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June |
July |
Ride for the Pass
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5/19 |
970-963-4959, |
www.Independencepass.org
12th Annual Ride for the Pass is a fundraiser
for the Independence Pass Foundation. Bicycle
race up Independence Pass. Register at the
Ute Mountaineer.
Aspen Cycling Criterium
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5/20 |
970-920-5140, |
Aspen,
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.
Memorial Day Classic Tennis Tournament
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5/25 - 28 |
970-429-2869 |
Aspen Golf & Tennis Club, Aspen www.aspenrecreations.com
Pick up an entry form at the Pro Shop
or register online at www.usta.com
Koo Jeong-A
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5/29 - 7/22 |
970-925-8050 |
Aspen Art Museum, Aspen www.aspenartmuseum.org
AAM Distinguished Artist in Residence Koo
Jeong-A transforms the museum’s Upper Gallery
into an immersive environment with her
process available to the viewer.
Nicole Wermers
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5/29 - 7/22 |
970-925-8050 |
Aspen Art Museum, Aspen www.aspenartmuseum.org
The first one-person U.S. museum exhibition of
this London-based artist.
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Bluegrass Sundays
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6/17 -9/2 |
970-923-1220, |
Top of Aspen Mountain,
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.
SummerFILMS
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June - August |
970-925-6882, |
Paepcke Auditorium, Aspen,
www.aspenfilm.org
A nine-week series of acclaimed independent
and foreign language films as well as
award-winning documentaries, screening
Sundays and Mondays.
Chili Pepper & Brew Fest
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6/8 - 10 |
800-SNOWMASS, |
Snowmass Village,
www.snowmassvillage.com
Three-day event features International Chili
Society Cook-offs and tastings, microbrew competitions
and samplings and live music from acts
like Jonny Lang, Michael Franti and Spearhead.
Food & Wine Magazine Classic in Aspen
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6/15 - 17 |
877-900-WINE, |
Aspen,
www.foodandwine.com/classic
The nation’s most prestigious epicurean event
celebrates its 25th Anniversary Culinary stars
from all over the country show their passion for
food, wine and entertaining.
La Sportiva Trail race Trifecta
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6/16 - 17 |
800-SNOWMASS, |
Snowmass,
www.snowmassvillage.com
The new Colorado running event features a
5K race, a hill climb and a half marathon for
individual race prizes and combined cash purse
of $5,000. Sign up for one race or all three.
Aspen Saturday Market
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6/18 - 10/29 |
970-379-1346 |
Hopkins Avenue, Aspen,
Downtown Aspen farmers market and crafts
fair. Each week features local chef’s showcasing
their talent and the fresh local ingredients of
the area.
Snowamss Rodeo
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6/20 - 8/22 |
970-923-8898, |
Snowmass Village Rodeo, www.snowmassrodeo.org
Weekly bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing,
bronco riding, Western barbecue, entertainment
and many kid’s activities such as pony
rides and petting zoo.
Jazz Aspen Snowmass June Festival
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6/21 -24 |
970-920-4996, |
Rio Grande Park, Aspen, 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.
Parrot Head Block Party
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6/23 |
800-SNOWMASS, |
Snowmass Village Mall, www.snowmassvillage.com
Sip on margarita drink specials and roam
from bars and restaurants to sidewalk sales.
Music will fill the air as street performers add
to the fun.
Amy Grant & Vince Gill Challenge Aspen Golf Classic
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6/24 - 25 |
970-923-0578 |
Snowmass Club, Snowmass,
www.challengeaspen.com
4th Annual Pro-Celebrity Golf Tournament
benefits Challenge Aspen and Aspen Junior
Golf. Golfing with PGA tour pros and private
concert by Vince and Amy.
Aspen Summer Words
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6/24 - 28 |
970-925-3122, |
The Gant, Belly Up, Aspen,
www.aspenwriters.org
AThe Aspen Writers’ Foundation presents a
five-day celebration of words, stories and ideas
featuring acclaimed authors, editors and
literary agents. 2007 theme: “Africa: The Origin
of Stories.”
Aspen Music Festival and School
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6/26 |
970-925-9042 |
2 Music School Rd., Aspen, www.aspenmusicfestival.com
Wynton Marsalis leads the Jazz at Lincoln Center
Orchestra in “Congo Square,” his tribute to New
Orleans, with the Odadaa! Ghanaian drummers.
Sing-A-Longs and Storytelling
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6/27 - 8/22 |
800-SNOWMASS, |
Snowmass Village, www.snowmassvillage.com
A crackling campfire, s’mores and hot chocolate,
and master storytellers and croonin’ cowboys
bring the West to life in this cozy star-lit activity
for families on Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m.
Kids Krafts
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6/28 - 8/23 |
800-SNOWMASS, |
Snowmass Village, 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
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6/28 - 8/23 |
800-SNOWMASS, |
Fanny Hill,
Snowmass Village,
www.snowmassvillage.com
Free weekly concert series in Snowmass Village
draws crowds by the thousands every Thursday
to hear some of the best rock, R & B, soul, Latin
music and more.
Theatre Aspen
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6/28 - 9/1 |
970-925-9313, |
Rio Grande Park,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.
Friday Night Free Movies
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6/29 - 8/24 |
800-SNOWMASS, |
Fanny Hill, Snowmass,
www.snowmassvillage.com
Gather your friends and bring blankets or sleeping
bags and popcorn to Fanny Hill at dusk.
Classic flicks set against the star-studded sky.
Independence Celebration
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6/30 |
800-SNOWMASS, |
Snowmass Village Mall,
www.snowmassvillage.com
Free holiday extravaganza that includes a spectacular
laser light show, major outdoor concert
and lots of on-mountain fun.
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Aspen Ideas Festival
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7/2 - 8 |
970-544-7955, |
Aspen Institute,
Aspen, www.aspeninstitute.org/Ideasfest
Visit website for more information on
individual tickets.
Aspen’s Old-Fashioned
Fourth of July Celebration
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7/4 |
970-925-1940, |
Downtown Aspen, www.aspenchamber.org
Approximately 20,000 locals and visitors
honor the nation’s birthday with a parade, kids
carnival, live music and spectacular fireworks.
Boogie's Diner Buddy 5 Mile Race
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7/4 |
970-925-5717, |
Boogie''s Diner at Cooper St. and Hunter St., Aspen, 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
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7/4 |
970-920-5141, |
Aspen Ice Garden,
Aspen, www.aspenrecreation.com
The Aspen Summer Skate participants present
their annual July Fourth Skating Exhibition.
Aspen Music Festival and School
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7/6 |
970-925-9042 |
2 Music School Rd., Aspen www.aspenmusicfestival.com
David Zinman leads violinist Gil Shaham and
the Aspen Chamber Symphony in Beethoven’s
Violin Concerto in D major.
Boogie's Bash for the Buddles Gala
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7/5 |
970-925-5717, |
Boggie's Merry-Go Ranch, Aspen, www.buddyprogram.org
Boogie’s Gala is The Buddy Program’s annual
fundraiser and features cocktails, hors
d’oeuvres, a silent and live auction, dinner
and dancing. This popular party supports
local children and their families.
Seminar of Century
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7/6 - 8 |
888-868-8883, |
Snowmass Villag Center, www.peakpotentials.com
Peak Potentials presents the “Woodstock” of
personal development. This 3-day intensive
outdoor program is guided by the world’s
leading thinkers and teachers in the areas
of personal growth, spirituality, health &
well-being and financial wellness. Advance
registration required.
Taste of Aspen
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7/7 |
970-925-2402, |
Downtown Aspen, www.stayaspensnowmass.com
Aspen’s best restaurants feature cuisine
samples on both sides of the street. Live music,
raffle drawings and other entertainment.
Socrates Society at the Aspen Institutes
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7/8 - 11 |
970-544-7915, |
Aspen Institute, Aspen, www.aspeninstitute.org
Socrates Society seminars are designed as
a forum for emerging leaders to explore
leadership challenges. Discussions are built
around advance readings of classical and
contemporary works.
Blast the Mass
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7/12 - 15 |
970-333-1159, |
Snowmass Village, www.jazzaspen.org
6th annual Blast the Mass launches bikers
through extreme downhill, cross country
and mountain cross terrain for regional
champion titles.
JAS Academy presented by Jazz Aspen Snowmass
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7/15 - 24 |
970-920-4996, |
Snowmass Villag / Aspen, www.jazzaspen.org
The nation’s only all-scholarship residency
program for upcoming jazz musicians.
Five bands are chosen each summer and
can be seen in multiple live performances
throughout Snowmass Village and Aspen.
Aspen Music Festival and School
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7/16 |
970-925-9042, |
2 Music School Rd., Aspen, www.aspenmusicfestival.com
An evening of live dance by the Aspen Santa Fe
Ballet, performed to live music played by AMFS
artist-faculty.
Snowmagical Family Fun Fest
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7/20 - 21 |
800-SNOWMASS, |
Snowmass Recreation Center, 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.
Snowmass Antiques Fair
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7/20 - 22 |
800-SNOWMASS |
Snowmass Village Mall, www.snowmassvillage.com
Forty nationally recognized antique
dealers from around the country. Fine
European antiques, rustic furnishings,
estate jewelry, glass, fine art and more.
Aspen Arts Festival
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7/21 - 22 |
970-925-1940, |
Downtown Aspen,
Aspen, www.aspenchamber.org
A wonderful open art gallery with over
100 exhibitors offering jewerly, pottery,
sculpture, glass, ceramics, paintings and
prints. Free admission.
JASummer Nights Swing
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7/21 |
970-920-4996, |
Aspen Highlands, www.jazzaspen.org
A swinging club with open bars, dinner,
multiple musical performances and a live
auction. Benefits proceed Jazz Aspen
Snowmass education programs.
17th Annual Komen Aspen Race for the Cure®
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7/21 |
970-920-0250, |
Rio Grande Park, Aspen, www.komenaspen.org
A family-oriented 5K race/walk 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 cures.
Aspen Music Festival and School
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7/26 |
970-920-9042, |
2 Music School Rd., Aspen, www.aspenmusicfestival.com
Carmen, opera’s most beloved heroine,
comes to life—and death—in Aspen with
soaring arias and flamenco sass. Also runs
July 28, 29, 30.
US Open Mountainboard Competitions
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7/26 - 28 |
303-886-1812, |
Snowmass Village Mall,
Snowmass Village,www.usmountainboarding.com
The world’s best riders ripping down
the slopes for the titles of US Open
Champion. Competition is open to all
levels and ages.
Aspen Center for Integral Health 7th Annual Summer Health Symposium
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7/27 |
970-920-2957, |
Aspen, www.acih.org
Top medical experts discuss the latest
findings on today’s most critical health
issues. Also the on-site Health Zone tent
allows attendees to interact with several
health-minded organizations.
Aspen Center for Integral Health Spa Soirée
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7/28 |
970-920-2957, |
Downtown Aspen, www.acih.org
The Aspen Center for Integral Health’s Spa
Soirée will combine a relaxed and social atmosphere
with healthy gourmet food, organic
wines, spa treatments, auctions, educational
components and fun.
High Country Sk8 Challenge
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7/28 |
970-544-4100, |
Rio Grande Park, Aspen,
www.aspenrecreation.com
Some of the finest skateboarders in
Colorado throw down on the skateboard
deck for this competition that’s part of the
Mountain Madness Series.
SpaFinder Aspen Spa Day '07
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7/28 |
970-925-1940, |
Downtown Aspen,
Spa Finder introduces the first annual
Aspen Spa Day, an event presenting the
luxury spa lifestyle. Come experience this
unique program highlighting spas of the
world, spa beauty, spa lifestyle products
and spa cuisine.
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