Rounding out a second month of stay at home orders has put an enormous strain on our valley - financially, emotionally, and physically. As we prepare to emerge from our cocoons (hello, butterflies), we believe that together we can all do our part to care for one another. This is more than off-season. This is a season of uncertainty and change, filled with a dose of hope and a dash of grace. This is a season of working together, even if we have to remain apart. Here are some ways we can stay connected.
How our Aspen Community is Coming Together While Staying Apart - Read more from the Aspen Chamber
How to Social Distance in the Mountains - Read more from the Aspen Chamber
Current Aspen and Snowmass Delivery and Takeout Options - See the details here
Shop Local, Online - See the roundup from the Aspen Chamber and what is open in Basalt and in Glenwood Springs. Plus, read about Carbondale’s COVID-19 Updates.
And, 10 Ways to Live, Love, Local.
Let’s Stay Connected RFV. Tag us in your Instagram and Facebook updates and use the #stayconnectedRFV hashtag to share your local updates with our community.
The old saying goes, in like a lion, out like a lamb. Only time will tell if that is the case here in the Roaring Fork Valley. In the meantime, we’ve scouted out events to keep you busy all month long (snowy or not).
Tuesday, March 3
Hotel Jerome History Tour | Details
Wednesday, March 4
Wellness Wednesday: Chronic Pain, Surgery, and Medicine Alternatives | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Here House
Thursday, March 5
Live Music: The Miles Markers | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | The Collective | Details
Preschool Storytime | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective | Details
Wine Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Slice | Details
VIK (Very Important Kid) Dance & Boogie! | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Viceroy Wine Sampling | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Snowmass | Details
Community Bingo | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective | Details
Friday, March 6
History Ski Tour | Aspen Mountain | Details
Ski Morning Meditations | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective | Details
Michael Jude & John Michel | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Details
Live Music with Harding Hills & Hawes | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Details
America’s Uphill | 5:00 PM | Aspen Mountain | Details
Saturday, March 7
The Big Draw | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | The Collective | Details
VIK (Very Important Kid) Face Painting | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | The Collective
Party on the Rink | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective | Details
Sunday, March 8
International Women’s Day at Aspen Snowmass | 1:15 PM | Chair 9, Snowmass | Details
VIK (Very Important Kid) – Magician | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | THE COLLECTIVE
Sake Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | SAKÉ
David Dyer on Piano | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | THE COLLECTIVE
Live Music with Richard Ganson | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | THE COLLECTIVE
LIVE in Snowmass | Consensual Improv! | 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm | THE COLLECTIVE
Monday, March 9
History Ski Tour | Aspen Highlands | Details
Full Moon Dinner at the Cliffhouse | Details
Tuesday, March 10
Sampling with Jeffersons & Goslings | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Base Camp
VIK (Very Important Kid) Aspen Science Center | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | The Collective
ACES Wild Perspectives: Saving All the Pieces | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Wednesday, March 11
Wellness Wednesday: CBD 101 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Here House
Aprés Ski Cocktail Classic | Details
Thursday, March 12
Preschool Storytime | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Wine Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Slice
VIK (Very Important Kid) Dance & Boogie! | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Noreen Pratt | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Viceroy Wine Sampling | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Snowmass | Details
Community Bingo | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Aspen Laugh Festival presents Paula Poundstone | Details
Friday, March 13
Ski Morning Meditations | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Michael Jude & John Michel | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Details
Live Music with Foghorn Leghorn Bans | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Details
JAS Café Series | downstairs at The Little Nell | Details
Marchesi Antinori Wine Dinner | element 47 | Details
Saturday, March 14
VIK (Very Important Kid) Face Painting | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | The Collective
Party on the Rink | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Sunday, March 15
VIK (Very Important Kid) – Magician | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Sake Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Sake Snowmass
David Dyer on Piano | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Snowmass | Details
Live Music with Richard Ganson | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Snowmass | Details
LIVE in Snowmass | History “On Stage” Aspen’s Ski Pioneers | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Monday, March 16
Elements Jazz | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Tuesday, March 17
St. Patricks Day!
Helly Hansen 4Mtn Mission | Details
Sampling with Jeffersons & Goslings | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Base Camp
VIK (Very Important Kid) Aspen Science Center | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | The Collective
Wednesday, March 18
Wellness Wednesday: Brain Health | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Here House
Thursday, March 19
Preschool Storytime | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Live Music: The Miles Markers | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | The Collective
Wine Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Slice
VIK (Very Important Kid) Dance & Boogie! | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Viceroy Wine Sampling | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Snowmass | Details
Community Bingo | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Bud Light Spring Jam | Details
Friday, March 20
Ski Morning Meditations | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Michael Jude & John Michel | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Details
Live Music with Chris Bank, Mark Johnson, Terry Bannon | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Details
Saturday, March 21
VIK (Very Important Kid) Face Painting | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Damien Smith | 4:00 - 7:00 pm | Snowmass | Details
Party on the Rink | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Sunday, March 22
VIK (Very Important Kid) – Magician | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Sake Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Sake Snowmass
David Dyer on Piano | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Richard Ganson | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
LIVE in Snowmass | Standup Comedy | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Details
Tuesday, March 24
Sampling with Jeffersons & Goslings | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Base Camp
VIK (Very Important Kid) Aspen Science Center | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | The Collective
Wednesday, March 25
Wellness Wednesday: Integrative Medicine | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Here House
Thursday, March 26
Grand Traverse | Details
Preschool Storytime | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Wine Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Slice
VIK (Very Important Kid) Dance & Boogie! | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Viceroy Wine Sampling | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Snowmass | Details
Community Bingo | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet: Diavolo | Details
Friday, March 27
U.S. Alpine Tech Championships | Details
Ski Morning Meditations | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Michael Jude & John Michel | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Snowmass | Details
JAS café | Jamison Ross B-3 Trio | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm | The Collective
Saturday, March 28
VIK (Very Important Kid) Face Painting | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | The Collective
Live Music: Tim and Kristine Duo | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Snowmass | Details
Party on the Rink | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
JAS café | Jamison Ross B-3 Trio | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm and 8:15 pm - 9:30 pm | The Collective
Sunday, March 29
VIK (Very Important Kid) – Magician | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Sake Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Sake Snowmass
David Dyer on Piano | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Richard Ganson | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Tuesday, March 31
Sampling with Jeffersons & Goslings | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Base Camp
VIK (Very Important Kid) Aspen Science Center | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | The Collective
Aspen Film Shortsfest | Details
After what feels like the longest month of the year, February will be gone before we can blink. Lucky for us, there is one extra day this month. We’ve scouted out what’s happening around town and in the valley all month long.
Wednesday, February 5
Avalanche Terrain Safety | 5:30 - 7:00 pm | Here House @ Local
Thursday, February 6
Preschool Storytime | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Wine Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Slice
VIK (Very Important Kid) Dance & Boogie! | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music: The Miles Markers | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Wine Sampling | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Viceroy
Aspen Cares Theatrical Fashion Show | 8:00 pm | Details via ACRA
Friday, February 7
Ski Morning Meditations | 9:00 am - 9:30 am | The Collective
Game of Stones | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | The Collective
Michael Jude & John Michel | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Foghorn Leghorn Band | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Australian Wine Dinner | Element 47 at The Little Nell | Details
History Ski Tour of Aspen Mountain | 11:00 and 1:00 pm | Details via ACRA
Saturday, February 8
VIK (Very Important Kid) Face Painting | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Shaefer Welch | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Details
Party on the Rink | 5:00 - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Sunday, February 9
Owl Creek Chase | 9:00 am | Details via ACRA
Sunday Brunch | 10:30 - 2:00 pm | Every Sunday! | Here House @ Local
VIK (Very Important Kid) – Magician | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Sake Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Saké
David Dyer on Piano | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Richard Ganson | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Full Moon Dinner | 5:00 - 8:00 pm | Buttermilk | Details via ACRA
Colorado Comedy Night Contest | 6:00 pm | Aspen Laugh Festival | Details via ACRA
Hakan Thornstrom Guest Chef Dinner | Element 47 at The Little Nell | Details
LIVE in Snowmass | Consensual Improv! | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | The Collective
Monday, February 10
History Ski Tour of Aspen Highlands | 11:00 am and 1:00 pm | Details via ACRA
Josephina Mendez & Tim Fox | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Aspen Skating Club & Learn to Skate | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm | The Collective
Tuesday, February 11
History Tour | Hotel Jerome | Details via ACRA
Sampling with Jeffersons & Goslings | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Base Camp
VIK (Very Important Kid) Aspen Science Center | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
ACES Wild Perspectives: Un-bordered Baja California by Bicycle | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Wednesday, February 12
Wheeler Opera House Tour | 1:30 pm | Details via ACRA
Live Music with Shaefer Welch | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Wellness Wednesday | Hidden Health Dangers in the Workplace | 5:30 - 7:00 pm | Here House @ Local
Preschool Storytime | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Wine Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Slice
VIK (Very Important Kid) Dance & Boogie! | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Noreen Pratt | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Viceroy Wine Sampling | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Details
Retro Film Series: Decades of Skiing Aspen/Snowmass | 5:30 - 6:45 pm | Details via ACRA
Jewelry Market | 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Here House @ Local
Friday, February 14
Ski Morning Meditations | 9:00 am - 9:30 am | The Collective
History Ski Tour of Aspen Mountain | 11:00 am and 1:00 pm | Details via ACRA
Game of Stones | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | The Collective
Michael Jude & John Michel | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Harding Hills & Hawes | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Clicquot in the Snow | Ajax Tavern | Details
Local Valentine’s Day Party | 9:00 pm to late | Here House @ Local
Saturday, February 15
VIK (Very Important Kid) Face Painting | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Shaefer Welch | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Party on the Rink | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Violin and Piano Concert | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm | Details
Plant-Based Supper Club | 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Local
Ascendigo Blue Autism Benefit | 7:00 pm | Details
Sunday, February 16
8th Annual Ski for the Pass | 10:00 am | Details via ACRA
VIK (Very Important Kid) – Magician | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Sake Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Sake
David Dyer on Piano | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Richard Ganson | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
LIVE in Snowmass | History “On Stage” Aspen’s Ski Pioneers 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Tuesday, February 18
Archive Tour | Aspen Historical Society | 11:00 am | Details via ACRA
Sampling with Jeffersons & Goslings | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | BaseCamp
VIK (Very Important Kid) Aspen Science Center | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
ACES Wild Perspectives: Hut Week, A Personal & Institutional Journey | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Wednesday, February 19
Aspen Laugh Festival | Through Feb. 22 | Details via ACRA
Wellness Wednesday: Aspen Elevated Health | 5:30 - 7:00 pm | Here House @ Local
Thursday, February 20
Preschool Storytime | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Wine Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Slice
VIK (Very Important Kid) Dance & Boogie! | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with The Miles Markers | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Viceroy Wine Sampling | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Details
JAS Café Series | The Little Nell | Details
Friday, February 21
Ski Morning Meditations | 9:00 am - 9:30 am | The Collective
Game of Stones | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | The Collective
Michael Jude & John Michel | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Details
Live Music with Chris Bank, Mark Johnson & Terry Bannon | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Details
Saturday, February 22
VIK (Very Important Kid) Face Painting | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | The Collective
Party on the Rink | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Sunday, February 23
VIK (Very Important Kid) – Magician | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Sake Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Sake
David Dyer on Piano | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Richard Ganson | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
LIVE in Snowmass | Standup Comedy | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Details
Monday, February 24
Josephina Mendez & Tim Fox | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Aspen Skating Club & Learn to Skate | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm | The Collective
Tuesday, February 25
Sampling with Jeffersons & Goslings | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Base Camp
VIK (Very Important Kid) Aspen Science Center | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
ACES Wild Perspectives: Mindful Running | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Wednesday, February 26
Imagine Climate Launch Party | 6 - 7:30 PM | The Collective
Thursday, February 27
Preschool Storytime | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Wine Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Slice
VIK (Very Important Kid) Dance & Boogie! | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Aspen Public Radio | Tell Me More Tour | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Details
Viceroy Wine Sampling | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Details
Friday, February 28
Ski Morning Meditations | 9:00 am - 9:30 am | The Collective
Game of Stones | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | The Collective
Michael Jude & John Michel | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Beautiful Decay | Aspen Santa Fe Ballet | Through 2/29 | Details via ACRA
Aspen Mountain Film Festival Winter | Through 2/29 | Details via ACRA
Saturday, February 29
Audi Power of Four Ski Mountaineering | 6:00 am start | Details via ACRA
VIK (Very Important Kid) Face Painting | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Shaefer Welch | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Details
Party on the Rink | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
D’Angerville Wine Dinner | Element 47 at The Little Nell | Details
T-Lazy-7 is loving on locals this coming week. Local residents can enjoy select snowmobile tours, including the Maroon Bells Tour, for 50% off! Valid from January 27 - February 1. Call them to book your ride now. Want the full scoop? Scroll down for details.
A new year means a fresh calendar. With these events, your month is sure to be full. From Wintersköl to Gay Ski Week festivities to lots of live music in Snowmass, we’ve scouted out some places to be in January.
Thursday, January 9 – Sunday, January 12
Wintersköl | All day | Aspen and Snowmass
More details here and on the Aspen Chamber Resort Association website
Saturday, January 11
VIK (Very Important Kid) Face Painting | 2:30-4:30 | The Collective
Live Music with Shaefer Welch | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Party on the Rink | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Sunday, January 12
Gay Ski Week Starts | Through Sunday, January 19 | details
VIK (Very Important Kid) Magician | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | The Collective
Sake Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Sake at The Collective
David Dyer on Piano | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Richard Ganson | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Limelight Snowmass
LIVE in Snowmass | Consensual Improv! | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | The Collective
Monday, January 13
Gay Ski Week Aprés | Afternoon | The Little Nell
Josephina Mendez & Tim Fox | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Aspen Skating Club & Learn to Skate | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm | The Collective
Tuesday, January 14
Sampling with Jeffersons & Goslings | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Base Camp Bar and Grill
VIK (Very Important Kid) Aspen Science Center | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
ACES Wild Perspectives: A Brazilian Wildlife Safari | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Wednesday, January 15
Champagne Social | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | State 38
Live Music with Shaefer Welch | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Thursday, January 16
Preschool Storytime | 10:00 am - 10:30 am | The Collective
Wine Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Slice
VIK (Very Important Kid) Dance & Boogie! | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Noreen Pratt | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Limelight Snowmass
Community Bingo | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Collective
Littorai Wine Dinner | 6:30 p.m. | Element 47
Friday, January 17
Aspen History Fireside Chats | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. | The Little Nell
Gay Ski Week Downhill Costume Competition | Aspen Mountain
Michael Jude & John Michel | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Limelight Snowmass
Live Music with Foghorn Leghorn Band | @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Saturday, January 18
VIK (Very Important Kid) Face Painting | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Damien Smith | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Limelight SnowmassParty on the Rink | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Gay Ski Week Friendship Dinner | 6:00 - 10:00 pm | Element 47
Sunday, January 19
VIK (Very Important Kid) Magician | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | The Collective
Sake Sampling | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Sake
David Dyer on Piano | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | The Collective
Live Music with Richard Ganson | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | The Limelight Snowmass
LIVE in Snowmass | History “On Stage” Aspen’s Ski Pioneers | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm | The Collective
Wednesday, January 22
Avalanche Safety | Here House
Thursday, January 23
XGames Aspen commences, through January 26th
Friday, January 24
Aspen History Fireside Chats | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. | The Little Nell
Monday, January 27 - Saturday, February 1
Local’s Appreciation Week for Snowmobile Tours | Daily | T-Lazy-7 | Read more details here
Wednesday, January 29
Wellness Wednesday: Rewire Your Stress Response | 5:30 - 7:30 pm | Here House
Thursday, January 30
Member Mixer | Here House
Friday, January 31
Aspen History Fireside Chats | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. | The Little Nell
The Brand Blueprint Method Workshop | 9:00 - 3:00 pm | The Hello Co.
Celebrating its 69th year, Wintersköl is set to make a mark as we kick off this decade with the return of the beloved Soupsköl, a lineup of plenty of free and family-friendly events, and enough entertainment to appease all music lovers.
This beloved event by and for locals began in 1951 when Aspenites decided to celebrate their unique, alpine lifestyle. Five decades later we can all thank them for the opportunity to celebrate art, film, food, music, mountains, and memories. Unite with your friends and families for a local weekend to remember.
On our list for this year’s Winterskol?
Thursday | Aspen History 101 and a screening of Aspen Extreme.
Friday | Children’s Story Book Hour at The Little Nell in the morning, Soupsköl in the afternoon, and an evening in Snowmass for Ullr nights.
Saturday | Winterfest at Wagner Park around lunchtime, then the Aspen Glow Parade to kick off the evening. Sticking around for the Bonfire, Torchlight Descent, and Fireworks to finish off the evening!
Sunday | Check out the Wintersculpt entries on the Mill Street Mall.
Get the complete lineup of events at the Wintersköl website.
Scouted December Events // Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley
A busy month calls for a full and festive calendar. Read on for a round-up of holiday happenings around town and in the valley.
Friday, December 13 // Aspen History Fireside Chat at The Little Nell
Join AHS at The Little Nell for stories from Aspen’s past! Cozy up by the fireplace to hear about the neighborhood’s mining and skiing history, the hotel’s origins and legendary moments, and more. As part of The Little Nell’s 30th-anniversary celebration, this special program is presented for this ski season only. $15 adult / $12 senior / children 18 and under free / free for hotel guests
Friday, December 13 // History Ski Tour on Aspen Mountain
On select Fridays at 11 AM and 1 PM you can learn about the amazing mining and ski history lying literally beneath your feet as you tour Aspen Mountain with a long-time local historian
Friday, December 13 // 4 - 6 PM // Holiday Tree Lighting in Downtown Basalt
Merry on Midland takes place from 4 to 6 PM with the tree lighting and holiday festivities for the whole family.
Friday, December 13 // 5 - 9 PM // Kelly Peters Art Studio Opening
TSG Aspen artist Kelly Peters opens Straight Line Studio with fellow artist Teal Wilson. Join them in Snowmass Base Village for art and a bit of bubbly to celebrate.
Friday, December 13 - Sunday, December 15 // Passapalooza
Passapalooza grants access to all four Aspen Snowmass mountains for only $59 per day for skiers and riders who have a valid 2019-2020 pass from any ski resort in the world. Enjoy food and drink specials as well as interactive art and light installations in Snowmass Base Village and the Snowmass Mall. Head over to Aspen on December 14th for The Little Nell’s “Party Like It’s 1989” 30th Anniversary extravaganza including live music, ski films and more great deals on food and drinks.
Saturday, December 14 // Party Like It’s 1989
Party (like the year The Little Nell opened) from 3 – 9 pm for an après ski extravaganza. The party kicks off at Chair 9 with a DJ spinning from 3:30 – 7:30 pm. Starting at 6 pm, head Downstairs at The Nell where an ‘80s cover band will play hits from The Nell’s early years and the costume contest takes place with a chance to win a deluxe winter stay at the hotel. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and a cash bar serving drinks including '80s themed cocktails. Suggested attire: vintage ski apparel.
Monday, December 16 // History Ski Tour at Aspen Highlands
On select Mondays at 11 AM and 1 PM, ski with a volunteer historian to learn about Aspen Highlands' "maverick," innovative, and unique past.
Tuesday, December 17 // The Scout Guide Aspen Volume 7 Launches
Keep an eye on your inbox! We sent out details on our pop-up party happening from 4 - 6 PM on the 17th in Aspen!
Wednesday, December 18 // World Snow Polo Championship Starts
The glitz, glamour, and excitement take center stage at one of the world's top snow polo tournaments and only snow polo event in North America.
In front of an expected sellout crowd and worldwide ChukkerTV audience, five days of events will be held during the final stop on the World Polo Tour.
Wednesday, December 18 // 5 - 7 PM // Ice Bumper Cars at The Collective
16 ice bumper cars arrive in Snowmass Village and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis from 5 to 7 PM daily until January 2. $20 for 10 minutes per rider.
Friday, December 20 // 5 - 8 PM // Action in Africa 5th Annual Fundraiser
Join Action In Africa for an inspirational evening at their 5th Annual Winter Fundraiser! This organization started at Aspen High School and has since grown into a national non-profit serving to educate and serve people in Uganda.
Friday, December 20 // 3 - 5 PM // Game of Stones at The Collective
Curling comes to Snowmass with the Game of Stones curling series at The Rink in Snowmass Base Village! Teams of two will compete in a head-to-head elimination competition. The first team that reaches 10 points wins!
Game of Stones will take place from 3 to 5 p.m., registration will occur at the ice skating rink prior to the event.
Friday, December 20 // Aspen History Fireside Chat at The Little Nell
Join AHS at The Little Nell for stories from Aspen’s past! Cozy up by the fireplace to hear about the neighborhood’s mining and skiing history, the hotel’s origins and legendary moments, and more. As part of The Little Nell’s 30th-anniversary celebration, this special program is presented for this ski season only. $15 adult / $12 senior / children 18 and under free / free for hotel guests
Friday, December 20 // 12 Days of Aspen Begins
The annual Aspen Chamber Resort Association event kicks off on Friday, December 20 with Santa and his reindeer on the mall from 2:30 - 5:30 PM and a free showing of The Polar Express at the Wheeler. With something for everyone leading up to New Year’s Eve (including fireworks!), this annual event is one not to miss. Get the complete calendar of events.
Saturday, December 21 - Tuesday, December 24 // All day // Holiday Market at Here House
Stop by Here House, next to Local Coffee Aspen, and check out their holiday market featuring skincare, accessories, jewelry, photos, and home goods. There will be mulled wine and hot apple cider (plus, you can always grab a cup of coffee next door) and kids are welcome. Gift wrapping is available (score!), and members of Here House and guests of the St. Regis receive discounts.
Saturday, December 21 - Tuesday, December 24 // 2 - 4 PM // Santa’s Village at The Collective
The North Pole comes to The Collective where Santa himself is available to hear the last-minute requests from girls and boys. Complimentary photos with Santa are offered daily regardless of which of his lists you may find yourself on.
Sunday, December 22 // 3 - 4 PM // Sake Tastings at Sake
Try something new every week, presented by the in house expert at Sake.
Sunday, December 22 // 4:30 - 5 PM // Menorah Lighting at The Collective
Celebrated the beginning of Hanukkah with a menorah-lighting ceremony and traditional prayer led by local, Alyssa Genshaft. Stick around for some delicious food from mix6 while playing a few games of dreidel.
Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 // Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinners at The Little Nell
Element 47 and Ajax Tavern are open with Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinners serving up holiday favorites.
Thursday, December 26 // 3 - 4 PM // Wine Tasting at Slice
Free wine tasting every Thursday through the ski season.
Friday, December 27 // 3 - 5 PM // Game of Stones at The Collective
Curling comes to Snowmass with the Game of Stones curling series at The Rink in Snowmass Base Village! Teams of two will compete in a head-to-head elimination competition. The first team that reaches 10 points wins! Game of Stones will take place from 3 to 5 p.m., registration will occur at the ice skating rink prior to the event.
December 28 // 4 - 7 PM // Live Music with Chris Bank, Mark Johnson & Terry Bannon at The Collective
The trio of Chris Bank (guitar/vocals) Mark Johnson (sax /percussion) and Terry Bannon (keyboards/vocals) have been performing together in the Aspen area for over 25 years dating back to the Little Nell, Syzygy, and more recently Casa Tua. They have also performed for many corporate events and weddings playing a variety of genres including rhythm & blues, jazz, funk, and pop. Whether you’re into sitting back and grooving or getting down on the dance floor this group is guaranteed to satisfy.
Monday, December 30 // Audi Ajax Cup
Benefiting the Aspen Valley Ski and Snowboard Club’s 2,300-plus athletes, as well as its scholarships and programs, the Audi Ajax Cup features head-to-head slalom races on the storied run of Little Nell at Aspen Mountain. Cheer on the racers as they navigate the challenging course, and then stick around for an après ski party at the base of the mountain.
Tuesday, December 31 // 10 PM - 2 AM // The Dom Pérignon Party
For their Pearl Anniversary celebration, the world’s your oyster at The Little Nell on New Year’s Eve with endless entertainment and bottomless Dom Pérignon. The all-inclusive ticket provides access to top-shelf liquor, sweet and savory bites, oysters on the half-shell, a gourmet cheese bar and more. The hotel’s transformation into a chic circus scene translates to entertainment flowing throughout the outlets with musical acts and acrobats. Count down to midnight as dancers light up the courtyard with a fire show leading up to the fireworks display over Aspen Mountain. Tickets are $650++ per person.
Tuesday, December 31 // 7 PM and 11 PM // Clicquot Cats
The ultimate slopeside experience combines The Little Nell’s five-star service and Veuve Clicquot’s La Grande Dame champagne with coveted access to Aspen Mountain. Just three snowcats for up to 12 guests each are available for a choice of the 8 pm or midnight fireworks shows. First, arrive to a private Veuve Clicquot lounge in the Silver Queen Gondola Building replete with a DJ and drinks. Next, board your private snowcat to be driven to an exclusive seating area overlooking Aspen with chairs, plush blankets, and a glowing fire pit. Here, you’ll be greeted with front row seating to the fireworks show over Aspen Mountain, A dedicated server will be your host, serving champagne, caviar, blinis, and other savory delights. $12,000++ to reserve a snowcat, includes all 12 guest spots, plus food & beverage.
We’ve rounded up where to sightsee, shop, and unwind for the rest of July.
July 20 - 21 // Aspen Arts Festival is here! Visit Paepcke Park from 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday and Sunday, with an abundance of art, photography, sculptures, and jewelry from local and national artists on display. Stop by the booth for Caitlin Dunn Jewelry and say hello!
July 20 // Last day of Fernando Jorge Trunk Show at Meridian Jewelers. See the Designer of the Year and the pieces in person.
July 21 // Bluegrass Sunday at the Sundeck atop Aspen Mountain. Head up the mountain and tune into an afternoon of music.
July 22 // Terry Thiese Wine Dinner at The Little Nell, with a selection fo wines paired with a four-course menu from Executive Chef Matt Zubrod. Get the details here.
July 23 - 24 // Enjoy the Irene Neuwirth Trunk Show at Meridian Jewelers.
July 25 - 27 // Award-winning craftsman Alex Sepkus is at Elliott Yeary Gallery for a jewelry Trunk Show, featuring gorgeous handcrafted 18K gold and platinum with unique and colorful gemstones and diamonds.
July 26 - 28 // K. Brunini Trunk Show is at Meridian Jewelers for three days, with a personal appearance by the jeweler.
July 26 - 28 // Visit Caitlin Dunn Jewelry at the Carbondale Mountain Fair, at Sopris Park.
July 28 // The Sundeck atop Aspen Mountain hosts Liver Down the River today for Bluegrass Sunday.
Mondays through Fridays // Mountaintop Yoga at the top of Aspen Mountain at 10:30 AM. Ride the gondola (fee) or hike up and enjoy the $10 class. Grab details here.