01/22/2026
❄️🏔️ Ouray Ice Festival starts today! 🧗♂️🍽️
Join us January 22–25, 2026, for the 31st Annual Ouray Ice Festival—a world-class celebration of ice climbing, gear demos, fireside chats with pros, youth competitions, evening films, and epic block parties right here in the heart of the San Juans! From Thursday’s kickoff pool party and a spectacular drone show to Sunday’s award ceremony, there’s something for everyone to enjoy outdoors and indoors.
👉Please check out the full schedule of the Ouray Ice Festival and Ice Park conditions here: Ouray Ice Park
After a full day of climbing, chatting, cheering, or exploring the Vendor Village, don’t forget to refuel in downtown Ouray!
🔥 Local favorites to check out:
• Fresh breakfast or coffee to start your day at the Artisan, Cassidy's, Roosevelt's, or the Outlaw.
• Cold brews and cocktails at Cahoots, The Western, Ouray Brewery, or Mr. Grumpy Pants—great for recapping your favorite climbs or festival moments with friends.
• Treat yourself to a cozy dinner at one of the restaurants in downtown Ouray. At Brickhouse 737, we serve farm-fresh, creative cuisine, perfect for warming up and refueling after time on the ice.
• Sweet treats at Mouse’s Chocolates for a well-deserved dessert break.
• Check VisitOuray for all the food options!
Whether you’re here for the ice, the community, or the food, Ouray’s vibes are unmatched. Come for the climbs—stay for the eats!