Steamboat Events and Activities for the Week of Oct. 29-Nov. 4, 2010

The frost is definitely on the pumpkin, hay is in the barn, ghouls and goblins are making appearances around town and autumn is in full swing here in Steamboat! With falling leaves comes falling snow and that makes for some pretty happy folks these days.

With that being said, check out my top picks for some happy, upbeat, ghoulishly fun activities happening around Steamboat Springs this week. See our lodging deals!

Friday, October 29

• Steamboat Mountain Film Festival: Matchstick Productions features Ski Movie "The Way I See It" and "The Storming" by Standard Film Productions. Come see some of the biggest names and personalities in the industry through the screening of these two fine films. Sheraton Steamboat Resort, 7 pm.

Saturday, October 30

• Halloween Costume Party Featuring Nothing To Fear: Dance the night away to a local rock back and win that long sought after award for Best Costume. Sweetwater Grill, 6:30 pm.

Sunday, October 31

• Halloween Stroll-Downtown Steamboat: Join in on all the fun and excitement in this annual family tradition as trick or treaters stroll from shop to shop collecting goodies. 5 to 7 pm.

Tuesday, November 2

• Advanced Pottery Wheel Class: Come throw a pot and hone your skills with Julie Anderson in a six week class. Includes five day passes to the pottery studio. For more information call 970-870-0384. Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym, 6 to 9 pm.

Thursday, November 4

• Gourmet Beer Tasting & Dinner: Featuring the beers of Deschutes Brewery in Oregon. Tickets for beer tasting and dinner are $40. Rex's American Grill and Bar, 6 pm.

Have you planned your trip to Steamboat? If you book by Oct. 30 you can save up to 35% off your luxury lodging and be pampered while you are here! Let our concierge help you plan the perfect activities to accompany your perfect ski vacation!

Blog post by Cindy Ridley our ResortQuest Concierge-