Aspen Snowmass in the summer is nothing short of magical. The mountains trade snow for wildflowers, and endless blue skies set the stage for hiking, biking, fly fishing, and al fresco dining. The energy is vibrant yet laid-back, with every trailhead, patio, and concert lawn buzzing with the season’s unique blend of nature and culture.
What makes it truly special is the way Aspen blends outdoor adventure with elevated experiences—world-class music festivals, art shows, and wellness retreats all unfold against a backdrop of towering peaks. It’s a place where you can hike to a mountain lake in the morning and enjoy a symphony under the stars by evening.
Here is a list of all that helps make Aspen Snowmass so magical in the summertime.
Weekly/Daily Summer Events:
Aspen Institute
Find events that bring people together to learn, lead, and take action with the Aspen Institute. MORE INFO.
Aspen Music Festival
Join us in Aspen for the 2025 season, July 2nd – August 24th
Founded in 1949, the Aspen Music Festival and School is regarded as one of the top classical music festivals in the United States, noted both for its concert programming and its musical training of mostly young-adult music students. MORE INFO.
Physics Institute
Our series of public physics talks are free and open to the community. MORE INFO.
Saturday Market
Every Saturday now through October 4th; 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Spend your Saturday mornings at the Aspen Farmer's Market. Since 1998 it has been a local tradition to stroll through the market buying Colorado-grown produce and Colorado-produced artisan products.
Snowmass Rodeo
We ride every Wednesday night; June 18th - August 20th
Gates open for BBQ at 5pm! Rodeo begins at 7pm, rain or shine. MORE INFO.
Bluegrass Sundays
This summer season locals and tourists alike get down to some of Colorado's best bluegrass bands on the top of Aspen Mountain.
June 15th - August 31st | 12-3pm | Sundeck atop Aspen Mountain | Sightseeing ticket required. MORE INFO.
Aspen Mountain Yoga
June 23rd - August 29th
Monday-Friday | 10:30am - 11:30am | Aspen Mountain | $25 cash or $27 credit card to the instructor & a gondola ticket. MORE INFO.
Thursday Night Concerts in Snowmass Village
Doors open at 5:30pm – come grab that perfect spot, music begins at 6:30 pm
Thursday, June 19th – Charlotte Sands: Punk, modern pop, and pop-rock
Thursday, June 26th – Certainly So: Indie-rock feel-good vibes
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Theatre Aspen Presents: Driving Miss Daisy
June 12th – June 28th | June 18th Opening Night Celebration
Hurst Theatre Tent in John Denver Park
A Timeless Story of Friendship, Change, and the Road Ahead
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Food and Wine Classic
June 20th - 22nd
70+ Celebrity Chefs and Beverage Experts
Join us in 2025 for the ‘unofficial kick-off to the summer’, a spectacular weekend of premier epicurean adventures at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen!
This leading culinary event which has been a must-visit experience for four decades consists of three incredible days of cooking demonstrations, wine & spirit tastings, and panel discussions led by world-class chefs and beverage experts.
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Aspen Ideas: Health
June 22nd - 25th
Where health's biggest challenges meet today's biggest thinkers.
By creating a forum to share knowledge and experience, Aspen Ideas: Health offers a unique opportunity to turn ideas into action and carve pathways toward better health for all.
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2025 Summer Words | Writers Conference
June 22nd - 27th | Snowmass Village
Recognized as one of the nation’s top literary gatherings, Summer Words is a six-day celebration of words, stories and ideas held annually in an idyllic Rocky Mountain setting.
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Aspen Ideas Festival
Jun 25th – Jul 1st
We bring brilliant leaders and thinkers from around the globe to discuss the ideas that will help build understanding today and shape tomorrow.
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JAS June Experience
June 26th – 29th
The JAS June Experience with Jazz Aspen is an incredible experience that can’t be missed. With more than twelve different venues and an incredible group of artists bringing the best of jazz throughout all of them, there’s a fantastic show just waiting for you.
Dumpstaphunk | Parlor Greens | Marcia Ball | Calabria Foti | Samantha Fish | Ben Paterson, Jake Vinsel & Yotam Silberstein | Salin | Matt Schofield | Raul Midón | Alex Cuba | Shayna Steele |Morgan James | Christone “Kingfish” Ingram | Tank & the Bangas | Christian McBride & Benny Green | Olatuja | Takuya Kuroda
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Thursday Night Concerts in Snowmass Village
Doors open at 5:30pm – come grab that perfect spot, music begins at 6:30 pm
Thursday, July 3rd – Ozomatli: Fusion of Latin, hip-hop, rock, and funk
*Fri, July 4th – Spazmatics (July 4th Celebration): High-energy ’80s rock
Thursday, July 10th – Neal Francis: Vintage-inspired blend of soul, funk, and rock
Thursday, July 17th – The Rumble ft. Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. Electrifying fusion of Mardi Gras tradition and New Orleans funk
Thursday, July 24th – Boy Named Banjo: Fresh, feel-good blend of folk-rock and Americana
Thursday, July 31st – Goldie Boutilier: Cinematic alt-pop sound, blending elements of disco, synth-pop, and Americana
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Aspen's Old Fashioned Fourth of July
July 4th | Parade at 11:00 am
Downtown Aspen
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Christie's International Real Estate 4th of July Party!
July 4th | Noon - 4:00 pm
Join Us and Enjoy Crêpes + Charcuterie + Beverages
520 E Durant Avenue, Aspen | Across from the Gondola Plaza
RSVP HERE.
Theatre Aspen Presents: Mamma Mia! | Theatre Aspen
July 5th – August 2nd | Opening Night July 8th
Hurst Theatre Tent in John Denver Park
A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a wedding you’ll never forget!
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Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Presents: Complexions Contemporary Ballet
July 10th | 8:00 pm
Aspen District Theatre
Back by popular demand, Complexions Contemporary Ballet awakens audiences to a new, exciting genre with its full-throttle style and groundbreaking approach to contemporary ballet. The program features Dwight Rhoden’s newest ballet, Bolero, a work commissioned by Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Fund that premiered in New York City last fall, and For Crying Out Loud, a high-energy work featuring the music of U2. These dazzling performers, dancing with blazing ferocity and grace, will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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22nd Annual Downtown Aspen Art Festival
Friday, July 11th | 10:00am to 6:00pm
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 | 10:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, July 13th, 2025 | 10:00am to 5:00pm
151 E Main St in Aspen, CO
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Ranch Picnic and Auction
July 12th | 11am – 4pm
Anderson Ranch Arts Center
An Anderson Ranch tradition for over 40 years, the Ranch Picnic and Auction brings people together for an afternoon of fun and excitement. A silent auction features works of art by top contemporary artists and locals alike. Alongside the auction are engaging art-based activities for all ages, delicious picnic-style foods and live music. A fundraiser at heart, all proceeds from the day directly benefit Anderson Ranch educational programs.
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Audi Power Of Four Trail Run
July 19th | Race Starts: 50K - 6am, 25K - 8am, 10K - 11am
Aspen, Tiehack, & Elk Camp
The Audi Power of Four Race Series is a premier endurance race series utilizing the unique and amazing terrain of each of the four Aspen Snowmass mountains. Each race is designed to test the limits and skills of both elite and recreational athletes.
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Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Presents: Pilobolus
July 23rd | 8:00 pm
Aspen District Theatre
Step into a realm where imagination knows no limits. Since 1971, this celebrated troupe has tested the limits of human physicality with heart-stopping grace, acrobatic prowess, and breathtaking artistry. This summer, Pilobolus returns with Other Worlds Collection, a curated selection of dances that traverse the spaces we inhabit with wit, wisdom, and whimsy. The program features Bloodlines, a powerful piece that delves into the essence of family, honoring the evolving bonds that shape us across generations.
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Audi Snowmass 50 Mountain Bike Race
July 26th | 7am - 5pm | Snowmass
Previously known as Power of Four MTB Race. Grab your bike and pedal to the medal around a 25 mile loop ascending 5000 Feet. Solo competitors will have the option of 1 or 2 laps, or teams of 2 can race 1 lap each of the Audi Snowmass 50.
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Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Presents: Alonzo King LINES Ballet
July 29th | 8:00 pm
Aspen District Theatre
Prepare yourself for an evening of artistic brilliance! Dancing to music ranging from Alice Coltrane to Maurice Ravel, the virtuoso dancers of Alonzo King LINES Ballet ignite the stage, gliding through Mr. King’s evocative choreography, seamlessly blending the physical and metaphysical. This critically acclaimed program has captivated audiences worldwide and cemented LINES’ position at the forefront of contemporary dance. Music, dance, and storytelling collide in an unforgettable performance.
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Intersect Aspen
July 29th - August 3rd
Summer is the Peak Season for Art in Aspen
Intersect Aspen presents an art and design fair taking place each summer at the height of the season. Visitors to encounter modern and contemporary art and design presented by galleries from around the world.
Fair Hours: July 29th: 1–6pm (VIP Preview 1–3pm) | July 30th–Aug 2nd: 11am–6pm | August 3rd: 11am–3pm
Aspen Ice Garden | 233 W Hyman Ave
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Thursday Night Concerts in Snowmass Village
Doors open at 5:30pm – come grab that perfect spot, music begins at 6:30 pm
Thursday, August 7th – The Talbott Brothers: Americana duo known for their cinematic folk-rock sound, blending elements of country and rock
Thursday, August 14th – Jon Muq: Indie artist blending electronic beats with soulful vocals and introspective lyrics
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ArtCrush 2025
August 1st | 6 PM
Taking place on August 1, 2025, the gala will celebrate artist Glenn Ligon, recipient of the 2025 Lewis Family Art Award at the Aspen Art Museum.
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Theatre Aspen Presents: Million Dollar Quartet
August 8th – 23rd | Opening Night Aug. 11
Hurst Theatre Tent in John Denver Park
On December 4, 1956, an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for an unforgettable jam session—one that would go down in rock ‘n’ roll history.
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Plein Air Art Festival
Aug. 9th | All Day Event
Snowmass Base Village
The Magic of Al Fresco Painting: Explore Art from Colorado’s Plein Air Artists
Over 20 remarkable Colorado artists head to Snowmass the week of August 4, spending four days painting the natural beauty and splendor of the surrounding landscape. On Saturday, August 9 and Sunday, August 10, guests and locals are invited to Snowmass Base Village to view the artwork and purchase their favorite pieces to take home!
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Cidermass Invitational
August 16th | 2-5:30pm
Snowmass Village Mall
CIDER, beer, wine, and cocktails. High quality low key festival. 21+
Join us for the Cidermass event held from 2:00pm-5:30pm on the Snowmass Mall. Schilling, Anna’s Cider, Stem’s Cider, and 2 Towns Ciderhouse, just to name a few of the 20-25 attending vendors, will be on site for some delicious hard-cider, beer, wine and cocktail tasting.
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2025 JAS Labor Day Experience
August 29th - August 31st | Snowmass Town Park
Friday, August 29th: Cannons | Imagine Dragons
Saturday, August 30th: Max McNown | Lawrence | Lenny Kravitz
Sunday, August 31st: Grace Bowers & The Hodge Podge | Marcus King Band | Luke Combs
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With all the AMAZING events happening in and around Aspen Snowmass throughout the summer, it's time you consider buying or renting in Aspen Snowmass to make this part of your life! We have a collection of expert real estate brokers that can help you find your perfect home. Reach out to any one of them right now, and make this dream a reality.