Cultural Events Calendar

Join us for Ascendigo Blue Aspen, our signature gala. This year’s theme—ILLUMINATE: A Night to Shine—is dedicated to celebrating the brilliance and potential within every individual on the spectrum.

At Ascendigo, we believe each person carries a unique spark. When nurtured, supported, and empowered, that spark becomes a radiant light that inspires us all. This year’s gala invites you to witness and celebrate how our clients’ inner light shines—whether on the ski slopes, in the classroom, at work, or in everyday life.

The night will feature unforgettable entertainment, gourmet dining, inspiring stories, and opportunities to make a lasting impact. Together, we will raise critical funds to expand programs that empower individuals with autism to thrive, achieve independence, and share their light with the world.

Celebrate International Women’s Day at MOLLIE with a lively brunch dedicated to the spirit of the day.

Enjoy curated drink specials and a vibrant soundtrack by DJ Takki (10 AM-2 PM) to set the tone for the afternoon. As a token of our appreciation, each guest will be presented with a flower upon arrival. Join us as we toast to the women in our lives and our community. Reservations are recommended.

Join Aspen local Megan DiSabatino for a restorative sound journey and magical evening forest bathing in nature at Toklat. Slow down and reconnect as we deeply relax and breathe, bathing in the healing sound frequency of the natural world and singing crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, chimes, gongs and drums, and soak up the beauty and wonder of the meadows and forests around Toklat. We’ll engage all of our senses as we explore the trees, wildflowers, meadow grasses and icy waters of Devaney Creek.

Join us for a conversation in Schermer Meeting Hall at Anderson Ranch Arts Center with Visiting Artist Diana Heise.

Visiting Artist lectures are free, open to the public, and available in person or via livestream.

Diana Heise is a socially engaged research-based artist working at the intersections of performance, eco-feminism and experimental lens-based image practices, committed to aesthetic pursuits that cultivate awareness, resilience and attuned regeneration. Heise is a recipient of a Fulbright Fellowship in the Creative and Performing Arts, a Performance Art Fund Grant from the Franklin Furnace Inc. as well as a Presidential Fellowship at the American University in Cairo.

The Camino de Santiago in Spain has been established as a spiritual and physical pilgrimage for thousands of years. “Don’t Pack Your Fears,” is a story of finding faith in humanity, virtue, disco, and ultimately, oneself. If you’ve ever wondered, “what’s The Camino all about?,” this presentation is for you.

The 2026 Aspen Laugh Festival features comedic talents, delivering sidesplitting anecdotes and clever wit that resonate with a diverse audience. This year’s lineup reflects the joyous tradition of comedy that has graced the historic Wheeler Opera House venue since its inception in 1889.

In this workshop you will learn how to build a tropical plant terrarium, creating your own whimsical, miniature garden within a unique glass vessel. We will show you each step of creating a living world that thrives in an enclosed container, along with how to care for it.

One mushroom shaped glass container, multiple plants, moss and decorative rocks are included in the price. Additional fees may apply.

Local Aspen boy and ski pro, Nick Devore and his Colorado native girlfriend, Ashton Tafoya bought a 36-foot sailboat, named it Space Wrangler, and are setting out with the intention to sail around the world. Neither of them saw the ocean until they were about 10 years old but have been called by her vast freedom. They have been working hard all winter to pay off their boat and upgrade her to blue water seaworthiness.

Local Aspen boy and ski pro, Nick Devore and his Colorado native girlfriend, Ashton Tafoya bought a 36-foot sailboat, named it Space Wrangler, and are setting out with the intention to sail around the world. Neither of them saw the ocean until they were about 10 years old but have been called by her vast freedom. They set sail from West Palm beach on may 15th and they’ll share their experience of their long, slow, six-week downwind sail back to Florida through hurricane Erin to repair their boat and get back home.

Dust off your retro ski gear and meet us at the Isis as Radical Wednesdays launches a month-long celebration of mountain culture on film. This beloved series is all about community, conversation, and big-screen stoke So grab your crew and meet us at the Isis for throwback ski films, special guests, and epic prizes.

Beer specials for retro attire
Advanced Tickets: $20 GA | $15 AF Member
Day of Event: $25