Events in Aspen
Snowmass Bike Park Opening Day
Celebrate the start of lift-served riding on more than 25 miles of purpose-built freeride and technical trails that welcome beginners through double-black experts. The state’s only Gold-Level Bike Park features a mid-mountain learning center along with clinics and a bike school offered throughout the summer. Ride the new Elk Camp Six-Pack to the upper mountain for wide-open views of the Maroon Bells, then follow a continuous 3,000 vertical feet of descending back to Snowmass Base Village. First-timers can build confidence at the Meadows, a mid-mountain skills area reached by the Elk Camp Gondola, before progressing from flowing singletrack to more advanced descents.
Snowmass MallRooftop Pilates
Begin your morning with a rooftop Pilates session guided by Asspen Collective. Flow through mindful movement to lengthen, strengthen, and recenter while breathing crisp mountain air and taking in panoramic views.
MOLLIEPre-Loved Market : Shop second-hand
Explore a welcoming marketplace of pre-loved treasures where a range of vendors offer apparel, footwear, artwork, textiles, home goods, trinkets, and more. All are invited to browse and discover unique finds. The market takes place at Craft Wellness in downtown Basalt, tucked in the alley between Two Rivers Cafe and Golden Bough.
Oran Mor
Oran Mor brings a unique, relaxed and inviting sound that suits a brunch atmosphere at Heather’s. The music creates an easygoing vibe while keeping listeners engaged.
Heather's Savory Pies & Tapas BarRecovery Brunch with PopUp Bagels & Petrossian
Bring the Epicurean Passport weekend to a close with a sunny garden brunch that is both indulgent and easygoing. Not Famous But Known PopUp Bagel teams up with Petrossian Caviar for a collaborative experience in a relaxed garden setting.
Hotel Jerome, Auberge CollectionHeavy Diamond Ring
Heavy Diamond Ring appears at the Sundeck in Aspen for a ticketed event. Tickets are available for purchase.
Aspen Mountain Ski Resort SundeckUrbane Coyote
Hailing from Western Canada, Zac has spent more than twenty-five years performing as a vocalist and guitarist, appearing frequently throughout British Columbia, Colorado and Grand Cayman.
Live Music at Element 47
Element 47 hosts live acoustic music in the dining room alongside dinner service, allowing diners to enjoy a meal with a musical backdrop.
Element 47Unsubscribed Pop-Up
Room 101 at MOLLIE Aspen is transformed into a private boutique for an exclusive Unsubscribed pop-up. Explore a curated hotel room setting and discover what Unsubscribed has brought to this private boutique.
MOLLIEFitness on the Rink!
At The Collective Snowmass, Fitness on the Rink features a varied lineup of workouts that can include yoga, barre, bootcamp, kickboxing, and Pilates. Each session brings a fresh focus to help you stretch, break a sweat, build strength, and feel good. Whether you like to start gently or push for a high-energy challenge, there is a class style to match different preferences.
The Collective SnowmassCostume Design Lab | Red Brick Center for the Arts
Campers celebrate what they cherish about Aspen by creating a personalized costume that brings those feelings to life. There is an option to extend the experience by wearing the finished piece in the Mall Fest 50 Art Parade. This creative camp centers on self expression through costume design inspired by a sense of place.
Red Brick Center for the ArtsAspen Ideas: Health
Attendees will explore the important concepts influencing the direction of health, medicine, and science. Innovators in these fields will be present. The event includes interviews, panel discussions, podcast recordings, book talks, and mountain activities. These conversations will occur from June 22-25, 2026.
The Aspen Institute - Aspen Meadows CampusEl Placer de Leer con Angélica Breña
El Placer de Leer is a Spanish-language reading and discussion group that highlights literature by Hispanic and Latin American authors. Through shared reading and thoughtful dialogue, participants engage with distinctive voices, layered themes, and the cultural depth of works written in Spanish. This is a space for literary analysis rather than a language class, and attendees should feel confident reading and conversing in Spanish at an advanced level. In the 2026 sessions, the group will explore short stories and selected excerpts by modern and contemporary Latin American writers. Angélica Breña will provide the specific texts and materials ahead of each meeting. Each gathering offers a welcoming setting where participants exchange perspectives, share insights, and appreciate the many interpretations a compelling text can inspire.
Basalt Regional LibrarySeason Smart: Seasonal Cooking with A.C.E.S
Enjoy a welcoming program with the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies that brings together good food, learning, and connection. Learn the basics of regenerative agriculture and practical ways to apply these planet-friendly methods in your own garden. You will taste fresh vegetables, hear stories from the field, and take part in a hands-on activity to pickle seasonal produce to bring home. Arrive curious and depart with new knowledge and a jar of something delicious you made yourself.
Basalt Regional LibrarySylvia
A lovable stray turns a household upside down in A. R. Gurney’s quick paced comedy. When Greg brings home Sylvia after finding her in the park, his focus shifts and the balance of his marriage with Kate is tested. What follows is a lively contest of priorities that explores affection, loyalty, and the bonds that shape both relationships and companionship. Hunter Foster directs, with Jen Cody as Sylvia, Jim Stanek as Greg, Erin Dilly as Kate, and David Beach in the roles of Tom, Phyllis, and Leslie. The creative team features lighting by Wheeler Moon, sound by Jeff Sherwood, scenery by Riw Rakkulchon, costumes by Nicole V. Moody, and wigs by Jeff Knaggs. The performance runs about two hours with a fifteen minute intermission. This production is licensed through Broadway Licensing, LLC, which administers the Dramatists Play Service imprint.
Hurst TheatreSummer Camp – Street Horns Edition
The Street Horns edition of the JAS summer camp takes place at the Paul JAS Center and is tailored to students in middle and high school from the Roaring Fork Valley and surrounding areas.
Paul JAS CenterAspen Highlands History Ski Tour with...
Presented in partnership with Aspen Snowmass, this guided history ski tour pairs participants with Aspen/Snowmass Ambassador and volunteer historian Dan Sadowsky. He shares the story of Aspen Highlands, highlighting its maverick spirit, its innovations, and the qualities that make its past unique.
Aspen HighlandsAnalog Lounge
Take a break from the hustle and enjoy a more timeless pace as the cafe and wine bar transforms into an analog-inspired lounge. Crafted for a slower, classic feel, this relaxed setting offers space to unwind and savor the moment.
MOLLIE AspenAl-Anon Meeting: Aspen Family Group
Al-Anon Meeting: Aspen Family Group is a supportive gathering for relatives and friends of people affected by alcoholism or addiction.
Red Brick Center for the ArtsSnowmass Bike Park Race Series
Local and visiting riders gather to tackle a different course each week, making it easy to challenge friends. Afterward, unwind with a cold beer at Limelight Snowmass.
Snowmass MallSummer Performer: Puppet Tales
Magic Dave hosts a lively Dino Rodeo where western dinosaur cowboys keep getting distracted, turning the spectacle into a silly, magical adventure. Inspired by Dinos Love Donuts by Ben Okon, this upbeat show mixes comedy, surprises, and lots of audience participation. Perfect for children ages 3 to 11 and their families. ¡Un espectáculo dinámico y familiar, con risas, magia y participación del público, ideal para peques de 3 a 11 años!
Basalt Regional LibraryUrbane Coyote
A vocalist and guitarist from Western Canada, Zac has been performing for over twenty-five years. He has appeared extensively across British Columbia, Colorado and Grand Cayman.
Chronicles of Yarnia
Join other creators for a casual fiber arts gathering. People of all skill levels are welcome to attend this event that fosters friendship. While formal instruction isnt provided, those wanting to learn new skills can use their Pitkin County Library card to access Craftsy and explore beginner-friendly classes in knitting, crochet, and other fiber arts.
Pitkin County LibraryJAS Community Nights
Experience the next generation of jazz. There will be performances by the JAS Academy Big Band in ensembles formed by Academy participants. These emerging artists come together each summer to study with world-class musicians. This performance offers a firsthand look at their talent, creativity, and collaboration. There will be food and drink specials.
Paul JAS CenterUnearthing Hip-Hop with Mr. Kneel!
Music-loving teens can experience Mr. Kneel live at the Basalt Library. He brings his rap skills to the stage and breaks down the foundations of hip hop, tracing its journey from small groups of performers to a global phenomenon. This performance blends dynamic rap with an accessible look at the genre’s roots and growth.
Basalt Regional LibraryHeady Hooligan at Basalt Summer Concerts
Pink Fuzz headlines a live show in Basalt, preceded by an opening performance. Arrive early to catch the opener before Pink Fuzz performs.
Basalt Summer ConcertBike to Work Day
Bike to Work Day features two convenient locations for riders, with stations at Basalt River Park and at Triangle Park in Willits. Bicycle commuters can pick up complimentary snacks and breakfast items to fuel the trip to work.
Urbane Coyote
Urbane Coyote showcases a refined, contemporary sound with a distinctive edge, setting the tone for a lively night to remember.
Heather's Savory Pies & Tapas BarGrab N' Go Kit: Build a Pet Rock!
An at-home craft kit for teens offers the chance to create a personalized pet rock. Imagine a look, add decorations, and choose a name. The project emphasizes creativity with minimal maintenance, and your new companion never needs to be fed. Kits are available until supplies run out. Un kit para llevar a casa, pensado para adolescentes, con el que podrás crear una roca mascota única. Imagina su estilo, decórala y ponle un nombre. Es una actividad creativa de muy bajo mantenimiento que no necesita alimentación. Los kits estarán disponibles hasta que se terminen.
Basalt Regional LibraryChess Club
The Collective Chess Club partners with the Aspen Snowmass Chess Club to offer an inclusive chess gathering for all experience levels. Participants can enjoy friendly games, build skills, and focus on strategy on select Wednesday evenings.
The Collective SnowmassAl-Anon Meeting
A support group for families and friends of individuals affected by alcoholism or addiction. It offers a compassionate space to find understanding, encouragement, and peer support.
Red Brick Center For the ArtsJammy Buffett
Jimmy Buffett described his journeys as moving along songlines, a term rooted in an Aboriginal tradition that maps landscapes through music and storytelling. The concept points to pathways that bring together people, places, and moments.
Belly UpWild Flight
Wild Flight delivers a captivating, emotive show anchored by commanding musicianship, shaping an unforgettable evening. The performance draws listeners in with vivid expression and a sound that lingers long after the last note.
Heather's Savory Pies & Tapas BarZiggy Marley
This all ages performance features Ziggy Marley, a nine-time Grammy and Emmy winner whose career spans nearly four decades as a musician, producer, activist and humanitarian. The eldest son of Bob and Rita Marley, he has forged his own path by expanding reggae with touches of funk, blues and rock through thoughtful songwriting. His music speaks to environmental responsibility, self empowerment, social injustice and political inequity, with a consistent focus on the unifying power of love. Over the past 15 years, through his companies Tuff Gong Worldwide and Ishti Music, he has maintained control of his masters and publishing, and he supports children in Jamaica, Africa and North America through his charity URGE.
Belly UpUrbane Coyote
Hailing from Western Canada, Zac is a veteran vocalist and guitarist with more than twenty-five years of experience. This appearance highlights a career built on extensive performances across British Columbia, Colorado, and Grand Cayman, offering listeners the sound of a musician shaped by decades on stage.
Stranahan's Whiskey LodgeToast to Summer: Art & Wine Pairings
Raise a glass to the beginning of Aspen’s summer with a daily experience that pairs museum-caliber art and exceptional wine. It all begins with a welcome pour of Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine, setting a bright, celebratory tone for the art and wine pairing.
M.S. RauLara Downes
An opening program at the Aspen Ideas Festival features pianist Lara Downes, an American artist named Performance Today's Classical Woman of the Year in 2022. NBC News has highlighted her work for its hopeful spirit, and she has also been described as an explorer in the musical realm.
Paepcke AuditoriumLive Music Night
Live music by Karl Bertrand sets the tone on the rooftop terrace for a relaxing midweek break. With views of Aspen Mountain in the background, guests can unwind with a specialty cocktail.
MOLLIE Weaving RoomMall Fest 50 Art Parade Workshop #4
Aspen Public Art hosts an interactive workshop where participants can make a costume, mask, or prop for the Mall Fest 50 Art Parade. The parade theme is "What do you LOVE..." and creations made during the session can be tailored to reflect that idea.
Red Brick Center for the ArtsSnowmass Free Concerts
Low Cut Connie delivers a live show at the Snowmass Mall location in Snowmass Village. This in-person performance takes place at Snowmass Mall.
JAS Aspen Snowmass June Experience 2026
Across multiple days, Downtown Aspen comes alive with intimate sets that showcase jazz, soul, blues, and world music. Programming includes events at the Paul JAS Center, and a donor VIP component is part of the experience.
Paul JAS CenterJazz Aspen Snowmass June Experience 2026
New Orleans Suspects make their way back to Aspen as part of the 2026 Jazz Aspen June Experience. The band first came together in 2009 as a pick-up group at the Maple Leaf, and now returns to take part in the event.
Jazz At Aspen-SnowmassComedy Night in Hidalgo
Enjoy an evening filled with laughter and connection. Local and guest comedians will perform in a setting designed to be both intimate and lively. This event is for those 21 and over.
W AspenCAMP OUT at Basalt Regional Library
Settle in for an overnight campout on the lawn and spend an evening beneath the night sky. Bring your own equipment or borrow a camping kit, then pitch your tent with help from staff. Along the way, pick up basic camping know-how and take part in games and activities for all ages. Dinner is included. After a night outdoors, wake to fresh morning air and enjoy a hot breakfast of pancakes before heading home. This experience welcomes first-time campers, seasoned outdoor enthusiasts, and families eager to try something new together. Registration is required for each tent. Camping kits are limited and will be distributed in the order requested. Anyone under 18 must attend with a responsible adult.
Basalt Regional LibraryJimmie Vaughan & The Tilt-A-Whirl Band
Jimmie Vaughan & The Tilt-A-Whirl Band bring Texas blues to Wheeler Opera House. A founding member of The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Vaughan showcases his signature tone and a restrained touch in a set rooted in classic blues, swing, and the early days of rock and roll. With a tight, veteran band behind him, the performance centers on crisp guitar work, easygoing grooves, and musicianship that never goes out of style.
Wheeler Opera HouseAlly Venable
Ally Venable takes the stage at W Aspen with a fiery fusion of blues and rock, offering a modern Texas blues sound built on raw originals and searing guitar leads. Her assured vocals cut through tight, driving grooves, while bold riffs and high-energy solos keep the momentum surging. Expect a focused, hard-hitting set that gives classic blues a sharp, contemporary edge.
W AspenRodrigo Arreguín
Rodrigo Arreguín travels from the Front Range to connect with fans, bringing a lively, expressive presence to the stage. The performance delivers engaging energy and an unforgettable live music experience.
Heather's Savory Pies & Tapas BarAlly Venable
Ally Venable brings a hard-hitting mix of blues and rock, pairing searing guitar lines with assured, expressive vocals. Her set leans into a contemporary spin on Texas blues, weaving raw original songs with electrifying solos and a confident presence onstage. Listeners can look forward to muscular riffs, tight rhythms, and a lively energy that gives a classic style a modern edge.
W AspenAspen Ideas Festival
Lara Downes performs at the Aspen Ideas Festival in Aspen, with tickets available.
Aspen Ideas FestivalKarl Denson's Tiny Universe
Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe brings a deep groove and high energy to Belly Up, Aspen with a blend of funk, soul, jazz, and rock. Led by saxophonist and vocalist Karl Denson, the band is known for tight musicianship, infectious rhythms, and extended jams that keep the crowd moving. Bold horns and driving beats power a dance-forward set rooted in classic funk with a modern edge. This appearance is the second performance as part of the JAS June Experience.
Belly UpDiego Figueiredo
Enjoy a live concert with Chiara Izzi at Jazz At Aspen-Snowmass in Aspen.
Hotel JeromeJimmie Vaughan and more
Hear Jimmie Vaughan, a guiding force in contemporary blues who keeps the music grounded in its roots. This event highlights his lifelong dedication to the tradition and to honoring the history that shapes the blues.
Wheeler Opera HouseLuca Stricagnoli
Bad Harriet hosts acoustic guitarist Luca Stricagnoli, born and raised in Italy. Recognized for his unique style and innovative playing techniques, he presents an original approach to music that takes center stage.
Bad HarrietExplore Books 150ish Book Club: Notes From Underground
An easygoing book club meets at Explore Books and Coffee to discuss Notes From Underground. The focus is on short-form literary fiction and open conversation in a friendly setting.
Explore Books and CoffeeJAS Aspen June Experience 2026
Texas-born Ally pairs blues-driven rock guitar playing that is beyond her years with a powerful, soulful voice.
W AspenKarl Denson's Tiny Universe
Presented by the JAS Aspen Snowmass June Experience, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe performs an early show at Belly Up Aspen.
Belly UpThe Robert Cray Band
Led by Robert Cray, the band brings a soulful mix of blues, rhythm and blues, and rock, highlighted by crisp guitar lines, emotive singing, and carefully crafted songs. Expect a sleek, groove rich performance that honors traditional blues while maintaining a modern feel.
Wheeler Opera HouseVincen Garcia
Vincen García leads with a distinctive, bass-forward approach, delivering a rhythm-powered blend of funk, soul, and jazz. His performance interweaves contemporary production elements with spontaneous improvisation, highlighting precise grooves and tuneful melodies. Expect irresistible rhythms, expert musicianship, and a set crafted to keep the audience moving.
Aspen Art MuseumSue Foley
At W Aspen, Sue Foley brings roots-rich blues powered by her trademark pink Telecaster. Her set blends time-honored blues with touches of rock and soul, matching incisive guitar work with confident vocals. The performance is lively and grounded in classic tradition, delivering bold riffs and sustained energy throughout.
W AspenSue Foley Live in Aspen, CO
Sue Foley brings her Texas blues to Aspen with a performance that showcases vivid guitar tone and deft fingerstyle playing. A guitarist, singer, and songwriter, she is a GRAMMY nominee whose recent release, One Guitar Woman: A Tribute to the Female Pioneers of Guitar, received a 2025 nomination for Best Traditional Blues Album. She is known for her pink paisley Fender Telecaster and first drew widespread attention with Young Girl Blues on Antone’s Records, the label known for Stevie Ray Vaughan. Born in Ottawa and based in Austin, she has earned five consecutive Blues Music Awards, a JUNO Award, and holds a PhD in Musicology from York University.
Downtown AspenCAFÉ CON BACHATA
Mezcla Socials Dance presents Café con Bachata at CC's Cafe, a night dedicated to bachata. The evening features a lesson followed by social dancing. The cover is $8. Coffee, treats, and a selection of beverages will be available for purchase. Bring your dance shoes and get ready to move.
CC's CafeSue Foley
Sue Foley delivers fiery guitar and a set steeped in the blues. With her distinctive pink guitar in hand, she blends timeless blues with touches of rock and soul. Expect crisp riffs, assured vocals, and high energy throughout, all rooted in classic blues tradition.
W AspenVincen Garcia
Vincen García leads a rhythm-forward blend of funk, soul, and jazz driven by his distinctive bass voice. Precision grooves and lyrical lines shape a performance that fuses contemporary production touches with spontaneous improvisation. The result is contagious rhythms, standout musicianship, and a set crafted to keep the energy moving on the dance floor.
Aspen Art MuseumAspen Saturday Market
The season opens with a first show featuring lots of new things. Appearances are planned every other Saturday this year.
Aspen Saturday MarketMall Fest 50 Art Parade & Block Party
Aspen Public Art presents the Mall Fest 50 Art Parade, a procession featuring costumes, contraptions, and performances. This event celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Aspen Pedestrian Mall. The parade will travel through the Mall and Aspen Saturday Market, concluding with a block party at Sister Cities Plaza. Local artists are collaborating with upcycled materials, highlighting collective creation, cultural production, and creative reuse. Imagination is encouraged, and there will be free community workshops before the parade, along with a costume contest, photo booth, and prizes on the day of the parade. The Art Parade is free and open to everyone.
Aspen Pedestrian MallCory Henry & The Funk Apostles
Cory Henry & The Funk Apostles deliver an uplifting, genre-blending show that weaves funk, soul, R&B, jazz, and gospel into one high-energy set. Guided by GRAMMY-winning organist and singer Cory Henry, the group locks into deep grooves, unleashes powerful vocals, and leans into bold improvisation. The performance is built for the dance floor and for creating a genuine connection through the music.
Belly UpFamily Fair Saturdays
At the top of the Elk Camp Gondola, the scene transforms into a carnival-style outing for kids, with face painting, balloons, and lawn games while a mix of DJs and live bands provides the music. Tasty bites such as kettle corn, cotton candy, and ice cream add to the fun. Adults can enjoy specials on food and drinks.
Snowmass Village Mall, Snowmass Village, CO 81615, United States2026 JAS Aspen Snowmass June Experience: Day 2
This second day of the JAS Aspen Snowmass June Experience spotlights the organization’s long-standing commitment to presenting and preserving jazz and its related musical styles. Jazz Aspen Snowmass, founded in 1991, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit now entering its 28th season.
Downtown AspenBasalt River Jams
Basalt River Jams celebrates the river with a full day of activity on the water and on shore, paired with live entertainment. The lineup features The Know Bodies Band along with Cruz Contreras and the Black Lillies, and between sets the Aspen Polynesia dancers perform, sponsored by Aspen Dance Connection. Sign-ups are available for tubing and the Ducky Dash, kayak races, a paddleboard race, and a raft race. A flyfishing cast competition is presented with Frying Pan Anglers, followed by cash prizes and an awards ceremony. Blazing Adventures provides shuttle service, and Whitewater Racing LLC hosts the river races.
The Robert Cray Band
The Robert Cray Band takes the stage at Wheeler Opera House with a groove rooted in soul, R&B, and gospel. Drawing on years of touring and recording, the group presents a sound shaped by these influences.
Wheeler Opera HouseLuca Stricagnoli
At Bad Harriet, Italian acoustic guitarist Luca Stricagnoli performs, showcasing a distinctive style and inventive playing techniques. Known for an original approach to the instrument, he presents a display of acoustic guitar artistry.
Bad HarrietSue Foley
Sue Foley takes the stage at Jazz At Aspen-Snowmass. The award-winning blues guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter recently released One Guitar Woman: A Tribute to the Female Pioneers of Guitar, which earned a 2025 GRAMMY nomination.
Jazz At Aspen-SnowmassAspen Gran Fondo
Aspen Gran Fondo features a course that strings together several of the Roaring Fork Valley’s signature climbs. Riders can opt for 36, 62, or 103 mile routes. Aid stations are positioned atop each climb, and a barbecue at the finish rounds things out.
Snowmass Town ParkSunday Brunch featuring ALL3N Generation
The JAS June Experience concludes with a traditional New Orleans brunch at the Paul JAS Center. Admission includes a buffet prepared by Epicure Catering, unlimited mimosas and Bloody Marys, and live music direct from New Orleans by ALL3NGeneration featuring Shamarr Allen.
Paul JAS CenterJohn Paul Riger
John Paul Riger presents a relaxed brunch performance with mellow sounds and a warm, unhurried atmosphere that pairs well with a lingering start to the day.
Heather's Savory Pies & Tapas BarSummer Cabaret Series
Theatre Aspen brings the Summer Cabaret Series back to Hotel Jerome in Aspen, presenting three intimate cabaret programs that combine storytelling and artistry in a setting where the performance feels close and personal. Each date features two shows, one at brunch and one at dinner. The lineup includes A Country Cabaret!, Alysha Umphress: So Far, and A Cabaret Getaway.
Hotel JeromeCharity Golf Tournament
This summer fundraiser at Aspen Golf Course benefits the Trashmasters Scholarships. Net proceeds from the yearly Trashmasters tournaments provide college scholarships for exceptional local students.
Aspen Golf ClubAspen Highlands History Ski Tour with...
In partnership with Aspen Snowmass, you can ski with Aspen/Snowmass Ambassador and volunteer historian Dan Sadowsky and discover Aspen Highlands’ unique past. Meet at the guest services cabin outside Merry Go Round. This tour takes place on moderate terrain and requires a lift ticket and skis or snowboard.
Aspen HighlandsVitalant Blood Drive with the Chris Klug Foundation
In the United States, someone needs blood every couple of seconds. Vitalant’s Bloodmobile sets up in the parking lot for a community blood drive presented in partnership with Basalt Regional Library and the Chris Klug Foundation. The donation itself usually takes about 15 minutes and can help as many as three people. Advance registration is encouraged, and walk-in donors are accommodated as time allows.
Basalt Regional LibraryAnalog Lounge
Step away from the noise and settle into something a little more timeless at our weekly Analog Lounge at the Cafe & Wine Bar. Designed as a gentle escape from screens and notifications, this gathering invites you to slow down and reconnect with yourself and those around you. Unplug and unwind over a thoughtfully curated selection of wines while enjoying classic board games, meaningful conversation, and the simple pleasure of being present.
MOLLIE AspenAl-Anon Meeting: Aspen Family Group
The Aspen Family Group hosts an Al-Anon meeting at the Red Brick Center for the Arts with the option to take part via Zoom. Participation is open to anyone, whether attending in person or joining online.
Red Brick Center For the ArtsBonus Bike Nights
Bonus Bike Nights extend the Snowmass Bike Park experience into the evening with lift-served laps via the Elk Camp Gondola. Choose a $66 all day ticket for maximum time on the trails, or go with the $49 Late Arrival option if you prefer to ride later and roll into dusk. After the downhill fun, keep things going at Elk Camp with an extra hour and a half of live music, DJ sets, and farm-to-table plates.
Snowmass Village MallTwo-Step Tuesdays
Summer Country Nights at Base Village brings live country music, line dancing, and mountain fun to a seasonal two-step gathering. The program begins with music, flows into a guided line dance lesson with Brian and Claudia of Mezcla Socials Dance, then continues with more live tunes, open dancing, and coaching on the floor. New dancers and experienced two-steppers are all welcome, with plenty of chances to practice and enjoy the floor. The soundtrack features Richard Ganson alongside Randy Utterback. Ganson has shared bills with Vince Gill, Travis Tritt, Asleep at the Wheel, and John Conlee, and has performed on the Telluride Bluegrass Festival main stage. Utterback, a multi-instrumentalist on acoustic and electric guitar, fiddle, mandolin, and dobro, brings decades of experience from Nashville, Colorado, and beyond, having worked with members of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Poco, Buffalo Springfield, and others. Expect an upbeat mix of classic country favorites, modern hits, and tributes to Colorado music legends and local songwriters. Tunes may range from Hank Williams, Merle Haggard, Brooks & Dunn, and Garth Brooks to Chris Stapleton and Thomas Rhett, with occasional surprise guests appearing over the summer. Dance instruction is led by Brian and Claudia Pawl, founders of Mezcla Socials Dance. With backgrounds spanning Country, Swing, Salsa, Bachata, Tango, Folklorico, Contemporary, and more, their welcoming approach makes the dance floor accessible to all ages and experience levels, guided by the belief that everyone can dance.
Reverence for Life on the Streets: Medicine as a Moral Act in an Unequal World
Taking place the day before Aspen’s second Albert Schweitzer Day, three leading figures in humanitarian medicine gather on the TACAW stage for a wide ranging conversation about care, conscience, and the responsibilities of this moment. Harsh Mander, a civil rights leader from New Delhi and a Nobel Peace Prize nominee, brings decades of work on poverty, displacement, and human dignity, spanning landmark legal action, policy, writing, and initiatives such as Karwan e Mohabbat. Dr. Jim O’Connell, founder of Boston Health Care for the Homeless and the subject of Tracy Kidder’s Rough Sleepers, reflects on building a durable model of compassionate urban care. Dr. Jim Withers, founder of the Street Medicine Institute and last year’s Schweitzer lecturer in Aspen, draws on more than three decades of providing healthcare directly to people living on the streets. The discussion is moderated by Dr. Kaitlin Schwan, a human rights advocate and scholar of street medicine. Together, they consider how different paths can answer the same call to serve people facing profound inequality, and they revisit a question Albert Schweitzer raised in Aspen in 1949 about what it means to preserve our humanity amid the rise of nationalism, austerity, and the pulling back of care from the most vulnerable. A reception with light bites hosted by Aspen Historical Society follows the program. The Aspen Historical Society preserves and shares local history in ways that connect people to the community’s character as it continues to evolve.
The Arts Campus at WillitsA Mariachi Celebration
Vibrant sounds and folkloric rhythms fill the stage as participants from the AMFS Mariachi Workshop perform with a professional mariachi ensemble and Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Folklórico. The program highlights Mexican musical traditions and dance through an energetic, collaborative showcase.
Michael Klein Music Tent and Harris Concert HallAspen Series - Buttermilk - Halfpipe #1 2026
Part of the Aspen/Snowmass Series, this competition is set within a series known for standout U.S. venues crafted for high-level riding. Competitors can expect top-tier terrain, with opportunities that may include iconic features like the X-Games Superpipe. The emphasis is on a polished competition setting where athletes can showcase their skills.
Buttermilk Ski ResortJohn Michel & Michael Jude
John Michel and Michael June deliver a lively, seasoned set that draws audiences in and is easy to enjoy. It is an ideal fit for a fun night out with great food and live music.
Heather's Savory Pies & Tapas BarChangemaker Speaker Series: Deanne Fitzmaurice A250 Portrait of a Nation
Presented within the Changemaker Speaker Series, Pulitzer Prize winning photographer Deanne Fitzmaurice looks back on four decades of work capturing pivotal chapters in the United States. Her talk, A250 Portrait of a Nation, draws from images of national emergencies, cultural touchstones, and close up studies of perseverance, forming a vivid visual chronicle of the people and stories that shape the country.
Wheeler Opera HouseScotch doubles tournament
Team up with a partner for a scotch doubles tournament at Stubbies Sports Bar & Eatery and celebrate the Fourth with friendly competition. For more information, reach out to the bar directly.
Stubbies Sports Bar & EateryThe Record Company
Following last year's tradition, Belly up Aspen returns with a free show in Wagner Park featuring The Record Company. This Los Angeles blues rock trio, recognized with a Grammy nomination, includes Chris Vos, Alex Stiff, and Marc Cazorla, and draws inspiration from artists like John Lee Hooker. Pack a blanket or a camping chair and your dancing shoes. It is a chance for the community to enjoy live music together.
City Of Aspen Wagner ParkA Chorus Line
A Chorus Line captures the urgency of a life-changing audition as dancers step forward to share their personal histories through music and movement. Featuring beloved songs, high-energy choreography, and the showstopping finale One, this Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning musical honors dedication, resilience, and the pursuit of a dream on the stage. Conceived and originally directed and choreographed by Michael Bennett, the musical features a book by James Kirkwood and Nicholas Dante, music by Marvin Hamlisch, and lyrics by Edward Kleban, with co-choreography by Bob Avian. The performance runs approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes with no intermission. The cast includes Semaj’ Donnell Byrd as Richie, Stephen Cerf as Zach, Bryan Cortés as Paul, Eoghan Pete Dillon as Larry, Evelyn Duggan as Kristine, Sam Faulkner as Bobby, Tiffany Furicchia as Val, Anissa Marie Griego as Diana, Joseph Ryan Harrington as Mike, Aviv Haroz as Don, Dakota Hoar as Greg, Francesca Mancuso as Sheila, Alejandro Medina as Mark, Mia Nelson as Judy, Charlie Reyes as Al, Myranda Sanchez as Bebe, Antonia Vivino as Maggie, and Olivia Zenetzis as Connie. The production is directed by Paige Price, with choreography by Eamon Foley and music direction by Beth G. Tankersley. Design is by Wheeler Moon for lighting, Jeff Sherwood for sound, Riw Rakkulchon for scenery, and Maddie Peterson for costumes. A Chorus Line is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC.
Hurst TheatreAlex Cruz @ Daybreaker // Top of Aspen...
Alex Cruz performs in concert at Aspen Snowmass Ski Resort in Snowmass Village.
Snowmass MountainBelly Up Aspen
Lane 8 steps behind the decks with the smooth, backrub-friendly house sound that once had listeners calling him royalty of the style. Expect hip-swaying rhythms and sandal-shuffling grooves, honed since an early breakthrough spinning a DJ set to an empty dining room at a pork restaurant in San Francisco.
Belly Up AspenBandaloop
For well over a century, the Wheeler Opera House has served as Aspen’s cultural heart. In honor of America’s 250th, free outdoor performances by BANDALOOP, an internationally recognized innovator in vertical dance, animate the Wheeler Opera House facade. The immersive choreography climbs the architecture and transforms the exterior into a vertical stage.
Wheeler Opera HouseAspen Old Fashioned Fourth of July
An Independence Day celebration in downtown Aspen features a parade along with other festivities.
Aspen, downtownFourth of July Tiki Rooftop Party at W Aspen
Mark America's 250th year with a tropical vibe. Enjoy cocktails as upbeat summer tunes set the mood, and come dressed in your favorite Hawaiian shirt for a bright, festive look.
W AspenLive Music on the Patio
Acoustic artists perform live on the patio at Ajax Tavern at the base of Aspen Mountain. The setting highlights the feel of summer evenings in Aspen with music in the open air.
Ajax TavernJAS Café - Bonerama
JAS Café offers a close-up concert setting that highlights jazz along with blues, soul, gospel, New Orleans sounds, and music from across the globe. Late-night sets trace the evolution of jazz and its connections to worldwide influences, creating an engaging way to hear how the music continues to grow.
Paul JAS CenterGrace Potter
Grace Potter steps into the spotlight amid the long-awaited unveiling of Medicine, the album she recorded in 2008 with producer T Bone Burnett and has now officially released after years in the vault. Tracked at The Village Studios with Jim Keltner, Dennis Crouch, Marc Ribot, and Keefus Ciancia, the sessions marked a turning point as Burnett focused the sound around her voice and the pulse. The music moves away from early roots-rock toward a moodier, more soulful approach that reveals new nuance, restraint, and surges of intensity in her singing. Across 12 songs, Medicine combines a classic feel with an intuitive, in-the-room energy. "Before The Sky Falls" struts and builds gradually, "Low Road" reflects on a surreal night in Austin, and "If I Was from Paris" taps the bite of her Gibson Flying V. The path travels from the drifting atmosphere of "Colors" to the exploratory blues of "To Shore" and the forward-looking "Oasis," culminating in a horn-laced title track that shifts between urgency and grit with a touch of Burnett’s guitar. Originally shelved when her label pivoted to a successful collaboration with Mark Batson that led to Grace Potter and the Nocturnals’ self-titled album, these recordings finally see the light as a significant addition to her catalog. The release arrives in the context of a career that includes three Grammy nominations and endorsements from rock luminaries. All ages are welcome.
Belly UpBrunch at Elk Camp
Ride the Elk Camp Gondola to a champagne brunch high above Snowmass. Savor a spread of favorite breakfast dishes alongside champagne, mimosas, and bloody marys, with a generous buffet and the option to order items à la carte. Panoramic views and an easygoing pace set the tone for a relaxed start to the day.
Snowmass Village MallMaroon Bells Trek
Take your first steps into backpacking with a trip through the Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness. Created for newcomers who want an unforgettable experience with support, this trek focuses on learning new skills, building confidence, and discovering what you can do while exploring one of Colorado’s most iconic mountain landscapes. Registration is $1,500, and scholarships are available through an application in the registration form.
Maroon Bells–Snowmass WildernessAspen Highlands History Ski Tour with Aspen/Snowmass Ambassador
Presented in collaboration with Aspen Snowmass Ski, this history experience features an Aspen/Snowmass Ambassador together with volunteer historian Dan Sadowsky. Hear stories that illuminate Aspen Highlands’ independent spirit, pioneering moments, and distinctive past.
Aspen Highlands Ski ResortShilo Brooks – America at 250: Liberal Education, Self-Government, and the Future of the Republic
Presented as part of the McCloskey Speaker Series, this program features Shilo Brooks, president and CEO of the George W. Bush Presidential Center and professor of practice in the Department of Political Science at Southern Methodist University, in conversation with Todd Breyfogle, senior advisor for humanistic studies and practices at the Aspen Institute. Drawing on his leadership background, including his tenure as executive director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton University, Brooks explores how liberal education prepares citizens for thoughtful, engaged participation in civic life. With the nation approaching its 250th year, the discussion turns to the enduring principles at the heart of the American political tradition and the role that reading, reflection, and civic learning play in sustaining self-government. The speakers look to influential works and foundational writings from American history as guides for independent thinking and deeper involvement in democratic life.
Paepcke AuditoriumGorilla Gathering - Aspen
An evening program with the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund centers on gorillas and the long-running efforts dedicated to their protection. Learn about the organization’s teams working on the ground in Rwanda and gain insight into how their daily work supports conservation.
Paul JAS CenterChess Club
Hosted by The Collective Chess Club in partnership with the Aspen Snowmass Chess Club, this casual meetup invites newcomers and seasoned players alike. Expect relaxed games, chances to build skills, and time to explore strategy on select Wednesday evenings.
The Collective SnowmassAl-Anon Meeting- Aspen Family Group
This gathering offers a caring space for relatives and friends of people affected by alcoholism or addiction. Participants can share experiences, listen to others, and find mutual encouragement in a supportive setting.
Red Brick Center For the ArtsSave the Land
This annual celebration brings the community together to support the water, wildlife, and way of life that make this place special. The evening includes curated cocktails, a three-course dinner, and uplifting stories highlighting local conservation efforts. This year, the Child Family will be recognized with the 2026 AVLT Lifetime Achievement Award for their enduring impact on working lands, wildlife, and community. Those looking to deepen their involvement can explore hosting a table. Tickets sold out in record time last year.
T-Lazy-7 Ranch LodgeLive Music at Element 47
Live acoustic performances take place in the Element 47 dining room during dinner service. Musicians perform while guests dine, pairing a meal with in-person acoustic music.
Element 47Comedy WKND!
Comedy WKND! returns to multiple venues throughout Snowmass Village, delivering a high altitude comedy experience with laughs all weekend. Snowmass Live has grown a vibrant scene at The Collective Hall since 2021, showcasing national and regional acts alongside local talent and favorite headliners. With comedians appearing across town, the weekend comes together as a lively celebration of comedy.
The CollectiveLive Music on the Patio
Acoustic music enlivens the patio at Ajax Tavern, located at the base of Aspen Mountain. Unplugged sets celebrate the atmosphere of Aspen summer evenings.
Ajax TavernAspen Words Book Ball
The annual benefit dinner for Aspen Words, the 2026 Book Ball, features Jonathan Franzen at the Doerr-Hosier Center at the Aspen Meadows Resort. All ticket and table purchases are nonrefundable.
Doerr-Hosier CenterSnowmass Comedy WKND!: Open Mic Night
Snowmass Comedy WKND! Open Mic Night brings stand-up comedy to Rock Island Oyster Bar & Grill, with spontaneous moments that keep the show lively. Miller Ford leads as host and welcomes performers to take the mic.
Rock Island Oyster Bar & GrillAndrew Duhon
Andrew Duhon, a songwriter shaped by his New Orleans roots, performs music that balances personal storytelling with a sense of shared experience. Drawing on the gritty blend of blues, folk, and country from his hometown and insights gathered while traveling across the United States, he focuses on forging meaningful connections through song, believing that even a tune from someone you have never met can offer comfort. He appears as a trio with bassist Myles Weeks, known for work with James Hunter Six and Eric Lindell, and drummer Jim Kolacek of Feufollett. Duhon has shared the bill with artists such as Guster, Blind Pilot, and Amos Lee, and has played notable festivals including the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Milwaukee Summerfest, Bonnaroo, and Americanafest. His music has also been highlighted by outlets like Rolling Stone, Jam In The Van, Meat Church, Glide Magazine, No Depression, and American Songwriter.
The Arts Campus at WillitsAspen Community Rides
This free Saturday series brings participants together at Aspen Collection’s store on Lower Gondola Plaza, where they are asked to arrive prepared to ride.
The Little NellFuturebirds
Futurebirds deliver a forward-leaning blend of rock, electrified folk, and cosmic American roots, guided by the songwriting voices of Womack, Thomas Johnson, and Carter King. Having recently marked 15 years together, the band keeps things fresh with Easy Company, their fifth studio album that includes four songs each from the three frontmen. What began when they were University of Georgia students playing fraternity houses and local bars has grown into headlining stages like The Ryman and The Fillmore, along with collaborations with My Morning Jacket's Carl Broemel. This performance highlights the enduring bond behind their expansive sound and the Birdfam community that rallies around it. All ages are welcome.
Belly UpSnowmass Comedy WKND!: Zak Toscani
Snowmass Comedy WKND! spotlights Zak Toscani with a set that blends sharp wit, dry delivery, and a delightfully offbeat point of view. Based on the West Coast, Toscani has taken his comedy from Portland stages to international festivals such as Bumbershoot, Bridgetown, and the High Plains Comedy Festival. His distinctive voice, marked by originality and honest storytelling, has been covered by TIME, The A.V. Club, and the Portland Mercury. He has written for Comedy Central, appeared in the Washington Post, BBC, Newsweek, and Vice, and is the most frequent guest on the podcast All Fantasy Everything. Presented as part of a multi-venue weekend of comedy throughout Snowmass Village, the series builds on Snowmass Live’s track record of bringing national and regional talent to The Collective Hall, which has grown into a hub for favorite headliners, rising stars, and local comics since 2021. Advance tickets are priced at $30, and tickets purchased the week of the show are $35. Performances include adult content and are intended for audiences 18 and older. Bar service will be available at Slope & Hatch, with food and drinks offered before the show. Parking is limited and free in the Snowmass Base Village parking structure during the summer season, and free shuttles run from the Rodeo Lot, Intercept Log, and Aspen.
The CollectiveAggie Flores
Aggie Flores brings a mellow brunch set to Heather’s Savory Pies in Basalt, showcasing soulful vocals and a warm, engaging presence that creates an easygoing, feel-good atmosphere.
Heather's Savory Pies & Tapas BarDeloyd Elze
Driven by momentum, committed to growth, and reaching for new horizons, a widely praised group marks 15 years together with a focus on what comes next. With the insight that only longevity brings, the band emphasizes continual evolution and forward motion, tracing the road traveled while charting the path ahead.
Belly Up AspenAl-Anon Meeting: Aspen Family Group
This support group is for families and friends of people affected by alcoholism or addiction. It offers a place to connect and find mutual support.
Red Brick Center For the ArtsAspen Security Forum Opening Night
Presented with the Aspen Security Forum and included in the McCloskey Speaker Series, this opening night program marks the start of the forum. The roster of speakers will be announced.
Paepcke AuditoriumTasting Table
At a shared tasting table, guests explore four wines in a relaxed format. Each pour is paired with a bite-size tasting designed to accentuate the distinct aromas and flavors in the glass. A sommelier will be on hand.
MOLLIE AspenWilderado
Wilderado performs a live set that reflects a commitment to songcraft and range, shifting from gentle, intimate moments to uplifting, full-bodied energy. Fronted by Tulsa native Maxim Rainer with bandmates Tyler Wimpee and Justin Kila, the trio refreshed its creative focus with the album Talker, written after an intensive stretch on the road and recorded in Norman, Oklahoma with producers Chad Copeland and James McAllister. Rather than chase earlier radio success, the band doubled down on making music they love, embracing candid lyricism, soft-edged textures, and grooves that build toward expansive climaxes. Collaboration played a role as well, including a studio co-write with the British band Flyte. This event is open to all ages.
Belly UpSomething Rotten | Summer High School Conservatory
Set in the 1590s, this musical comedy follows brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom as they chase a hit while living in the shadow of The Bard. When a local psychic predicts that theatre’s future blends singing, dancing, and acting at the same time, they embark on a bold plan to create the first musical. Inspired by the Broadway hit praised by Time Out New York, this two-hour show builds to the excitement of opening night as the Bottom brothers discover that true success comes from being themselves.
Aspen District TheaterAspen Dance Connection presents EMERGENCE
At TACAW, Aspen Dance Connection showcases Emergence, a Colorado dance program highlighting choreographers from around Colorado. Maureen Breeze Dance Theater shares two recent creations by Maureen Breeze. Shifting Ground reflects on resilience and how we react when the footing beneath us changes. Remnants of You is a duet set to a suite of songs by Elvis Costello. The lineup includes work by Alexandra Jerkunica of Carbondale, Amy Anderson of Engage Movement Arts in Denver, Liz Vrettos and Rebecca Fleishman of Beyond Boundaries in Grand Junction, and Maureen Breeze of Maureen Breeze Dance Theater in Denver.
TACAWPaul Cauthen
Country provocateur Paul Cauthen brings his rule-breaking spirit and signature Big Velvet baritone to the stage for an all-ages performance. His sound mixes classic country grit with gospel lift and a flash of rock, the work of an artist who always backs himself. An East Texas native whose grandfather introduced him to singing in the Church of Christ, Cauthen first emerged with the duo Sons of Fathers in 2009, then carved his own lane with the albums My Gospel, Room 41, Country Coming Down, and Black on Black. He has toured around the world and worked with Margo Price, Orville Peck, Cody Jinks, and Lana Del Rey. His catalog includes favorites like Cocaine Country Dancing and Fuck You Money, plus a gold-certified collaboration with Shaboozey on Last Of My Kind, adding up to 442 million global streams. His fifth release, Book of Paul, pushes his unfiltered country vision further, with 12 of 13 tracks co-written as he lays his wild side bare without compromise.
Belly UpComedian Tig Notaro – Out of nowhere tour - Late Show
Tig Notaro takes the stage for a late show stop on the Out of Nowhere Tour, delivering her distinctive stand-up from a performer recognized with Emmy and Grammy nominations. A familiar presence on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, she is listed by Rolling Stone among the 50 best stand-up comics. Her Amazon special Tig Notaro: Hello Again earned multiple Emmy nominations. On screen, she appears in The Morning Show on Apple TV, Star Trek: Discovery and the upcoming Star Trek: Starfleet Academy on Paramount+, as well as the Netflix films Your Place or Mine, We Have a Ghost, and Zack Snyder’s Army of the Dead. She created and starred in One Mississippi and co-directed the feature Am I OK? with her wife, Stephanie Allynne, which debuted at the Sundance Film Festival and premiered on HBO Max. Notaro also hosts the podcast Handsome with Fortune Feimster and Mae Martin, wrote the New York Times best-selling memoir I’m Just a Person, and produced the documentary Come See Me in the Good Light, a Festival Favorite at Sundance that premiered on Apple TV and in select theaters.
The Arts Campus at WillitsAspen Community Rides
Riders can take part in a free Saturday series that meets at Aspen Collection’s store on Lower Gondola Plaza and then heads out for a group ride. There is no fee to participate.
The Little NellJamestown Revival
Jamestown Revival brings its Americana and roots rock sound to the stage for an all-ages performance. The Austin-based band has built a worldwide reputation, appearing at major festivals such as Austin City Limits, Farm Aid, Coachella, Stagecoach, Lollapalooza, Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic and the Outlaw Music Festival with Willie Nelson, and earning coverage from outlets including Rolling Stone and the Wall Street Journal. Past tours have included dates alongside The Avett Brothers, Brandi Carlile, Nathaniel Rateliff, Ryan Bingham and Willie Nelson. Their catalog includes four acclaimed albums titled Utah, The Education of a Wandering Man, San Isabel and Young Man, along with the EPs Field Guide to Loneliness and Fireside with Louis L’Amour. They have also received Tony and Grammy nominations for work on the Broadway production The Outsiders, A New Musical, which earned the Tony Award for Best Musical in 2024.
Belly UpRadio Boardshop Tintype Pop-Up · Aspen Food & Wine Weekend
This pop-up offers on-site tintype portraits crafted with hand-poured pure silver in Aspen during Food & Wine weekend at Radio Boardshop. Appointments are limited, and each portrait is created using the traditional wet plate collodion process to produce a unique image.
Radio BoardshopAl-Anon Meeting- Aspen Family Group
This is a support group for relatives and friends of people affected by alcoholism or addiction.
Red Brick Center For the ArtsComedy Night in Hidalgo at W Aspen
Settle in for a cozy evening filled with laughs and a sense of camaraderie. A mix of local performers and visiting guests share their talents in a relaxed, welcoming setting where the energy is lively and every moment feels up close. The atmosphere invites connection and keeps the good vibes going.
W AspenLive Music on the Patio
Live acoustic performances fill the open-air patio at Ajax Tavern, located at the base of Aspen Mountain. The music brings the spirit of Aspen’s summer evenings to a relaxed outdoor setting. Performances are offered on Fridays and Saturdays.
Ajax TavernLive Music on the Patio
Live acoustic performances fill the elegant patio at Ajax Tavern, set at the base of Aspen Mountain. The event celebrates summer evenings in Aspen with music in a mountainside setting.
Ajax TavernUncle Lucius
Uncle Lucius plays an all ages show, bringing a soulful mix of roots rock and country spirit. Fresh off the release of Live from Ear Studio, captured to tape at Austin’s Ear Studio, the collection highlights songs from their album Like It’s The Last One Left and includes interpretations of “Bertha,” “Shadow People,” and “Just To Satisfy You.” With the additions of Doug Strahan on guitar and Drew Scherger on bass, the band has broadened its sound and embraced new musical directions that come alive onstage. After a 2018 farewell tour their following kept growing, helped by the placement of “Keep the Wolves Away” in Yellowstone and its RIAA gold and platinum certifications. They returned from hiatus with renewed perspective and themes of resolve and resilience, releasing their first album in eight years, Like It’s The Last One Left, via Thirty Tigers and Boo Clap Records, touring widely since, and sending “All The Angelenos” to #5 on the Texas Radio Charts.
Laurie D Basalt Market Basalt, CO!
Laurie D makes a first appearance at Basalt Sunday Market in Basalt on the Western Slope, performing a mix of covers that spans many genres. Explore booths, shop for local food and other goods, then take a break to order from several types of cuisine and relax while listening. The music is for all ages, from kids to seniors.
Basalt Sunday MarketSun Deck Aspen Mountian
Stray Grass performs as part of Bluegrass Sundays on Aspen Mountain, offering a high-energy take on acoustic music played on traditional instruments. The performance focuses on spirited acoustic sounds while staying true to a traditional setup.
Aspen Mountain Ski Resort SundeckIntersect Aspen Art and Design Fair
Presented by Intersect Aspen, this art and design fair takes place during the peak of the summer season. Set within the Aspen Ice Garden, it offers an intimate, curated environment for visitors to experience art and design.
Aspen Ice GardenSabrina Rudin: Healthy with a Side of Happy
Explore Books hosts an evening celebrating the release of Healthy with a Side of Happy, the new cookbook from creator and entrepreneur Sabrina Rudin. The gathering features bites and conversation as Sabrina, founder and owner of Spring Café Aspen and the creator behind @springbysabrina, highlights a collection of 100 plant-based recipes aimed at nourishing the whole family, spanning juices and smoothies, pastas, salads, and simple sweets. Guided by her view that food is medicine, the book couples approachable dishes with pantry guidance, meal prep strategies, and thoughtful kitchen practices. Sabrina’s background includes opening an organic, vegetarian restaurant with locations in Aspen and New York City after noticing a need for wholesome options while teaching snowboarding in Aspen. Her culinary influences draw from the vegetarian restaurants she grew up with and from her mother, a pioneer of natural foods and juicing who studied under Anne Wigmor and at the Kushi Institute.
Explore BooksAn Evening With Lyle Lovett
Lyle Lovett takes the stage for an all-ages concert that highlights a career built on storytelling and musical range. A singer, composer, and actor from Texas with fourteen albums, he blends country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues into a style that resists easy categorization. Live, he shows the depth of his skills and the span of his influences, holding attention from first note to last. Since his 1986 self-titled debut, Lovett has become a prominent voice in American music. Honors include four Grammy Awards, the Americana Music Association’s first Trailblazer Award, and the title of Texas State Musician. Expect an evening shaped by a catalog that is wide-ranging and widely loved.
Sabrina Rudin x Savannah Friedkin at Explore Books
Sabrina Rudin appears with Savannah Friedkin at Explore Books and Coffee to mark the release of Healthy with a Side of Happy, her new cookbook. The gathering includes bites and conversation.
Explore Books and CoffeeSean Wilentz - American Democracy in Historical Perspective
Part of the Hurst Lecture Series, the Aspen Institute hosts historian Sean Wilentz for a keynote address examining the long-running arguments that have defined American democracy. A Princeton University history professor and prominent authority on the nation’s political past, Wilentz will explore how social movements, constitutional ideas, and other historical currents continue to shape public life in the United States today.
Paepcke AuditoriumGrease
Grease brings Rydell High to the stage with slick leather, twirling skirts, and the backbeat of early rock and roll. The story follows the twists of teenage romance, the pull of friendship, and the search for belonging, all fueled by hit songs and high-energy choreography that capture the excitement of first love. With an eight year Broadway run, two later revivals, and countless school and community stagings, it stands among the most widely embraced musicals. Book, music, and lyrics are by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. Chris Hanford stars as Danny Zuko alongside Nevada Riley as Sandy Dumbrowski, with Drew Redington as Kenickie, Charlie Reyes as Sonny LaTierri, Semaj’ Byrd as Roger, and Alejandro Medina as Doody. Kiki Lemieux appears as Betty Rizzo with Emilee Hassanzadeh as Marty and Evelyn Duggan as Jan. DeShawn Travis Bowens brings Johnny Casino to life, joined by Mia Nelson as Frenchy, Olivia Zenetzis as Patty Simcox, Aviv Haroz as Eugene Florczyk, Nick Bernardi as Vince Fontaine, Myranda Sanchez as Cha Cha DiGregorio, and Nina Gabianelli as Teen Angel and Miss Lynch. The performance runs about two hours and fifteen minutes, including a fifteen minute intermission. The production is directed and choreographed by Patrick O’Neill, with associate choreography by Bryan Hunt and music direction by Adam Beskind. The design team features lighting by Wheeler Moon, sound by Jeff Sherwood, scenery by Riw Rakkulchon, costumes by Dustin Cross, and wigs by Jeff Knaggs.
Melissa Etheridge
An all-ages concert featuring Academy Award and Grammy Award winning artist Melissa Etheridge. Her 17th studio album, Rise, co-produced with Shooter Jennings and featuring Max Hart, Eric Gardner, and Erik Kertes, blends California rock and Americana while exploring resilience, healing, and love. The collection ranges from energetic tracks like Don’t You Want a Woman and Tomboy to reflective songs such as Call You and The Other Side of Blue, and closes with More Love. Etheridge’s distinctive voice, candid storytelling, and 12 string guitar anchor an evening that highlights this powerful new chapter in her music.
Traffic Jams with Bandits on the Run
Brooklyn based trio Bandits on the Run brings indie folk pop shaped by years of subway busking to a close up setting like The Vault. Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn blend three part harmonies, theatrical storytelling, and a colorful mix of instruments that can include cello, accordion, and a suitcase drum. Their creative work spans albums, musical theater, and projects with Netflix, combining folk roots with pop sensibility and lively stagecraft. The music feels intimate, imaginative, and deeply human, a natural fit for a small room. This is a free but ticketed community event, and reserving in advance is encouraged.
Wheeler Opera HouseThe American Economy in a New Era
Part of the McCloskey Speaker Series, this program is presented in collaboration with the Aspen Economic Strategy Group and explores the American economy in a new era. It features a panel convened by the Aspen Economic Strategy Group, with the speaker lineup to be announced.
Paepcke AuditoriumUp In The Sky
A summer music event in Aspen spans two days of performances by leading contemporary artists. The lineup includes John Summit, Dom Dolla, Empire of the Sun, Parcels, and Polo & Pan, along with many other acts.
Deborah Tannen - Can We Talk? How Linguistic Style Can Make or Break Relationships
Part of the Murdock Mind, Body, Spirit Series, this keynote features linguist and bestselling author Deborah Tannen in conversation with the Aspen Institute about how language shapes relationships, the workplace, and public life. A distinguished professor of linguistics at Georgetown University and author of You Just Don’t Understand, Tannen explores how small differences in conversational style can lead to confusion or conflict. She also highlights how recognizing these patterns can strengthen connections and support clearer communication across divides.
Paepcke AuditoriumWestern Garden Party & Hoedown
The annual Garden Party returns to the Aspen Chapel Gardens with a blend of classic English garden charm and lively western hoedown flair. Musicians from the Aspen Music Festival share the stage with a western dance band, setting the tone for square dancing, entertaining performances, and time spent among the gardens and chapel. Guests can expect English teas and cakes alongside western favorites, plus wine tasting and a wine auction. A silent auction features distinctive local gifts, services, and a special art piece. Festivities also include a hat contest celebrating both garden and western styles, as well as a play area, face painting, and games for kids and adults. The event is organized by a dedicated committee that includes Bruce Merrifield, Tracy Merrifield, Kathryn Henderson, Louisa Goldsmith, Linda Sandell, Bobbi Teliska, Nicole Tarumianz, Linda Aibel, and Maureen Callahan.
Aspen ChapelCassie Holmes - Happier Hours: Rethinking Time and Well-Being
Part of the Murdock Mind, Body, Spirit Series, this conversation brings behavioral scientist and UCLA Anderson School of Management professor Cassie Holmes together with Carolyne Heldman, host of the Behind the Lens podcast. The discussion asks how to spend time in ways that build happiness and meaning, and how to look back with fewer regrets. Holmes draws on her academic research and lessons from her bestselling book, Happier Hour, to examine the interplay of time, attention, and well-being, and to share actionable ideas for reshaping daily life so it feels less hurried and more in tune with personal priorities.
Paepcke AuditoriumHeather Hansman: Fierce Country
Outdoor journalist Heather Hansman highlights the overlooked legacies of three women who transformed how people connect with America’s wild places. The narrative follows Georgie White, who in 1945 leapt into the Grand Canyon with only a lifejacket, then went on to guide trips through its rapids and help spark modern river running. It looks to Anne LaBastille, a trailblazing wilderness guide who protected endangered species from her remote Adirondack cabin and anticipated the effects of climate change. It also explores the life of Dolores LaChapelle, a pioneering powder skier whose environmental philosophy influenced the radical environmental movement of the 1970s and shaped contemporary conservation ethics. United by deep devotion to the outdoors and a refusal to compromise, these women were often recognized only within small circles. Hansman brings their stories forward by immersing in three rugged landscapes and situating their achievements within the broader, evolving story of the American wild. Fans of writers like Pam Houston and David Grann will find a blend of adventure, history, and keen reporting.
Explore BooksLa Luz
La Luz performs with support from Spacemoth. This event is all ages. The California rock group led by guitarist and songwriter Shana Cleveland is known for a blend of dark psychedelia, swaggering riffs, and angelic harmonies. Their latest full-length, News of the Universe, channels change and resilience, shaped by personal upheaval and a lineup transition that brings in drummer Audrey Johnson while featuring final contributions from bassist Lena Simon and keyboardist Alice Sandahl. Produced by Maryam Qudos of Spacemoth, the album pairs urgent rhythms and kaleidoscopic textures with unguarded emotion, created entirely by women from performance and writing to recording and mastering.
Ray Wylie Hubbard
Defying the old notion about the lack of second acts, legendary Texas troubadour Ray Wylie Hubbard emerged from the late seventies Cosmic Cowboy wave that fed the Outlaw era and helped bridge audiences across social and political lines. In the company of Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Doug Sahm, and Jerry Jeff Walker, he helped forge a musical legacy that continues to influence new Texas artists. A Texas singer songwriter with a landmark in his catalog in Redneck Mother, he has steadily refined his focus toward craft and spirit, creating songs that feel like candid snapshots of real lives. His writing blends deeply personal journeys with striking character studies of people traveling the darker stretches of the road. The sound is unmistakably American, rooted in folk, country, and roots rock.
The Arts Campus at Willits2026 Terrapin Roadshow - Glenwood Springs, CO.
Terrapin Roadshow brings a two-day music experience to Glenwood Springs, set where the Colorado and Roaring Fork rivers meet. The lineup features Grahame Lesh, Bill Nershi, Kyle Hollingsworth, Mark Levy, Ross James, and Elliott Peck, plus additional special guests. The event offers consecutive days of live performances in a scenic riverside setting.
Glenwood Springs ColoradoRainbow Girls W/ LVDY
Rainbow Girls and LVDY bring an evening of rich vocal harmony and heartfelt songwriting. Rainbow Girls are a California North Bay trio featuring Erin Chapin, Caitlin Gowdey, and Vanessa Wilbourn, blending sweetness with an emotional punch that lingers. LVDY, pronounced like lady, is the Colorado duo of Kathleen Hooper and Aubrey Mable. Rooted in singer songwriter and indie folk traditions, they lean into airy harmonies and natural acoustic textures. When they sing in unison their voices fuse so closely it can be hard to tell them apart, and their harmonies glide with ease. Their songs center on love and human connection, offering gentle reminders that no one is alone. Drawing inspiration from nature and the bonds that tie people together, they move comfortably across genres to suit many audiences and collaborators. Since forming in 2018 they have performed hundreds of times across the United States and Europe, building their path independently and cultivating a devoted grassroots community known as the LVDYMOB. What began with street performances has grown into an intimate, up close live experience, and they have shared bills with Rising Appalachia, Dirtwire, KT Tunstall, Emily King, Daniel Rodriguez, JOSEPH, Joy Oladokun, Ayla Nereo, LÉON, Emily Scott Robinson, and Brendan James.
The Arts Campus at WillitsFrontiers of Knowledge | Consciousness in the Living World
Following a standout inaugural year, Frontiers of Knowledge returns with a speaker series themed Consciousness in the Human and Living World. Previously the program traced a path from the birth of the universe to contemporary views of human awareness. This edition explores how human consciousness grows in relationship with the natural world, then expands to the far-reaching possibilities of universal intelligence, including Artificial Intelligence that is rapidly influencing daily life. It raises profound questions about life in an expanded universe and what it means to be human right now. More details on speakers and the schedule will be announced soon. Tickets are offered in two tiers. The Day Pass is $100 for programming at the Wheeler Opera House. The $350 Patron Pass includes the main program at the Wheeler Opera House followed by a reception with dinner, drinks, and entertainment at the Paul JAS Center.
Wheeler Opera House, 81611DanceAspen CRESCENDO
CRESCENDO presents a dynamic night of dance that steadily swells in pulse, power, and feeling. Bold choreography meets Ravel’s famed Boléro, a lighthearted homage to Dean Martin, and the first public performance of the John Denver Project, commissioned by Wheeler Opera House and accompanied by a live band on stage. The program also features an eagerly awaited creation from Cayetano Soto, a choreographer cherished by the company, along with a brand-new piece from Penny Saunders making its debut.
Wheeler Opera HouseDanceAspen CRESCENDO
An evening of dance that steadily rises in pulse, power, and feeling. Dynamic choreography animates Ravel’s celebrated Boléro, offers a lighthearted salute to Dean Martin, and introduces a world premiere John Denver Project commissioned by the Wheeler Opera House with a live band onstage. The program also features a much anticipated creation from Cayetano Soto, a company favorite, and a world premiere from Penny Saunders.
Wheeler Opera HouseMadeline Hawthorne
Madeline Hawthorne brings road-borne storytelling to the stage. The singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist was born in New England and is based in Bozeman, Montana, and her music carries the dust of long drives and late nights. Her 2024 independent album, Tales From Late Nights & Long Drives, grew from touring days and from quiet time in Montana with journals and memories, shaping songs for open highways and for those after-midnight moments when a voice of understanding matters. In performance she leans into the moment and the melody, sharing vivid narratives that trace where she has been, who she is, and who she may become.
The Arts Campus at WillitsJAS Labor Day Experience
The JAS Labor Day Experience brings a diverse mix of pop, country, blues, funk, and roots back to Snowmass Town Park. The bill features Benson Boone, Tim McGraw, and The Red Clay Strays, along with additional performers. Single day and three day passes are available.
Snowmass Town ParkJAS Labor Day Experience - Saturday
The JAS Labor Day Experience takes place at Jazz Aspen Snowmass in Aspen, Colorado. This edition is set in the Snowmass Village and Aspen area.
Snowmass Village Colorado / AspenBuffalo Traffic Jam
An all-ages concert featuring Buffalo Traffic Jam, a folk duo from Bozeman, Montana made up of Frankie Cassidy and Nathan Ross. They met at Montana State University and began shaping acoustic, story-driven songs that evoke wide open spaces and the quiet feelings tucked into daily life. Early releases included a self-titled debut EP and the singles Rescue Me and Forgot Your Roots, which helped build online momentum. Their Take Me Home EP marks a new chapter with a richer palette while staying true to honest lyrics and unvarnished instrumentation, and it has earned more than 8 million streams on major platforms. The band has appeared at festivals such as Under the Big Sky and Redwest Fest and has toured with country singer songwriter Dylan Gossett. From dorm room beginnings to packed rooms across the United States, they bring heartfelt storytelling and a warm, acoustic sound to the stage.