Snowmass Tourism — Winter 2011-2012
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BUD LighT hI-fI ConCERT SERIES
This season-long concert series is free and appealing to all age groups, and features top national music acts ranging from rock to hip-hop. Past acts included Vampire Weekend, Donovan Frankenreiter, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, and the Greyboy Allstars.
When: Nov 26 (Aspen); Jan 28 (Aspen); Feb 19 (Snowmass); Mar 18 (Snowmass); Mar 23 (Aspen)
Where: Aspen/Snowmass
Cost: FREE!
Contact: aspensnowmass.com
nATURE VALLEy AspEn WinTERnATIOnAL AUDI fIS AlpInE WORLD Cup
This year’s event highlights women’s giant slalom and slalom races. Free and open to the public, the festive weekend features race-stadium access, fireworks, awards ceremonies and an outdoor nighttime concert in downtown Aspen.
When: Saturday, November 26-Sunday, November 27
Where: Aspen Mountain
Cost: FREE!
Contact: aspensnowmass.com
USASA SnOWBOARD SERIES
Check out snowboarding’s up-and-coming athletes as they compete in this series sanctioned by USASA. Competitors strive to qualify for the USASA National and International Championships
When: December-March
Where: Snowmass and Buttermilk
Contact: aspensnowmass.com, usasa.org
SnOWMASS ChApEL COMMUnITy ConCERT SERIES
The Snowmass Community Concert Series is sponsored by the Snowmass Arts Advisory Board and The Snowmass Chapel.
Friday, January 20, 2012, 6:00pm:
Cheryl Losey Formal Harp Dinner Concert, “An Evening in Paris” 3 course dinner with French food and French harp music with both meat and vegetarian options by reservation only, please contact Paul Dankers at 970.300.1330 or paul@snowmasschapel.org
Friday, February 17, 2012, 6:00pm:
Wedding Bazaar: Concert at 6:00pm with reception following, Freewill donations at the door.
March 2-3, 9-10, 2012, 7:00pm:
“Fantasticks” a musical theatre performance, Suggested $15 donation.
Friday, March 23, 2012, 7:00pm:
Piano Solo Performance by Alex Chien, Winner of the Virginia Waring International Piano Competition, Freewill donations at the door.
Contact: 970.923.6192, paul@snowmasschapel.org, snowmasschapel.org
61ST WinTERSköL CELEBRATIOn
Wintersköl, Aspen’s annual “toast to winter,” dates back to a quiet January in 1951 when local Aspenites decided to celebrate Aspen’s unique Nordic lifestyle with an eclectic weekend of festivities. The four day celebration features on-mountain activities, Soupsköl, a canine fashion show, WinterFest, fireworks, and much more.
When: Thursday, January 12-Sunday, January 15
Where: All four mountains
Contact: 970.925.1940, aspenchamber.org
Espn WinTER X gAMES
The world’s premier winter action sports event returns to Aspen/Snowmass for its 11th year in a row. Watch as snowsports’ greatest athlete’s battle for glory in events like ski and snowboard slopestyle, superpipe, snowmobile freestyle, big air and much more!
When: Thursday, January 26-Sunday, January 29
Where: Buttermilk (related activities in Snowmass Village)
Contact: xgames.com
SnOWMASS VILLAgE RACE SERIES
Experience the thrill of racing like the pros without the pressure. The Snowmass Village Race Series is open to all ages and abilities. Compete individually or team up with friends and family. No prior race experience is necessary.
When: February 8, 15, 29 & March 7, 14, 21 Time: 3:30pm
Where: Spider Sabich Race Arena
Cost: $7/person
Contact: 970.923.0560
COLORADO fREERIDE ChAMpIOnShIpS
Big-mountain skiers and riders put it all on the line in judged runs down the cliff-littered steeps of Snowmass. The Freeride Championships draw a complete field of top athletes and amateurs from around the world. Watch the action from the Hanging Valley Headwall base or Gwyn’s High Alpine.
When: Friday-Sunday, February 17-19
Where: Snowmass
Contact: aspensnowmass.com
SnOWMASS MARDI gRAS pARADE & CELEBRATIOn
Snowmass celebrates 30 years of Fat Tuesday revelry with the biggest Mardi Gras bash in the mountains. From mask-making for kids to a midafternoon madcap parade to crawdad boils, king cake and parties at local bars, this authentic fete offers Cajun fun for every age.
When: Tuesday, February 21
Where: Snowmass Village Mall
Cost: FREE
Contact:
1.800.SNOWMASS, snowmasstourism.com
9Th AnnUAL SnOWMASS pOkER Run & 2nD AnnUAL TEXAS hOLD ‘EM pOkER TOURnAMEnT
Test your luck with the best hand of poker. Ski from one side of Snowmass to the other for poker cards. At the end of the day, the best hand wins! Awesome prizes for the best hands. At 7 p.m, don’t miss the 2nd Annual Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament. All monies raised benefit the Snowmass Rotary Club’s charitable foundation which awards over $25,000 annually to nonprofit organizations. Tickets are available on the day of the event or by calling 970.379.6577.
When: Sunday, February 19
Time: 9:00am-3:30pm & 7:00pm Where Snowmass mountain
Cost: $10/hand or $50/6 hands
Contact: 970.379.6577
BUD LighT Big AIR fRIDAyS
Top professional and amateur skiers and boarders kick off the weekends in Snowmass by showing off their hottest tricks on a 40-foot jump each Friday afternoon starting in mid-February. Music, cash prizes, tons of giveaways and aprés ski specials make Snowmass’ TGIF scene one to remember.
When: February 10, 17, 24 & March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Where: Fanny Hill
Cost: Free to spectators
Contact: aspensnowmass.com
AnDERSOn RanCh ARTS CenTER MonOThOn ExhIBITIOn, LIVE AUCTIOn & DinnER
In the fifth annual collaboration with the Anderson Ranch, Patton Print Shop original monotypes created by local Roaring Fork Valley and internationally known artists will be available for purchase in a live auction and dinner. Proceeds from the sale will support Anderson Ranch programs and facilities.
When: Tuesday, March 6
Time: Preview Exhibition 5:00pm-7:00pm, Dinner & Live Auction 7:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Anderson Ranch
Cost: Tickets for the dinner and live auction are $30 and are available at 970.923.3181 x208.
Contact: 970.923.3181 info@andersonranch.org, andersonranch.org
ST. pADDy’S Day CELEBRATIOn
The biggest Blarney Bash in the mountains features the Lucky Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt, green beer and Irish fare, authentic music kids’ festivities, free concerts, Celtic dancers, bagpipes and more.
When: Saturday, March 17
Where: Snowmass Village Mall
Cost: FREE
Contact: 1.800.SNOWMASS, snowmasstourism.com
BUD LighT SpRIng jAM
The 12th annual Bud Light Spring Jam boasts two weekends full of music, art and athletic competitions. March 16-18, take in the Core Party, a free concert in the center of downtown Aspen, the KickAspen Big Air at the base of Aspen Mountain and a free après Bud Light Hi-Fi Concert in Snowmass. March 23-25 includes a free Bud Light Hi-Fi Concert at the base of Aspen Mountain, the Helly Hansen Battle in the Bowls on Aspen Highlands and the Fallen Friends Memorial on Aspen Highlands. Learn to ride and slide rails and jumps from the pros in a beginner terrain park during Terrain Park Boot Camp; Saturday and Sunday of each weekend in Snowmass.
When: Friday-Sunday, March 16-18 & Friday-Sunday, 23-25
Where: Aspen & Snowmass
Contact: aspensnowmass.com
This season-long concert series is free and appealing to all age groups, and features top national music acts ranging from rock to hip-hop. Past acts included Vampire Weekend, Donovan Frankenreiter, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, and the Greyboy Allstars.
When: Nov 26 (Aspen); Jan 28 (Aspen); Feb 19 (Snowmass); Mar 18 (Snowmass); Mar 23 (Aspen)
Where: Aspen/Snowmass
Cost: FREE!
Contact: aspensnowmass.com
nATURE VALLEy AspEn WinTERnATIOnAL AUDI fIS AlpInE WORLD Cup
This year’s event highlights women’s giant slalom and slalom races. Free and open to the public, the festive weekend features race-stadium access, fireworks, awards ceremonies and an outdoor nighttime concert in downtown Aspen.
When: Saturday, November 26-Sunday, November 27
Where: Aspen Mountain
Cost: FREE!
Contact: aspensnowmass.com
USASA SnOWBOARD SERIES
Check out snowboarding’s up-and-coming athletes as they compete in this series sanctioned by USASA. Competitors strive to qualify for the USASA National and International Championships
When: December-March
Where: Snowmass and Buttermilk
Contact: aspensnowmass.com, usasa.org
SnOWMASS ChApEL COMMUnITy ConCERT SERIES
The Snowmass Community Concert Series is sponsored by the Snowmass Arts Advisory Board and The Snowmass Chapel.
Friday, January 20, 2012, 6:00pm:
Cheryl Losey Formal Harp Dinner Concert, “An Evening in Paris” 3 course dinner with French food and French harp music with both meat and vegetarian options by reservation only, please contact Paul Dankers at 970.300.1330 or paul@snowmasschapel.org
Friday, February 17, 2012, 6:00pm:
Wedding Bazaar: Concert at 6:00pm with reception following, Freewill donations at the door.
March 2-3, 9-10, 2012, 7:00pm:
“Fantasticks” a musical theatre performance, Suggested $15 donation.
Friday, March 23, 2012, 7:00pm:
Piano Solo Performance by Alex Chien, Winner of the Virginia Waring International Piano Competition, Freewill donations at the door.
Contact: 970.923.6192, paul@snowmasschapel.org, snowmasschapel.org
61ST WinTERSköL CELEBRATIOn
Wintersköl, Aspen’s annual “toast to winter,” dates back to a quiet January in 1951 when local Aspenites decided to celebrate Aspen’s unique Nordic lifestyle with an eclectic weekend of festivities. The four day celebration features on-mountain activities, Soupsköl, a canine fashion show, WinterFest, fireworks, and much more.
When: Thursday, January 12-Sunday, January 15
Where: All four mountains
Contact: 970.925.1940, aspenchamber.org
Espn WinTER X gAMES
The world’s premier winter action sports event returns to Aspen/Snowmass for its 11th year in a row. Watch as snowsports’ greatest athlete’s battle for glory in events like ski and snowboard slopestyle, superpipe, snowmobile freestyle, big air and much more!
When: Thursday, January 26-Sunday, January 29
Where: Buttermilk (related activities in Snowmass Village)
Contact: xgames.com
SnOWMASS VILLAgE RACE SERIES
Experience the thrill of racing like the pros without the pressure. The Snowmass Village Race Series is open to all ages and abilities. Compete individually or team up with friends and family. No prior race experience is necessary.
When: February 8, 15, 29 & March 7, 14, 21 Time: 3:30pm
Where: Spider Sabich Race Arena
Cost: $7/person
Contact: 970.923.0560
COLORADO fREERIDE ChAMpIOnShIpS
Big-mountain skiers and riders put it all on the line in judged runs down the cliff-littered steeps of Snowmass. The Freeride Championships draw a complete field of top athletes and amateurs from around the world. Watch the action from the Hanging Valley Headwall base or Gwyn’s High Alpine.
When: Friday-Sunday, February 17-19
Where: Snowmass
Contact: aspensnowmass.com
SnOWMASS MARDI gRAS pARADE & CELEBRATIOn
Snowmass celebrates 30 years of Fat Tuesday revelry with the biggest Mardi Gras bash in the mountains. From mask-making for kids to a midafternoon madcap parade to crawdad boils, king cake and parties at local bars, this authentic fete offers Cajun fun for every age.
When: Tuesday, February 21
Where: Snowmass Village Mall
Cost: FREE
Contact:
1.800.SNOWMASS, snowmasstourism.com
9Th AnnUAL SnOWMASS pOkER Run & 2nD AnnUAL TEXAS hOLD ‘EM pOkER TOURnAMEnT
Test your luck with the best hand of poker. Ski from one side of Snowmass to the other for poker cards. At the end of the day, the best hand wins! Awesome prizes for the best hands. At 7 p.m, don’t miss the 2nd Annual Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament. All monies raised benefit the Snowmass Rotary Club’s charitable foundation which awards over $25,000 annually to nonprofit organizations. Tickets are available on the day of the event or by calling 970.379.6577.
When: Sunday, February 19
Time: 9:00am-3:30pm & 7:00pm Where Snowmass mountain
Cost: $10/hand or $50/6 hands
Contact: 970.379.6577
BUD LighT Big AIR fRIDAyS
Top professional and amateur skiers and boarders kick off the weekends in Snowmass by showing off their hottest tricks on a 40-foot jump each Friday afternoon starting in mid-February. Music, cash prizes, tons of giveaways and aprés ski specials make Snowmass’ TGIF scene one to remember.
When: February 10, 17, 24 & March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Where: Fanny Hill
Cost: Free to spectators
Contact: aspensnowmass.com
AnDERSOn RanCh ARTS CenTER MonOThOn ExhIBITIOn, LIVE AUCTIOn & DinnER
In the fifth annual collaboration with the Anderson Ranch, Patton Print Shop original monotypes created by local Roaring Fork Valley and internationally known artists will be available for purchase in a live auction and dinner. Proceeds from the sale will support Anderson Ranch programs and facilities.
When: Tuesday, March 6
Time: Preview Exhibition 5:00pm-7:00pm, Dinner & Live Auction 7:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Anderson Ranch
Cost: Tickets for the dinner and live auction are $30 and are available at 970.923.3181 x208.
Contact: 970.923.3181 info@andersonranch.org, andersonranch.org
ST. pADDy’S Day CELEBRATIOn
The biggest Blarney Bash in the mountains features the Lucky Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt, green beer and Irish fare, authentic music kids’ festivities, free concerts, Celtic dancers, bagpipes and more.
When: Saturday, March 17
Where: Snowmass Village Mall
Cost: FREE
Contact: 1.800.SNOWMASS, snowmasstourism.com
BUD LighT SpRIng jAM
The 12th annual Bud Light Spring Jam boasts two weekends full of music, art and athletic competitions. March 16-18, take in the Core Party, a free concert in the center of downtown Aspen, the KickAspen Big Air at the base of Aspen Mountain and a free après Bud Light Hi-Fi Concert in Snowmass. March 23-25 includes a free Bud Light Hi-Fi Concert at the base of Aspen Mountain, the Helly Hansen Battle in the Bowls on Aspen Highlands and the Fallen Friends Memorial on Aspen Highlands. Learn to ride and slide rails and jumps from the pros in a beginner terrain park during Terrain Park Boot Camp; Saturday and Sunday of each weekend in Snowmass.
When: Friday-Sunday, March 16-18 & Friday-Sunday, 23-25
Where: Aspen & Snowmass
Contact: aspensnowmass.com
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