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Aspen Events and Aspen Festivals
(Aspen, Colorado - CO, USA)



Aspen's resort founders were determined to develop the town not only as a world-class ski resort, but also as a center for numerous cultural pursuits, events, festivals, outdoor activities and things to do, intellectual debates and learning.

One of the major results of this push is Aspen's particularly high number of cultural events and festivals that keep the Aspen calendar full throughout the year, especially during the summer months. Some of the town's best known events include the Aspen Music Festival and the ESPN Winter X Games.




Aspen National Public Holidays - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• 1st January - New Year's Day
• Third Monday in January - Martin Luther King Day
• 12th February - Lincoln's Birthday
• Third Monday in February - Washington's Birthday
• Last Monday in May - Memorial Day
• 4th July - Independence Day
• First Monday in September - Labor Day
• Second Monday in October - Columbus Day
• 11th November - Veterans Day
• 4th Thursday in November - Thanksgiving
• 25th December - Christmas Day

Aspen Calendar of Festivals and Events - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA


Aspen and Festivals in January - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• ESPN X Games - late January, held at Buttermilk Mountain and showcasing the world's best talent in extreme skiing and snowboarding
• Gay and Lesbian Film Festival - late January, always a great selection of films to get you thinking
• Big Air Fridays -January to March, prepare for jaw-dropping jumps and stunts at Snowmass every Friday

Aspen Events and Festivals in February - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• US Comedy Arts Festival - late February, an excellent range of comedians and acts from across the country

Aspen and Festivals in March - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• St. Patrick's Day - March 17th, celebrations including concerts and other performances
• Spring Jam - mid-March, a series of concerts and performances held at Aspen and Snowmass

Aspen Events and Festivals in April - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• No significant festivals in Aspen during April

Aspen Events and Festivals in May - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• No significant festivals in Aspen during May

Aspen Events and Festivals in June - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• Snowmass Village Rodeo - late June to late August, a whole range of rodeo events as well as children's activities and food stalls
• Aspen Music Festival - mid-June to late August, one of the country's premier summer music festivals since 1949, it features symphonic and chamber music, opera, choral and children's events. Concerts are performed in a variety of top locations including the summit of Aspen Mountain
• JazzAspen - late June, popular jazz festival held at Snowmass featuring nationally known performers
• Aspen Summer Words - late June, a writing retreat and literary festival organized by the Aspen Writers' Foundation

Aspen Events and Festivals in July - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• Independence Day - July 4th, Aspen puts on a spectacular show including fireworks, a parade, air show and bicycle rodeo to celebrate the nation's birthday
• Michael Martin Murphy West Fest - early July, held at Snowmass and featuring concerts, art exhibits, rodeo competitions, cowboy poetry, re-enactments and various exhibitions

Aspen Events and Festivals in August - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• Snowmass Village Arts and Crafts - early August, an eclectic mix of over 50 artists showcasing and selling artworks
• Blast the Mass - mid-August, top mountain bike racers compete for the title of regional champion and a chance to qualify for the national championships

Aspen Events and Festivals in September - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• Aspen FilmFest - late September, always an exciting line up of independent films and documentaries
• JazzAspen / Snowmass Labor Day Festival - early September, more great jazz performances from well-known musicians

Aspen Events and Festivals in October - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• No significant festivals in Aspen during October

Aspen Events and Festivals in November - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• Opening Day - late November, Snowmass and Aspen Mountains open for the winter season

Aspen Events and Festivals in December - Aspen, Colorado (CO), USA

• Opening Day - early December, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk celebrate opening for the winter season
• Storm the Stars - mid-December, a race up Aspen Mountain

 
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