LOCAL EVENTS

The Little Nell: Jazz Nights
Dec
26
to Mar 13

The Little Nell: Jazz Nights

Experience the enchantment of fine dining and live jazz at Element 47 on Thursday and Sunday evenings from 6:15 to 9:15 pm this winter season. Nothing elevates the ambiance or warms the soul quite like the harmonious blend of exceptional cuisine, fine wines, and the smooth rhythms of live jazz.

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It’s Murph & Levity at Belly Up
Jan
9

It’s Murph & Levity at Belly Up

Hailing from Nashville, it’s murph, alias of producer Garrett Murphy, is making a splash in the dance world with his euphoric melodies, gritty baselines and sonically expansive atmospheres. His production draws in elements of tech, bass, and heavy dance inspired by artists such as Fred Again…, Cloonee, Chris Lake, and Flume.

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Friday Morning Uphill Breakfast Club
Jan
10
to Apr 4

Friday Morning Uphill Breakfast Club

  • The Cliffhouse restaurant, located at the top of Buttermilk Mountain (map)
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The Cliffhouse restaurant, located at the top of Buttermilk Mountain, will play host to a Friday Morning Uphill Breakfast Club in which uphill skiers will be able to enjoy breakfast in the restaurant after hiking up the mountain.

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Steely Dead at Belly Up
Jan
10

Steely Dead at Belly Up

Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Denver, Colorado, Steely Dead is a national touring band that has satisfied the curiosity of music lovers with their unique blend of Grateful Dead and Steely Dan. Comprised of four exceptionally talented musicians – Dave Abear on guitar, Matt Abear on bass, Chris Sheldon on drums, and Dylan Teifer on keys – Steely Dead has gained a dedicated following with their electrifying performances and soulful interpretations of classic tunes.

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Jersey at Belly Up
Jan
11

Jersey at Belly Up

The two brothers were born and raised in front of the Jersey Island, they are now based in Paris. Their music is both inspired by French-touch and Indie rock of the BBC radio waves they could pick up during their childhood on the Normandy coast. They have built a strong reputation for their live performance mixing electronic music and rock energy. Their first EP was released last year and was followed by a sold out world tour that has just ended. They are now preparing for their next release and their festival tour.

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Aspen Gay Ski Week (AGSW)
Jan
12
to Jan 19

Aspen Gay Ski Week (AGSW)

Aspen Gay Ski Week (AGSW) is the oldest annual, week-long gay ski event in the nation. A model for other gay ski weeks, AGSW offers a unique vacation experience in the scenic and historic mountain town of Aspen, Colorado. AGSW visitors enjoy four mountains of varied skiing and snowboarding terrain, as well as cross-country skiing, snowshoe and winter hiking trails in the Elk Mountains of Colorado.

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Sierra Hull at Belly Up
Jan
12

Sierra Hull at Belly Up

Sierra Hull is widely regarded to be a as a master of her instrument; A two-time GrammyNominated artist and songwriter, recognized for both her most recent projects, 25 Trips (2020)and Weighted Mind (2016), she is also the 4x recipient of IBMA’s Mandolin Player of the Year,the first woman to ever receive this distinction.

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Full Moon Dinners at Cliffhouse
Jan
13

Full Moon Dinners at Cliffhouse

Head up the hill early and enjoy fireside cocktails and a cash bar when Cliffhouse opens at 5pm. From 5:30 until 8pm, á la carte dinner options—including the flavor-packed Mongolian Grill—will be served. No outside alcohol is allowed.

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TopHouse at Belly Up
Jan
15

TopHouse at Belly Up

Fast-paced, high-energy foot stompers. Ballads that’ll make you cry. It’s kind of like a rock band married old-fashioned bluegrass and had a little baby. And named it TopHouse.

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Cheyenne Jackson in Concert at Hotel Jerome
Jan
15

Cheyenne Jackson in Concert at Hotel Jerome

After his acclaimed sold out run at 54 Below last year, this Emmy and Grammy- nominated luminary brings his infectious charm and powerhouse vocals to ASPEN with Signs of Life, a musical meditation on art, love, fatherhood, and the cosmic twists that have shaped his remarkable path.

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Cheyenne Jackson in Concert at Hotel Jerome
Jan
17

Cheyenne Jackson in Concert at Hotel Jerome

After his acclaimed sold out run at 54 Below last year, this Emmy and Grammy- nominated luminary brings his infectious charm and powerhouse vocals to ASPEN with Signs of Life, a musical meditation on art, love, fatherhood, and the cosmic twists that have shaped his remarkable path.

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BLOND:ISH at Belly Up
Jan
17

BLOND:ISH at Belly Up

BLOND:ISH is a DJ, producer, record label head, environmental activist, Web3 entrepreneur, serial collaborator, energy worker and spiritual seeker (and just about everything in-between). Her eclectic talents and abilities as a musician allow her to bridge gaps unlike any other artist in the world.

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Daily Bread at Belly Up
Jan
22

Daily Bread at Belly Up

Repping Atlanta proudly, Daily Bread — the sonic perception of Rhett Whatley — is always coming with fresh ideas to give soul-stirring sounds a trenchant edge. The Philos Records resident’s penchant for experimenting with instruments and an intense affinity for crate-digging helps Daily Bread rise to new heights, bringing together nostalgically soulful melodies, gritty hip-hop hooks, and bass-driven flare into one cohesive sound.

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The 24th X Games Aspen
Jan
23
to Jan 25

The 24th X Games Aspen

The 24th X Games Aspen will return to Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen Snowmass featuring the world’s best action sports athletes competing in ski and snowboard events from January 23-25, 2025. The event will feature men’s and women’s ski and snowboard competitions in the disciplines of Superpipe, Slopestyle, Big Air, Knuckle Huck and the debut of medaled event Street Style. Accomplished X Games and Olympic medalists have included Chloe Kim, Mia Brooks, Ayumu Hirano, Scotty James and local hometown heroes Red Gerard and Alex Ferreira. 

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ILLENIUM at Belly Up
Jan
23

ILLENIUM at Belly Up

Nick Miller’s 10-year run as dance producer ILLENIUM has been nothing short of astounding. From humble bass beginnings to chart-topping crossover success and more than ten billion global streams, the ILLENIUM sound has been honed into an adrenaline-rush style that fits heartfelt ballads, growling drops, emotional acoustic moments and ecstatic explosions alike.

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deadmau5 at Belly Up
Jan
24

deadmau5 at Belly Up

Joel Zimmerman, more commonly known as deadmau5 (pronounced ‘dead mouse’), is one of the world’s most respected electronic music producers of modern times. Enjoying international chart success with his 2x platinum-certified single “Ghosts ‘n’ Stuff,” as well as “Professional Griefers,” “Sofi Needs A Ladder” and “I Remember,” he has also released seven critically acclaimed albums.

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Big Gigantic at Belly Up
Jan
25

Big Gigantic at Belly Up

The genre-bending Denver, CO pair—Dominic Lalli and Jeremy Salken—uplift with every subsequent album and show, mixing musically mature melodies with addictive beats and samples that crosses all styles of music from jazz to hip hop, funk to dubstep.

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Cloonee at Belly Up
Jan
26

Cloonee at Belly Up

Since his breakthrough in 2019 following ‘The Ciggie’ on Solid Grooves Raw and his first Beatport #1 ‘Be Good To Me’ on Big Beat, plus material on Solardo’s Sola, Elrow, Lee Foss’ Repopulate Mars, and more, Cloonee has been on an ever- escalating ascent towards the top of tech house’s global elites.

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Winter Words with Ayad Akhtar
Jan
29

Winter Words with Ayad Akhtar

Join them on January 29 @ Paepcke Auditorium for a conversation with Ayad Akhtar, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and novelist. His new play, “McNeal,” recently premiered on Broadway starring Robert Downey Jr. 

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Futurebirds at Belly Up
Jan
29

Futurebirds at Belly Up

Momentum. Evolution. Expansion. Those are important traits for a critically-acclaimed group that recently celebrated its 15-year anniversary. “When you’ve been a band for as long as we have, there’s a lot of moving on,” says Thomas Johnson.

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 Brian Regan at The Wheeler
Jan
29

Brian Regan at The Wheeler

Critics and fans alike hail Brian Regan as one of the most respected comedians in the country, with Vanity Fair calling him “The funniest stand-up alive.” Known for his Netflix specials and standout roles in shows like Loudermilk, Brian continues to captivate audiences with his heartfelt humor.

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Zeds Dead at Belly Up
Jan
30

Zeds Dead at Belly Up

One of the most successful independent acts in today’s global dance music scene, Zeds Dead is a pioneering, JUNO-Award-nominated electronic duo hailed as “trailblazers of the modern North American bass scene” (DJ Mag​).

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Zeds Dead at Belly Up
Jan
31

Zeds Dead at Belly Up

One of the most successful independent acts in today’s global dance music scene, Zeds Dead is a pioneering, JUNO-Award-nominated electronic duo hailed as “trailblazers of the modern North American bass scene” (DJ Mag​).

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Zeds Dead at Belly Up
Feb
1

Zeds Dead at Belly Up

One of the most successful independent acts in today’s global dance music scene, Zeds Dead is a pioneering, JUNO-Award-nominated electronic duo hailed as “trailblazers of the modern North American bass scene” (DJ Mag​).

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Andy Frasco & The U.N. at Belly Up
Feb
5

Andy Frasco & The U.N. at Belly Up

Andy Frasco has long been celebrated as a bold DIY trailblazer in the touring scene, renowned for his kaleidoscopic musical fusion, distinctive onstage charisma, and infectious party spirit. Yet, as an artist and band leader, he’s also unafraid to delve into introspective and challenging emotional terrain.

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J. Worra at Belly Up
Feb
6

J. Worra at Belly Up

Classic house meets new school tech with Native Chicagoan now-Los Angeles based DJ and producer Jamie Sitter, a.k.a. J. Worra. Best known for her creativity as a producer and skills behind the decks, she brings an inimitable swagger and technical prowess to dance music’s underground scene, lending her unique skills to every venture of her life spanning music, fashion, and art.

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Full Moon Dinners at Cliffhouse
Feb
12

Full Moon Dinners at Cliffhouse

Head up the hill early and enjoy fireside cocktails and a cash bar when Cliffhouse opens at 5pm. From 5:30 until 8pm, á la carte dinner options—including the flavor-packed Mongolian Grill—will be served. No outside alcohol is allowed.

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Full Moon Dinners at Cliffhouse
Mar
13

Full Moon Dinners at Cliffhouse

Head up the hill early and enjoy fireside cocktails and a cash bar when Cliffhouse opens at 5pm. From 5:30 until 8pm, á la carte dinner options—including the flavor-packed Mongolian Grill—will be served. No outside alcohol is allowed.

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Gravity Haus Noir & Blanc NYE Party
Dec
31
to Jan 1

Gravity Haus Noir & Blanc NYE Party

Join Gravity Haus for an exclusive night of sophistication at their private member bar and lounge club, Gravity Haus Aspen. Celebrate the arrival of 2025 at the Noir & Blanc Festive Party — open to the public!

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The Little Nell presents The Dom Pérignon Party
Dec
31

The Little Nell presents The Dom Pérignon Party

Step into the glamour of Monte Carlo this New Year's Eve at Aspen's favorite celebration—The Little Nell proudly presents The Dom Pérignon Party, featuring a Casino Royale theme for an unforgettable night of excitement. Whether you're feeling lucky at the tables or toasting to 2025 with bottomless Dom Pérignon, this is your chance to go all in on the most spectacular New Year's Eve event in Aspen.

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Nelly at Belly Up
Dec
31

Nelly at Belly Up

Ringing in the 25th Anniversary of Country Grammar! For 24 years, Nelly has been connecting generations with his exuberant anthems, fusing musical genres, and engaging in multiple entertainment mediums including music, television, and film. The diamond selling, multi-platinum, 3x Grammy award-winning rap superstar, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and actor, Nelly, has continuously raised the bar for the entertainment industry since stepping on the scene in 2000 with his distinctive vocals and larger-than-life personality. 

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Nelly at Belly Up
Dec
30

Nelly at Belly Up

Ringing in the 25th Anniversary of Country Grammar! For 24 years, Nelly has been connecting generations with his exuberant anthems, fusing musical genres, and engaging in multiple entertainment mediums including music, television, and film. The diamond selling, multi-platinum, 3x Grammy award-winning rap superstar, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and actor, Nelly, has continuously raised the bar for the entertainment industry since stepping on the scene in 2000 with his distinctive vocals and larger-than-life personality. 

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15th annual Audi Ajax Cup
Dec
30

15th annual Audi Ajax Cup

The countdown is on to another incredible Audi Ajax Cup, and this year is shaping up to be better than ever with an 80's Retro Ski Party for the ages! Mark your calendars for Monday, December 30, and get ready for the 15th annual Audi Ajax Cup, AVSC's largest annual fundraiser, and the pinnacle event of the Holiday season and in Aspen!

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Chris Lake at Belly Up
Dec
29

Chris Lake at Belly Up

As house music continues to dominate the global electronic scene, British producer/DJ Chris Lake has cemented his status as one of the genre’s most compelling and massively successful artists. With a monumental discography that includes a series of chart-topping hits and a Grammy Award nomination, the L.A.-based musician has toured across the globe and brought his explosive live set to virtually every major music festival, including a much-buzzed-about appearance at Coachella 2019. In a bold new chapter for the consummate hitmaker, Lake himself and his pioneering record label Black Book Records recently signed to Astralwerks, setting the stage for a barrage of new releases from the most thrilling edges of the electronic music world.

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The Chainsmokers at Belly Up
Dec
28

The Chainsmokers at Belly Up

The Chainsmokers have consistently elevated popular music by ceaselessly challenging it. The GRAMMY® Award-winning RIAA Diamond-certified duo—Drew Taggart and Alex Pall—have broken boundaries between pop, indie, electronic, alternative, and rock. By doing so, they have set the tempo for culture and proven inescapable, delivering some of the biggest songs in the world, hosting a historic multi-year Las Vegas residency, packing arenas on multiple continents, launching first-of-its-kind games in the metaverse, and selling tens of millions of singles.

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The Chainsmokers at Belly Up
Dec
27

The Chainsmokers at Belly Up

The Chainsmokers have consistently elevated popular music by ceaselessly challenging it. The GRAMMY® Award-winning RIAA Diamond-certified duo—Drew Taggart and Alex Pall—have broken boundaries between pop, indie, electronic, alternative, and rock. By doing so, they have set the tempo for culture and proven inescapable, delivering some of the biggest songs in the world, hosting a historic multi-year Las Vegas residency, packing arenas on multiple continents, launching first-of-its-kind games in the metaverse, and selling tens of millions of singles.

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Diplo at Belly Up
Dec
23

Diplo at Belly Up

Over the course of a 20-year career that began with his now-legendary Philly club night Hollertronix, Diplo has collaborated with the world’s biggest stars and toured the world over. Born in Mississippi and raised in Florida, he and his era-defining label Mad Decent continue to champion genres and artists from around the world, and further ventures include a publishing company and various book, film and TV projects.

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ZHU at Belly Up
Dec
21

ZHU at Belly Up

With his sleek synth melodies, billowing basslines, and undeniable hooks, the GRAMMY-nominated artist ZHU creates tracks that are as sexy as they are sinister. Though many know ZHU as a producer and DJ, he’s much more than that: he’s also a singer, performer, instrumentalist, and, importantly, a songwriter and filmmaker, two facets he delves into for his ambitious new album and film GRACE.

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ZHU at Belly Up
Dec
20

ZHU at Belly Up

With his sleek synth melodies, billowing basslines, and undeniable hooks, the GRAMMY-nominated artist ZHU creates tracks that are as sexy as they are sinister. Though many know ZHU as a producer and DJ, he’s much more than that: he’s also a singer, performer, instrumentalist, and, importantly, a songwriter and filmmaker, two facets he delves into for his ambitious new album and film GRACE.

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Winter Benefit Dinner at Anderson Ranch
Dec
19

Winter Benefit Dinner at Anderson Ranch

Make Anderson Ranch a part of your holiday tradition and join us for an unforgettable evening featuring creative art making, a delicious dinner, and a live auction exclusively designed for this event. All proceeds will directly support our artistic programming!

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Holiday Cabaret with Theatre Aspen
Dec
18
to Dec 22

Holiday Cabaret with Theatre Aspen

Join Theater Aspen for a festive celebration inspired by the iconic movie ‘White Christmas’ at Hotel Jerome, where joy, nostalgia, and holiday magic come to life. Plus, don't miss our Après Ski production for families – only with Theatre Aspen.

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Uphill Breakfast Club Season Kickoff
Dec
15

Uphill Breakfast Club Season Kickoff

The Cliffhouse restaurant, located at the top of Buttermilk Mountain, will play host to a Uphill Breakfast Club in which uphill skiers will be able to enjoy breakfast in the restaurant after hiking up the mountain. As part of the Wintersköl celebration please enjoy a FREE breakfast courtesy of the Aspen Chamber Resort Association!

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Shovels & Rope at Belly Up
Dec
14

Shovels & Rope at Belly Up

One night in the middle of the night there were a series of noises coming from above which lead to a series of thoughts. It sounded like something was working. Building something… A nest for its family? A trap for its prey? This led to more thoughts about unseen things at work. A God? A voice in your head? It all feels kind of made up until someone responds to it.

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75th Warren Miller Film Tour
Dec
14

75th Warren Miller Film Tour

We're going big for 75 years!  Featuring 10 all-new, original segments and a stacked lineup of athletes like snowboarders Shaun White, Zeb Powell, Toby Miller, Danny Davis, and 15-year-old phenom LJ Henriquez, plus skiers Max Hitzig, Lexi duPont, Caite Zeliff, Aaron Blunck, and many more. The film will take fans to powder stashes and chutes worldwide, featuring special collaborations with Selema Masekela, the Real SkiFi, Sherpas Cinema, the Technically Doing It crew, and Framework. 

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The Wine Bar Opening Party
Dec
14

The Wine Bar Opening Party

The Wine Bar opens for winter on Friday, December 13, and celebrates with a party on Saturday, December 14 from 4 - 7 pm. Wear your favorite vintage ski apparel and accessories to join us for this après-ski event with a DJ spinning vintage vinyl.

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Buttermilk Opening Day
Dec
14

Buttermilk Opening Day

Buttermilk is the perfect playground for kids and kids at heart to learn the basics, master the terrain park, skin uphill, or watch the world’s best athletes during X Games. Come see the transformed base area with an intuitive skier services building acting as a one-stop shop for lessons, rentals, tickets, and lounging, this mountain is perfect for beginners and families—all while offering the adventurous thrills Aspen Snowmass is known for.

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Aspen Highlands Opening Day
Dec
14

Aspen Highlands Opening Day

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Wild but always welcoming, Aspen Highlands is a place to push hard and play hard, whether you’re carving new lines on expert terrain, hiking the Bowl, or reaching new heights of revelry at Cloud Nine.

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Ian Munsick at Belly Up
Dec
13

Ian Munsick at Belly Up

A native son of Wyoming, Ian Munsick is painting a stampeding, spirited portrait of the American West with his sophomore album White Buffalo, out now. The 18-track album spans unfiltered tales of romance and ranch life, hard-working anthems with honkytonk hooks and mountain-time odes to family and forever-young fun. It builds upon the spacious roots-pop beauty he introduced on his major label debut, Coyote Cry.

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Anderson Ranch Holiday Open House
Dec
12

Anderson Ranch Holiday Open House

Bring your friends and family for an evening of holiday cheer! Follow candlelit paths through campus as you tour the studios, and shop for original artwork and creatively inspired gifts in the ArtWorks store. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is appreciated.

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Wintersöl,
Dec
12
to Dec 15

Wintersöl,

Wintersköl, Aspen’s annual “toast to winter,” dates back to a quiet January in 1951 when locals chose to commemorate Aspen's distinctive mountain way of life with a diverse weekend of events.  The multi-day festival showcases on-mountain activities, snow sculptures, a soup contest, a craft beer festival, a torchlight descent and fireworks on Aspen Mountain plus much more. 

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LaMP at Belly Up
Dec
11

LaMP at Belly Up

On a magical night at Nectar’s in Burlington, Vermont in December of 2018, three musical masters—Russ Lawton, Scott Metzger and Ray Paczkowski—came together with alchemical synthesis, and created a fresh, so-tight-it’s-free sound, permeated with technical prowess and a deep-pocket punch. The packed house fortunate enough to be in attendance that night witnessed the birth of something very special.

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2024 Summit for Life
Dec
7

2024 Summit for Life

Summit for Life is a nighttime uphill race up Aspen Mountain, and one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for CKF. CKF's mission is to raise awareness of the lifesaving gift of organ, eye, and tissue donation. By participating in S4L, you are helping CKF spread this message, and making a difference for the 103,000 children and adults awaiting transplant in the United States today.

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The Spazmatics at Belly Up
Nov
30

The Spazmatics at Belly Up

The Spazmatics were born in the spring of 1983 when physics professor Kevin Stigwood of Alta Dena High in Thousand Oaks California, lost a debate over String Theory to an upstart pupil in front of the entire student body and faculty. As agreed to by both parties, the loser would have to do anything that the winner demanded, and the victorious prodigy demanded that Mr. Stigwood perform “She Blinded Me With Science” by Thomas Dolby during half-time at an upcoming state basketball championship game.

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Thanksgiving at The Little Nell
Nov
28

Thanksgiving at The Little Nell

oin The Little Nell this year in giving thanks, where our offerings cater to a variety of holiday preferences. Indulge in an elevated dinner at Element 47, our Michelin-recommended restaurant, or opt for a more relaxed experience at Ajax Tavern at the base of Aspen Mountain. For those prefer to gather at home, we offer the convenience of pre-cooked meals by The Little Nell's renowned culinary team, ensuring a stress-free holiday for you and your loved ones.

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