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Dillon and Silverthorne are adjacent towns in Northwestern Colorado. They offer outdoor activities in the Rocky Mountains, along with a thriving arts and shopping scene.
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Lake Dillon Theatre Company
The Silverthorne Performing Arts Center is a contemporary venue for creative and performing arts. Home to the Lake Dillon Theatre Company, the center features three performance spaces, including two intimate “black box” theatres, two theatre classrooms, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, art exhibition areas, a full bar, and a kitchen. It’s open year-round and offers rotating exhibits.
Along Lake Dillon, the outdoor venue offers rock, jazz, folk and orchestral offerings throughout the summer.
Lake Dillon
The Dillon reservoir supplies water for the City of Denver. It’s owned and operated by Denver Water, which is Colorado’s largest public water company. The U.S. Forest Service manages the surrounding campgrounds, which reside within the White River National Forest. Water sports are the main draw of Lake Dillon.
Summit County's only food hall. Restaurants inside Bluebird Market include Summit Scoops Ice Cream, The Mighty Bar, Baja Chimayo, Colorado Marketplace & Bakery, Hook & Harvest, The Mighty Burger, Crepes A La Cart, Nomad Coffee House, Lazo Empanadas, Melody's Trattoria and Lucky Bird Chicken.
The Historic Mint
Grill your own steaks and choose your sides and salads. Established in 1862, it is one of Colorado's oldest restaurants.
Italian
Breakfast and lunch spot.
Save 30-70% in name-brand stores such as Williams-Sonoma, Polo Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Under Armour, GAP, Coach, Banana Republic, J Crew, Levi's and more.
Many Colorado products, including produce, artisan goods and crafts.
Dillon and Silverthorne are located on I-70 (exit 205), which is generally open year-round. The nearest major airport is at Denver.
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