Aspen Events

Throughout the year, Aspen is home to extraordinary events from concerts and festivals to holiday celebrations. Mark your calendars and plan your next Aspen vacation.

Annual Aspen Events Calendar

Aspen Music Festival & School

Since 1949, the Aspen Music Festival and School has been one of the top classical music festivals in the United States. The eight-week summer season features over 400 classical music events. In the winter the AMFS presents a series of recitals and music education programs.

Step into a world of extraordinary musical compilations presented by a diverse group of performers. View the full calendar of AMFS events.

FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen

FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen is a gathering of accomplished culinary experts and legendary winemakers. Rub shoulders with celebrity folk of industry and foodies alike at the nation’s premier culinary event of the summer.

For one gloriously gluttonous weekend a year, it’s expected that you pamper yourself in full. One of the most acclaimed annual Aspen events, this is not one to overlook. Slated for June 16th-18th in 2023, tickets for the highly anticipated event go on sale on January 18th at Noon time (EST).

Aspen Ideas Festival

The Aspen Ideas Festival is a gathering of future-focused minds, artists, and philanthropists to openly and creatively discuss current economic and global challenges. Guests are inspired to share in dialogue that is uplifting and motivational while respecting differences of opinion.

Broken into two sections, spread out over the week of June 24-30th (with Health opening on June 21st), the event in 2023 is scheduled for the Summer. Sign up for the newsletter to find out when you can register yourself and any guests.

July 4th in Aspen

Celebrating the 4th of July isn’t quite the same as when you celebrate it in Aspen. Traditional celebrations commemorating the nation’s independence play out against the backdrop of the majestic Aspen mountains. With parades, fireworks, classic cookouts, and plenty of shopping, these family-friendly Aspen events are suitable for all ages.

Embrace your pride in the red, white, and blue while waving your stars and stripes as you celebrate the festivities with the whole family.

Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Experience

Welcoming the Fall is the annual JAS Labor Day Experience. Likely to sell out, next year’s event is happening on September 1-3rd. This year the event saw headliners such as Stevie Nicks, Leon Bridges, and Chris Stapleton. Who will be performing next year?

With over 30 years of successful shows, JAS Labor Experience is always one to remember. Stay up to date with the latest information on performers, the schedule, and tickets here.

Thanksgiving in Aspen

Though the season technically changes into fall come September, it’s not until Thanksgiving that the season formally changes in Aspen. The ski slopes begin to open while families and friends gather to celebrate in this snow-covered winter wonderland.

Hit the slopes for some downhill action on your skis or board. Thanksgiving Day in Aspen caters to active outdoor enthusiasts as well as it does those that prefer to explore all that town has to offer.

Christmas in Aspen

You came for Thanksgiving, why not stay for Christmas, too? Kicking off the Sunday before Christmas is the most popular of Aspen’s annual events; the 12 Days of Aspen. Experience Christmas in the most magical setting.

Imagine sipping hot cocoa by the fireplace watching horse-drawn carriages trot past, the reflection of the twinkling lights hung on the windowsill illuminating the child within. This and so much more waits for you and the whole family this, and every Christmas in Aspen.

New Years in Aspen

They say nothing compares to New Years in Aspen. You’ll have to come and experience it yourself to know for sure. Dinners, parties, dinner parties, you name it, Aspen has got it for this end-of-the-year explosion of celebrations.

Wintersköl

First up and happening just after the New Year is Wintersköl — a four-day salute to winter and the Aspen way of life. This festival is a true highlight of the area and one the locals look forward to. This celebration starts off the year right with fireworks, snow sculptures, and a lamp-lit trek down the mountainside.

Happening from January 12-15th of 2023, tickets for the event and the event schedule can be found here.

Aspen Gay Ski Week

Get ready for their biggest party yet! 2023 marks the celebration of 46 years of progress and from January 15-22nd the AGSW is going to honor that tenfold. Part party, part fundraiser, and all parts adventure, Aspen Gay Ski Week is considers itself the best LGBTQ+ ski week in the world.

Sponsored by some heavy-hitting brand names, this event is the event of all annual Aspen events in the LGBTQ+ party season! Follow the organization’s Instagram for more details and insight into the gathering.

X Games Aspen

Another annual Aspen event not to be missed is the legendary X Games. Close to 100 professional winter athletes descend on Buttermilk for this three-day event full of exhilarating snow sports. Scheduled for the last weekend in January (27-29) of 2023, there’s no better time to plan your adventure to Aspen.

Unfolding in the middle of the peak season, being in Aspen at this time of year means excellent snowfall and all but guarantees a full Aspen experience. For the latest information, visit http://www.xgames.com/.

Plan Your Aspen Vacation

With so much to experience in Aspen throughout the year, it’s no wonder Aspen is a world-renowned destination. Immerse yourself in the Aspen experience and plan your next vacation. We have access to the most exceptional and luxurious condominiums and homes for rent in the Aspen area. Explore our Aspen rentals and contact us today.