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Aspen / Snowmass Blog

Catch up on the latest Aspen and Snowmass Village news and activities. Our blog is written by our team of local travel experts, who put together recommendations on the best activities and more. 

sparklers at night

Planning to kick off 2019 in Aspen, Colorado? Our magical mountain town has so much to offer during the holidays, especially the night of New Year's Eve! Here are some of this year's the best New Year's Eve dinners and celebrations – all followed by fireworks that light up Aspen Mountain. 

thanksgiving dinner in aspen

Explore restaurants in Aspen and Snowmass offering special dinners for Thanksgiving 2018, as well as gourmet meals available for pick-up. And, save a few beloved recipes from the Aspen Signature Properties team!

private contemporary estate rental aspen colorado

There is no place as magical as Aspen, Colorado during the holiday season. From sleigh rides to skiing, you will be in awe of what our little town has to offer. Discover luxury vacation rentals still available for the upcoming holiday season!

Independence Pass in the Fall

During the summer months, Independence Pass can be bogged down by swarms of tourists flocking to the beautiful vista overlooks and viewing stations. But as the summer crowds begin to subside and fall's cool embrace creeps through the mountains, the aspen trees come alive in a beautiful and vibrant display of gold, orange, and yellow.

Fall Color Change in Aspen

Fall foliage is right around the corner, and we cannot contain our excitement! When the aspen leaves start to turn a beautiful golden color, Aspen/Snowmass has some of the most breathtaking views and it’s one of the best times to visit, which typically occurs during the third or fourth weekend in September!

Aspen to Crested Butte Hike

If you’re looking for a true Aspen hiking experience, complete with mountain passes, wildflowers, and some serious elevation gain, consider the nearly 11-mile Aspen to Crested Butte hike. 

family watching hot air ballons

Find the best events happening between June and September in Snowmass Village, Colorado. We love this family-friendly destination, and these events are recommended by our team of local experts.

welcome to snowmass village sign

The town of Snowmass Village is nestled in the Brush Creek Valley just outside of Aspen. The town is family-friendly and loved by vacationers, second homeowners and full-time residents alike. We love Snowmass, and many of our guests come back year after year — some even end up buying their Colorado dream home here.

outdoor dining chairs in aspen

Aspen has so much to offer during the summer season! We put together a list of some of our favorite outdoor dining spots in Aspen. Whether you want to brunch, lunch, or grab cocktails outside, discover Aspen's al fresco dining scene.

aspen mountain in summer

We often think of Aspen as a winter destination because of its world-class ski mountains, but summer here is unbeatable. Between the concerts, outdoor recreation, events, restaurants and sight-seeing, there's no better place to be. We put together some of our favorite reasons why Aspen should be your top summer destination this year. 

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