Tourism

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Empty storefronts and 'For Rent' signs on a street in Blue River, Colorado, symbolizing the impact of the short-term rental crisis.

Blue River halts new short-term rental licenses amid compliance crisis

Blue River, Colorado, faces a crisis: nearly 10% more short-term rentals operate than are licensed, forcing an emergency moratorium on new and lapsed permits.

Keanu Alapai·June 4, 2026

Vibrant outdoor summer festival in Summit County, Colorado, with live music, artisan crafts, families, and mountain scenery.

Events

Top 9 Summer Festivals and Events in Summit County for 2026

In 2025, the Summit County Arts Festival alone welcomed over 20,000 attendees, a 15% jump from the previous year.

Sofia Velazquez·June 3, 2026

Electric vehicle charging at a new fast-charging hub in Breckenridge, Colorado, with the Rocky Mountains visible in the background.

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Breckenridge to Open New EV Fast-Charging Hub at South Gondola Lot

Breckenridge will dramatically boost its electric vehicle charging capacity with seven new public fast chargers at the South Gondola Lot, funded by an $818,000 state grant.

Adam Jankowski·June 2, 2026

Breckenridge's main street bustling with summer tourists, showcasing the town's efforts to revitalize its tourism economy.

Real Estate

Breckenridge tourism office launches summer marketing push

Summer overnight visitation in Breckenridge plummeted by 14-15% year over year, leaving the town scrambling to fill thousands of empty rooms, according to Summitdaily .

Khalid El-Sayed·May 24, 2026