Arapahoe Basin's annual Moonlight Dinner Series highlights cuisine from mountain regions of the world. These dining experiences are held at the beautiful Black Mountain Lodge at mid-mountain, and include a four-course buffet-style dining experience and live entertainment.
Food and Beverage Director Christopher Rybak welcomes Executive Chef Steven Vlass, who brings extensive culinary experience and a passion for creativity to these unique dining events. Chef Vlass will take your palate on a journey around the world, sourcing the ingredients, spices and recipes that make for a memorable night. "These dinners are a night for everyone attending to enjoy and to be educated about global cuisine," said Chef Vlass.
General Dinner Itinerary
- 6:00 p.m.: Check-in begins in the Winter Sports Center
* The 6th Alley Bar & Grill will remain open until the lift begins turning for happy hour - 6:45-7:00 p.m.: Loading begins on the Black Mountain Express lift*
- 7:00 p.m.: Doors open at Black Mountain Lodge
- 10:00 p.m.: Dinner service ends; downloading on Black Mountain Express*
*These times are for lift-served dinners only.
Cancellation Policy
Moonlight Dinner reservations are NON-REFUNDABLE. A-Basin Moonlight Dinners will take place in any weather conditions, so please keep an eye on the forecast and plan accordingly.
New On-Sale Dates for 2018-19
Please note that we are changing the way we sell our Moonlight Dinners for the 2018-19 season. Pay attention to the on-sale dates below; all dinner sales begin at 8:00 a.m. MST.
Saturday, December 1, 2018
Randonee Dinner - Taste of Africa
ON SALE NOVEMBER 1 at 8:00 a.m.
This randonee dinner kicks off the Moonlight Dinner series with a new theme! Come experience new flavors as we explore a diverse continent rich in culture and flavor. This dinner will feature live entertainment.
Unlike other Moonlight Dinners, this is not a lift-served event; guests may skin or snowshoe up to Black Mountain Lodge at mid-mountain and ski or hike down afterward.
Cost: $85 per person plus tax
Adult (ages 13+), price includes gratuity. Cash bar.
Monday, December 31, 2018
New Year's Eve in the Mountains
ON SALE NOVEMBER 1 at 8:00 a.m.
Ring in 2019 with a special dinner by Chef Steven Vlass in a beautiful mountain setting. Celebrate New Year's Eve with New York at 10:00 p.m. with live music, a glass of champagne, party favors and a balloon drop. A New Year celebration to remember with lobster, filet mignon, and other delicious offerings.
This is a lift-served only event. Guests are not permitted to snowshoe before or after dinner. For more information please call 888-ARAPAHOE.
Cost: $125 per person plus tax
Adult (ages 13+), price includes gratuity. Cash bar.
Saturday, January 19, 2019
Taste of Italy
ON SALE DECEMBER 2 at 8:00 a.m.
Take a culinary journey through the Italian countryside at our most popular Moonlight Dinners. This event will have live music/entertainment.
This event is lift-served. Guests are also welcomed to hike or snowshoe to and from mid-mountain.
Cost: $95 per person plus tax
Adult (ages 13+), price includes gratuity. Cash bar.
Saturday, February 23, 2019
Taste of Spain
ON SALE JANUARY 20 at 8:00 a.m.
Explore the diverse influences across Spain, from the coast to the Pyrenees. This event will have live music/entertainment.
This event is lift-served. Guests are also welcomed to hike or snowshoe to and from mid-mountain.
Cost: $95 per person plus tax
Adult (ages 13+), price includes gratuity. Cash bar.
Saturday, March 23, 2019
Taste of France
ON SALE FEBRUARY 24 at 8:00 a.m.
Enjoy the deep culinary traditions of France at this popular dinner, celebrating classic techniques with our chef's personal touches. This event will have live music/entertainment.
This event is lift-served. Guests are also welcomed to hike or snowshoe to and from mid-mountain.
Cost: $95 per person plus tax
Adult (ages 13+), price includes gratuity. Cash bar.
Saturday, April 20, 2019
Randonee Dinner - Hawaiian Luau
ON SALE MARCH 24 at 8:00 a.m.
Our second randonee dinner of the season will feature foods of a classic Luau. The Hawaiian culture is filled with fascinating customs, music, legends, and - most importantly - incredible food. This dinner features live entertainment from a Hawaiian dance troupe, so you may also learn some new moves!
Unlike other Moonlight Dinners, this is not a lift-served event; guests must skin or snowshoe up to Black Mountain Lodge at mid-mountain and ski or hike down afterward in the moonlight.
Cost: $85 per person plus tax
Adult (ages 13+), price includes gratuity. Cash bar.
