Editor’s note: a band has been removed from this article since they will no longer be playing at Granby Ranch.

Despite sprinklings of snow this May, Granby Ranch is looking ahead to warm days and wildflowers.

“With scenic lift rides, thrilling bike trails, family friendly festivals and live music, Granby Ranch invites locals and visitors alike to enjoy the sunshine and experience everything the mountain has to offer,” the resort states in a news release.

Early openings

For golfers ready to get their swing in, the resort’s golf course had its earliest opening for summer on May 2.

The golf course offers scenic views of the winding Fraser River and Rocky Mountains. This 18-hole course has two front and back nines.

The resort’s Bluebird Bistro also had its earliest opening ever on May 1. It currently offers a dinner menu Thursday through Sunday from 4-9 p.m. Starting June 4, the Bistro will open for its regular summer hours, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

June 4 is official opening day, when the Quick Draw Express lift will start spinning again after its mud season hiatus. The chairlift will take guests up to the top of the East Mountain, which is a short distance from Vista Ridge. There are opportunities for hiking, downhill biking, e-biking and bike lessons for all abilities.

Summer highlights

Human Potential Running Series Trail Race: June 14

This running series will make a stop at the resort. Runners can put their endurance and willpower to the test with the ultra-distance trail race. There will be an elevation challenge, multiple lengths of races and a clinic.

KFFR Birthday Bash: June 18

Celebrate local radio station KFFR with its new broadcast tower for 89.1 FM on Granby Ranch property. This day also kicks off the Wednesday music series with the band RADO.

Rocky Mountain Music Series: July 5

The free one-day music festival is back. The Ridgeliners will take the stage, followed by Rootbeer Ritchie and the Reveille, leading up to a high-energy headliner performance by the Six Million Dollar Band. Please consider bringing a non-perishable food donation for Mountain Family Center. The next concert in the series is Aug. 9.

Big Mountain Enduro series: Aug. 7-10

The Big Mountain Enduro bike tour makes stops throughout the U.S. The tour will hold its final race of the five-part series at Granby Ranch. “This finale will feature over 300 athletes competing during two thrilling days of downhill and enduro action,” the resort states.

Labor Day Downhill 5K: Aug. 31

The downhill 5K returns at Granby Ranch the Sunday before Labor Day. There will a fast-paced foot race. After cooling off from running, stay for a Labor Day cookout and live music on the lawn.

Learn more about the upcoming summer season at GranbyRanch.com.