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Anderson Ranch Arts Center
www.andersonranch.org Anderson Ranch Arts Center is a learning community dedicated to creativity and growth through the making and understanding of the visual arts, promoting artistic development through workshops, residencies and public events. A café, studios, galleries, summer classes and slide show lectures attract more than 5,000 artists, art lovers, students and faculty each year to this historic mountain ranch in Snowmass. Aspen Art Museum
www.aspenartmuseum.org An internationally recognized non-collecting institution presenting important contemporary art from around the globe, tours, art talks and workshops. Tues. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun., noon - 6 p.m. Art After Hours: Thursdays 5 - 7 p.m. Free admission on Fridays. Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
www.aspennature.org Summer and winter programs year ‘round for all ages. Explore the Hallam Lake Nature Preserve and learn about classes, hikes, snowshoe tours and activities. Aspen Center for Physics
www.aspenphys.org A scientific organization that promotes organized research in physics, astrophysics and related fields. Research, seminars, workshops and conferences. Aspen Film
Aspen Historical Society
www.aspenhistory.org Discover the fascinating history that anchors Aspen’s unique character through the society’s two museums, archives, two ghost towns, summer children’s programs and year-round special events. |
Aspen Institute
www.aspeninstitute.org Founded in 1950, this international nonprofi t organization is dedicated to fostering enlightened leadership and open-minded dialogue. Through programming, the institute and its international partners seek to promote nonpartisan inquiry and an appreciation for timeless values. Aspen Music Festival and School
Aspen Parks and Recreation
www.aspenrecreation.com Summer and winter programs year ’round for all ages. Fitness classes, rock climbing, youth and adult sports, summer camps and more. Aspen Recreation Center
www.aspenrecreation.com Indoor swimming pool with hot tub, sauna, steam room, two-story water slide, water features, ice skating rink, 32-foot climbing tower, cardio, weight rooms and more. Open year ‘round seven days a week. Aspen Writers' Foundation
Aspen Youth Center
www.aspenyouthcenter.org The Aspen Youth Center is a non-profit youth organization serving kids in grades 4-12, offering a variety of positive, fun and enriching programs year ‘round in a state-ofthe- art facility. - top - |
The Buddy Program
Challenge Aspen
www.challengeaspen.com Recreational and cultural experiences for individuals who have mental or physical disabilities. Whitewater rafting, horseback riding, golf, rock climbing, fishing and camping. Given Institute of the University of Colorado-Denver, School of Medicine
www.giveninstitute.org The Given Institute serves as a premier site for meetings and seminars on biomedical science, research, health-care policy and health delivery. Free year-round community health education programs. Red Brick Center for the Arts
Snowmass Western Heritage Association
Wheeler Opera House
www.wheeleroperahouse.com Built in 1889, the Wheeler Opera House continues to be the center of Aspen’s art scene. With more than 300 events annually, the Wheeler has something for everyone, from local performers to internationally recognized artists. Sun. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
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April Events |
Aspen Shortsfest
www.aspenfilm.org An internationally renowned, Oscar-qualifying festival focused on the trend-setting, moving picture art form: the short. Filmmakers visit from around the world. Open to all. |
The Big Read
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May Events |
Ride for the Pass
Aspen Cycling Criterium
www.aspenrecreation.com / www.active.com Closed route in the streets of downtown Aspen. For local and state racers looking to do something unique in Aspen. |
Friedrich Kunath
www.aspenartmuseum.org German artist Friedrich Kunath works in a variety of media — including painting, video and drawing — to investigate shared notions of melancholy, vulnerability, hope and the need to connect with others. Memorial Day Classic Tennis Tournament
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Aida Ruilova
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June Events |
Bluegrass Sundays
www.aspensnowmass.com Enjoy free performances by top bluegrass musicians from around Colorado. Concerts are held from noon to 3 p.m. on Sundays. Schedule subject to change. Saturday Classical Music
www.aspensnowmass.com Take in the beauty as students of the world-renowned Aspen Music Festival perform a repertoire of their own choosing. Free performances begin at 1 p.m. on Saturdays. SummerFILMS
www.aspenfilm.org A nine-week series of acclaimed independent and foreign language films as well as award-winning documentaries. Punch passes available. Chili Pepper & Brew Fest
www.snowmassvillagechiliandbrew.com Three-day event features International Chili Society cook-offs and samplings, microbrew competitions and samplings, and live music. This year features Dr. John and the Neville Brothers. Food & Wine Classic in Aspen
www.foodandwine.com/classic The nation’s most prestigious epicurean event. Culinary stars from all over the country show their passion for food, wine and entertaining. 2nd Annual La Sportiva Trail Race Trifecta
www.runtherockies.com This full weekend of races offers 5K, hill climb and half marathon with individual events and combined prizes. Aspen Saturday Market
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JAS Academy presented by Jazz Aspen Snowmass
Snowmass Rodeo
Jazz Aspen Snowmass June Festival
www.jazzaspen.org Jazz-inspired festival featuring performances from world-class musicians under a 3,000- seat tent. Past performers have included Diana Krall, Elvis Costello, Trey Anastasio and Tony Bennett. Aspen Center for Integral Health's Summer Health Symposium
www.acih.org A two-day conference in Aspen on cutting-edge developments in integral health and prevention by nationally recognized medical and health-care professionals. Snowmass Disc Golf Open
Zinman conducts Aspen Festival Orchestra
Aspen Summer Words
www.aspenwriters.org Now in its 32nd year, this five-day celebration of words will spotlight the culture of India, with author readings, panel discussions, live music, workshops and more. Challenge Aspen's Exceptional Artists Camp
www.challengeaspen.org For children with cognitive or physical disabilities, experience the creativity and joy of handcrafted art and the outdoor thrills of the Rocky Mountains. - top - |
Over the Bars Women's Mountain Bike Camp
www.womensmountainbikecamp.com This holistic experience is designed to improve mental and physical performance for female bikers. Includes goodies, skills clinics, instruction with top mountain bike professional and more. McCloskey Speaker Series
www.aspeninstitute.org Hosting speakers in the past such as Newt Gingrich and Sen. John McCain, the McCloskey Speaker Series brings leaders and thinkers from around the world to Aspen. Tickets are usually $10. Theatre Aspen
www.theatreaspen.org Year-round professional theater and school that produces contemporary, classical and new works, offers educational programs and integrates local and national talent. The 2008 Summer Season hosts repertory performances of Little Shop of Horrors, Rounding Third, Crimes of the Heart, and Seussical. Sing-A-Longs and Storytelling
www.snowmassvillage.com A crackling campfire, s’mores, hot chocolate, master storytellers and croonin’ cowboys bring the West to life in this fun activity for families on Wednesdays from 4 - 5 p.m. Kids' Krafts
www.snowmassvillage.com The mountains are sure to inspire unique creations at this free crafts hour for children. Parents can join in the fun or drop off their children to fashion unique vacation mementos. Every Thursday from 4 - 5 p.m. Snowmass Summer of Free Music Series
www.snowmassvillage.com "One of the best lineups of free summer concerts in North America", says the Los Angeles Times. This free Thursday night concert series draws crowds by the thousands for rock, R&B, soul and Latin performers. Aspen Ideas Festival
www.aspeninstitute.org/Ideasfest The Ideas Festival enters its fourth year of dialogue and conversation with leading thinkers from around the globe on the critical issues of our time. |
July Events |
Aspen Art Museum Old-Fashioned 4th
of July Celebration
www.aspenartmuseum.org Join the Aspen Art Museum this Fourth of July for its fourth annual Independence Day celebration, beginning with the presentation of the 2008 Aspen Art Museum fl oat at noon at the Main Street parade. 4th of July Celebration
www.aspenchamber.org Approximately 20,000 locals and visitors honor the nation’s birthday with a parade, kids’ carnival, live music and fireworks. Boogie's Diner Buddy 5 Mile Race,
www.buddyprogram.org Boogie’s Diner is the proud sponsor of this race which benefits The Buddy Program. This is a wonderful way to begin the Fourth of July celebration while supporting local children. Registration information available online. Ice Skating Exhibition
Boogie's Bash for the Buddies Gala
Massive Music Independence Celebration
Challenge Aspen's Outdoor Adventure Camp
www.challengeaspen.org For children with autism, experience the joy of outdoor recreation in the Rocky Mountains (for ages Aspen Music Festival and School presents La Cenerentola
Aspen Antiques & Fine Arts Fair
www.aspenartfairs.com Van Gogh, Renoir, Matisse and Louis XIV visit Aspen this summer! Show features rare antiques, fine art and jewelry from top dealers around the world. |
Blast the Mass
www.racemsc.com Blast the Mass launches bikers through extreme downhill, cross-country and mountain cross terrain for regional champion titles. Aspen Music Festival and School Special Event with pianist Emanuel Ax
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
18th Annual Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Race for the Cure®
www.komenaspen.org A fundraiser for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, one of the nation’s leading funders of breast cancer research and community outreach programs. Aspen Arts Festival
www.aspenchamber.org A wonderful open art gallery with more than 100 exhibitors offering jewelry, pottery, sculpture, glass, ceramics, paintings and prints. Free admission. Snowmass Antiques Fair
www.mcpresents.com Forty nationally recognized antique dealers from around the country. Fine European antiques, rustic furnishings, estate jewelry, glass, fine art and more. Challenge Aspen's Music & Dance Camp
www.challengeaspen.org For children with cognitive or physical disabilities, explore the wonder of creative movement, self-expression and musical creation. Includes fun outdoor activities such as rafting and western BBQ hoedowns in the afternoons. - top - |
His Holiness the Dalai Lama at Aspen: A Celebration of Tibetan Culture
www.aspeninstitute.org The Conservancy for Tibetan Art and Culture will join the Aspen Institute to produce a symposium encompassing Tibetan and Himalayan art, culture, science, medicine, spiritual practice and history. Aspen Institute 15th Annual Summer Celebration
www. aspeninstitute.org Join supporters of the Aspen Institute for the 15th Annual Summer Celebration dinner to be held at Aspen Meadows. Honored speakers to be announced. High Country Sk8 Challenge
JASummer Night Swing
www. jazzaspen.org A swinging club with open bars, dinner, multiple musical performances and a live auction. Benefits proceed Jazz Aspen Snowmass education programs. Go Vertical Aspen 2008
www.GoVerticalAspen.org Climb to new heights in the fight against cancer! Hike the 3,200 vertical feet up Aspen Mountain and raise money to support cancer research. Challenge Aspen's Just for Teens Camp
www. challengeaspen.org For teens with cognitive or physical disabilities, this camp is specifically designed to provide a combination of adventure, life skills and teambuilding in a safe, fun and exciting expeditionbased environment. Massive Music
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August Events |
artCrush
Annual Home & Garden Tour
www.snowmassvillage.com Aspen's oldest church, the historic 1890 Aspen Community Church, presents the 56th Annual Home and Garden Tour from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Mountain Masterpieces Arts Fair
www.snowmassvillage.com More than 40 artists gather to showcase beautiful works of art from photographs to pottery to clothes and jewelry. 5th Annual Vince Gill & Amy Grant Golf Classic, benefiting Challenge Aspen
www.challengeaspen.org Benefiting Challenge Aspen, Vince Gill and Amy Grant host an intimate concert/dinner evening, followed by a day of golf with PGA Tour and National Amputee Golfers Association friends in a scramble format. Healthy Gourmet Fest & Spa Soiree
www.acih.org Cooking classes in luxurious Aspen homes by America's top healthy gourmet chefs. The Healthy Gourmet Spa Soiree will feature organic wines, cuisine by gourmet chefs, mini spa treatments and more. Snowmagical Family Fun Fest
www.snowmassvillage.com The weekend event is for kids of all ages. Musicians, performers, dining and street shows. A true family wonderland creating magical weekend memories. |
Anderson Ranch Arts Center
Annual Art Auction
www.andersonranch.com More than 200 works of art are offered for sale in silent and live auctions to benefit the Ranch's programs. Join us for live music and a gourmet picnic lunch. Free and open to the public. Aspen Rotary Club 16th Annual Ducky Derby
www.duckyderby.com Ducky Derby is a full-day festival and rubber duck race on the Roaring Fork River that benefits local non-profits and youth groups, scholarships and Rotary International projects. SpaFinder Aspen Spa Day '08
www.spafinder.com SpaFinder introduces the second annual Aspen Spa Day. Come experience this unique program highlighting spas of the world, spa beauty, spa lifestyle products and spa cuisine. Architecture Lecture
www.aspeninstitute.org A collaboration with the Aspen Art Museum, the series brings world-renowned architects to Aspen to discuss architecture's role in our society and the effects of architectural form, style and purpose. - top - |
Snowmass Wellness Experienc
www.snowmassvillage.com Focuses on fitness, spiritual and nutritional elements of wellness through workshops, spa treatments, cooking demos, yoga classes, cycling, hiking and more. Aspen High Country Triathlon and Duathlon
www.aspenrecreation.com Short but challenging course. The sprint course is one of the most beautiful in the country as it includes a road ride to the Maroon Bells. An 800-yard pool swim, 17-mile bike and four-mile run. Aspen Music Festival and School Epic Song-Cycle Gurre-Lieder
www.aspenmusicfestival.com An epic love story is told in this massive work, a song-cycle of shimmering tonal splendor presented by two choruses, five soloists and an expanded orchestra. A rare privilege to see performed live. Snowmass Enduro Gravity Bike Race
www.snowamssvillage.com No times, no courses. Racers pick any trail beginning at the top of Sam's Knob and ride to the bottom of Fanny Hill. Five hours of racing per day, the winner will be the rider who accumulates the most vertical. On Saturday night, get ready for an additional free concert on Fanny Hill. The 36th Annual MotherLode Volleyball Classic
www.motherlodevolleyball.com Eighteen different divisions of play at seven sites and 700 teams from all over the country. Free admission, food and beverage concessions, music and a full volley-fair. Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Festival
www.jazzaspen.org Four days of concerts featuring rock, funk, blues, world, soul, R&B, reggae and more. World-class acts like Sheryl Crow, Widespread Panic, Tom Petty and Jack Johnson have thrilled more than 30,000 festival goers over past Labor Day weekends. |
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September Events |
5th Annual Susan G. Komen
Breast Cancer Ride for the Cure®
www.komenaspen.org A magnificent 100-, 60-, 30- or 10-mile ride fundraiser for Komen Aspen to help save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cure. Oktoberfest in Snowmass
www.snowmassvillage.com The festival combines authentic German beer, music, dance and cuisine with more modern live music, crisp fall air and fantastic mountain views. Snowmass Wine & Jazz Festival
www.snowmassrotary.org Celebrate extraordinary wines from around the world and delectable cuisine from local chefs. Interact and learn from professionals. Proceeds support Snowmass Rotary Club charitable fund. |
33rd Snowmass Balloon Festival
The 40th Annual Aspen Ruggerfest
www.aspenrugby.com An exciting rugby tournament held in the early fall with five divisions of play that appeal to audiences of any age. 12 Hours of Snowmass
www.12hoursofsnowmass.com An endurance mountain bike race on the world-class trails of Snowmass Mountain. Compete solo or on a team of 2 or 3 riders from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., all to benefit Aspen Youth Center and Extreme Sports Camp. - top - |
Aspen Filmfest
www.aspenfilm.org A five-day event with new features, nationwide premieres, documentaries and hits from the festival circuit. Top talent and directors are on-hand for personal appearances. Open to all. Golden Leaf Half Marathon Classic
www.utemountaineer.com "One of the most beautiful races in the country", according to Trail Runner Magazine, this event is a running race from Snowmass Village to Aspen over scenic mountain trails and roads. |
October Events |
The Meeting
www.aspensnowmass.com A new crop of ski and snowboard films will be screened around Aspen. Enjoy parties, events and surprises with the films' stars, filmmakers and other industry influencers in attendance. Hockey Mountain High Adult Hockey Tournament
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11th Annual Musical Tribute to John Denver, benefiting Challenge Aspen
www.challengeaspen.org Benefiting Challenge Aspen, John Denver's fellow musicians and friends perform a musical tribute in honor of his life. Produced by M.U.S.E. Foundation, K.O. Productions and Expect a Miracle Now Foundation. John Denver Week
www.john-denver.org An array of events from concerts to picnics. All events support the expansion of John Denver's music, beliefs and ideas. - top - |
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