Monday, November 18
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 Aspen Institute: Sharking Shakespeare (6:00pm, The Aspen Institute) Back by popular demand, the Aspen Institute presents Sharing Shakespeare, a moderated, roundtable discussion series that takes place one night a month for 6 months. Beginning in October, the 2024-25 session will explore one of Shakespeare’s most significant works, Hamlet.
Tuesday, November 19
Candle Pouring Workshop at MOLLIE Aspen (5:00 pm, MOLLIE Aspen) Join LUME CANDLES for an exclusive evening at the MOLLIE Aspen and discover the art of crafting hand-poured candles. Enjoy the evening beside friends while mixing and matching fragrances and leave with your own one-of-a-kind creation. $30 per person, all supplies included.
Susto at Belly Up Aspen (8:00 pm, Belly Up Aspen) A season of drastic change is what brought SUSTO frontman Justin Osborne to the band’s fifth full-length LP, My Entire Life [New West Records]. There was a divorce, difficulties re-building his band after the pandemic, and the pain and helplessness of witnessing family members struggle with addiction and mental illness. Despite these challenges, Justin ultimately found himself in a new landscape, with new love and a deeper perspective, all of which is masterfully projected into My Entire Life.
Wednesday, November 20
Decade by Decade: Aspen Revealed Exhibition (12:00 pm, Wheeler Stallard Museum) Aspen Historical Society presents the history exhibition Decade by Decade: Aspen Revealed, a comprehensive view of the area's fascinating past. The exhibition explore the stories that shaped the community's distinct identity: from mining boom to dilapidated ranching town to today's international recreational and cultural resort, Aspen forged a unique path. Featuring photographs and artifacts that represent Aspen's connection to national events and trends, the exhibition reflects on the community's place within the larger historical landscape of the nation - sometimes congruent, sometimes divergent - but always exciting.
Shallou at Belly Up Aspen (8:30 pm, Belly Up Aspen) Shallou is an electronic music producer, singer and songwriter. Born Joe Boston in Washington D.C., the Shallou project began in a tiny college dorm room in New Orleans and has since grown into an international touring act. Shallou initially gained notoriety for his peaceful, blissed out production with subtle dance elements and his captivating live shows.
Thursday, November 21
Aspen Art Museum Active Art (1:30 am, Aspen Art Museum) Join the Aspen Art Museum for Active Art! It will kick off with a brief tour of the exciting new exhibitions by Shuang Li and Heji Shin. Following the tour, unleash your creativity in our education workshop by crafting your own gratitude trees. Enjoy light snacks and refreshments while you connect with others in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. We look forward to seeing you there.
Friday, November 22
Gabriel Santiago & Peter John Stoltzman I Joy in Friends (6:00 pm, The Vault at the Wheeler) Brazilian guitarist Gabriel Santiago and jazz pianist Peter John Stoltzman kick off Friday, November 22 at 6 p.m, whose decade-long collaboration brings warmth and energy to the stage. It’s the ideal evening for music lovers seeking a relaxed yet engaging experience to start their night.
Tommy The Animal at Belly Up Aspen (7:30pm, Belly Up Aspen) Like a ‘67 Mustang with a newly installed electric engine, the new-vintage sound of Tommy the Animal is imbued with equal parts timeless nostalgia and a sleek modern songwriting sensibility that explores beyond the traditional bounds of good old rock’n’roll.
Saturday, November 23
Aspen Mountain Opening Day (9:00 am, Aspen Mountain) The “town mountain” offers quad-burning groomers and steep, gladed runs all leading to the heart of Aspen—where local and global culture merge in unexpected ways and the après scene is always on.
Snowmass Mountain Opening Day (9:00 am, Snowmass Mountain) Larger than our three other mountains combined, Snowmass offers burly steeps, inviting glades, and endless bumps, jumps, and groomers. You’ll be challenged to ski it all in a week—or a full season.
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, visit www.thebayercenter.org.
Emotional Rescue I A Rolling Stones Tribute Band at Belly Up (8:30 pm, Belly Up Aspen) Born out of Alma, CO Emotional Rescue is dedicated to delivering a spot-on tribute to the Rolling Stones. Formed in 2017 by Jr. (Mick) and Dean Misantoni (Keith), the seven-member ensemble reproduces the Stones’ iconic 1970s era with a little 1980s added in as well. Their shows are known for their authentic Stones sound and dynamic stage presence, complete with costume changes that add Qlair to their performances. “Our goal is to inspire happiness and euphoria in our audiences and get them dancing through the music of the Rolling Stones.” says Jr. “I am not a Mick Jagger impersonator but I do incorporate some of his moves and postures into my own artistic expression when I perform.”
Sunday, November 24
Start planning your Thanksgiving in Aspen with Thanksgiving specials and dinners here.
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.
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