The end of February holds a lot of fun for outdoor enthusiasts heading to mountain towns in Colorado.

Hope on the Slopes

* What: Skiers and snowboarders will compete to amass vertical feet in teams or as individuals while raising money for the American Cancer Society.

* Where: Breckenridge ski resort

* When: Feb. 28

* Info: 970-350-5017 or coloradohopeontheslopes.org

Bacchus Ball and Fat Tuesday

* What: Featuring a masquerade ball and a parade.

* Where: Downtown Breckenridge

* When: Feb. 21-24

* Info: 800-789-7669 or breckenridge.snow.com

CarniVail

* What: Including a crawfish boil, cocktail mix-off at the Tap Room, Mask-erade Party, Fat Tuesday parade and street party in the Village.

* Where: Vail Village

* When: Feb. 21-24

* Info: 877-204-7881 or vail.snow.com

Crested Butte Mardi Gras

* What: Traditional Mardi Gras celebrations throughout the ski area and village.

* Where: Crested Butte

* When: Feb. 21-24

* Info: 800-810-7669 or skicb.com

18th Annual U.S. Freeskiing Championships

* What: Crowds gather at the base of the Butte's bowls (which are often sun- drenched) and watch death- defying feats of athleticism all week long.

* Where: Crested Butte

* When: Today through Sunday

* Info: 800-272-7246 or freeskiingworldtour.com

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