GREETINGS FRIENDS!

Summer seems to go faster every year! September brings us a great month of activities, easing us into the shoulder season. Don't miss Aspen Restaurant Week September 21-27. (click here) participating Aspen restaurants will offer specially priced, multi-course prix fixe menus celebrating the flavors of fall.

The inaugural Snowmass Boucherie & Oyster Fest took place yesterday in Snowmass (click here). The event was packed, the food was so delicious, and all net proceeds went to our wildfire fighters!!!

The big news is that the west side of Aspen Mountain development has finally started with Chalet Alpina. Also, the new NELL-BELL lift is planned to open this season parallel to the gondola from the bottom of the Little Nell to the top of Bell Mountain. Now, just pray for a real SNOW YEAR!!!

Chalet Alpina breaks ground at Aspen Mountain’s

historic Lift One base

The start of construction on an envisioned year-round neighborhood

will include timeshares, residences, restaurants, retail and additional amenities. (click here)

REAL ESTATE UPDATE

Sales numbers are shockingly down considerably and dollar volume on single family homes is noticeably lower too! There will be some large dollar closings this quarter which will beef this up.

Morning Meals in the Mountains

Quiet fall mornings in downtown Aspen offer a relaxing start to the day. Catch early morning rays while enjoying a tasty breakfast and scenic views at a local restaurant or café. (click here)

Cruise through the Colors

Make the most of this autumn season in Aspen and take a leaf-peeping bike ride on one of our favorite trails around town.

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The 8 Best Hikes in Aspen

No one proves the beauty of the great outdoors quite like Aspen. Enjoy the West Colorado wilderness is by hiking.

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Experience Fall Arts and Culture

Enjoy a diverse range of arts & culture events while spectacular fall colors cover our mountain town. The season is filled with performances, exhibitions, live music (such as the John Denver Celebration) and more. (click here)

Aspen Film’s 47th Annual Filmfest

What better way to spend a brisk fall day than catching a movie? From September 29 - October 4, 2026, Aspen Film will present the 47th edition of Filmfest, a renowned festival showcasing the works of top talent from across the globe. From comedies to documentaries to foreign-language, and more, Filmfest features a range of genres, each carrying a unique perspective and story. (click here)

SEPTEMBER

20, 27 | Aspen Saturday Market

16-21 | Aspen Filmfest

18-21 | Aspen Ruggerfest

26-28 | Aspen Literary Festival

OCTOBER

1-6 | John Denver Celebration

1-31 | Explore Ghost Towns and Cemeteries

4 | Aspen Saturday Market

17-18 | Shining Mountains Film Festival

22 | Humans 2.0 by Circa

NOVEMBER

1 | Aspen Advance Look: 11 to Midnight

7-9 | Hockey Mountain High Tournament

14 | The War and Treaty

20 | Garrison Keillor Tonight

26-30 | Thanksgiving Weekend

Upcoming Events

Explore the beautiful Colorado countryside with horseback guides and adventure tours in Aspen from Maroon Bells Outfitters at T Lazy 7 Ranch. Whether you want to try horseback riding for the first time with a short and relaxing ride, or you are looking for an exhilarating new adventure through the country, you will find both serenity and excitement. (click here)