Cultural Events Calendar

Snowmass Tourism and Aspen Science Center present Science in Snowmass, a free, two-day celebration of all things science and discovery in Snowmass Village, September 11-12, 2026. The weekend brings the community together to explore paleontology, climatology, and astronomy through a series of educational programs inspired by the 2010-2011 Snowmass Ice Age Discovery.

Friday features hands-on field trips for school groups led by regional science and conservation organizations, followed by a special Ice Age Explorer Tour. Evening programming is headlined by a panel discussion featuring scientists from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science who will explore what the fossils revealed about Colorado’s Ice Age past and how the discovery continues to inform science today. The evening caps off with an astronomy session led by Astro Tours. Saturday’s activities focus on environmental stewardship and outdoor exploration, including guided nature and discovery hikes with ACES and a special tour of Ziegler Reservoir with Aspen Science Center.

Saturday evening features a climate change panel featuring leading scientists and regional partners from Colorado State University, Aspen One,  Wildfire Collaborative Roaring Fork Valley, and ACES. The evening concludes with a second astronomy session under the stars. Together, these events offer participants of all ages unique opportunities to explore the region’s natural history, night sky, and environmental future.

See a full breakdown of the weekend’s programming here.

CORE, or the Community Office for Resource Efficiency, is hosting The Green Expo September 11 from 1 to 6 p.m. The event will take place at Aspen Meadows, and is free, but registration is required. The program includes a panel discussion, 'solutions showcase,' and a social hour, with sustainable businesses, products and services from across the Roaring Fork Valley. Attendance is free; registration is required.

This gathering will feature special guest Al Letson, Peabody Award-winning host of Reveal, the nationally acclaimed investigative radio show and podcast from The Center for Investigative Reporting, in conversation with Aspen Journalism Editor and Executive Director Curtis Wackerle.

Join us! Friday, Sept. 11 at 5:30 p.m.

The Hotel Jerome Grand Ballroom
(330 Main Street, Aspen, CO 81611)

RSVP Kindly Required
Cost: Free

Co-sponsored by Aspen Public Radio, PRX and the Hotel Jerome, this discussion will explore the growing importance of listener- and reader-supported journalism, the evolving landscape of multimedia storytelling, and the role independent news organizations play in informing and strengthening communities and democracy.

This special “adult edition” brings the excitement of our popular youth event to the stage for grown-up performers. Aspen Rocks is our local “American Idol”-style music competition, celebrating the incredible talent in our community.

TACAW welcomes William H. Macy back for the 4th edition of Bill’s Room, a collaborative series with Bill and friends. The Emmy^® Award-winning and Academy Award^®-nominated actor, director, producer, and screenwriter is also a gifted songwriter/ukulele player.

Backed by the house band, The Roommates, this evening of songs, stories, and interesting conversations features the very special musical guest, Mandy Moore.

Snowmass Tourism and Aspen Science Center present Science in Snowmass, a free, two-day celebration of all things science and discovery in Snowmass Village, September 11-12, 2026. The weekend brings the community together to explore paleontology, climatology, and astronomy through a series of educational programs inspired by the 2010-2011 Snowmass Ice Age Discovery.

Friday features hands-on field trips for school groups led by regional science and conservation organizations, followed by a special Ice Age Explorer Tour. Evening programming is headlined by a panel discussion featuring scientists from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science who will explore what the fossils revealed about Colorado’s Ice Age past and how the discovery continues to inform science today. The evening caps off with an astronomy session led by Astro Tours. Saturday’s activities focus on environmental stewardship and outdoor exploration, including guided nature and discovery hikes with ACES and a special tour of Ziegler Reservoir with Aspen Science Center.

Saturday evening features a climate change panel featuring leading scientists and regional partners from Colorado State University, Aspen One,  Wildfire Collaborative Roaring Fork Valley, and ACES. The evening concludes with a second astronomy session under the stars. Together, these events offer participants of all ages unique opportunities to explore the region’s natural history, night sky, and environmental future.

See a full breakdown of the weekend’s programming here.

TACAW welcomes William H. Macy back for the 4th edition of Bill’s Room, a collaborative series with Bill and friends. The Emmy^® Award-winning and Academy Award^®-nominated actor, director, producer, and screenwriter is also a gifted songwriter/ukulele player.

Backed by the house band, The Roommates, this evening of songs, stories, and interesting conversations features the very special musical guest, Mandy Moore.

Join Mezcla Socials Dance at the Paul JAS Center for a fun night of salsa for all levels! Whether you’re a first-timer or looking to sharpen your moves, our instructors will guide you every step of the way. No partner or experience needed, just come ready to dance. Food and drinks specials available for purchase.

FREE ENTRY BUT RSVP ENCOURAGED

Join ACES naturalist, Penelope Thornton, for an immersive four-part series in ethnobotany, exploring the edible and medicinal plants of the Aspen area. From June to September, we will follow the phenology of our local flora through monthly guided walks. Each session is timed to follow the plant’s life cycle, moving from the emergence of buds and shoots in the spring to the vibrant flowering plants of mid-summer, concluding with the harvest of seed and roots in the autumn. Participants will learn to read landscapes to engage with our local wild food plants and medicines throughout the flowering season. Whether you are a lover of the Roaring Fork Valley, a budding herbalist, or a culinary explorer, this series offers a new way to feel at home in the wild.

Join ACES naturalist, Penelope Thornton, for an immersive four-part series in ethnobotany, exploring the edible and medicinal plants of the Aspen area. From June to September, we will follow the phenology of our local flora through monthly guided walks. Each session is timed to follow the plant’s life cycle, moving from the emergence of buds and shoots in the spring to the vibrant flowering plants of mid-summer, concluding with the harvest of seed and roots in the autumn. Participants will learn to read landscapes to engage with our local wild food plants and medicines throughout the flowering season. Whether you are a lover of the Roaring Fork Valley, a budding herbalist, or a culinary explorer, this series offers a new way to feel at home in the wild.

September 16 Roots and Seeds – Learn to identify and harvest wild foods and medicines through seeds and roots as they hunker down for winter. We will learn to identify “skeletons” of summer plants to find nutrient-dense roots and protein-rich seeds, mastering the skills of the late-season harvest.