Activities to Engage in at Breckenridge on Wet, Indoor Days
Rainy days in Breckinridge don't have to dampen your spirits! Here's our fantastic collection of indoor activities that'll keep the fun going even when the clouds come out.
Savor the Local Flavors
Breckenridge brews and distills some tasty brews, wines, and spirits. Head to Breckenridge Brewery, Broken Compass, Continental Divide, or Carboy Winery for an unforgettable taste. Après on Main Street offers board games and diverse drink options. For a tipple with a view, Breckenridge Distillery is the highest distillery on the planet, featuring both food and drinks. They even offer tours of their production outside town, or a tasting room on Main Street.
Come Together in an Escape Room
Test your puzzle-solving skills and teamwork at one of Breckinridge's escape rooms, like Mountain Time Escape Rooms or Escape Room Breckenridge. Each room offers a unique challenge and is specifically tailored for private experiences, ensuring no strangers join your team.
Step into Mining History
While mainly outdoors, Country Boy Mine has an indoor component to their mining tour, dropping you 1000 feet into one of Colorado's most famous mines. Perfect for families and mining enthusiasts, this tour includes free gold panning where you can keep your findings.
Get Your Skates On
Ice skate year-round at the Stephen C. West Ice arena, conveniently located near downtown Breckinridge. Check out their website for open skate hours, to make reservations, and to find out about other activities like ice skating lessons, drop-in curling, and disco skate nights.
Get Creative
The Breckenridge Creative Arts and Breck Create offer various crafting classes throughout the year. With classes in beginner oil painting, crochet, wire-wrapped jewelry, and more, there's something for everyone. Check out their schedule and prices here!
Get Your Cook On
Take a cooking class at Colorado Mountain College (CMC). With no experience or college enrollment required, you can embark on culinary journeys to places like Brazil, Italy, Morocco, and more. Follow the link to CMC above to see their current schedule of events.
Play Date!
Stop by Peak A Boo Toys for games, puzzles, and more to enjoy a game night at your rental or hotel. Or, unwind with a serious puzzle of Breckenridge mountain. For games outside of the house, visit Downstairs at Eric's, an awesome arcade for all ages.
Indulge in Self-Care
Have a relaxing day with a massage at Breckenridge Mountain Massage, a facial at Blue Sage Spa, a manicure at Love and Lacquers, and a haircut at Breckenridge Chopping Block. There are so many wonderful small businesses in town to help you relax and unwind.
Swim in Style
The Breckenridge Recreation Center is an 88,000 square foot facility that offers swimming opportunities for all ages. With two pools, a two-story slide, a small lazy river, a basketball hoop, and a mini vortex pool, there's endless fun to be had. If you're looking for exercise, the center offers a fantastic gym facility with a running track, climbing wall, racquetball courts, fitness classes, cardio equipment, and a weight room.
Catch a Show
Newly renovated in 2015, The Eclipse Speakeasy Movie Theater offers first-run Blockbusters, as well as classic, art house, and independent films. For other shows, check out Breckenridge Backstage Theater and Riverwalk Center.
Try Your Hand at Axe Throwing
Mountain Axe on Main Street offers axe throwing, an exhilarating experience where you'll learn to throw an axe safely and enjoy an "AXEtreme adventure."
Step Back in Time
Explore Breckenridge's history at museums like the Edwin Carter Museum, Barney Ford Museum, and the Breckenridge Welcome Center Museum. For children, there's the Mountain Top Children's Museum on Park Ave.
Embrace the Rain!
Breckenridge offers plenty to do indoors when the weather isn't cooperating. But don't forget our list of the best summer and winter activities if the sun decides to make an appearance! Use your downtime to find your next hike near Breckenridge!
- After a day of exploring the local breweries and distilleries, consider trying a new cooking class at Colorado Mountain College to learn culinary techniques from around the world.
- If you're a fan of adventure and puzzles, test your skills at Mountain Axe, where you can fling an axe safely and enjoy an exciting axe-throwing experience.
- One can also indulge in self-care by visiting Breckenridge Mountain Massage, Blue Sage Spa, Love and Lacquers, or Breckenridge Chopping Block for various pampering services designed to help you unwind.
- For history enthusiasts, check out the Edwin Carter Museum, Barney Ford Museum, Breckenridge Welcome Center Museum, or the Mountain Top Children's Museum to learn about the town's rich past.
- In addition to indoor activities, don't forget to plan for outdoor adventures such as hiking, when the weather permits, by exploring the hiking trails near Breckenridge. Remember to consult our list of activities for summer and winter in Breckenridge for further inspiration.
