The Summit Tribune

Tourism

7 articles

Panoramic view of Summit County, Colorado, featuring a lake, mountains, and a lively town street with outdoor dining, highlighting summer tourism.
Local Guides

What are Summit County's attractions and dining spots?

Summer visitor numbers in Summit County have surged over the past decade, now comprising nearly 45% of annual tourism—up from 30% twenty years ago.

Keanu Alapai·July 10, 2026
A desolate main street in a mountain town at dusk, symbolizing the economic challenges and potential service worker shortage in Summit County.
Business Spotlights

Summit County hiring market faces 2026 economic outlook challenges

A Summit County ski resort manager recently offered $25/hour for housekeepers, well above the state average, yet received zero applications.

Khalid El-Sayed·July 3, 2026
Vibrant wildflowers bloom across the scenic mountain landscape surrounding Breckenridge, Colorado, during its inaugural Wildflower Week festival.
Events

Breckenridge to Host 11-Day Wildflower Week Festival

From July 2 to July 12, 2026, Breckenridge will transform its downtown and trails with an 11-day Wildflower Week.

Sofia Velazquez·June 29, 2026
Empty storefronts and 'For Rent' signs on a street in Blue River, Colorado, symbolizing the impact of the short-term rental crisis.
Best in City

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.
Best in City

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