Thursday Night Free Concert Series
Snowmass' Thursday night concerts draw crowds by the thousands to Fanny Hill to hear some of the best rock, R&B, soul and Latin music in the mountains--for free! Bring along a blanket, lawn chair and a picnic dinner for the ultimate al fresco experience. This is a 15 year tradition in our valley revered by residents and a great way to celebrate with your group while here in Snowmass.
Jazz Aspen Snowmass
JAS has been consistently recognized for its unique marriage of world-class music to an unparalleled natural and intimate setting, and its impeccable hospitality for artist and audiences alike. Its corporate and VIP tent programs have no peer in the international world of live music events with recognized star talent. The festival attracts a high end demographic of visitors from throughout the Rocky Mountain region and beyond. Hailing performances from Bob Dylan, Earth Wind & Fire, Ziggy Marley, Lyle Lovett, Blues Traveler, Leanne Rimes, Kanye West, Tony Bennett, Sheryl Crow, The Allman Brothers and hundreds more, this is an experience not to be missed!
Chili Pepper & Brew Fest
Kick Off Your Summer at the Annual Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Fest, June 5-6, 2009. Combining three fiery components into one smokin' weekend, you’ll be sure to return year after year. The International Chili Society holds its two chili competitions and tastings in Snowmass, while microbrewers face off in a prestigious summer ale competition with two brew sampling sessions for festival-goers, featuring 50 plus breweries. New this year, there will be a European and exotic beer tasting tent, making the weekend one of the premier music and beer festivals in the nation.That being said, the highlight is still what Snowmass is known for… Fanny Hill rocks with hot music Friday and Saturday. This year's artists include moe, Leftover Salmon with Karl Denson, Particle with Michael King and more.
Snowmass Rodeo
Celebrating its 37th season in 2009, the Snowmass Rodeo offers authentic western fun for the whole family every Wednesday evening. Experience the thrills of bull riding, team roping, barrel racing and bronc riding. Li’l buckaroos can compete in the calf scramble and mutton bustin'. Gates open at 5 p.m. Rodeo starts at 7 p.m. Enjoy the western barbecue and saloon. Shop for western merchandise while the kids explore the petting zoo, take a pony ride or ride the mechanical bull. After the rodeo, a campfire, cowboy sing-a-long and marshmallow roast complete a perfect Colorado evening. For ticket information, call (970) 923-8898 or go to www.snowmassrodeo.org.
Snowmagical Family Fun Fest
The Snowmagical Family Fun Fest is a free magical extravaganza for the whole family. Families enjoy the continuous magic and puppet shows, street entertainers, and puppet making & juggling workshops. Musicians, mimes, stage shows, interactive fun, and a Magical Dine-Around on Saturday night make this a must-see summer weekend for families. The best part is that virtually all activities are free. The man behind this event for the past 27 years is Doc Eason. When it was first proposed that Snowmass should have a Magic and Puppet Festival in 1981, Doc was 4 years into his burgeoning career as the magic bartender at the Tower. His tenure at the Tower Magic Bar paralleled this event until the Magic Bar closed in 2004. He started this before he had children of his own, and now his oldest son is 25 years old.
Oktoberfest
All guests and locals are "wilkommen" to attend this stein-klinking, lederhosen-laden, strudel-scarfing German harvest celebration. The festival combines authentic German beer, music & cuisine, with more modern live music, crisp fall air and fantastic mountain views. Biergartens, street performers, kids crafts, contests and more toast the season with Teutonic cheer. So bring your friends, favorite Trinklieder (drinking song) and your appetite and join in the celebration. Wunderbar!
12 Hours of Snowmass
12 Hours of Snowmass An exciting twelve hour mountain bike race on Snowmass Mountain. The intermediate course has great climbs, descents and plenty of single track to keep everybody smiling! The race is a benefit for two local non-profit youth organizations - Aspen Youth Center and Extreme Sports Camp for kids with autism. For more information, to register or sponsorship information go to http://www.12hoursofsnowmass.com/. Just days after announcing his return to professional cycling, seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong competed as part of a three-person team in the 2008 12 Hours of Snowmass. Dave Weins, who edged out Lance Armstrong to win this year's "Leadville 100" endurance bike race also has entered as part of a three-person team. Another top endurance biker, David "Tinker" Juarez, a two-time Olympian rider and gold medalist in the Pan American Games, has entered in the solo division, ensuring high-energy, fierce competitions in multiple divisions.
Snowmass Wine Festival
Snowmass Wine Festival celebrates all that we love about the world’s most sophisticated beverage. There are over 200 Wines to Sample, a Silent Auction, incredible cuisine, winemaker’s dinners, champagne tasting and of course, a festival isn’t a festival in Snowmass without music.
Snowmass Balloon Festival
One of our longest standing events and possibly the one our sweet little town is most proud, the Snowmass Balloon Festival truly takes your breath away. This weekend offers a feast for the senses in Snowmass Village when fall enthusiasts can find the perfect combination of colorful fall foliage, hot air balloons, cool jazz tunes, and culinary delights by local chefs and over 80 wineries.