Free events in Aspen, CO

At Aspen Saturday Market, the season starts with a first show featuring plenty of new items. The exhibitor plans to appear every other Saturday this year and will be set up on Hyman.

At Carbondale Branch Library, this bilingual storytime features storytelling, music, and simple activities for young children and their caregivers. Offered in both Spanish and English, it creates a friendly setting to learn and play alongside peers. There is no charge to attend and everyone is welcome. For more information, call 970-963-2889.

Hosted at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte, this annual gathering comes back in an updated format to celebrate the nonprofits and community partners who strengthen the Gunnison Valley. The setup will differ from previous years, but the purpose remains to offer a time to pause and reflect, and to honor the shared impact made possible through generosity, teamwork, and care for the valley and its people. It is a no-cost community celebration, and organizers are requesting RSVPs to help plan food and table arrangements.

The Live from Mt. Crested Butte concert series, presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association, welcomes Mountain Jam to the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for a free performance. A local opener kicks things off. Food and beverages will be available, and lawn seating is encouraged, so bring camp chairs and blankets to settle in for music on the mountain. Formed in summer 2025 to pay tribute to the enduring music of The Allman Brothers Band, Mountain Jam emphasizes improvisation and an energetic stage presence. The band blends driving jams and soulful grooves with interpretations that stay true to the originals while adding its own style. The performance balances classic spirit with in-the-moment excitement for an authentic live experience.

In its 33rd year, the Snowmass Free Concert Series carries on a favorite summer tradition. Some of the nation’s standout live bands perform in a relaxed setting framed by sweeping mountain views. Bring a blanket, settle in on Fanny Hill, and enjoy the music.

A free, family-friendly skate night at Big Mine Ice Arena features rollerblading, skating, and scootering. Organized by GCSAPP, this recurring series takes place monthly in Crested Butte at Big Mine Ice Arena and in Gunnison at Jorgensen Ice Arena, and includes a Crested Butte session with disco lights.