2023 Ullr Fest

Ever wonder how Ullr Fest got its start here in Breckenridge? Take a look at Ullr Fest through the ages to help you get ready for this year’s festivities! From the right regalia to the the perfect float, knowing a little about what’s been done (and what went wrong) can help make sure you are on point!

This year, Breckenridge History offered a one-night only exclusive Ullr Eve Tour! Guests learned about the debauchery that ended the first Ullr Dag festivals, the rebirth of Ullr, tales of bonfire mayhem, naughty floats from past Ullr Fests, and more from an Ullr Queen! BH Interpreter Leigh Girvin dressed in Ullr Fest regalia to share stories of the early Ullr Dag and Ullr Festivals. Check out Elaine Collins’ photos of this year’s tour, and check back next year to get your spot!

The History of Ullr Fest

Are you ready to become an Ullr expert? Read up on the origins of Ullr Fest and the first celebration. And find out just what happened to UllrDag!

Breckenridge’s first winter carnival, Ullr Dag, had a tall order to fill: make Breckenridge stand out from other ski resorts in Colorado.
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Breckenridge’s Ullr Dag festival was dedicated to the proposition that all are entitled to a weekend of merry-making.
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Jon Ballard, Larry Raff as Ullr, and Betty Jo Ballard
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From the Archives

Can’t get enough Ullr? Check out the Breckenridge History Archives for photos, oral histories from past revelers, and see several of the Ullr Fest posters from prior years!

Ullr in the Archives

2023 festivities

See how the fun unfolded this year through the Breckenridge Tourism Office!

The Ullr Fest Parade is a can't miss event for anyone trying to get on the god of snow's good side. Courtesy Breckenridge Tourism Office