Aspen And Snowmass Yearly Events

Aspen and Snowmass Events

February

Aspen Snowmass Freeskiing Open

Join us for one of the last and longest-running independent open competitions in the country. The Aspen Snowmass Freeskiing Open allows both professional and amateur athletes to compete on the X Games Aspen Slopestyle and Superpipe and Big Air courses. 

Aspen Laugh Festival 

There’s no shortage of laughter at the Aspen Laugh Festival! Some of the top names in comedy gather in Aspen to perform every February. 

March

Bud Light Hi-Fi Concert Series 

Let some free concerts be the icing on the cake to your Aspen Signature Vacation Rentals getaway. The Bud Light Hi-Fi Concert Series has become a staple to both locals and visitors to Aspen. With multiple venues, these concerts are a great addition to your vacation. 

April

Closing Parties

Say goodbye to winter and hello to spring at one of the many Closing Parties held in Aspen and Snowmass. When it’s time for the slopes to close, we say goodbye in the best way possible: through celebration. 

June

Aspen Saturday Market

Aspen Saturday Market is a must-do in the summer. Colorado’s freshest fruits and vegetables can be found here, and there are always artists and artisans selling their wares. It’s the perfect place to get ingredients for dinner or to shop for a souvenir to remember your trip by. 

July

Aspen Music Festival Summer Season

The Aspen Music Festival Summer Season has been a summer staple for more than 70 years. Known to be the top classical music festival in the country, hundreds of talented young musicians and teachers play during the eight-week festival.

4th of July

Aspen knows how to do the 4th of July right! There are multiple celebrations that make Independence Day in our mountain town extra special. 

September

Food & Wine Classic 

Food enthusiasts, this Aspen and Snowmass event is for you. Enjoy a weekend full of tastings, celebrity chef panels, and cooking demonstrations at the Food & Wine Classic. 

JAS Labor Day Experience

What better way is there to enjoy Labor Day Weekend than at a music festival? Some of the top names in music play during the JAS Labor Day Experience.

Snowmass Balloon Festival

Every September, the sky fills with color as hot air balloons float among the clouds. During the Snowmass Balloon Festival, you can watch balloons race against each other over the Snowmass Town Park. 

Aspen Filmfest

The Aspen Filmfest is always a great time. This non-competitive film festival has an outstanding number of award-winning films like The Imitation Game and Argo. Save the dates and purchase your tickets early, because this festival sells out.

Snowmass Wine Festival

The Snowmass Wine Festival is the Rotary Club of Snowmass Village’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Attend their wine dinner on Friday night, then sip the day away at the Saturday afternoon wine tasting and silent auction.

October

The Meeting

The Meeting is split into two parts: a conference and a film fest. The conference draws top thinkers, influencers, and entrepreneurs to network and discuss the world of content creation. The film fest sets the tone for the upcoming ski season with ski and snowboard films! 

December

Ullr Nights at Snowmass

Ullr Nights at Snowmass are fun for the whole family. Visit Elk Camp every Friday night for hot chocolate, s’mores, and outdoor winter activities. 

12 Days of Aspen

Get into the holiday spirit with 12 Days of Aspen! From ice skating to caroling, each night brings something new to town. On the last day, December 31, make sure you watch the New Year’s Eve fireworks extravaganza over Aspen Mountain.