Monday, October 20
Aspen’s Past to Present Tour (Mondays & Thursdays, 10:00 am, Downtown Aspen) This classic historical walking tour of Aspen tells its history from humble mining camp to world famous resort. A casual 12 block stroll through historic downtown Aspen acclimatizes you to Aspen's energy and possibility. A great experience for both the first-time visitor and the regular. This tour visits historic landmarks of Aspen including the Wheeler Opera House, the Red Onion, the Pitkin County Courthouse & the Hotel Jerome among others when accessible. To reserve your tour, click here.
Board Game Night (5:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Looking for a fun way to spend your Monday night? Bring your friends and family together for a free board game night at MOLLIE! MOLLIE Aspen has a curated collection of board games and card games available for you to use, from beloved classics to new favorites. As the autumn evenings get cozier, grab a seat by the fire and enjoy a drink and some snacks from the bar. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, share stories, and make lasting memories. All ages are welcome, so come as you are and let the games begin! To learn more, click here.
Tuesday, October 21
Tuesday Birding (8:00 am, Hallam Lake) Discover the diverse birdlife of the Roaring Fork Valley with ACES on select Tuesday mornings throughout the year. Birders of all experience levels are welcome! Outings begin with a brief orientation, followed by birding in the field. You will explore bird activity in a variety of local habitats at these ACES sites and at other nearby birding hot spots. Every outing offers rich opportunities to learn about bird behavior, identification, migration, and local habitats. This class requires advanced registration to ensure appropriate planning for the field experience. Participants must register by 5pm on the day prior to the outing. To learn more and register, click here.
Aspen’s Off the Beaten Path Tour (Tuesday & Friday, 10:00 am, Downtown Aspen) The Off the Beaten Path Scenic Tour brings guests through lesser visited areas around Aspen that capture its Victorian charm and natural beauty. Stroll through the streets of the Victorian neighborhood of the West End highlighting Aspen’s history and walk along the Roaring Fork River & the Rio Grande Trail connecting with nature. This tour is a healthy walk lasting approximately 90 minutes. It’s a great way to acclimatize to Aspen’s altitude during a visitor's first few days in Aspen. To register, click here!
Aspen’s DarkSide Ghost Tour (Tuesday & Thursday – Sunday, 7:00 pm, Downtown Aspen) True stories of Aspen's tarnished past of Ghosts, Murder & Mayhem from 1879 to today on an entertaining evening walk. This tour visits some of Aspen Colorado’s most haunted places and tells the stories behind them as well as some truly darker happenings. This is a great tour for the whole family or just the adults. To register, click here.
Wednesday, October 22
Skills Lab: Mushrooms (5:30 pm, CMC Morgridge Teaching Kitchen) Unlock the magic of mushrooms! Learn how to pickle, fry, sear, and incorporate this superfood into your diet. Students must be at least 17 years of age. Course registration closes at noon the day of class. Chef Kristi Keasler. To register, click here.
Humans 2.0 by Circa (6:30 pm, Wheeler Opera House) A symphony of acrobatics, sound and light, this is next level circus by Circa. Ten bodies appear in a flash of light. They move in harmony for a fleeting moment and then descend into a sinuous trance. Towers grow and decay, bodies leap and are caught, as physical limits are pushed to their extreme. Can we ever find a perfect balance or is adapting to constant change the only way forward? This next chapter of Circa’s internationally acclaimed Humans is a tightly woven choreography of bodies, pulsing with music by composer Ori Lichtik and revealed in Paul Jackson’s dramatic lighting. Created by circus visionary Yaron Lifschitz, Humans 2.0 is intimate, primal and deeply engaged with the challenge of being human. To purchase tickets, click here.
Trivia Night (7:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Gather your cleverest friends and head to MOLLIE for a lighthearted night of trivia, cocktails, and a little friendly competition. Whether you’re a pop culture pro, a history buff, or just in it for the laughs, there’s a place at the table for you. Teams of 2–6 are welcome. Please specify your team’s size by selecting multiple attendees when you register. Walk-ins welcome, as space permits. Participation includes a shot at glory, bragging rights, and fun prizes each week. Come early for a cocktail—stay for the trivia! To register, click here.
Thursday, October 23
The Art of Skiing: AVSC and the Ajax Cup (Monday - Friday, CMC Aspen) Plans are in place for this year’s Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club’s Audi Ajax Cup on Dec. 30. Now in its 16th year, the Ajax Cup is the club’s largest fundraiser of the year where 16 teams race in a dual GS on Little Nell, while paired with a pro or ski legend. Before the festivities begin, Colorado Mountain College Aspen is hosting “The Art of Skiing: AVSC and the Ajax Cup,” where attendees can view many of the past years’ poster designs. The exhibit will stay up at the Aspen campus through Nov. 21. To learn more, click here.
Impressive Charcuterie Boards (5:30 pm, CMC Morgridge Teaching Kitchen) This hands on class will teach tips to create tasty displays to wow guests with a variety of meats, cheeses, and more. Students must be at least 17 years of age. Course registration closes at noon the day of class. Chef Amy Hausman. To register, click here.
Live Music Night (6:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Join MOLLIE Aspen in their cozy lobby restaurant and bar for live music with Karl Bertrand. Karl Bertrand, a prolific songwriter, guitarist, and producer from Saratoga Springs, NY, has deeply immersed himself in the local and regional music scene. This has allowed him to cultivate a vast repertoire of original and cover songs that draw equally from folk, jam, bluegrass, and jazz. Since 2019, he has released an impressive eleven studio albums, ranging from his signature songwriting to soothing ambient compositions, and has also produced several of his friends’ projects. Splitting his time between New York and Colorado, Karl is a dedicated performer who plays a variety of venues from bars to breweries, whether in a solo, duo, trio, or full-band format. To learn more, click here.
Friday, October 24
The Claw | 2nd – 6th Grade Fall Musical (Friday & Saturday, Aspen District Theater) Theatre Aspen Education Presents The Claw — A New Fall Musical for Young Performers. Theatre Aspen Education invites the community to its 2nd–6th Grade Fall Musical, The Claw, a heartwarming and imaginative new children’s musical written by Denver Casado, Jessica Penzias, Kerry Kazmierowicztrimm, Christyn Budzyna, and Jack Mitchell, and directed by Alicia Millerson. When an out-of-order claw machine suddenly turns back on, the toys inside spring to life! The Flair Bears, Mighty Mutant Power Turtles, and Beanie Elders are eager to be “chosen,” but for one toy—a shy stuffed cow named Dot—the unknown world beyond the glass is frightening. With help from her friends, Dot learns to face her fears and discover courage in unexpected places. To purchase tickets, click here.
Legends of Native American Comedy (7:00 pm, Wheeler Opera House) Get ready for a powerhouse evening of laughter, culture, and storytelling as “Legends of Native American Comedy” brings three acclaimed Indigenous comedians to the Wheeler stage. This high-energy showcase features Jim Ruel, Ernest Tsosie III, and Monique Moreau—each offering a unique perspective and voice rooted in Native experience and identity. To learn more about the comedians and purchase tickets, click here.
Trevor Hall (7:30 pm, Belly Up Aspen) Trevor Hall and The Great In-Between marks the start of a new era for musician Trevor Hall. Releasing September 15th, 2023 on Hall’s own 3 Rivers Label, the highly-anticipated record delivers a future-folk masterpiece anchored in Hall’s beloved style, while simultaneously bringing a refreshing new sound to the forefront. Created solely within the confines of a barn-turned-studio in his own backyard, this record marks the first of Hall’s career where he helmed every aspect of the production process. Penned without external influence and from a purely creative and explorative space, Trevor Hall and the Great In-Between unveils raw and unfiltered facets of Hall that remain undiscovered. Read more about Trevor Hall and purchase tickets here.
Saturday, October 25
Aspen Parkrun (9:00 am, Herron Park) The city of Aspen recreation department is excited to announce the return of the Aspen parkrun series, starting May 3. Parkrun is a free, weekly 5k event where participants are welcome to walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate. This year, the community run series will feature a new course that starts and ends at Herron Park in downtown Aspen and follows an out-and-back route on the Rio Grande Trail. After the race, Swedish Hill bakery from the Aspen Art Museum will provide free drip coffee and a 10% discount on pastries for all park runners. Dogs are welcome on the course but must remain leashed. Registration: First-time participants must register at parkrun.us/aspen to receive their unique barcode. To learn more, click here.
Aspen’s Ute Cemetery Tour (4:00 pm, Ute Cemetery) Experience the eerie ambiance of Aspen's Ute Cemetery Tour this Halloween Season, a journey that delves into the tales of the town's pioneering souls resting eternally in this forsaken burial ground. This haunting adventure lasts for 60 minutes and advance reservations are a must. To reserve a spot, click here.
An Evening with 40oz. To Freedom (9:00 pm, Belly Up Aspen) ‘40oz to Freedom’ is an accomplished and highly energetic Sublime tribute band and winner of the 2010 San Diego Music Award for Best Tribute Artist. 40oz has toured the entire US, Canada, and Mexico for more than 16 years, amassing a loyal and enthusiastic following. They are authentically the closest thing to Sublime, since Sublime. 40oz was founded in SoCal in 2007 and is currently based in Denver, CO. To purchase tickets, click here.
Sunday, October 26
Bridges for Understanding (9:30 am, Aspen Community Church) Aspen Community Church invites all members of the valley and beyond to embark on a transformative journey this September and October, with an 8-week series dedicated to exploring unity, justice, and spiritual connection across the world’s faith traditions. Gathering each Sunday at 9:30 am in the heart of Aspen, the series welcomes everyone—regardless of background—for a season of thought-provoking events, open dialogue, and deep reflection. To read more about the series, click here.
Leisure Hike (Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am, East Aspen Hunter Creek Trail) This light hike connects trails, hidden neighborhoods and nature paths east of town along the Roaring Fork River and the Hunter Creek. The majority of the hike is adjacent to tranquil flowing bodies of water. To register, click here.
Highlights of Aspen Tour (Saturday & Sunday, 12:00 pm, Downtown Aspen) Embark on a leisurely stroll through town, where intriguing historical narratives, enchanting storytelling, and fascinating tidbits effortlessly blend together. This 60-minute scenic walk not only acquaints you with the local heritage but also grants you a genuine sense of belonging, acting as a splendid springboard to fully indulge in the abundant wonders that Aspen has to offer. To learn more or register, click here.
Monday, October 27
Aspen’s Past to Present Tour (Mondays & Thursdays, 10:00 am, Downtown Aspen) This classic historical walking tour of Aspen tells its history from humble mining camp to world famous resort. A casual 12 block stroll through historic downtown Aspen acclimatizes you to Aspen's energy and possibility. A great experience for both the first-time visitor and the regular. This tour visits historic landmarks of Aspen including the Wheeler Opera House, the Red Onion, the Pitkin County Courthouse & the Hotel Jerome among others when accessible. To reserve your tour, click here.
Common Reader- Author Visit- Bicycling with Butterflies (12:00 pm, CMC Aspen) CMC is thrilled to welcome Sara Dykman to their campuses this fall! Sara is the author of Bicycling with Butterflies, CMC's Common Reader. Grab a free copy at CMC Aspen. Join CMC Aspen for an inspiring evening as Sara shares her remarkable story of perseverance, adventure, and environmental passion. To read more about Sara Dykman and her book, or register for the author talk, click here.
Board Game Night (5:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Looking for a fun way to spend your Monday night? Bring your friends and family together for a free board game night at MOLLIE! MOLLIE Aspen has a curated collection of board games and card games available for you to use, from beloved classics to new favorites. As the autumn evenings get cozier, grab a seat by the fire and enjoy a drink and some snacks from the bar. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, share stories, and make lasting memories. All ages are welcome, so come as you are and let the games begin! To learn more, click here.
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