Fall in Aspen is a time to be celebrated, and we're not just referring to the vibrant colors that decorate the town. Each year, our arts & culture community save some of their most coveted events for autumn, where the talent matches the vibrancy of the colors of the changing season. Get inspired by the season around you and some of these favorite arts & culture events not to be missed this season in the list below!
Theatre Aspen's Solo Flights. Solo Flights is an annual week-long developmental festival of one-person shows presented in the beginning stages of their making. In addition to the performances, Solo Flights features signature events including talkbacks, creative discussions & panels, and special receptions. The fifth annual Solo Flights Festival will be held September 5 – 11, 2024 at Theatre Aspen’s Hurst Theatre. This year Theatre Aspen is thrilled to bring six carefully curated new works to Aspen!
The Annual Aspen Film Festival: Taking place this fall from September 17-22 the Aspen Filmfest is an intimate affair that allows participants to view new releases, sneak previews, surprise films and favorites from the festival circuit. A noncompetitive festival, join us in viewing fall previews, acclaimed independent films from the international festival circuit, and other narrative and documentary features. 
Head over to Anderson Ranch and celebrate art, culture, and community on Saturday, September 21st, from 1 to 5 PM at the Festival del Rancho! Celebrate Latinx/e and Hispanic culture through art, dance, music, food, and more! Learn more here.
The music of the beloved John Denver will be celebrated at various venues around Aspen October 2-7. Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon have toured across the country and internationally delighting audiences with their talent, warmth, humor and passion for the music of John Denver. With the show’s captivating performance and stunning visuals of nature, they return to the Wheeler Opera House stage to perform many of John Denver’s famous hits such as Rocky Mountain High, Take Me Home, Country Roads, Annie’s Song, Sunshine and many others in an unforgettable concert in tribute to one of the greatest artists of our time.
Jazz Nights at The Little Nell. Experience fine dining and live jazz music at Element 47 on Thursday evenings from 6:30-9 pm through September. The Little Nell has banded with Jazz Aspen Snowmass to present a captivating jazz duo on the patio. Engage in the culinary delights of their Michelin-recommended restaurant, featuring creative cocktails and an award-winning wine selection perfectly complementing our seasonal dishes.
Ongoing history tours with the Aspen Historical Society: Join the AHS for guided tours of the historical sites and scenes around Aspen, a fun and and educational way to explore area history. You can expect to explore the detailed history at the following Aspen locations: The Hotel Jerome, Victorian West End, Red Butte Cemetery, Historical Downtown, bauhaus architectural walking tour and more! Book your tour online here.
Explore Aspen Art Museum's exhibits through September including: In the House of the Trembling Eye:an exhibition staged by Allison Katz, Lena Henke: You and your vim, and Nairy Baghramian: Sitzengebliebene (Stay Downers).
Live music at Belly Up Aspen will be performed throughout the autumn months, leaving us all dancing until ski season arrives. A few fall headliners you can expect to see at Belly Up Aspen are Atmosphere, Willi Carlisle, Bombargo and more. Purchase your tickets online here.
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Whatever you do, we want you to make fall count this year. Get inspired in our video below!
