Experience Wintersköl™: Aspen’s Historic Toast to Winter

3:30 - 5:30pm

WINTERSKÖL ICEBREAKER BASH | Paul JAS Center, Aspen

3:30 - 4:30pm

SNOWMASS S'MORES | Snowmass Mall & Base Village

• When: 3:30 - 4:30pm
• Where: S’mores Carts in Base Village (near Base Camp Bar & Grill) and on the Snowmass Mall (near Tower Stage and Four Mountain Sports)

6 - 7:30pm

OPEN SNOW Winter Presentation | The Collective Hall, Snowmass Base Village

7:30pm

ASPEN EXTREME MOVIE 1993 | Wheeler Opera House

A Wintersköl tradition — join us for a screening of Aspen Extreme, the classic 1993 ski film shot right here in Aspen, following two friends chasing a new life as ski instructors and training for the town's Powder 8 competition. Dubbed "Top Gun on the Ski Slopes." FREE Admission.

9am-12pm

Anderson Ranch Arts Center KIDSCULPT | Mill Street Mall, Aspen

Come witness a frosty festival of creativity as the Anderson Ranch Arts Center presents KIDSCULPT! Local school teams will be challenged to roll up their sleeves and transform snow into spectacular works of art. FREE.

2 - 4pm

GAME OF STONES | Snowmass Base Village Rink

3:30-4:30pm

SNOWMASS S'MORES | Snowmass Mall & Base Village

Presented by Snowmass Tourism, guests of all ages can enjoy Snowmass S’mores and receive a Santa hat! Look for the branded s’mores carts (which resemble oversized marshmallows.When: 3:30 - 4:30pmWhere: S’mores Carts in Base Village (near Base Camp Bar & Grill) and on the Snowmass Mall (near Tower Stage and Four Mountain Sports).

5 - 8pm

WINTER HOLIDAY MARKET | Snowmass Village Conference & Event Center, Base Village

6:30-7:30pm

AVSC RAIL JAM | TBC

7pm

DRONE SHOW: STORIES IN THE SKY | Wagner Park

Aspen’s Wintersköl has been selected as one of the community celebrations in Stories in the Sky. The series is nearly 150 drone shows from the America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission, marking the nation’s 250th and Colorado’s 150th anniversaries. It was developed with the Colorado Tourism Office and Visit Denver and is sponsored by Chevron, Tallgrass, UCHealth and the Colorado Lottery.

The shows have been lighting up skies from the Eastern Plains to the Western Slope since September 2025, alongside Visit Denver’s 40-night Mile High Holidays Drone Spectacular over the Denver skyline. The series ends in December 2026, so Wintersköl will be one of its closing celebrations.

ALL DAY

ASPEN HIGHLANDS & BUTTERMILK OPENING DAY

Stay tuned for opening day celebrations.

11am- 6pm

HOLIDAY MARKET | The Gant Aspen

Celebrate the season at The Gant’s Winter Market, a winter 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. FREE to Attend.

1-5pm

WINTER HOLIDAY MARKET | Snowmass Village Conference & Event Center, Base Village

2-6pm

WINTERSKÖL BEER FESTIVAL | Wagner Park, Aspen

3-5pm

SOUPSKÖL | Wagner Park, Aspen

3:30pm

SNOWMASS S'MORES | Snowmass Village

Presented by Snowmass Tourism, guests of all ages can enjoy Snowmass S’mores and receive a Santa hat! Look for the branded s’mores carts (which resemble oversized marshmallows.When: 3:30 - 4:30pm
Where: S’mores Carts in Base Village (near Base Camp Bar & Grill) and on the Snowmass Mall (near Tower Stage and Four Mountain Sports).

4:30-7:30pm

WINTERSKÖL BONFIRE | Wagner Park

5pm

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING | The Viewline Snowmass

6pm

TORCHLIGHT PARADE | Snowmass Mountain

7pm

TORCHLIGHT PARADE & FIREWORKS | Aspen Mountain

Watch skiers and snowboarders light up Aspen Mountain as they descend the slopes in a dazzling torchlight parade, followed by a fireworks show to celebrate winter in style. This year's parade proudly features talented local athletes from the Aspen Valley Ski Club (AVSC) and other clubs across the Roaring Fork Valley, representing every discipline in the ski and snowboard world. Watch these young athletes light up the mountain, showcasing their skill and passion for the sport.

Please note: Participation in the torchlight parade is limited to kids involved with AVSC or a Roaring Fork Valley ski club — it is not open to the public.

9:30pm

OPIOU | Belly Up Aspen

5-6pm

SOUND HEALING w/ Megan DiSabatino | TAC Fitness, Snowmass Base Village

Unwind with sound-healing practitioner Megan DiSabatino in an immersive session that uses calming vibrations to quiet the mind, release tension and leave you refreshed. $15; Reserve your spot online!

3:30-4:30pm

SNOWMASS S'MORES | Snowmass Mall & Base Village

Presented by Snowmass Tourism, guests of all ages can enjoy Snowmass S’mores and receive a Santa hat! Look for the branded s’mores carts (which resemble oversized marshmallows.When: 3:30 - 4:30pm
Where: S’mores Carts in Base Village (near Base Camp Bar & Grill) and on the Snowmass Mall (near Tower Stage and Four Mountain Sports)

4-6pm

PUP PORTRAITS | Limelight Aspen

5-7pm

THE LITTLE NELL TREE LIGHTING | The Little Nell, Aspen

Don't miss The Little Nell’s Annual Tree Lighting Celebration, a cherished holiday tradition in partnership with the Aspen Chamber Resort Association. From 5:00–7:00 pm, the Wine Bar and Courtyard will transform into a festive winter wonderland, with the tree lighting ceremony taking place at 5:30 pm.

Visit with the Aspen Animal Shelter, take a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and enjoy enchanting performances by DanceAspen throughout the celebration. Gather with friends, family, and neighbors to share in the joy of the holidays and welcome the magic of winter at The Little Nell.