This Week in Aspen

History Ski Tour: Aspen Highlands (11:00 am & 1:00 pm, Aspen Highlands) Ski with Aspen/Snowmass Ambassador and volunteer historian Dan Sadowsky to learn about Aspen Highlands’ “maverick,” innovative, and unique past. These one hour tours are offered on Mondays at 11 am and 1 pm. Meets at the guest services cabin outside Merry Go Round This tour takes place on moderate terrain; lift ticket and skis or snowboard required. To learn more, click here.

Aspen’s Past to Present Tour (Monday & Thursday, 1:00 pm, 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 dwntown 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. Native Legend, Mining Folklore & Local Tales bring history to life on an entertaining guided walk. 90 minutes long with distance of approximately 1 mile along sidewalks, pedestrian ways and parks of mostly flat terrain. To register, click here.

Highlights of Aspen Tour (Tuesday & Friday, 1:00 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 reserve a spot, click here.

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. This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome. To register, click here.

“Underground” Archives Tour (3:00 pm, AHS Archives Building) Enjoy a guided behind-the-scenes tour of the AHS Archives and research facility, in areas not generally open to the public! The tour includes insight into the artifact accessioning process, access to the underground vault where much of the AHS Collection is stored, and close-up looks at artifacts of note, plus the new display in the Community Gallery Mountainscapes: Photography of David Hiser.Meets in the Community Gallery in the AHS Archives Building 620 W. Bleeker St. This tour takes place indoors; the underground vault is accessible by stairs only. To register, click here.

Cocktail Masterclass (3:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a hands-on cocktail class led by MOLLIE Aspen's lead bartender. Guests will learn to make two holiday-inspired specialty cocktails using provided tools and ingredients, with expert tips along the way. Shake, stir, sip, and toast to the luck of the Irish. Sláinte! $50 for MOLLIE hotel guests. $75 per person for the public. 21+ Advance registration is recommended as space is limited. Purchase tickets here!

JAS Community Night – Silent Disco W/ DJs Dylan, Takki and Jontre (5:00 pm, Paul JAS Center) Silent Disco at the Paul JAS Center! Every Tuesday, they're turning the spotlight on locals and community members. To celebrate St. Patty’s day – they are hosting a silent disco with DJs Dylan, Takki and Jontre. Free admission to the bar, tickets for the Silent Disco are $25 in advance, $35 at the door. Purchase tickets here!

Lindsay Branham at Explore: Heartwood (5:30 pm, Explore Books) Join environmental psychologist and Emmy-nominated filmmaker Dr Lindsay Branham, artist Laura Betti, and Aspen City Council member John Doyle for an invigorating conversation about the healing and wholeness of trees to celebrate the publication of Lindsay’s book: Heartwood: The Wisdom and Healing Kinship of Trees. Laura Betti creates large-scale, freehand pen-and-ink typographic drawings. Her most recent work, Human//Nature, features lines from Heartwood. John Doyle is a longtime local, an environmentalist and a wood sculptor. Come for a lively exploration on how forests are our guides back into interconnection with the Earth. To learn more, click here.

Winter Music Recital Series: Augustin Hadelich and Francesco Piemontesi in Recital (6:30 pm, Harris Concert Hall) Aspen favorite Augustin Hadelich returns for a rare winter appearance, joined by acclaimed pianist Francesco Piemontesi in his AMFS debut, for the grand finale of the Winter Music Recital Series. Praised by The New York Times for his “gorgeous tone, poignant intensity, and brilliant technique,” Hadelich brings his signature warmth and expressive depth to a program of Debussy, Rameau, Poulenc, and more. Paired with Piemontesi’s “uncanny sensitivity to tonal balance” and ability to “[lay] out distinct voices with different touches” (SF Classical Voice), this evening promises a richly expressive conclusion to Aspen’s winter season. To purchase tickets, click here.

An Evening With Easy Jim (8:00 pm, Belly Up Aspen) “Settle back easy, Jim…” The words of Robert Hunter in the song “Althea” seemed to fit the mold of the band when it began in the fall of 2018. The laid back group of musicians from Gunnison and Crested Butte, Colorado found a common love for the music with one another and a desire to learn and perform the material. The six piece ensemble features the same instrumentation as the Grateful Dead including two drummers and four part vocal harmonies. Easy Jim is known for their exciting original improvisations, high energy performances, and attention to detail. No two shows are ever the same and it’s always Easy Jim’s mission to provide a visceral concert experience that pays tribute to one of the most infamous rock ‘n’ roll bands, The Grateful Dead. Purchase tickets here!

Wheeler Opera House Tour (1:30 pm, Wheeler Opera House) Enjoy a guided tour of the Wheeler Opera House, the center of Aspen’s arts and cultural scene since it was built in 1889. This free tour offers an insider’s look at the iconic building, including recent renovations. Guests will also enjoy a slide show of historical images that illustrate the theatre–and the community’s–storied past. The Wheeler Opera House is part of the Colorado Historic Opera Houses Circuit, which was formed in 2022 and includes five opera houses in the mountains of Colorado where visitors can experience “a world-class performance in an elegant historic setting that still carries the mystique of Colorado’s early mining boom days.” Meets in the downstairs lobby of the Wheeler Opera House 320 E. Hyman Ave. This tour takes place indoors. To learn more, click here.

Adult Watercolor March: Painting the Pika (5:30 pm, Red Brick Center for the Arts) Instructor Amy Beidleman will lead students through the steps to complete an artwork at the end of the class. Through demonstration and guided practice, the students will learn key watercolor techniques, such as, wet-on-wet, creating hard and soft edges, glazing, lifting, spattering, and many more. Learn helpful watercolor techniques to use with a variety of subject matter. Pikas are small, charismatic mammals — often described as a cross between a hamster and a rabbit. Measuring just 6 to 8 inches long, these spirited alpine creatures are full of personality and charm and live in our mountains. In this class, students will learn about the pika while exploring how to capture its form through contour drawing and thoughtful observation. From there, students will bring their drawings to life with watercolor techniques including wet-on-wet washes, layering, and using salt to create natural texture and depth. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. To register, click here.

Radical Wednesdays: A Retro Ski Series (6:30 pm, Isis Theatre) Dust off your 80s Ski Attire and join Aspen Film Every Wednesday Night in March for Radical Wednesdays at The Isis Theatre. So grab your crew and meet at the Isis for throwback ski films, special guests, and epic prizes. ⛷️ Hosted by Clay Dahlman & Friends! Beer specials for retro attire. Raffle Prizes from Bogner, Outpst, Lowdown, BAÏST….more to come! This week, catch a screening of GLOBAL STORMING (1999), and travel with world-class skiers as they take on the slopes in exotic locations, including Norway, Switzerland, France, Alaska and British Columbia. Mind-blowing action by these amazing athletes has been captured by some of the best cinematographers in extreme sports. Learn more and purchase tickets here!

Women of Americana A Celebration of American Music: From Bob Dylan to Bonnie Raitt (7:00 pm, Wheeler Opera House) Early folk, gospel, and Western swing musicians laid the groundwork for Americana, extending back to the founding mothers and fathers of country music, including Hank Williams, Woody Guthrie, and the Carter Family. From the mid-20th century through the present day, more singer-songwriter luminaries followed: Bob Dylan, The Band, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Bonnie Raitt, Lucinda Williams, Rosanne Cash, Emmylou Harris, and Brandi Carlile. A Celebration of American Music from Bob Dylan to Bonnie Raitt brings together some of today’s most accomplished and expressive female artists for an exuberant exploration of this expansive and singular American genre. Featuring vocalists and instrumentalists, Cristina Vane and Brennen Leigh, together they will interpret iconic songs, including “This Land is Your Land” (Woody Guthrie), “This Train” (Sister Rosetta Tharpe), “Just Like a Woman” (Bob Dylan), “Angel From Montgomery” (Bonnie Raitt and John Prine), and “Car Wheels On a Gravel Road” (Lucinda Williams).Coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, Women of Americana will entertain and inspire audiences at a historic moment in our nation’s history. To read more and purchase tickets, click here.

Matisyahu (8:00 pm, Belly Up) Described by the Miami New Times as “tremendous, zenlike, and enlightening,” Matisyahu brings his stripped back acoustic show to venues across the United States. Presented in two parts, Matisyahu will highlight songs from his seminal breakout record Live at Stubb’s along with music from his new studio release Ancient Child (Oct 3, 2025) as well as additional fan favorites. The stripped back setting allows the singer’s voice and beat-boxing virtuosity to expand through lyrical intensity, famed repertoire and musical improvisation. Each evening will chart a course through song and story, from Matisyahu’s breakout smash “King Without A Crown” to global hits like “One Day” and “Sunshine” through his spiritual wandering in “Surrender” and “Searchin” up through Ancient Child, his 8th studio release, which finds the singer returning to a deep love of Judaism and the existential quest to find universal meaning in the darkness with songs like “Sound Foundation” and “Crosswinds”. An Evening with Matisyahu naturally digs deep into the meaning of the song itself, and lays Matisyahu’s spiritual journey bare, bringing a closeness to the artist-fan relationship. To purchase tickets, click here.

Live Music Night (3:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Join MOLLIE Aspen on the Roof Terrace Bar for live music with Nick Lenio—the perfect soundtrack for a mid-week unwind. Settle in with a signature cocktail or a glass of wine and let the music elevate your afternoon. Nick Lenio is a unique solo guitarist and multi-instrumentalist known for his dynamic, visually captivating live-looping performances. Using guitar, bass, and cajón, he builds melodies, harmonies, and grooves entirely in real time – no backing tracks, no pre-recorded music. His set blends feel-good classics and modern favorites across classic rock, soul, reggae, and funk, creating an energetic and immersive experience. In 2024 and 2025, Nick was voted as Aspen’s “Best Local Musician” by The Aspen Times. To register, click here.

Spring Equinox Sound Bath (5:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Welcome the shift into spring with a deeply restorative Spring Equinox Sound Bath, led by Danielle Klein. Guided by Danielle’s intuitive approach, guests will be enveloped in soothing vibrations from crystal singing bowls and other sound instruments, encouraging deep relaxation, energetic clearing, and mindful presence. To learn more and register, click here.

Creative Happy Hour! Leather Making with Leah Aegerter (5:30 pm, Red Brick Center for the Arts) Join the Red Brick Center for the Arts for fun and social art-making evenings. Whether you have art experience or not, come create during their evening sessions and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or beer. This week, come create and learn the basics of leather work in this evening of leather making. Register here!

Aspen's DarkSide Ghost Tour (Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, 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 purchase tickets, click here.

Sounds & Spirits (Thursday & Saturday, 9:00 pm, Bad Harriet at Hotel Jerome) Descend into Bad Harriet as resident DJs set the tone in Hotel Jerome’s underground hideaway. Curated sound, expertly crafted cocktails and a late-night pulse define the room as the energy builds and the night unfolds. Come for a drink, stay for the atmosphere – Thursdays & Saturdays here have a way of going longer than planned. To learn more, click here.

Friday Morning Uphill Breakfast Club (8:45 am, Buttermilk) The Cliffhouse restaurant, located at the top of Buttermilk Mountain, will play host to a Friday Morning Uphill Breakfast Club in which uphill skiers will be able to enjoy breakfast in the restaurant after hiking up the mountain. Aspen Chamber Resort Association will be sponsoring breakfasts this season, so you can enjoy your French toast or fried rice for just $8 per person. Cliffhouse breakfast will be available for purchase from 8:45 a.m.-10 a.m. with coffee, tea, and hot chocolate, an oatmeal and yogurt station featuring dry quick oats in a mason jar ready to be prepared as well as a toppings bar filled with healthy add-ons. A hot breakfast will also be available with two menu options; a signature Cliffhouse breakfast fried rice with a farm egg or thick-cut French toast with crisp bacon. Please note that an Uphill Pass is required to uphill on Aspen Snowmass Ski Areas. To learn more, click here.

History Ski Tour: Aspen Mountain (11:00 am & 1:00 pm, Aspen Mountain) Learn about the amazing mining and ski history lying literally beneath your ski as you tour Aspen Mountain with Tony Vagneur, an Aspen/Snowmass Ambassador, Aspen native, and volunteer historian. Meets at the guest services cabin at the top of the Silver Queen Gondola (below the Sundeck near the “nests”). This tour takes place on moderate to difficult terrain. Lift ticket and skis or a snowboard is required. These one hour tours are offered on Fridays at 11 am and 1 pm. To learn more, click here.

Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras (1:30 pm, Across from the Wheeler Opera House) Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop. Meets across from the Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave. Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen. To register, click here.

Martinis & Frites Après (3:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Join MOLLIE Aspen at their Roof Terrace Bar for Martini & Frites Après with Aspen Vodka! Enjoy complimentary frites with every martini purchase. A DJ will set the vibes from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm, with the bar open until 8:00 pm. No tickets required. To learn more, click here.

PenPals | A New Play by Michael Griffo (Friday & Saturday, Paepcke Auditorium) Two Women. Five Decades. One Extraordinary Friendship. Pen Pals is the extraordinary story of two friends that unfolds over decades. Bernie and Mags live in two different countries, they’ve never met, and yet they’re best friends. Because they’ve been pen pals for over fifty years. Since they were teenagers, they’ve shared every aspect of their lives with each other. The trivial bits, the most intimate details, all the happiness, all the heartache. They’ve told each other things they wouldn’t dare tell another soul. Even though Bernie lives in New Jersey and Mags is from England, the women are closer to each other than anyone else in the world. Come witness the journey of their lifetime. In their own words. Showtimes: Friday, March 20, 6:30pm & Saturday, March 21, 4:30pm. To purchase tickets, click here.

Dan Wilson Quartet with Special Guests Nigel Hall & Jessica Yafanaro (6:30 pm & 8:45 pm, Paul JAS Center) Growing up in Akron, Ohio, Dan Wilson began his musical journey in the church, drawing on influences from Wes Montgomery to Sonny Rollins, blending jazz, gospel, blues, and hip-hop. After graduating from Hiram College, he recorded with Joe McBride and toured with jazz greats including Joey DeFrancesco—earning a GRAMMY® nomination on Project Freedom—and Christian McBride’s Tip City.Wilson has released several albums as a leader, including Vessels of Wood and Earth (2021) and Things Eternal (2023), both critically acclaimed. He has performed at major jazz festivals across North America and abroad, earning recognition as a dynamic and innovative guitarist.GRAMMY-winning soul powerhouse Nigel Hall is an accomplished vocalist, keyboardist, and member of the GRAMMY-nominated funk-jazz-soul ensemble Lettuce. Growing up in a highly musical family in Washington, D.C., Hall’s love for music started before he was five, shaped by everything from fusion jazz to classic R&B. His deep understanding of funk, soul, and jazz has made him a standout both onstage and in the studio.Since relocating to New Orleans in 2013, Hall has become a vital part of the city’s vibrant music scene, earning praise from Offbeat as “a perfect fit” and comparisons to Southern funk legend Art Neville. Known for his powerful vocals, virtuosic keyboard skills, and heartfelt performances, Hall continues to create music that reflects his identity and connects deeply with audiences worldwide. Jessica Yafanaro is a Cleveland-based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist whose sound blends jazz, R&B, rock, and gospel. A child prodigy with absolute pitch, she taught herself piano, saxophone, flute, bass, guitar, and drums while studying classical voice on scholarship at the Cleveland Music School Settlement. Jessica has performed and recorded with artists including Dan Wilson, Christian McBride, Collin Miller, and Tall Black Guy, and continues to inspire as both a performer and educator in Cleveland’s vibrant music scene. Purchase tickets here!

Yesterday – The Beatles Tribute (7:30 pm, Wheeler Opera House) Experience the magic of The Beatles live on stage with Yesterday – A Tribute to The Beatles, the internationally acclaimed tribute band endorsed by Sir Paul McCartney himself.Founded by Don Bellezzo, Yesterday has been performing the music of the Fab Four since 2000, touring across five continents and appearing on NBC, CBS, ABC, and in Rolling Stone and Showbiz Magazine. Their performances have lit up stages from Las Vegas to Japan, the Philippines to the Smithsonian, and even aboard the Royal Caribbean’s Beatles Tribute Cruise alongside Beatles insiders like Laurence Juber and Tony Bramwell.This tribute is more than a concert—it’s a time capsule. With vintage instruments, authentic harmonies, and meticulous attention to detail, Yesterday brings the Beatles’ iconic sound to life in a way that’s both nostalgic and electrifying. Purchase tickets here!

Zeds Dead (Friday & Saturday, 8:00 pm, Belly Up) One of the most successful independent electronic acts of the past decade, Zeds Dead is a pioneering duo hailed as “trailblazers of the modern North American bass scene” (DJ Mag). Formed in 2009 in Toronto, Canada, by producers/DJs Dylan “DC” Mamid and Zachary “Hooks” Rapp-Rovan, the duo has garnered hundreds of millions of cross-platform streams, dozens of Top 20 Billboard hits and multiple JUNO Award nominations. Across their expansive discography, Zeds Dead have crafted a limitless sound that fuses diverse genres, from hard-hitting dubstep and throttling drum & bass to ethereal electronic and raw hip-hop. To learn more and purchase tickets, click here.

Winter Market (10:00 am, The Gant) Celebrate the season at The Gant’s Winter Market, a monthly showcase of creativity and community featuring talented artisans from the Roaring Fork and Crystal Valleys. From jewelry designers and shoemakers to fine artists, photographers, soaps, handbags, and more, each market highlights the exceptional craftsmanship found right here in our local community.The Winter Market will take place once a month from December through March at the Molly Campbell Conference Center, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests can enjoy complimentary hot cocoa from The Dreamery Co., right out of their charming vintage ice cream trailer while browsing the curated collection of locally made goods. It’s the perfect opportunity to find unique Aspen gifts for many occasions, all while supporting the artisans who bring their creativity to our valley. Learn more here!

The Met Opera HD|LIVE: TRISTAN UND ISOLDE (10:00 am, Aspen Film Isis Theatre) The Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series of live movie theater transmissions brings world-class opera productions direct from the Met stage in New York to cinemas around the globe. After years of anticipation, a truly unmissable event arrives in cinemas worldwide on March 21 as the electrifying Lise Davidsen tackles one of the ultimate roles for dramatic soprano: the Irish princess Isolde in Wagner’s transcendent meditation on love and death. Heroic tenor Michael Spyres stars opposite Davidsen as the love-drunk Tristan. The momentous occasion also marks the advent of a new, Met-debut staging by Yuval Sharon—hailed by The New York Times as “the most visionary opera director of his generation” and the first American to direct an opera at the famed Wagner festival in Bayreuth—as well as Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin’s first time leading Tristan und Isolde at the Met. Mezzosoprano Ekaterina Gubanova reprises her portrayal of Brangäne, alongside bass-baritone Tomasz Konieczny, who sings Kurwenal after celebrated Met appearances in Wagner’s Der Fliegende Holländer and Ring cycle. Bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green makes an important role debut as King Marke. Purchase tickets here.

ACES and The Nature Conservancy Presents Witness to Water: A Photographer’s Lifelong Journey (6:00 pm, Wheeler Opera House) Witness to Water follows the Colorado River from its pristine headwaters in the Rocky Mountains to its altered and endangered end in the Sonoran Desert. In this immersive multimedia presentation and book launch celebration, acclaimed National Geographic photographer and filmmaker Pete McBride shares images, videos, and sound from decades spent documenting the river from source to sea—or dry delta—and its many tributaries, from the Roaring Fork to the Gila and beyond.Through travel by packraft, on foot, and from the air, McBride bears witness to both the river’s extraordinary beauty and the immense pressures placed upon it. The program features brand-new work from recent visits to emerging conservation pockets in the Colorado River Delta and newly revealed slot canyons in Lake Powell, landscapes hidden underwater for a lifetime, alongside Indigenous and local perspectives that deepen the story.A Roaring Fork Valley native, McBride brings a deeply personal lens to this presentation, weaving together his films, assignments, and books into a comprehensive, engaging, and hopeful portrait. Both an elegy and a call to action, Witness to Water is an unforgettable exploration of a river in peril—and a reminder of what is at stake for the wild watersheds that sustain us all.A Q&A and book signing will take place at the end of the event. To purchase tickets, click here.

Southern Avenue (7:00 pm & 9:15 pm, Paul JAS Center) Southern Avenue is a GRAMMY-nominated, Blues Music Award-winning Memphis band built on deep musical and personal bonds. Led by vocalist/songwriter Tierinii Jackson, her husband and guitarist Ori Naftaly, and her sisters Tikyra “T.K.” Jackson and Ava Jackson, the group blends Memphis blues, modern soul, gospel, and roots music into an uplifting, message-driven sound. Their church-born harmonies and Naftaly’s love of American soul and blues form a unique musical chemistry that has earned worldwide acclaim and a reputation as one of the most electrifying live bands on the road.Their new album, Family—their first for Alligator Records—captures the band’s evolution and the unshakeable unity that defines them. Produced by GRAMMY winner John Burk and recorded at Memphis’ iconic Royal Studios, the album showcases powerful grooves, warm harmonies, and emotionally charged songwriting. Tracks like Long Is The Road, Found A Friend In You, Rum Boogie, and We Are highlight themes of resilience, connection, and hope, while channeling the spirit of Memphis through a modern lens. The band describes the record as both a celebration of survival and an invitation for fans to become part of their extended musical family.Since forming in Memphis—where Naftaly and Tierinii first connected in a moment he calls “destiny in the making”—Southern Avenue has released a series of acclaimed albums, including their 2017 Stax Records debut, their GRAMMY-nominated Keep On, and 2021’s Be The Love You Want. They’ve toured globally, shared stages with Tedeschi Trucks Band, Sheryl Crow, Los Lobos, and Willie Nelson, and were repeatedly nominated for Blues Band of the Year. As they head into a major tour behind Family, Southern Avenue continues to expand their community through heartfelt, high-energy performances that turn listeners into family. To purchase tickets, click here.

Sammy Miller & the Congregation (10:00 am & 12:30 pm, Paul JAS Center) Sammy Miller and The Congregation are on a mission to bring joy, generosity, and accessibility back to jazz. Led by Juilliard-trained, Grammy®-nominated drummer Sammy Miller—called “the perfect player scholar” by The Wall Street Journal—the band has headlined major stages including Lincoln Center, the White House, TEDx, and the Newport Jazz Festival, often sharing the stage with artists like Jon Batiste and Wynton Marsalis. Known for their “joyful jazz,” the group delivers music that is vibrant, uplifting, and deeply connecting.The band members include Sammy Miller (drums), Alphonso Horne (trumpet), Ben Flocks (tenor saxophone), Corbin Jones (bass), David Linard (piano), Molly Miller (guitar), Rick Lollar (guitar), and Olivia K Harris (vocals). Their recent album, Joyful Jazz at Lincoln Center (2023), exemplifies the group’s signature sound—soulful, grooving, and exuberant—capturing the energy of their live performances and their commitment to making jazz accessible to all audiences.In addition to performing, Sammy Miller has spent over a decade educating young musicians, reaching more than 60,000 students in 45 states. He also founded the music education platform PLAYBOOK, designed to give teachers the tools to inspire lifelong musicianship, and shared his philosophy in a New York Times op-ed titled “We’re Teaching Music to Kids All Wrong.” Through both performance and education, Sammy Miller and The Congregation continue to champion music that is joyful, inclusive, and transformative. To purchase tickets, click here.

Exhibition Opening: Keith Mayerson My American Dream (Rocky Mountain High) (Tuesday – Sunday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, Aspen Art Museum) Hippies, rock bands, mountain warfare units, and beloved comic strip characters converge in Keith Mayerson’s latest chapter of My American Dream. For over two decades, Mayerson has scrutinized the visual symbolism of Americana, constructing a nonlinear narrative where pop icons, political history, and personal memory overlap. This upcoming exhibition pays tribute to Mayerson’s 1970s upbringing, juxtaposing the utopian idealism of long-haired youths at the Jerome Hotel alongside the “spectral vision” of nineteenth-century silver miners. John Denver serenades the Muppets. Snoopy skates beneath a galactic canopy. Across these vivid, polychromatic canvases, painting becomes an analog counterpoint to a world saturated with digital images. Learn more here!

West End Social & Boutinot Wines Dinner (5:00 pm, West End Social) Join West End Social in collaboration with Boutinot Wines for a refined evening designed to awaken the senses and celebrate the timeless relationship between food and wine. Experience a chef curated four-course menu with perfectly paired wines. Reserve your table in advance with seating times offered between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm.

Conversations with Creatives: Her Story (5:00 pm, Forre Fine Art) In recognition of International Women’s Month, Forre Fine Art curates a four-week program that honors female creativity across media, disciplines, and continents. Each Sunday features a distinguished artist who will share her practice, the challenges and triumphs of a woman in the arts, and the journeys that brought her to the present moment. The conversations aim to illuminate the personal narratives behind contemporary art, spark dialogue, and celebrate the resilience, innovation, and leadership of women creators. March 22nd features Paula Crown, a multimedia artist and social activist, who merges visual art with social and environmental advocacy. A prominent multimedia artist, Crown’s practice spans sculpture, video, painting, and public art interventions that interrogate perception, responsibility, and the role of art in social change. Her activism foregrounds environmental stewardship and community resilience, inspiring audiences to consider how art can mobilize action, dialogue, and hope. Crown’s talk will illuminate the intersection of aesthetics and activism, offering a powerful lens on contemporary practice. Doors open at 5:00 PM, with conversations from 5:15 PM to 6:30 PM, followed by a Q&A. Seating is limited; attendees are encouraged to arrive by 5:00 PM. RSVP at gabrielle@forrefineart.com.

Billy Preston: That's The Way God Planned It (7:00 pm, Aspen Film Isis Theatre) The story and challenging life of legendary musician and genius keyboardist Billy Preston. It explores his journey from a child prodigy to a legendary collaborator with The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and Ray Charles, while balancing his brilliant, joyous musical career against battles with addiction, legal troubles, and a hidden, closeted life. To purchase tickets, click here.

The California Honeydrops (8:00 pm, Belly Up Aspen) “The California Honeydrops…evoke the greasy rumble of Booker T and channel the spiritual ecstasy of Sly and the Family Stone.” -Rolling Stone Formed in the subway systems of Oakland, retro-soul outfit The California Honeydrops are an electrifying group that defy convention at every turn. They’ve become a mainstay at festivals including Byron Bay Bluesfest (Australia), Outside Lands, Monterey Jazz, Lightning In A Bottle, and touring with B.B. King, Dr. John, Bonnie Raitt, Buddy Guy, and Allen Toussaint. Led by the enigmatic and energetic frontman, Lech Wierzynski, and percussionist Benjamin Malament, each member of the band is a virtuoso in their own rite — Yanos “Johnny Bones” Lustig on saxophone, Lorenzo Loera on keyboards/guitar, Beaumont Beaullieu on drums, Miles Blackwell on bass, and regularly accompanied by Oliver Tuttle on trombone, Leon Cotter on saxophone/clarinet, and Miles Lyons on trombone/sousaphone — navigating through a vast repertoire of original songs and timeless classics every night. But what truly sets them apart is their unwavering commitment to the art of improvisation – a skill so finely honed that they have completely abandoned the use of set lists and no two shows are ever the same. Off stage, their music has been streamed more than 200 million times, and placed in a variety of TV and films, including “Dead To Me,” “Alaska Daily,” “Black-ish” and more. Their new album “Redwood Highway” was released August 8, 2025. To purchase tickets, click here.

History Ski Tour: Aspen Highlands (11:00 am & 1:00 pm, Aspen Highlands) Ski with Aspen/Snowmass Ambassador and volunteer historian Dan Sadowsky to learn about Aspen Highlands’ “maverick,” innovative, and unique past. These one hour tours are offered on Mondays at 11 am and 1 pm. Meets at the guest services cabin outside Merry Go Round This tour takes place on moderate terrain; lift ticket and skis or snowboard required. To learn more, click here.

Aspen’s Past to Present Tour (Monday & Thursday, 1:00 pm, 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 dwntown 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. Native Legend, Mining Folklore & Local Tales bring history to life on an entertaining guided walk. 90 minutes long with distance of approximately 1 mile along sidewalks, pedestrian ways and parks of mostly flat terrain. To register, click here.