Vacation in Aspen, Colorado
Ahhh, Aspen, Colorado, where do we start? The name alone conjures images of majestic mountains, outdoor adventure, healthy living, divine dining, music festivals, and exceptional shopping. To the world, Aspen means “The Good Life.” And yes, this town has everything the good life has to offer. But there is even more—Aspen’s got soul.
It is a world-class destination with outdoor adventures from skiing to biking, with a flair for arts and culture, but still maintains enough small-town charm for year-round residents to call it home. Aspen truly is a unique diamond nestled in the rough of the Rocky Mountains that has a knack for bringing big city features to you in a way that defies the ordinary. Learn more about Aspen via the Aspen Chamber and Resort Association or sign up for a FREE Visitor’s Guide.
Aspen Attractions
Aspen - Silver Queen Gondola
> Travels 2.5 miles and more than 3,000 vertical feet from the heart of Aspen to the 11,212-foot summit of Aspen Mountain. At the top, bask in the spectacular panoramic views of Aspen and the Elk Mountain Range and take in the many activities that the high altitude has to offer: dine at the Sundeck, take a free mountain orientation tour with an ambassador, or step up your technique with Ski & Snowboard Schools of Aspen/Snowmass.Aspen Art Museum
> The Aspen Art Museum is open year-round and presents the newest, most important evolutions in international contemporary art. Admission to the AAM is FREE courtesy of John and Amy Phelan. 970-925-8050, info@aspenartmuseum.orgThe Maroon Bells
> Among the most-photographed peaks in North America, the Maroon Bells are one of Aspen/Snowmass’ grand attractions and can be reached by guided snowmobile tours in the winter.Snowshoeing in Aspen
> Enjoy a two-hour snowshoe adventure led by a naturalist from the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies on top of Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, and Ashcroft daily. 970-925-5756ACES Guided Nature Walks
> Learn about the native trees, birds, and animals that thrive in the high-alpine environment on a naturalist-guided tour on Aspen Mountain. 970-925-5756Aspen Historical Society
> Explore Aspen's colorful past with guided tours of two museums, two ghost towns, archives and more. 970-925-3721Independence and Ashcroft Ghost Towns
> Aspen/Snowmass' real heritage can be experienced by touring the ghost towns of Independence and Ashcroft, where weathered cabins have stood their ground for more than a century. A "resident ghost" leads tours and shares stories about the towns' histories.Wheeler Opera House
> One of Aspen's most prominent landmarks, Wheeler Opera House, hosts several events yearly. Wheeler Opera House has something for everyone: festivals, concerts, comedy and film. 970-920-5770Independence Pass
> Open during the summer, Independence Pass allows visitors to travel from Aspen to Leadville. Stop at the scenic overlook and take in the beautiful high alpine environment.
TAKT Trio
Apr 19
2344 E Iliff Ave, Denver, COCelebrating György Ligeti’s centennial, TAKT Trio presents the composer’s Trio for Violin, Horn, and Piano,
Earth Day Celebration of Ecotourism
Apr 20
200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, COIn a salute to Earth Day in April, the Global Adventures club at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures is hosti
Brew at the Zoo presented by Three Corners Connector
Apr 27
3455 Nuckolls Ave, Pueblo, COPueblo’s favorite festival is back for its 7th year! Pueblo Zoos Brew at the Zoo presented by Three Corners Connec
Battle MMA Championships 13
Apr 27
Norris Penrose Indoor Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd, Colorado Springs, COAn adrenaline-fueled epic night filled with fights! Local fighters go head-to-head in battle, showcasing their skills in
Collecting and Collections by Renowned University Expert
Apr 27
200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, CORussell Belk, Distinguished Research Professor and Marketing Chair at York University in Toronto, Canada, will present C
International Trivia Night
Apr 30
200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, COThe ever-popular International Trivia Night will be held from 6-8 pm Tuesday, April 30, at the Global Village Museum of
237 Virginia Avenue
May 02 - May 19
2700 Arapahoe St, Denver, COSYNOPSIS When Eric, an overeducated and underemployed professor, begins researching the history of his father Rex’s pr
Maria Schneider Orchestra
May 03
2344 E Iliff Ave., Denver, COThe seven-time Grammy award-winning Maria Schneider Orchestra has been hailed by critics as “evocative, majestic, magi
Pack Rats at Heart: The Joys of Collecting
May 04
200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, COWith over 60 years of adventures collecting artifacts, Gary and Carol Ann Hixon will present Pack Rats at Heart: The Joy
Desert Highlights Trail Camp
May 10 - May 13
777 Grande River Drive, Palisade, COJoin us for a long weekend in the colorful desert landscape of Western Colorado! This year, we have partnered with Gemin
