Monday, August 18
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.
Million Dollar Quartet (View the Full Schedule, Hurst Theatre) On December 4, 1956, an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for an unforgettable jam session—one that would go down in rock ‘n’ roll history. This Tony® Award-winning musical brings that legendary night to life, weaving together a poignant and humorous story of four rising stars and the man who made it all possible—legendary producer Sam Phillips. Packed with the electrifying energy of early rock ‘n’ roll, Million Dollar Quartet is a thrilling celebration of music, fame, and the bonds that shaped an era. Featuring iconic hits performed live onstage—Blue Suede Shoes, Walk the Line, Great Balls of Fire, Hound Dog, and many more—this high-octane rock concert will have audiences tapping their feet and reliving the magic of a night that changed music forever. Check out the full schedule and purchase tickets here.
Art And The Vibration of Wellness (5:00 pm, Red Brick Center for the Arts) Join local and globally-recognized artist Olivia Daane for an artful dive into the connection between art and wellness. Red Brick Center for the Arts is pleased to welcome Olivia, who will be leading classes that explore the intersection of art and wellness. This 4 week class meets on Monday nights each week. Each class dives into a unique theme through drawing, painting, sound, breathwork, and color theory. Take one, or take them all, no two classes are alike and each will open your creative channels, bringing a sense of healing through the artistic process. Olivia will share her knowledge of drawing and painting while implementing the vibrations of sound, color theory, breath work and whole brain creativity. Using mixed media, this class will take artists at any level to a new-found understanding of their personal flow state, and how art can heal and connect us all. The process of making art can be a powerful force for personal healing and collective connection. To register, click here.
Tuesday, August 19
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 it’s 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!
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.
“Underground” Archives Tour (3:00 pm, Archives Building) Enjoy a guided backstage 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. 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. Learn more here!
Wednesday, August 20
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 Harold And The Purple Crayon.
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.
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.
Aspen Center For Physics Public Lecture (5:30 pm, Aspen Center For Physics) Aspen Center For Physics' series of public physics talks are free and open to the community. Come see visiting physicists give public talks, exploring cutting-edge ideas in ways non-scientists can understand! Summer lectures, which run on select Wednesdays June – August at 5:30pm at the Center, are presented in memory of Heinz R. Pagels, a Rockefeller University physics professor, and a twenty-year member of the Aspen Center for Physics. A part-time Aspen resident, Professor Pagels died here in a mountaineering accident in 1988. His family and friends instituted the lecture series in his honor because he devoted much of his life to disseminating scientific knowledge. RSVP to this week’s lecture, Probing Visible Matter With Supercomputers presented by Martha Constantinou.
Adult Watercolor with Amy Beidleman (5:30 pm, Red Brick Center for the Arts) Instructor Amy Beidleman will show students how to use brushes and tips and will lead students through the steps to complete an artwork at the end of the class. Learn helpful watercolor techniques to use with a variety of subject matter. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. To register, click here.
Thursday, August 21
Raizado Festival (Thursday – Sunday, Downtown Aspen) This year’s event will once again spotlight the cultural force of the Latine community by uplifting its truth, culture, and power, and feature many other allies who are similarly committed to increasing authentic representation, opportunities, and investment in the more than 65.2 million people who identify as Latine in the United States. Rooted, as always, in Justice for Migrant Women’s commitment to celebrating and empowering the excellence of the Latine community, the four-day Festival will include inspiring flash talks, engaging panels, intimate conversations and networking lounges, cultural art exhibitions, live music, film screenings, traditional cuisine, and much more, with some of the most thought-provoking leaders, changemakers, cultural icons, and creators in the Latine community. To view the full schedule, 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 O’Connor Brothers Band, a five-piece band based in Denver, Colorado. Their original New Roots & Rock music, written by Matt and Sean O’Connor, is gaining traction with a captivated following across the United States. With their music written by Matt and Sean O’Connor, the band brings their modern sound with its hints of classic style to the Fanny Hill stage. 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, August 22
Walk on the Other Side Walks (9:00 am, North Star Nature Preserve) Join ACES Director of Naturalist Programs, Jim Kravitz on this rare opportunity to discover the far side of the North Star Preserve, which is otherwise closed to the public. This small group experience will meander through the entire length of the preserve, traversing riparian areas and aspen fans along the flanks of Aspen Mountain. Along the way the group will discover, observe, and learn about the rich animal and plant life that make North Star their home. During this one-of-a-kind walk the group will observe ecological features and natural habitats of North Star and discuss the importance of land preservation in our valley. 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.
Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley (9:00 pm, Belly Up) Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, a multi-Grammy-winning Jamaican talent and the youngest son of the legendary Bob Marley, has forged a unique musical path. Blending reggae with hip-hop, R&B, and rock, he made history as the first reggae artist to win a Grammy outside the genre. His breakthrough album, “Welcome To Jamrock,” clinched two Grammys for Best Reggae Album, and the Best Urban/Alternative Performance for the title track, which was also declared the best reggae song of the decade by The New York Times. Read more about Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley and purchase tickets, 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.
Saturday, August 23
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.
Sunday, August 24
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.
Monday, August 25
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.
Art And The Vibration of Wellness (5:00 pm, Red Brick Center for the Arts) Join local and globally-recognized artist Olivia Daane for an artful dive into the connection between art and wellness. Red Brick Center for the Arts is pleased to welcome Olivia, who will be leading classes that explore the intersection of art and wellness. This 4 week class meets on Monday nights each week. Each class dives into a unique theme through drawing, painting, sound, breathwork, and color theory. Take one, or take them all, no two classes are alike and each will open your creative channels, bringing a sense of healing through the artistic process. Olivia will share her knowledge of drawing and painting while implementing the vibrations of sound, color theory, breath work and whole brain creativity. Using mixed media, this class will take artists at any level to a new-found understanding of their personal flow state, and how art can heal and connect us all. The process of making art can be a powerful force for personal healing and collective connection. To register, click here.
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