E X P L O R E A S P E N
SUMMER 2026 EVENTS
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
July 14, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
July 14, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Hotel Jerome Tour
July 14, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
July 15, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Wheeler Opera House History Tour
July 15, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
7:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
Meet in the box office lobby.
Spectator, Sporting Event
Thursday
Snowmass Rodeo
July 16, 2026
Snowmass Rodeo
1:00 AM
2735 Brush Creek Rd, Snowmass Village, CO 81615, USA
Rain or shine!
5:00-7:00 ~ BBQ
7:00 ~ Rodeo
REMINDERS:
FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR BELOVED PETS AT HOME.
PLEASE DO NOT BRING ANY ALCOHOL TO THE RODEO GROUNDS, THANK YOU!!
PARKING:
RODEO GUESTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO UTILIZE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FROM BRUSH CREEK PARK AND RIDE,THE GRAVEL LOT AT BLACK SADDLE AND TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.
NO PARKING IS ALLOWED ON ANY OF THE ROADWAY SHOULDERS AT ANY TIME.
FREE SHUTTLES ARE AVAILABLE ON A LOOP FROM THE RODEO GROUNDS TO TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.IF STAYING IN SNOWMASS, MOST PROPERTIES IN SNOWMASS VILLAGE PROVIDE FREE SHUTTLES TO THE RODEO GROUNDS.
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
July 16, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Hotel Jerome Tour
July 16, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Music/Concert, Spectator
Thursday
The Droptines | Opener - Mark Nussmeier
Genre: Americana
July 16, 2026
Snowmass Free Concert Series
11:30 PM
Snowmass, CO 81654, USA
No Pets: Dogs have very acute hearing and the loud noise can actually be harmful to your pet. In compliance with ADA Guidelines, service animals are permitted inside the venue and must remain with their owners. This does NOT include emotional support animals, comfort animals and therapy dogs.
Drinks are sold on site, including water and alcoholic beverages. While outside alcohol is not permitted, sealed, non-alcoholic beverages are allowed (no glass, please!). Feel free to bring your empty water bottle, we have a water filling station available inside the venue!
No outside alcohol is permitted. There is a staffed bar inside the venue where you can purchase alcoholic beverages (all canned items…beer, wine, & cocktails). Alcoholic beverages can only be purchased by someone 21 years old or older. Proper ID will be required and checked to receive a wristband before purchasing alcohol. Alcohol may NOT leave the concert venue.
What to bring: We suggest a picnic blanket or low chairs to sit on, and a jacket or sweater for after the sun goes down. Maybe an umbrella or jacket for any inclement weather. Many Snowmass restaurants in Base Village and The Mall offer take out for the perfect concert dinner picnic. Arriving early? Check out the patios at Stew Pot, Venga Venga or Ranger Station on The Mall or Base Village, Limelight and Base Canp in Base Village for drinks and apps while you wait for your squad.
Where to go: Concerts are held on the Fanny Hill Concert Stage at the end of the Snowmass Mall. Free parking is available at Town Park Station and the Brush Creek Intercept Lot, with free shuttles to the Snowmass Mall and Base Village. Additional options include, RFTA bus service from Aspen and the Intercept Lot, or the free Village Shuttle service throughout Snowmass. It is best to get off at the Snowmass Mall stop.
If you are driving, the Base Village Parking Garage offer free (limited) parking during the summer months. From the garage, you can ride the free Sky Cab Gondola (known as the Skittles) from Base Village to the Snowmass Mall.
Participation, Spectator
Friday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
July 17, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Friday
Family Fridays at Holden/Marolt Museum
July 17, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
40180 CO-82, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
12:00-5:00
New this summer, enjoy special offerings for all ages on Friday afternoons at Aspen’s only trailside museum! Head to the Holden/Marolt Mining & Ranching Museum for an insider’s look at the exhibitions, steam engines and mining machinery, plus guided tours of the restored McMurchy/Zupancis cabin and barn, with life-sized farm animal replicas including the demonstration milking cow! Kids can earn a sticker prize for completing an interactive scavenger hunt, and all guests who bike or walk to the museum will also get stickers. Bring a picnic and enjoy complimentary lemonade on the lawn for a family-friendly afternoon at the museum.
Spectator, Participation, Shopping
Saturday
Farmer's Market, 8:30-2:00
July 18, 2026
City of Aspen
2:30 PM
E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Since 1998 this local farmer’s market has been a Summer staple in the downtown core. The market features Colorado-produced offerings such as produce, fruits, vegetables, bread, meats, jams, artisan products, sculptures, paintings, a petting zoo, and so much more. There is also a food court for lunch or snack provisions.
Participation, Spectator
Monday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
July 20, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Spectator
Monday
Water in the Age of Silver: Touring Aspen's "Holden Works"
July 20, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
11:00 PM
40180 CO-82, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Offered by Roaring Fork Conservancy in partnership with Aspen Historical Society and City of Aspen Parks & Open Space
Discover the largest industrial site in the history of Pitkin County: a then-state-of-the-art silver processing plant known as the Holden Lixiviation Works. Built on the banks of Castle Creek in 1891 by Edward Royal Holden, the plant led to innovative and sometimes destructive uses of water resources for hydropower and waste disposal. Explore the history, the museum, and the remnants of the “Works” (including the reconstructed flume and cable derrick) to learn how one of our most precious resources, freshwater, was utilized in a different era. We’ll also examine the effects of time on the riparian area along Castle Creek.
Dress appropriately as this event will happen rain or shine.
Please call Roaring Fork Conservancy at 970.927.1290 with questions.
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
July 21, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
July 21, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Hotel Jerome Tour
July 21, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
July 22, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Wheeler Opera House History Tour
July 22, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
7:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
Meet in the box office lobby.
Art, Participation
Wednesday
Adult Watercolor July: with Amy Beidleman
July 22, 2026
Red Brick Center for the Arts
11:30 PM
110 E Hallam St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Class Theme: Flowers
Instructor Amy Beidleman will lead students through the steps to complete an artwork at the end of the class. Through demonstration and guided practice, the students will learn key watercolor techniques, such as, wet-on-wet, creating hard and soft edges, glazing, lifting, spattering, and many more. Learn helpful watercolor techniques to use with a variety of subject matter.
No experience necessary, all levels welcome.
Participation, Music/Concert
Thursday
Line Dancing
July 23, 2026
The Gant Aspen
12:00 AM
610 S W End St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Kick up your boots for a lively Western night with Mezcla Socials Dance. Join us for an evening of line dancing filled with country tunes, friendly faces, and plenty of fun. Whether you have experience or you’re just learning the ropes, Brian and Claudia will guide you through easy, beginner-friendly steps that will have you dancing with confidence before you know it.
Your 20 dollar ticket includes 45 minutes of line dancing instruction, a 45 minute dance social, one complimentary drink, and light snacks to keep you fueled for the fun. Additional beverages will be available for purchase.
Come on your own, bring a partner, or round up your friends. Line dancing is all about movement, connection, and good old-fashioned Western spirit.
Reservations required
Reserve your spot and let’s dance!
Spectator, Sporting Event
Thursday
Snowmass Rodeo
July 23, 2026
Snowmass Rodeo
1:00 AM
2735 Brush Creek Rd, Snowmass Village, CO 81615, USA
Rain or shine!
5:00-7:00 ~ BBQ
7:00 ~ Rodeo
REMINDERS:
FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR BELOVED PETS AT HOME.
PLEASE DO NOT BRING ANY ALCOHOL TO THE RODEO GROUNDS, THANK YOU!!
PARKING:
RODEO GUESTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO UTILIZE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FROM BRUSH CREEK PARK AND RIDE,THE GRAVEL LOT AT BLACK SADDLE AND TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.
NO PARKING IS ALLOWED ON ANY OF THE ROADWAY SHOULDERS AT ANY TIME.
FREE SHUTTLES ARE AVAILABLE ON A LOOP FROM THE RODEO GROUNDS TO TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.IF STAYING IN SNOWMASS, MOST PROPERTIES IN SNOWMASS VILLAGE PROVIDE FREE SHUTTLES TO THE RODEO GROUNDS.
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
July 23, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Hotel Jerome Tour
July 23, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Art, Participation
Thursday
Creative Happy Hour! Stained Glass Date Night
July 23, 2026
Red Brick Center for the Arts
11:30 PM
110 E Hallam St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Looking for a creative and memorable date night? This beginner-friendly stained glass class is designed for pairs—whether you’re partners, friends, or family members—who want to learn something new together while creating a shared piece of art.
Working as a team, you’ll be guided through the copper foil method while collaborating on a single stained glass project or two smaller projects each using pre-cut honeycomb shapes. Much like a cooking class, we will prep the ingredients for you to assemble and complete in class. No experience necessary! This relaxed, fun environment focuses on creativity, connection, and hands-on learning.
This workshop is open to all levels and is focused on process and exploring your own creative voice.
Music/Concert, Spectator
Thursday
Kolton Moore & The Clever Few | Opener - Tristan Trincado
Genre: Americana/Blues/Country
July 23, 2026
Snowmass Free Concert Series
11:30 PM
Snowmass, CO 81654, USA
No Pets: Dogs have very acute hearing and the loud noise can actually be harmful to your pet. In compliance with ADA Guidelines, service animals are permitted inside the venue and must remain with their owners. This does NOT include emotional support animals, comfort animals and therapy dogs.
Drinks are sold on site, including water and alcoholic beverages. While outside alcohol is not permitted, sealed, non-alcoholic beverages are allowed (no glass, please!). Feel free to bring your empty water bottle, we have a water filling station available inside the venue!
No outside alcohol is permitted. There is a staffed bar inside the venue where you can purchase alcoholic beverages (all canned items…beer, wine, & cocktails). Alcoholic beverages can only be purchased by someone 21 years old or older. Proper ID will be required and checked to receive a wristband before purchasing alcohol. Alcohol may NOT leave the concert venue.
What to bring: We suggest a picnic blanket or low chairs to sit on, and a jacket or sweater for after the sun goes down. Maybe an umbrella or jacket for any inclement weather. Many Snowmass restaurants in Base Village and The Mall offer take out for the perfect concert dinner picnic. Arriving early? Check out the patios at Stew Pot, Venga Venga or Ranger Station on The Mall or Base Village, Limelight and Base Canp in Base Village for drinks and apps while you wait for your squad.
Where to go: Concerts are held on the Fanny Hill Concert Stage at the end of the Snowmass Mall. Free parking is available at Town Park Station and the Brush Creek Intercept Lot, with free shuttles to the Snowmass Mall and Base Village. Additional options include, RFTA bus service from Aspen and the Intercept Lot, or the free Village Shuttle service throughout Snowmass. It is best to get off at the Snowmass Mall stop.
If you are driving, the Base Village Parking Garage offer free (limited) parking during the summer months. From the garage, you can ride the free Sky Cab Gondola (known as the Skittles) from Base Village to the Snowmass Mall.
Participation, Spectator
Friday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
July 24, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Friday
Family Fridays at Holden/Marolt Museum
July 24, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
40180 CO-82, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
12:00-5:00
New this summer, enjoy special offerings for all ages on Friday afternoons at Aspen’s only trailside museum! Head to the Holden/Marolt Mining & Ranching Museum for an insider’s look at the exhibitions, steam engines and mining machinery, plus guided tours of the restored McMurchy/Zupancis cabin and barn, with life-sized farm animal replicas including the demonstration milking cow! Kids can earn a sticker prize for completing an interactive scavenger hunt, and all guests who bike or walk to the museum will also get stickers. Bring a picnic and enjoy complimentary lemonade on the lawn for a family-friendly afternoon at the museum.
Spectator, Participation, Shopping
Saturday
Farmer's Market, 8:30-2:00
July 25, 2026
City of Aspen
2:30 PM
E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Since 1998 this local farmer’s market has been a Summer staple in the downtown core. The market features Colorado-produced offerings such as produce, fruits, vegetables, bread, meats, jams, artisan products, sculptures, paintings, a petting zoo, and so much more. There is also a food court for lunch or snack provisions.
Participation, Spectator
Monday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
July 27, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
July 28, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
July 28, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Hotel Jerome Tour
July 28, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Art, Participation
Tuesday
Active Art: Visual Journaling: Landscape Paintings at Pitkin County Senior Services
July 28, 2026
Aspen Art Museum
7:00 PM
275 Castle Creek Rd, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Join the Aspen Art Museum and local artist Christie Helm for an immersive visual journaling workshop! This creative practice combines the written word and artistic imagery to express and record thoughts, experiences, and emotions.
Visual journaling has a rich history spanning from ancient cave paintings to modern art therapy. Influential figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Carl Jung used it to document their observations, inventions, and inner psychological worlds.
In this workshop, participants will explore visual journaling as it relates to color theory, landscape, and still life to craft stories that are uniquely their own.
Each participant will leave with a journal and a supply kit to continue their visual journaling practice at home.
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
July 29, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Spectator, Sporting Event
Thursday
Snowmass Rodeo
July 30, 2026
Snowmass Rodeo
1:00 AM
2735 Brush Creek Rd, Snowmass Village, CO 81615, USA
Rain or shine!
5:00-7:00 ~ BBQ
7:00 ~ Rodeo
REMINDERS:
FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR BELOVED PETS AT HOME.
PLEASE DO NOT BRING ANY ALCOHOL TO THE RODEO GROUNDS, THANK YOU!!
PARKING:
RODEO GUESTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO UTILIZE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FROM BRUSH CREEK PARK AND RIDE,THE GRAVEL LOT AT BLACK SADDLE AND TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.
NO PARKING IS ALLOWED ON ANY OF THE ROADWAY SHOULDERS AT ANY TIME.
FREE SHUTTLES ARE AVAILABLE ON A LOOP FROM THE RODEO GROUNDS TO TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.IF STAYING IN SNOWMASS, MOST PROPERTIES IN SNOWMASS VILLAGE PROVIDE FREE SHUTTLES TO THE RODEO GROUNDS.
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
July 30, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Hotel Jerome Tour
July 30, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Music/Concert, Spectator
Thursday
Clay Street Unit | Opener - Kenny Wayne and The Companions
Genre: Bluegrass
July 30, 2026
Snowmass Free Concert Series
11:30 PM
Snowmass, CO 81654, USA
No Pets: Dogs have very acute hearing and the loud noise can actually be harmful to your pet. In compliance with ADA Guidelines, service animals are permitted inside the venue and must remain with their owners. This does NOT include emotional support animals, comfort animals and therapy dogs.
Drinks are sold on site, including water and alcoholic beverages. While outside alcohol is not permitted, sealed, non-alcoholic beverages are allowed (no glass, please!). Feel free to bring your empty water bottle, we have a water filling station available inside the venue!
No outside alcohol is permitted. There is a staffed bar inside the venue where you can purchase alcoholic beverages (all canned items…beer, wine, & cocktails). Alcoholic beverages can only be purchased by someone 21 years old or older. Proper ID will be required and checked to receive a wristband before purchasing alcohol. Alcohol may NOT leave the concert venue.
What to bring: We suggest a picnic blanket or low chairs to sit on, and a jacket or sweater for after the sun goes down. Maybe an umbrella or jacket for any inclement weather. Many Snowmass restaurants in Base Village and The Mall offer take out for the perfect concert dinner picnic. Arriving early? Check out the patios at Stew Pot, Venga Venga or Ranger Station on The Mall or Base Village, Limelight and Base Canp in Base Village for drinks and apps while you wait for your squad.
Where to go: Concerts are held on the Fanny Hill Concert Stage at the end of the Snowmass Mall. Free parking is available at Town Park Station and the Brush Creek Intercept Lot, with free shuttles to the Snowmass Mall and Base Village. Additional options include, RFTA bus service from Aspen and the Intercept Lot, or the free Village Shuttle service throughout Snowmass. It is best to get off at the Snowmass Mall stop.
If you are driving, the Base Village Parking Garage offer free (limited) parking during the summer months. From the garage, you can ride the free Sky Cab Gondola (known as the Skittles) from Base Village to the Snowmass Mall.
Art, Spectator, Sporting Event
Friday
Commedia dell'arte
July 31, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
12:30 AM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Camille Henrot brings her interdisciplinary practice to the stage for the first time with the world premiere of Commedia dell’arte. Co-commissioned by Performa, Aspen Art Museum / Wheeler Opera House, and LYRA Art Foundation, Henrot’s performance incorporates the stock characters and comic ploys of the Italian Renaissance theatrical tradition within a modern day New York City apartment building. The delivery of a package triggers a cascade of uncanny events among tenants, as the tragi-comedic play attempts to make sense out of the senseless, ultimately collapsing into it.
The work draws on Henrot’s distinct visual language, shaped by her background as a cartoonist, as well as the slapstick and gestural comedy of Buster Keaton, Jim Carrey, and Tex Avery. Henrot engages and reconfigures the formal languages of film and television, media whose own structures are shaped by the conventions and performative structures of early theater. In a zany collision of mundanity and excess, Henrot constructs a portrait of contemporary life in which hustle and reflection, wealth and precarity, share a wall—bodies always in motion, in the constant performance of being.
The performance was developed in collaboration with set designers Charlap Hyman & Herrero, costume designer Sandra Berrebi, writer Estelle Hoy, playwright Justine Gelfman, choreographer Sigrid Lauren, and lighting designer Dan Stearns with original music and live sound by Aaron David Ross and Mauro Hertig.
Participation, Spectator
Friday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
July 31, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Friday
Family Fridays at Holden/Marolt Museum
July 31, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
40180 CO-82, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
12:00-5:00
New this summer, enjoy special offerings for all ages on Friday afternoons at Aspen’s only trailside museum! Head to the Holden/Marolt Mining & Ranching Museum for an insider’s look at the exhibitions, steam engines and mining machinery, plus guided tours of the restored McMurchy/Zupancis cabin and barn, with life-sized farm animal replicas including the demonstration milking cow! Kids can earn a sticker prize for completing an interactive scavenger hunt, and all guests who bike or walk to the museum will also get stickers. Bring a picnic and enjoy complimentary lemonade on the lawn for a family-friendly afternoon at the museum.
Spectator, Participation, Shopping
Saturday
Farmer's Market, 8:30-2:00
August 1, 2026
City of Aspen
2:30 PM
E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Since 1998 this local farmer’s market has been a Summer staple in the downtown core. The market features Colorado-produced offerings such as produce, fruits, vegetables, bread, meats, jams, artisan products, sculptures, paintings, a petting zoo, and so much more. There is also a food court for lunch or snack provisions.
Participation, Spectator
Saturday
Ducky Derby 2026
August 1, 2026
Rotary Club of Aspen
5:00 PM
Rio Grande Park, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
The Ducky Derby is the Rotary Club of Aspen’s main fundraiser—an event that brings the whole community together for a great cause. At 1 PM, thousands of rubber ducks will race down the Roaring Fork River, with exciting prizes awarded to the winners.
The day runs from 11 AM to 3:30 PM on Saturday, August 1 and features music, youth group booths with games and activities, bouncy houses, food trucks, soft drinks, and a silent auction.
Over the years, this beloved tradition has supported 65 local nonprofits focused on education, health, human services, and youth recreation. We’re incredibly grateful to our sponsors for making it all possible.
Participation, Spectator
Monday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
August 3, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Music/Concert, Spectator
Monday
Traffic Jams with Bandits on the Run
August 3, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
10:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Bandits on the Run is a Brooklyn‑based indie‑folk‑pop trio formed through busking in New York City subways. Comprised of Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn, the group is known for three‑part harmonies, theatrical storytelling, and inventive instrumentation including cello, accordion, and suitcase drum. Their collaborative approach extends beyond the stage, with work spanning albums, musical theater projects, and collaborations with Netflix. Blending folk traditions with pop sensibility and performance‑driven energy, Bandits on the Run create music that feels intimate, imaginative, and deeply human—well suited to close‑up spaces like The Vault.
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
August 4, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
August 4, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Hotel Jerome Tour
August 4, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Music/Concert, Spectator
Tuesday
Traffic Jams with Bandits on the Run
August 4, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
10:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Bandits on the Run is a Brooklyn‑based indie‑folk‑pop trio formed through busking in New York City subways. Comprised of Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn, the group is known for three‑part harmonies, theatrical storytelling, and inventive instrumentation including cello, accordion, and suitcase drum. Their collaborative approach extends beyond the stage, with work spanning albums, musical theater projects, and collaborations with Netflix. Blending folk traditions with pop sensibility and performance‑driven energy, Bandits on the Run create music that feels intimate, imaginative, and deeply human—well suited to close‑up spaces like The Vault.
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
August 5, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Wheeler Opera House History Tour
August 5, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
7:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
Meet in the box office lobby.
Music/Concert, Spectator
Wednesday
Traffic Jams with Bandits on the Run
August 5, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
10:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Bandits on the Run is a Brooklyn‑based indie‑folk‑pop trio formed through busking in New York City subways. Comprised of Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn, the group is known for three‑part harmonies, theatrical storytelling, and inventive instrumentation including cello, accordion, and suitcase drum. Their collaborative approach extends beyond the stage, with work spanning albums, musical theater projects, and collaborations with Netflix. Blending folk traditions with pop sensibility and performance‑driven energy, Bandits on the Run create music that feels intimate, imaginative, and deeply human—well suited to close‑up spaces like The Vault.
Spectator, Sporting Event
Thursday
Snowmass Rodeo
August 6, 2026
Snowmass Rodeo
1:00 AM
2735 Brush Creek Rd, Snowmass Village, CO 81615, USA
Rain or shine!
5:00-7:00 ~ BBQ
7:00 ~ Rodeo
REMINDERS:
FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR BELOVED PETS AT HOME.
PLEASE DO NOT BRING ANY ALCOHOL TO THE RODEO GROUNDS, THANK YOU!!
PARKING:
RODEO GUESTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO UTILIZE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FROM BRUSH CREEK PARK AND RIDE,THE GRAVEL LOT AT BLACK SADDLE AND TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.
NO PARKING IS ALLOWED ON ANY OF THE ROADWAY SHOULDERS AT ANY TIME.
FREE SHUTTLES ARE AVAILABLE ON A LOOP FROM THE RODEO GROUNDS TO TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.IF STAYING IN SNOWMASS, MOST PROPERTIES IN SNOWMASS VILLAGE PROVIDE FREE SHUTTLES TO THE RODEO GROUNDS.
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
August 6, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Hotel Jerome Tour
August 6, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Music/Concert, Spectator
Thursday
Traffic Jams with Bandits on the Run
August 6, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
10:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Bandits on the Run is a Brooklyn‑based indie‑folk‑pop trio formed through busking in New York City subways. Comprised of Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn, the group is known for three‑part harmonies, theatrical storytelling, and inventive instrumentation including cello, accordion, and suitcase drum. Their collaborative approach extends beyond the stage, with work spanning albums, musical theater projects, and collaborations with Netflix. Blending folk traditions with pop sensibility and performance‑driven energy, Bandits on the Run create music that feels intimate, imaginative, and deeply human—well suited to close‑up spaces like The Vault.
Music/Concert, Spectator
Thursday
Black Pistol Fire | Opener - Van Bellman
Genre: Blues/Rock
August 6, 2026
Snowmass Free Concert Series
11:30 PM
Snowmass, CO 81654, USA
No Pets: Dogs have very acute hearing and the loud noise can actually be harmful to your pet. In compliance with ADA Guidelines, service animals are permitted inside the venue and must remain with their owners. This does NOT include emotional support animals, comfort animals and therapy dogs.
Drinks are sold on site, including water and alcoholic beverages. While outside alcohol is not permitted, sealed, non-alcoholic beverages are allowed (no glass, please!). Feel free to bring your empty water bottle, we have a water filling station available inside the venue!
No outside alcohol is permitted. There is a staffed bar inside the venue where you can purchase alcoholic beverages (all canned items…beer, wine, & cocktails). Alcoholic beverages can only be purchased by someone 21 years old or older. Proper ID will be required and checked to receive a wristband before purchasing alcohol. Alcohol may NOT leave the concert venue.
What to bring: We suggest a picnic blanket or low chairs to sit on, and a jacket or sweater for after the sun goes down. Maybe an umbrella or jacket for any inclement weather. Many Snowmass restaurants in Base Village and The Mall offer take out for the perfect concert dinner picnic. Arriving early? Check out the patios at Stew Pot, Venga Venga or Ranger Station on The Mall or Base Village, Limelight and Base Canp in Base Village for drinks and apps while you wait for your squad.
Where to go: Concerts are held on the Fanny Hill Concert Stage at the end of the Snowmass Mall. Free parking is available at Town Park Station and the Brush Creek Intercept Lot, with free shuttles to the Snowmass Mall and Base Village. Additional options include, RFTA bus service from Aspen and the Intercept Lot, or the free Village Shuttle service throughout Snowmass. It is best to get off at the Snowmass Mall stop.
If you are driving, the Base Village Parking Garage offer free (limited) parking during the summer months. From the garage, you can ride the free Sky Cab Gondola (known as the Skittles) from Base Village to the Snowmass Mall.
Participation, Spectator
Friday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
August 7, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Friday
Family Fridays at Holden/Marolt Museum
August 7, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
40180 CO-82, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
12:00-5:00
New this summer, enjoy special offerings for all ages on Friday afternoons at Aspen’s only trailside museum! Head to the Holden/Marolt Mining & Ranching Museum for an insider’s look at the exhibitions, steam engines and mining machinery, plus guided tours of the restored McMurchy/Zupancis cabin and barn, with life-sized farm animal replicas including the demonstration milking cow! Kids can earn a sticker prize for completing an interactive scavenger hunt, and all guests who bike or walk to the museum will also get stickers. Bring a picnic and enjoy complimentary lemonade on the lawn for a family-friendly afternoon at the museum.
Music/Concert, Spectator
Friday
Up in the Sky Music Festival - John Summit, Empire of the Sun, Leon Thomas, Passion Pit, Fcukers, Night Tapes, Collect 200, Thebandfriday
August 7, 2026
Belly Up Aspen
11:00 PM
38700 CO-82, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Music In The Mountains - Get ready for Aspen's ultimate summer music event, featuring two days of performances from today’s hottest artists.
Spectator, Participation, Shopping
Saturday
Farmer's Market, 8:30-2:00
August 8, 2026
City of Aspen
2:30 PM
E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Since 1998 this local farmer’s market has been a Summer staple in the downtown core. The market features Colorado-produced offerings such as produce, fruits, vegetables, bread, meats, jams, artisan products, sculptures, paintings, a petting zoo, and so much more. There is also a food court for lunch or snack provisions.
Music/Concert, Spectator
Saturday
Up in the Sky Music Festival - Dom Dolla, Parcels, Polo & Pan, Good Neighbors, Nimino, Cil, Me N Ü, Paperwater
August 8, 2026
Belly Up Aspen
11:00 PM
38700 CO-82, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Music In The Mountains - Get ready for Aspen's ultimate summer music event, featuring two days of performances from today’s hottest artists.
Participation, Spectator
Monday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
August 10, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Music/Concert, Spectator
Monday
Traffic Jams with Larry & Joe
August 10, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
10:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Larry & Joe is a Venezuelan‑Appalachian musical duo formed in North Carolina in 2023, featuring Larry Bellorín and Joe Troop. Blending Venezuelan música llanera with Appalachian bluegrass, they describe their sound as “latingrass.” Their performances feature banjo, harp, cuatro, fiddle, vocals, and other traditional instruments, highlighting both musicians’ deep roots and shared spirit of collaboration. Drawing from distinct cultural traditions, Larry & Joe create music that celebrates migration, connection, and cross‑cultural unity—using folk music as a bridge between histories, communities, and lived experience.
Larry & Joe es un dúo musical venezolano‑apalachense formado en Carolina del Norte en 2023 por Larry Bellorín y Joe Troop. Su música fusiona la música llanera venezolana con el bluegrass de los Apalaches, un estilo que ellos llaman “latingrass”. Utilizando instrumentos como banjo, arpa, cuatro, violín y voz, el dúo destaca sus raíces culturales y un fuerte espíritu colaborativo. A través de tradiciones musicales distintas pero complementarias, Larry & Joe celebran la migración, la identidad y la unidad cultural, utilizando la música folklórica como un puente entre comunidades e historias compartidas.
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
August 11, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
August 11, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Hotel Jerome Tour
August 11, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Music/Concert, Spectator
Tuesday
Traffic Jams with Larry & Joe
August 11, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
10:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Larry & Joe is a Venezuelan‑Appalachian musical duo formed in North Carolina in 2023, featuring Larry Bellorín and Joe Troop. Blending Venezuelan música llanera with Appalachian bluegrass, they describe their sound as “latingrass.” Their performances feature banjo, harp, cuatro, fiddle, vocals, and other traditional instruments, highlighting both musicians’ deep roots and shared spirit of collaboration. Drawing from distinct cultural traditions, Larry & Joe create music that celebrates migration, connection, and cross‑cultural unity—using folk music as a bridge between histories, communities, and lived experience.
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
August 12, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Wheeler Opera House History Tour
August 12, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
7:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
Meet in the box office lobby.
Music/Concert, Spectator
Wednesday
Traffic Jams with Larry & Joe
August 12, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
10:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Larry & Joe is a Venezuelan‑Appalachian musical duo formed in North Carolina in 2023, featuring Larry Bellorín and Joe Troop. Blending Venezuelan música llanera with Appalachian bluegrass, they describe their sound as “latingrass.” Their performances feature banjo, harp, cuatro, fiddle, vocals, and other traditional instruments, highlighting both musicians’ deep roots and shared spirit of collaboration. Drawing from distinct cultural traditions, Larry & Joe create music that celebrates migration, connection, and cross‑cultural unity—using folk music as a bridge between histories, communities, and lived experience.
Art, Participation
Wednesday
Adult Watercolor August: with Amy Beidleman
August 12, 2026
Red Brick Center for the Arts
11:30 PM
110 E Hallam St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Class Theme: Summer Landscape
Instructor Amy Beidleman will lead students through the steps to complete an artwork at the end of the class. Through demonstration and guided practice, the students will learn key watercolor techniques, such as, wet-on-wet, creating hard and soft edges, glazing, lifting, spattering, and many more. Learn helpful watercolor techniques to use with a variety of subject matter.
No experience necessary, all levels welcome.
Participation, Music/Concert
Thursday
Line Dancing
August 13, 2026
The Gant Aspen
12:00 AM
610 S W End St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Kick up your boots for a lively Western night with Mezcla Socials Dance. Join us for an evening of line dancing filled with country tunes, friendly faces, and plenty of fun. Whether you have experience or you’re just learning the ropes, Brian and Claudia will guide you through easy, beginner-friendly steps that will have you dancing with confidence before you know it.
Your 20 dollar ticket includes 45 minutes of line dancing instruction, a 45 minute dance social, one complimentary drink, and light snacks to keep you fueled for the fun. Additional beverages will be available for purchase.
Come on your own, bring a partner, or round up your friends. Line dancing is all about movement, connection, and good old-fashioned Western spirit.
Reservations required
Reserve your spot and let’s dance!
Spectator, Sporting Event
Thursday
Snowmass Rodeo
August 13, 2026
Snowmass Rodeo
1:00 AM
2735 Brush Creek Rd, Snowmass Village, CO 81615, USA
Rain or shine!
5:00-7:00 ~ BBQ
7:00 ~ Rodeo
REMINDERS:
FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR BELOVED PETS AT HOME.
PLEASE DO NOT BRING ANY ALCOHOL TO THE RODEO GROUNDS, THANK YOU!!
PARKING:
RODEO GUESTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO UTILIZE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FROM BRUSH CREEK PARK AND RIDE,THE GRAVEL LOT AT BLACK SADDLE AND TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.
NO PARKING IS ALLOWED ON ANY OF THE ROADWAY SHOULDERS AT ANY TIME.
FREE SHUTTLES ARE AVAILABLE ON A LOOP FROM THE RODEO GROUNDS TO TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.IF STAYING IN SNOWMASS, MOST PROPERTIES IN SNOWMASS VILLAGE PROVIDE FREE SHUTTLES TO THE RODEO GROUNDS.
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
August 13, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Hotel Jerome Tour
August 13, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Music/Concert, Spectator
Thursday
Traffic Jams with Larry & Joe
August 13, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
10:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Larry & Joe is a Venezuelan‑Appalachian musical duo formed in North Carolina in 2023, featuring Larry Bellorín and Joe Troop. Blending Venezuelan música llanera with Appalachian bluegrass, they describe their sound as “latingrass.” Their performances feature banjo, harp, cuatro, fiddle, vocals, and other traditional instruments, highlighting both musicians’ deep roots and shared spirit of collaboration. Drawing from distinct cultural traditions, Larry & Joe create music that celebrates migration, connection, and cross‑cultural unity—using folk music as a bridge between histories, communities, and lived experience.
Music/Concert, Spectator
Thursday
Heavy Diamond Ring | Opener - Wild Flight
Genre: Americana
August 13, 2026
Snowmass Free Concert Series
11:30 PM
Snowmass, CO 81654, USA
No Pets: Dogs have very acute hearing and the loud noise can actually be harmful to your pet. In compliance with ADA Guidelines, service animals are permitted inside the venue and must remain with their owners. This does NOT include emotional support animals, comfort animals and therapy dogs.
Drinks are sold on site, including water and alcoholic beverages. While outside alcohol is not permitted, sealed, non-alcoholic beverages are allowed (no glass, please!). Feel free to bring your empty water bottle, we have a water filling station available inside the venue!
No outside alcohol is permitted. There is a staffed bar inside the venue where you can purchase alcoholic beverages (all canned items…beer, wine, & cocktails). Alcoholic beverages can only be purchased by someone 21 years old or older. Proper ID will be required and checked to receive a wristband before purchasing alcohol. Alcohol may NOT leave the concert venue.
What to bring: We suggest a picnic blanket or low chairs to sit on, and a jacket or sweater for after the sun goes down. Maybe an umbrella or jacket for any inclement weather. Many Snowmass restaurants in Base Village and The Mall offer take out for the perfect concert dinner picnic. Arriving early? Check out the patios at Stew Pot, Venga Venga or Ranger Station on The Mall or Base Village, Limelight and Base Canp in Base Village for drinks and apps while you wait for your squad.
Where to go: Concerts are held on the Fanny Hill Concert Stage at the end of the Snowmass Mall. Free parking is available at Town Park Station and the Brush Creek Intercept Lot, with free shuttles to the Snowmass Mall and Base Village. Additional options include, RFTA bus service from Aspen and the Intercept Lot, or the free Village Shuttle service throughout Snowmass. It is best to get off at the Snowmass Mall stop.
If you are driving, the Base Village Parking Garage offer free (limited) parking during the summer months. From the garage, you can ride the free Sky Cab Gondola (known as the Skittles) from Base Village to the Snowmass Mall.
Participation, Spectator
Friday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
August 14, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Friday
Family Fridays at Holden/Marolt Museum
August 14, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
40180 CO-82, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
12:00-5:00
New this summer, enjoy special offerings for all ages on Friday afternoons at Aspen’s only trailside museum! Head to the Holden/Marolt Mining & Ranching Museum for an insider’s look at the exhibitions, steam engines and mining machinery, plus guided tours of the restored McMurchy/Zupancis cabin and barn, with life-sized farm animal replicas including the demonstration milking cow! Kids can earn a sticker prize for completing an interactive scavenger hunt, and all guests who bike or walk to the museum will also get stickers. Bring a picnic and enjoy complimentary lemonade on the lawn for a family-friendly afternoon at the museum.
Spectator, Participation, Shopping
Saturday
Farmer's Market, 8:30-2:00
August 15, 2026
City of Aspen
2:30 PM
E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Since 1998 this local farmer’s market has been a Summer staple in the downtown core. The market features Colorado-produced offerings such as produce, fruits, vegetables, bread, meats, jams, artisan products, sculptures, paintings, a petting zoo, and so much more. There is also a food court for lunch or snack provisions.
Participation, Spectator
Saturday
Annual Ice Cream Social
August 15, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
620 W Bleeker St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Guests of all ages are invited to celebrate the longstanding tradition of a community ice cream social in Aspen! The free event features ice cream bowls replete with toppings, historically inspired boozy milkshakes for a small fee, and the once-a-year presentation of “A Briefly Complete History of Aspen” (a 45-minute crash course in Aspen history featuring song, dance, and character presentations). Since the mining era in Aspen, ice cream socials have been a popular summer gathering in the community.
This year’s event featuring free ice cream is made possible by supporters Obermeyer Wood Investment Counsel, with ice cream provided by Paradise Bakery.
Please walk, bike, bus, or carpool when possible. Limited parking in the West End neighborhood. ADA parking only onsite.
Participation, Spectator
Monday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
August 17, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
August 18, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
August 18, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Tuesday
Hotel Jerome Tour
August 18, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Downtown History Tour: Aspen Through the Eras
August 19, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Aspen Historical Society’s cornerstone walking tour of the buildings, sites, and scenes around downtown Aspen, with interesting stories around every corner. This tour meets across from the storied Wheeler Opera House, by the iconic dancing fountain and begins with a history “primer” at the Sister Cities Plaza on Wagner Park followed by a stroll through the historical downtown core before finishing at the iconic Hotel Jerome. With a focus on historical buildings, this tour offers a broad view of Aspen’s history with many interesting tidbits at each stop.
Weather dependent. This walking tour takes place on the pedestrian malls; sidewalks; and street-sides in downtown Aspen.
$25 adult / $20 senior
Free children under 18, must be accompanied by an adult
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Wednesday
Wheeler Opera House History Tour
August 19, 2026
Wheeler Opera House
7:30 PM
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
Meet in the box office lobby.
Spectator, Sporting Event
Thursday
Snowmass Rodeo
August 20, 2026
Snowmass Rodeo
1:00 AM
2735 Brush Creek Rd, Snowmass Village, CO 81615, USA
Rain or shine!
5:00-7:00 ~ BBQ
7:00 ~ Rodeo
REMINDERS:
FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR BELOVED PETS AT HOME.
PLEASE DO NOT BRING ANY ALCOHOL TO THE RODEO GROUNDS, THANK YOU!!
PARKING:
RODEO GUESTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO UTILIZE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FROM BRUSH CREEK PARK AND RIDE,THE GRAVEL LOT AT BLACK SADDLE AND TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.
NO PARKING IS ALLOWED ON ANY OF THE ROADWAY SHOULDERS AT ANY TIME.
FREE SHUTTLES ARE AVAILABLE ON A LOOP FROM THE RODEO GROUNDS TO TWO CREEKS PARKING LOT.IF STAYING IN SNOWMASS, MOST PROPERTIES IN SNOWMASS VILLAGE PROVIDE FREE SHUTTLES TO THE RODEO GROUNDS.
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Neighborhood History Tour: West End
August 20, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
4:30 PM
610 Gillespie Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Step back in time through Aspen’s storied West End residential neighborhood, a quiet gem of tree-lined boulevards bordered by the Aspen Meadows, the 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 – with stories of the people who lived there as the town bustled and grew around them.
Meets outside The Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
This walking tour takes place on the trails, sidewalks, lawns, and street-sides on the Meadows campus and in the West End neighborhood.
$25 adult
$20 seniors & children under 18 (accompanied by an adult)
Registration required
Participation, Spectator
Thursday
Hotel Jerome Tour
August 20, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
6:00 PM
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
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.
This tour takes place indoors, throughout the first floor of the Hotel Jerome.
$25 adult / $20 seniors
Free for children 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Free for Hotel Jerome guests
Registration required
Art, Participation
Thursday
Active Art: Mosaic Art Workshop at Aspen Art Museum
August 20, 2026
Aspen Art Museum
7:30 PM
637 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Join the Aspen Art Museum for an engaging mosaic art workshop! In this hands-on experience, participants will decorate beautiful trays, coasters, and flower vases, using colorful ceramic tiles, glass, and pebbles of their choice to create unique patterns.
Participants will learn about tesserae, grouting techniques, flow and movement, and key design principles.
All materials will be provided. Participants will take their finished artwork home. Light snacks and beverages will be available.
Music/Concert, Spectator
Thursday
Abraham Alexander | Opener - Jill Cohn
Genre: R&B
August 20, 2026
Snowmass Free Concert Series
11:30 PM
Snowmass, CO 81654, USA
No Pets: Dogs have very acute hearing and the loud noise can actually be harmful to your pet. In compliance with ADA Guidelines, service animals are permitted inside the venue and must remain with their owners. This does NOT include emotional support animals, comfort animals and therapy dogs.
Drinks are sold on site, including water and alcoholic beverages. While outside alcohol is not permitted, sealed, non-alcoholic beverages are allowed (no glass, please!). Feel free to bring your empty water bottle, we have a water filling station available inside the venue!
No outside alcohol is permitted. There is a staffed bar inside the venue where you can purchase alcoholic beverages (all canned items…beer, wine, & cocktails). Alcoholic beverages can only be purchased by someone 21 years old or older. Proper ID will be required and checked to receive a wristband before purchasing alcohol. Alcohol may NOT leave the concert venue.
What to bring: We suggest a picnic blanket or low chairs to sit on, and a jacket or sweater for after the sun goes down. Maybe an umbrella or jacket for any inclement weather. Many Snowmass restaurants in Base Village and The Mall offer take out for the perfect concert dinner picnic. Arriving early? Check out the patios at Stew Pot, Venga Venga or Ranger Station on The Mall or Base Village, Limelight and Base Canp in Base Village for drinks and apps while you wait for your squad.
Where to go: Concerts are held on the Fanny Hill Concert Stage at the end of the Snowmass Mall. Free parking is available at Town Park Station and the Brush Creek Intercept Lot, with free shuttles to the Snowmass Mall and Base Village. Additional options include, RFTA bus service from Aspen and the Intercept Lot, or the free Village Shuttle service throughout Snowmass. It is best to get off at the Snowmass Mall stop.
If you are driving, the Base Village Parking Garage offer free (limited) parking during the summer months. From the garage, you can ride the free Sky Cab Gondola (known as the Skittles) from Base Village to the Snowmass Mall.
Participation
Friday
Green Mountain
August 21, 2026
Aspen Historical Society
3:00 PM
35241-, 36221 CO-82, Aspen, CO 81611, USA
Offered in Partnership with Independence Pass foundation
Adventure over the streams and through the woods to Independence’s lesser-known and secluded sister ghost town on Green Mountain, which is home to several old miners’ cabins and the leftovers of a once-bustling mining operation. This difficult hike ascends above Independence Ghost Town to a saddle near the top of the Continental Divide.
Meet at the Farwell Mill turnout on Hwy 82 (below the Independence Ghost Town parking area)
This difficult hike takes place on steep dirt and gravel trails at high elevation
Weather-dependent
If you are unable to register due to a sold out tour, please email programs@aspenhistory.org to be placed on a waitlist and we will contact you if a spot opens up.