis. The Villa Montane lot is directly across from the

VPAC on Avondale Lane and the Ford Hall lot is located just north of the venue on Village Road.

Getting to the VPAC: Beaver Creek Shuttle from lower lots - Park, walk or ECO bus to the lower Beaver Creek Village lots (Elk and Bear) and hop on the complimentary transportation Beaver Creek Village shuttle. Staying in Beaver Creek? Try the Dial-A-Ride Shuttle Service, a complimentary door-to-door, shared ride transportation within the Beaver Creek and Bachelor Gulch villages. Guests may ask their concierge to arrange transportation anywhere within the resort or download the Village Connect app.

Venue Policies: Visit vilarpac.org/venue-policies

Avon Performance Pavilion at Nottingham Park

1 Lake Street, Avon, CO 81620

Located in Avon, the Performance Pavilion at Nottingham Park is a year-round cultural and entertainment venue for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, theater performances, educational events, and more.

Seating: Open-air seating is available on an expansive grass-covered lawn and is perfect for audiences of all ages. Limited bleacher seating is provided, however attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, umbrellas, and picnics to make the experience even better! Festival performances will take place rain or shine.

Parking & Restrooms: Public restrooms are located adjacent to the venue in Nottingham Park. Nearby free parking is available.

What should I wear?

Audiences wear anything from mountain casual to semi-formal. It’s totally up to you! Keep in mind that summertime in Vail is beautiful, but it does cool off quickly once the sun goes down. We recommend bringing layers and even a blanket for cooler evenings. Festival performances will take place rain or shine.

QUESTIONS? Visit vaildance.org or contact us at info@vvf.org or 970.777.2015.

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Encore Club Pass // ����

• One (1) lawn ticket to each performance at The Amp; nine (9) shows total

• Ability to upgrade to reserved pavilion seating for $25 to select performances (based on availability)

• Three (3) vouchers for discounted guest lawn tickets

• Pass is NOT valid for performances at the VPAC

• Over $50 in savings

Pay Your Age

• Receive the best available seats at a big discount. 18-30 year-olds are invited to ‘Pay Your Age’ for reserved seating at select performances.

• Limited availability

• Pay Your Age tickets must be purchased at The Amp or VPAC Box Office with valid proof of age ID.

• Pay Your Age promotion does not include International Evenings of Dance I, II and III, and Dance for $20.23

PICK � // ��� Off

Pick 2 out of the 3 performances below and and enjoy 20% off the best available seating.

• 7/29 Martha Graham Dance Company

• 7/30 UpClose | Mr. B: George Balanchine’s 20th Century

• 7/31 L.A. Dance Project

Student & Faculty

Lawn Tickets // ���

• Students and Faculty may purchase discounted lawn tickets to performances at The Amp.

• Excludes Dance for $20.23 and performances at the VPAC

Free Lawn Admission for Children

• Children 12 and under receive free lawn admission at The Amp with the purchase of an adult ticket.

• Excludes performances at the VPAC

Color Key

●  PERFORMANCES

●  EDUCATIONAL EVENTS

●  DONOR EVENTS

●  EVENTS FOR CHILDREN

Location Key

AVON: Avon Performance

Pavilion at Nottingham Park

B&G: Cross streets of Bridge and Gore

BFPP: Borgen Family

Patrons Plaza at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater

AMP: Gerald R. Ford

Amphitheater

LR: Larkspur Restaurant

MG: May Gallery Patrons

Lounge at the Vilar Performing Arts Center

MVL: Manor Vail Lodge

Piney Ballroom

SC: Social Courtyard at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater

SP: Solaris Plaza

VMS: Vail Mountain School

GPST: Golden Peak Studio Tent