Escape the Heat & Fourth of July Crowds at Brundage Mountain
Brundage Mountain Resort is extending its hours and hosting fun, free events for the Fourth of July holiday, allowing holiday travelers to escape the valley heat and the crowds in McCall.
Brundage Mountain will be open every day from Wednesday, June 26 through Sunday, July 7, 2024. Summer season highlights include scenic chairlift rides, hiking trails, a NEW nine-hole disc golf course and slope-side dining at Smoky’s Bar & Grill, along with cross-country and lift-served mountain biking on 30+ miles of trails in the Brundage Bike Park.
The independently owned resort is hosting a fun run and free music festival on Thursday, July 4, then kicking off its TGIF summer concert series on Friday, July 5. The resort is also providing free live music on the patio at Smoky’s Bar & Grill on Saturday afternoons.
“The first week of July always brings tons of people to the McCall area and Payette Lake,” says
Brundage Mountain General Manager, Ken Rider. “Brundage offers fun options for those looking to explore the mountains on foot or bike and for anyone who likes to relax and enjoy live music outdoors. Our higher elevation gives us cooler temperatures, so folks can come up and do something active without overheating too much.”
The Bluebird Express runs from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm on operating days. Smoky’s Bar & Grill is open from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm with expanded hours on Fridays and Saturdays (until 8:00 pm) and for Sunday brunch (open at 10:00 am). Summer Activities
2024 Fourth of July Music Fest & Fun Run:
The Fourth of July brings all-day family fun to Brundage Mountain, starting with the popular Cat Track 5k/10k running events, which are followed by an all-day concert on the plaza stage.
Admission is FREE and the terraced lawn is a great place to spread out a blanket and enjoy the day away from the downtown crowds. This year’s musical lineup includes Andy Crosby, the Dusty Huckleberries and Bread & Circus. The Music Fest runs from 10:15 am – 5:30 pm. Fourth of July Music Fest
2024 Weekly Events:
TGIF Concert Series
Brundage Mountain’s popular TGIF Concert Series returns on Friday, July 5. Weekly outdoor concerts take place from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm and feature a variety of musical acts and styles. Several food options are available in the concert venue and at Smoky’s Bar & Grill, which is open late on concert Fridays. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome in designated dog-friendly zones. TGIF Lineup
Saturday Sounds at Smoky’s Bar & Grill
Lovers of live music can now mark their calendars for a second weekend visit to Brundage Mountain. Smoky’s Bar & Grill will host live acoustic sets every Saturday afternoon from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Summer Events Calendar
Yoga on the Mountain Expands to Two Days a Week
Brundage Mountain is offering more flexibility for yoga fans looking to find their center in a beautiful outdoor setting. Yoga on the Mountain is expanding to two days a week. The free outdoor practices will be offered Wednesdays from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm and Saturdays from noon to 1:00 pm. Summer Events Calendar
Sunday Brunch Returns to Smoky’s Bar & Grill
Back by popular demand, the Brundage culinary team will roll out its classic brunch buffet Sundays from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. The satisfying spread will include fresh fruit and sweet treats like Idaho huckleberry French toast, along with several hearty dishes on the savory side. The buffet style and separate pricing for kids 12 & under makes this a great option for families, while Mimosas and Smoky’s signature Bloody Marys add to the appeal for adults. Summer Dining
New Mountain Biking Clinics + Private Lessons
The Brundage Sports School’s team of certified mountain bike instructors is offering two ways for aspiring mountain bikers to boost their skills this summer. Traditional two-hour lessons are offered daily at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Private groups can include up to five guests and package pricing is available. Reservations are recommended. MTB Lessons
Brundage Mountain wants to remind 2024/25 Winter Season passholders that their season pass includes FREE Scenic Chairlift rides AND a FREE Summer Bike Park season pass at no extra charge.
