HAPPY HOLIDAYS FRIENDS!

Our favorite winter season opened last week with 3 feet of new snow!! I hurried back last Saturday, but you know the locals, no deep powder left on Aspen Mountain but there was plenty of gorgeous “corduroy” groomed slopes which is perfect to get the legs ready for the next storm! Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk Mountains will be opening Saturday, December 14th.

This is a very joyous month with picture postcard beauty. There is nothing that quite says Christmas/Hanukkah/New Year’s than the glistening snow beauty with red, green and white lights. We are so thankful for our longtime friends, clients and feel so blessed to call Aspen our home. Enjoy all the wonderful events and joyous activities this holiday season!

REAL ESTATE UPDATE

Yes, we’ve seen crazy sold prices on numerous off market property and rising per square footage prices on listings in the MLS. With the change of administration in Washington, we generally think our market this winter could skyrocket, especially on the exceptional properties.

Supply and Demand is always the issue with real estate product in Aspen, hence the insane off market sales at numbers over $7,000 per sq feet. Note, the number of sales drops while the prices rise. Jeff Bezos bought a home on lower Red Mountain for his parents years ago- guess he was a visionary on real estate too!

Aspen local Klaus Obermeyer turns 105

Our very dear Klaus Obermeyer-the man who invented so many incredible skiing clothing we take for granted-both in utility and beauty- just celebrated his 105th birthday!!!

Klaus Obermeyer represents the pioneering face — and heart — of skiing. His lifelong passion for the sport led him to innovate much-needed gear during skiing’s infancy. Now, at age 105, his positivity and contributions continue to ripple throughout the industry.

(CLICK HERE FOR ARTICLE)

RESTUARANT UPDATES

Jimoto opened and has been an immediate hit. The tiny counter-service spot dishes out hot ramen and five types of oozing soup dumplings, as well as poke bowls. (CLICK HERE)

CP Restaurant Group Builds on Its Winning Formula. The largest local restaurant group in Aspen announces opening of the Red Onion in 2025 and a new concept where Almresi was. (CLICK HERE)

ASPEN SNOWMASS HOLIDAY EVENTS

Wintersköl

December 12-15, 2024 | Around town and on mountain

Wintersköl, Aspen’s annual “toast to winter,” dates back to a quiet January in 1951 when locals chose to commemorate Aspen's distinctive mountain way of life with a diverse weekend of events.

Join the locals for a four-day celebration featuring on-mountain activities, concerts, a craft beer fest, Soupsköl, a torchlight descent down Aspen Mountain, a bonfire and fireworks.

(CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES)

75th Warren Miller Film Tour 12/14/2024

Stacked with unbelievable action and unexpected stories, Warren Miller’s 75 will bring fans to powder stashes and chutes around the world, CLICK HERE

Retro Films with Aspen Historical Society 12/12/2024

Come in your ski gear or get out your retro fits and come in costume to get in the winter spirit! CLICK HERE

Rio Grande Park - World Snow Polo Championship

12/18-12/19/2024

One of the world's top snow polo tournaments and the final stop on the World Polo Tour. CLICK HERE

The Little Nell Jazz Cafe Nights | Sundays and Thursdays | through March

Wine, dine, and unwind with live jazz music. Partnered with Jazz Aspen Snowmass. CLICK HERE

THE SNOW LODGE WINTER MUSIC SERIES

From your favorite DJ to larger headliners, this season packs the ultimate talent in Aspen at the St. Regis. CLICK HERE

THEATRE ASPEN

Two shows at the Hotel Jerome Ballroom: “Dreaming of A White Christmas Cabaret,” and the family show, “Once Upon a Time: Whimsical Wintertime Tales” CLICK HERE

LITTLE NELL POWDER CAT TOURS

SNOWMOBILING TOURS

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

SNOWMASS MTN - ELK CAMP TUBING

HIT THE ICE!

For the ice skating enthusiasts, there’s the outdoor

Silver Circle Rink in town, located near the base of Ajax Mountain. Afterward, head to The Little Nell for a mug of their famous hot chocolate (no powered cocoa and whipped cream from a can here).

We hope this season is full of gratitude and grace!

Wishing you a blessed holiday and a very Happy New Year!

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