Monday, July 14
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.
Aspen Mountain Yoga (Monday – Friday, 10:30 am, Aspen Sundeck) Rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit with an all-levels yoga class atop Aspen Mountain, led by one of the renowned instructors from Aspen Shakti, Aspen's Institute for fully alive living. Experience a sanctuary for your body, mind and spirit. Presented by Aspen Shakti, this popular program includes an hour of open-air Hatha yoga taught by Jayne Gottlieb and the Aspen Shakti Team! All levels are welcome. Learn more here.
Neighborhood History Tour: Meadows and West End (10:30 am, Paepcke Building) A guided walking tour through Aspen’s famed West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, Aspen Institute, and the Wheeler/Stallard Museum campuses. Learn little-known facts about the area, from native Ute activity to the former racetrack and rodeo, on a stroll past the neighborhood’s countless historical homes – immaculate examples of Victorian and midcentury modern architecture – while hearing stories of the people who lived there and the town that bustled around them. To register, click here.
Mamma Mia! Presented By Theatre Aspen (Full Schedule, Hurst Theatre) Set on a sun-drenched Greek island, Mamma Mia! is a heartwarming and hilarious tale of love, friendship, and self-discovery, told through the iconic songs of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, Sophie dreams of a perfect day—one that includes her father walking her down the aisle. The only problem? She doesn’t know who he is. After secretly inviting three men from her mother’s past, Sophie sets off on a journey to uncover the truth, leading to unexpected surprises, laughter, and a celebration of love in all its forms. For nearly 25 years, audiences worldwide have been swept away by Mamma Mia!—the ultimate feel-good musical packed with unforgettable hits, dazzling dance numbers, and non-stop fun. With ABBA’s timeless songs driving the story, this enchanting show is a guaranteed smash hit that will have you dancing in your seat and singing along all the way home! To purchase tickets, click here.
Tuesday, July 15
Tuesday Birding (7:00 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 register, click here!
Sunset Tuesdays at Elk Camp (4:00 pm, Snowmass Mountain) Extend your mountain adventure into the evening with Sunset Tuesdays at Elk Camp. Ride the gondola for free and take in the beauty of the Elk Mountains at golden hour, with live music, food specials, and unbeatable views. Looking for more thrills? Purchase tickets to experience Lost Forest’s zipline, ropes course, Alpine Coaster, and more. Enjoy beautiful summer nights at Elk Camp in Snowmass during Sunset Tuesdays. Click here to learn more.
Take Flight (6:00 pm, Hotel Jerome) Discover a truly bespoke wine tasting experience, where gorgeous movement by DanceAspen artists is paired with inspired wines curated by Christine Stiver, Wine Director of the Jerome. To purchase tickets, click here.
WE ARE GUARDIANS (7:30 pm, Isis Theatre) WE ARE GUARDIANS offers an intimate portrayal of the lives ensnared within this crisis, bringing a multitude of voices from this complex landscape to the forefront. Indigenous forest guardian Marçal Guajajara and Indigenous leader Puyr Tembé stand at the frontlines of this fight, risking everything to protect their ancestral lands and way of life from relentless invasions and deforestation. To them, the Amazon is not just home—it is life itself, worth every sacrifice to ensure its survival for future generations. To purchase tickets, click here.
Rooftop Movie Night (8:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Get ready for a fun Tuesday evening! MOLLIE Aspen's Rooftop Movie Night will be showing The Never Ending Story (1984, PG). Enjoy the movie with incredible views, plus gourmet treats and craft drinks on the Roof Terrace. Free to attend! Please be aware: some films are rated R (17+). Space is limited and advance registration is recommended. Register here!
Wednesday, July 16
Exhibition Opening: Ute Knowledge: Colorado’s Original Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (12:00 pm, AHS Archives Building) On display in the Archives Building Community Gallery, this special exhibit from History Colorado and the National Science Foundation tells the story of how Ute Indians have used science, technology, engineering, and math to survive and thrive in the Rocky Mountains through interactives, short films, maps, images, and stories from Ute elders and youth. The exhibit was created as a part of the Ute STEM Project, a collaboration between History Colorado, the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, the Ute Indian Tribe of the Uintah and Ouray Reservation, the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe, archaeologists, and ethnobotanists. The Ute people are Colorado’s longest continuous residents, and they have thrived here through their deep understanding of, and a connection to, the Colorado landscape and environment. Displayed with the visiting exhibit, Aspen Historical Society’s own traveling exhibit, Seasons of the Nuche: Transitions of the Ute People, follows the history of the Ute people locally and throughout the American West. To complement both exhibits, AHS Educator and Ute tribal member Skyler Lomahaftewa will host Ute/Indigenous Culture Conversations on Tuesdays at 11am and Wednesdays at 3pm to share his perspective on Ute and Indigenous history and culture. To learn more, click here.
Kids Summer Film Series (11:00 am, Isis Theatre) Join Aspen Film for their Summer Kids Series every Wednesday this summer! From June 18 to August 20, catch family-friendly animated films on the big screen for only $3 per ticket or enhance the experience with the specially priced Kids Summer Series Snack Pack—a great deal at just $6, featuring popcorn, a small fountain drink, and small fruit snack. Purchase a ticket here to catch a screening of Spiderman Into The Spider-Verse.
Wheeler Opera House Tour (1:30 pm, Wheeler Opera House) Enjoy a guided tour inside the center of Aspen’s arts and cultural scene since it was built in 1889. This free tour led by the Aspen Historical Society and in partnership with the City of Aspen’s Wheeler Opera House offers an insider’s look at the iconic building, including its recent renovations and storied past. To learn more, click here.
“A Masterpiece Disappeared” Talk and Tour with Andrew Travers (2:00 pm, Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies) Based on his investigation published in January by the Hollywood Reporter, Andrew Travers will share the fascinating and awful story of Herbert Bayer’s “Walk in Space Painting.” The monumental California sculpture, completed in 1981, was the culmination of decades of Bayer work in environmental sculpture and “walk-through” concepts. It disappeared in 2024, apparently destroyed by its current owner. This talk and tour will bring participants up to date on this unsolved mystery and share related artwork on display in the current Bayer Center exhibition Sculpting the Environment: The Three-Dimensional Art of Herbert Bayer. To register, click here.
Ride & Dine Series (3:30 pm, Lower Gondola Plaza) A popular summer tradition with The Little Nell is the Ride + Dine Series, in partnership with Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES). Cyclists are invited to take part, embarking on a journey from Aspen by bike to arrive at the newly re-opened Catto Center at Toklat at Ashcroft for an al fresco dinner. E-bikes are recommended for the 12-mile guided ride from Gondola Plaza to Toklat with an elevation gain of 1,500 feet. In celebration of The Little Nell’s notable wine program, an optional wine pairing add-on will be available for each Ride + Dine. All three events will feature a wine expert or winemaker who will join participants for the ride to Toklat and present a selection of wines at dinner. For additional information or to purchase tickets, click here.
Snowmass Rodeo (5:00 pm, Rodeo Lot Grounds in Snowmass) Enjoy this long-standing tradition every Wednesday night, with music, cowboys and cowgirls, horses, livestock, and family fun. The main event begins at 7pm but when the doors open at 5pm, so does the fun. Head in early for the petting zoo, mechanical bull rides, shopping, and dinner. If your kiddo is up to the challenge of Mutton Bustin’, be sure to sign up at 5:30pm! Rain or shine, the rodeo goes on! Learn more here.
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (7:00 pm, Isis Theatre) One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest tells the story of a free-spirited rogue who takes over the ward of a mental hospital by a combination of chutzpah and ingenuity. The film is based on Ken Kesey’s best-selling novel published in 1962. Using the madhouse to symbolize the individual against the system, the story gets its power from its unforgettable ensemble of characters and accretion of details that reveal what life is about inside a mental institution. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest swept the top five Oscars in 1976, the first film to do so since It Happened One Night in 1934. This Fathom’s Big Screen Classics release includes exclusive insights from Leonard Maltin. To purchase tickets, click here.
Thursday, July 17
Hotel Jerome History Tour (Tuesday & Thursday, 1:30 pm, Hotel Jerome) Bask in the history of Aspen as you relax in the lobby of the iconic Hotel Jerome, which has been at the center of community life since its doors opened in 1889. The program includes a history primer in the lobby followed by a brief tour of the first-floor area to experience the history of Aspen as seen through the eyes of the tastefully restored historic hotel. To register, click here.
Aspen Music Festival and School Summer Season (July 2nd – August 24th) The Aspen Music Festival and School is a world-renowned classical music festival held annually in Aspen, Colorado, attracting some of the world's most talented musicians to perform and teach over an eight-week summer season. Experience a range of world-class performances at venues throughout Aspen, including the Michael Klein Music Tent, Harris Concert Hall, and the Wheeler Opera House. To view the full summer schedule or purchase tickets, click here.
Snowmass Free Concert Series (5:30 pm, Fanny Hill) Join Snowmass for free concerts on Fanny Hill every Thursday night! A favorite summer tradition, the free Thursday night concerts feature a spectrum of sounds with incredible touring artists. This week features The Rumble ft. Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr., who brings an electrifying fusion of Mardi Gras tradition and New Orleans funk, creating a vibrant musical experience that resonates with audiences. Doors open at 5:30pm, and concerts begin at 6:30pm. Grab dinner in the Village before the show or pack a picnic to enjoy inside the venue. To learn more, click here.
Aspen’s DarkSide Ghost Tour (Tuesday & Thursday – Sunday, 8:00 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.
Friday, July 18
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.
The William A. Nitze Community Lecture with Robin Wall Kimmerer (5:00 pm, Paepcke Auditorium) Drawing upon both scientific and indigenous knowledge, this talk explores the covenant of reciprocity, how might we use the gifts and the responsibilities of human people in support of mutual thriving in a time of ecological crisis. Robin Wall Kimmerer is a mother, scientist, decorated professor, and enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. She is the author of Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants, which has earned Kimmerer wide acclaim, including the prestigious MacArthur Award. To register, click here.
JAS Café Summer Series (Friday – Sunday, Aspen Art Museum Rooftop) JAS Café Summer Series features a lineup of talented musicians including Jesus Molina, Judith Owen & The Gentlemen Callers, and Naturally 7. The venue, Aspen Art Museum’s Rooftop, gives listeners the chance to enjoy incredible music in the heart of downtown Aspen. Purchase tickets here!
SIDEPIECE (10:00 pm, Belly Up) SIDEPIECE, the brainchild of Ricky Mears (Nitti) and Dylan Ragland (Party Favor), has racked up some of the most prestigious awards in dance music; nominated for a Grammy for Best Dance Recording in 2021 as well as having the #1 most supported dance record in the world in 2020. The duo has rapidly become one of the most sought after house acts around the world, receiving over half a billion streams on their catalogue, selling out multiple nationwide tours, and commanding the stage of many of the industry’s elite festivals and venues worldwide. To read more and purchase tickets, click here.
Saturday, July 19
Aspen Valley Marathon (Start Time Schedule, Wagner Park) Mark your calendars – July 19th is the date to remember!- Don’t miss out on this exhilarating race through the stunning landscapes of Aspen, Colorado! Join the Aspen Valley Marathon for a one-of-a-kind experience that you’ll cherish forever. Unleash your inner athlete in this picturesque town. Register now, share the excitement, and get ready for an unforgettable race day! Learn more here.
Audi Power of Four Trail Run (Start Times & Locations Vary) The Audi Power of Four Race Series is a premier endurance race series utilizing the unique and amazing terrain of each of the four Aspen Snowmass mountains. Each race is designed to test the limits and skills of both elite and recreational athletes. The event’s signature race is a challenging 50K Ultra that covers the four Aspen Snowmass mountains utilizing a mix of singletrack and dirt road. The event also offers a 25K race along the famed Government Trail covering Buttermilk and Snowmass mountains. As well as a 10K race that starts at Elk Camp Restaurant and traverses across Snowmass down to Fanny Hill. To register or learn more, click here.
Aspen Saturday Market (8:30 am, Downtown Aspen) Spend your Saturday mornings at the Aspen Farmer's Market. Since 1998 it has been a local tradition to stroll through the market buying Colorado-grown produce and Colorado-produced artisan products. The market showcases talented local makers creating treasures from glassware to leatherwear to hats, clothing, jewelry, wood products, paintings, and more, as well as traditional farmer’s market offerings of fruits, vegetables, flowers, local meats, baked goods, and locally distilled spirits. To learn more, click here.
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 Community Rides (9:00 am, Lower Gondola Plaza) Aspen Community Rides, presented by Ventum and Aspen Collection, return this summer. Participation is free for this Saturday series from June 14 – September 6. Participants are asked to meet at 9 am at Aspen Collection’s store on Lower Gondola Plaza, ready to ride at 9:30 am with a bike, water bottles, and all accouterments. There will be two Ventum ambassadors as the group leaders – one to guide at a spirited pace and the other following a no-drop format so no one is left behind. Routes will be posted on Aspen Collection’s Instagram account each week. The average ride duration will range from 1- 2 hours roundtrip depending on the route and group. To learn more, click here.
History Hike: Lower Aspen Mountain (10:00 am, Koch Park) Discover history under your feet as you ascend Aspen Mountain’s western slope to the historical Little Nell ski trail. This moderate hike explores the once-rich silver deposits and the tailings that remain on Aspen’s eponymous hill—a maze of tunnels, mines, and mining remnants—while winding up then down the ski hill’s lower trails. To learn more and register, click here.
Music on the Mountains (1:00 pm, Top of Aspen Mountain) This summer, Music on the Mountain brings the sounds of the Aspen Music Festival and School to the top of Aspen Mountain. Formerly known as Classical Saturdays, this high-altitude concert series offers live performances by some of the most talented young musicians in the world—right in the heart of the Elk Mountains.Beginning at 1 PM each Saturday, students from the prestigious Aspen Music Festival and School showcase their talents across strings, brass, woodwinds, piano, and voice. Concerts are free with the purchase of a gondola ticket, inviting you to pair your scenic ride with a stunning outdoor performance. Breathe in the mountain air, take in the views, and let the music carry you. It’s a one-of-a-kind way to experience the energy, beauty, and creativity that define summer in Aspen. To learn more, click here.
Phantoms (9:30 pm, Belly Up) Composed of Kyle Kaplan and Vinnie Pergola, Phantoms have established themselves as a formidable force in electronic music. Since launching in 2016 with their ‘Broken Halo’ EP, the duo has achieved remarkable success, including their self-titled debut album featuring the chart-topping “Just A Feeling” (ft. Verite), which claimed the #1 spot on US Dance Radio for 4 consecutive weeks and broke SiriusXM/BPM’s Top 20 countdown record. To read more about Phantoms and purchase tickets, click here.
Sunday, July 20
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.
Bluegrass Sundays (12:00 pm, Sundeck atop Aspen Mountain) With the Elk Mountain Range as a backdrop, great drinks and great food from the Sundeck and lots of activities for the kids, this is a perfect way to relax, unwind and spend an afternoon with friends and family. Bluegrass Sundays 2025 schedule to come! Click here to learn more.
Summer Cabaret Series (12:00 pm & 6:00 pm, Hotel Jerome) The show doesn’t stop at the tent! Back by popular demand, the Theatre Aspen Cabaret returns this summer for an expanded engagement, in three distinct one-of-a-kind engagements (brunch & dinner) specially created to complement the mainstage season. These not-to-be-missed events of ensemble and solo performances are sure to be a continuing highlight of the Theatre Aspen summer season. Starring cast members from Theatre Aspen’s Summer Season! July 20th features Summer Superbowl Sunday: celebrate the halfway point of another summer with Theatre Aspen with a collection of your favorite hits from Super Bowl halftime shows! Enjoy an evening of music from the country’s most-watched event of the year from the likes of Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Rihanna, The Weeknd, and more. Learn more here!
Chevy Metal (8:30 pm, Belly Up) Chevy Metal was ignited in 2002 by the rhythmic prowess of Taylor Hawkins and his long time friend and musician Wiley Hodgden. Taylor, recognized worldwide as the iconic drummer for the Foo Fighters, brought a relentless energy to the stage fueled by his infectious passion for classic rock. Wiley, both singer and bass player, was the drum tech for Hawkins at this time. While playing and touring with the Foos, Taylor joined with Wiley to form Chevy Metal as a side hustle cover band that focused on quintessential rock classics mixed with deep cuts. Read more about Chevy Metal and purchase tickets here.
Monday, July 21
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.
Neighborhood History Tour: Meadows and West End (10:30 am, Paepcke Building) A guided walking tour through Aspen’s famed West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, Aspen Institute, and the Wheeler/Stallard Museum campuses. Learn little-known facts about the area, from native Ute activity to the former racetrack and rodeo, on a stroll past the neighborhood’s countless historical homes – immaculate examples of Victorian and midcentury modern architecture – while hearing stories of the people who lived there and the town that bustled around them. To register, click here.
Aspen Mountain Yoga (Monday – Friday, 10:30 am, Aspen Sundeck) Rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit with an all-levels yoga class atop Aspen Mountain, led by one of the renowned instructors from Aspen Shakti, Aspen's Institute for fully alive living. Experience a sanctuary for your body, mind and spirit. Presented by Aspen Shakti, this popular program includes an hour of open-air Hatha yoga taught by Jayne Gottlieb and the Aspen Shakti Team! All levels are welcome. Learn more here.
Hurst Lecture Series (6:00 pm, Paepcke Auditorium) Featuring Kyla Scanlon, financial educator, creator, and author of “In This Economy? How Money and Markets Really Work” in conversation with Rachel Wolfe, economics reporter at The Wall Street Journal. The economy isn’t just numbers—it’s a story we tell ourselves. Scanlon breaks down the hidden forces shaping financial markets, challenges outdated economic assumptions, and explores how public perception drives policy and prosperity. From debunking common myths to reimagining systems that foster inclusive growth, Scanlon offers fresh insights into how money and markets really work—and how they could work better for everyone. Registration is required- click here!
Cinema Under The Stars (8:30 pm, The Lawn at Ajax Tavern) In partnership with Aspen Film, The Little Nell invites you to a signature summer tradition — Cinema Under the Stars. The base of Aspen Mountain transforms into an intimate open-air cinema, complete with cozy seating, curated bites and beverages, and breathtaking views of the night sky. Opt to lounge in luxury with VIP service or relax picnic-style with complimentary General Admission. This year’s featured film is FIELD OF DREAMS (1989), a beloved American sports fantasy drama starring Kevin Costner, Ray Liotta, James Earl Jones, and Burt Lancaster. Follow the moving story of a farmer who, after hearing a mysterious voice, builds a baseball diamond in his cornfield—only to be visited by the ghosts of baseball legends. This heartwarming tale about hope, redemption, and the power of dreams runs 1 hour and 47 minutes and is rated PG. Learn more and register here.
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