Monday, November 25
A La Carte Experiences with Aspen Historical Society (9:00 am, Aspen) Hire a history guide for custom experiences on your schedule, offered during off seasons based on staff availability. Choose from a menu of tour options, visits to the sites, or dream up your own history adventure with Aspen Historical Society’s interpretive guides and historians. Available options include the four historical sites as well as guided tours such as the Electric Vehicle “Coach” Tour, Historical Downtown Walking Tour, and more. Click here for the complete menu of tours and details
Dining in Aspen (All day, Downtown Aspen) The shoulder season is a great time to slow down after a busy summer, get ready for winter, and reconnect with our charming town. Discover what restaurants are still open to experience special off-season deals here.
Tuesday, November 26
Story Art (11:00 am, Pitkin County Library) Join Aspen Art Museum at at the Pitkin County Library on Tuesday, November 26 for Story Art—a FREE drop-in program specially designed for young children and their parents or caregivers that combines the magic of storytelling with creative art activities inspired by children’s storybook readings.
Exhibition Tours (2:00 pm, Aspen Art Museum) Join the Aspen Art Museum Tuesdays at 2 PM for a museum exhibition tour! Explore a variety of exhibitions, appreciate the architecture, and engage in captivating conversations. Share your thoughts, ask questions, and connect with fellow art enthusiasts. Tours and workshops are perfect for art lovers, curious minds, and anyone seeking inspiration.
Wednesday, November 27
Heji Shin’s America: Part One Exhibition at Aspen Art Museum (10:00 am, Aspen Art Museum) Heji Shin’s America: Part One presents newly commissioned photographs by Heji Shin (b. 1976, Seoul, Korea), an artist based between New York City and the Catskill Mountains. Over the past decade, Shin has generated indelible images that refract and consequently shape visual culture. Previous series include images of crowning babies, screeching roosters, infamous popstars and jocular pigs. Vitality assumes unexpected forms within this exhibition, which features photographs of rockets in mid-air and waves crashing on rocky shoreline.
Thursday, November 28
Thanksgiving Day (All Day, Downtown Aspen) Explore all the Thanksgiving specials and dinners taking place in Aspen this year. With both to-go and full-service options available, find the perfect meal to enjoy after a day on the slopes.
Skiing (All Day, Aspen Mountain) Hit the slopes this Thanksgiving Day! With top-to-bottom skiing on Ajax and fresh snow in the forecast, it’s the perfect way to kick off your holiday before indulging in Thanksgiving dinner.
Friday, November 29
Movie Night for Kids (4:00 pm, Explore Booksellers) Bring the kids to Explore for a movie while you browse the books and have some cozy down time. Bring your own snacks/drinks please.
Locals Night at Belly Up Aspen (9:30pm, Belly Up Aspen) Celebrate a local night at Belly Up Aspen with LO_G, Golden and Set Break. To purchase tickets and learn more about the event click here.
Saturday, November 30
Bauhaus Typography at 100 (3:00 pm, Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies) See the current exhibition, Bauhaus Typography at 100 which explores the school’s unique legacy in graphic design and typography through artifacts of its own making – its books, magazines, course materials, product catalogs, stationery, promotional fliers, and other ephemera — as well as objects created by its many students and teachers before and after the time of the school. The exhibition draws a throughline from the Bauhaus’s iconic style to the shape of typography today. For more information and to sign up for a tour, click here.
Chef Biju Thomas Indian Dinner (6:00 pm, Element 47) Join The Little Nell in welcoming back the incomparable Chef Biju Thomas, whose South Indian heritage infuses every dish with intricate layers of flavor. Experience his masterful blend of vibrant spices, textures, and colors in an evening that celebrates culinary artistry. For this special evening, Chef Biju presents his signature chaat-style cuisine—a joyful celebration of contrasts and harmonies on the plate.
The Spazmatics at Belly Up (9:00 pm, Belly Up Aspen) The Ultimate 80’s tribute! The Spazmatics were born in the spring of 1983 when physics professor Kevin Stigwood of Alta Dena High in Thousand Oaks California, lost a debate over String Theory to an upstart pupil in front of the entire student body and faculty. As agreed to by both parties, the loser would have to do anything that the winner demanded, and the victorious prodigy demanded that Mr. Stigwood perform “She Blinded Me With Science” by Thomas Dolby during half-time at an upcoming state basketball championship game. To purchase tickets and learn more click here.
Sunday, December 1
Dining in Aspen (All day, Downtown Aspen) The shoulder season is a great time to slow down after a busy summer, get ready for winter, and reconnect with our charming town. Discover what restaurants are still open to experience special off-season deals here.
The MOLLIE Standard Cocktail Competition (4:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Enjoy a hands-on experience as MOLLIE's expert mixologists guide you through the art of cocktail making, with all supplies included. Perfect for enthusiasts looking to elevate their mixology skills, or beginners excited to learn the ins and outs of iconic cocktails. Shake, stir, and sip your way to cocktail mastery. Join MOLLIE Aspen from 4:00 PM -6:00 PM to boost your skills. If you are a returning attendee, bring back your mixology starter set and attend class for a discounted rate!
Monday, December 2
Aspen’s Past to Present Tour (1:00 pm, Downtown Aspen) This classic historical walking tour of Aspen tells it’s 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. Tour reservations are required, click here to make your reservation and learn more.
A La Carte Experiences with Aspen Historical Society (9:00 am, Aspen) Hire a history guide for custom experiences on your schedule, offered during off seasons based on staff availability. Choose from a menu of tour options, visits to the sites, or dream up your own history adventure with Aspen Historical Society’s interpretive guides and historians. Available options include the four historical sites as well as guided tours such as the Electric Vehicle “Coach” Tour, Historical Downtown Walking Tour, and more. Click here for the complete menu of tours and details
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