Breckenridge International Festival of Arts (BIFA) invites adventurers of all kinds to escape the everyday and experience mountain culture through the eyes of artists. Breckenridge’s stunning open spaces and charming historic Arts District come alive with large-scale immersive art, performances that surprise and delight, and hands-on activities to stir your imagination.
BIFA is a vibrant blend of music, dance, theatre, visual art, and family fun — all celebrating the remarkable ways people and nature are interconnected. Listen to the scientific sounds of the forest in Bill Orisich’s root notes. Pause to marvel at SPARK’s magical light, inspired by fireflies and stars. Feel the joy and resilience of Black music and movement in Minty Fresh Circus. Whether underground, high in the sky, or hiding in plain sight, this year’s program reveals the deep and subtle ties of our shared humanity and experience in the natural world.
Event Highlights:
- SPARK: Daan Roosegaarde – Biodegradable Light Show
- An Evening with Kishi Bashi
- Minty Fresh Circus
- Concrete Jams ft. 2MX2 Skateboarding + Music
- The Great Divide Musical
- Breckenridge Rewind Film Series
- Crafting Classes + Workshops
- Tree-O, Airstage + Trail Mix Live Music
- Yoga on the Lawn
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Spark: Daan Roosegaarde
Inspired by fireflies, stars, and the desire to reinvent traditional fireworks, SPARK is a poetic display of thousands of biodegradable light sparks gracefully floating through the air. SPARK reimagines traditional celebrations by replacing polluting fireworks with a sustainable alternative. Using design and technology, it features thousands of biodegradable light sparks, silently carried by the wind to inspire reflection and wonder.
SPARK invites people to connect with nature and each other. Soaring to heights up to 100 feet, locals and visitors alike will be immersed and enveloped in a magical cloud of floating sparks. Performances last for several hours, thus allowing people to slow down, linger, stretch out on blankets and pillows and be fully engaged in this sensational experience. Concessions will be available for purchase at the Riverwalk Center during SPARK.
- To ensure the best experience for both artists and audiences, free timed-entry reservations will be required to view SPARK.
Parking & Transportation
Getting to and around Breckenridge is easy and convenient, due to free transportation options and our easily walkable town. Learn how to go car-free during your trip.
