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Ride for the Pass
May 19, 2012
Aspen, CO

A Race and Recreational Ride from the Winter Gate on Highway 82 to the Independence Ghost Town ten miles east. An elevation gain of 2,000' from 9,400' to 11,400'. Details.
Aspen Cycling Festival
May 19-20, 2012 | 8:30 AM
Aspen

Saturday- a charity bike race/recreational ride to benefit the Independence Pass Foundation.
Sunday- fast paced, energy packed bicycle race runs at speeds of 28 mph and higher around a .9 mile track with sharp curves on road bikes. Details.
9th Annual Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Festival
Jun 8, 2012
Fanny Hill- Snowmass Mountain

2012Kick Off Your Summer On A High Note!The 9th Annual Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Fest combines three fiery components into one smokin' weekend, June 8 and 9th, 2012.The International Chili Society will hold chili competitions and tastings, while microbrewers face off in a prestigious summer ale competitions with brew sampling sessions for festival-goers. Details.
Aspen Eco Fest 2012
June 8th - 10th, 2012
downtown Aspen

ASPEN ECO FEST 2012 will feature exciting and interactive events to include the ECO MARKETPLACE, full of vendors with their green products available. A weekend packed with food, art, crafts, fashions, fun, fun and more fun! Details.
Outside in Aspen Triathlon
June 9, 2012
Aspen Recreation Center

This is the perfect triathlon for beginner triathletes looking for a unique challenge and seasoned racers wanting to compete on a short, but challenging course.The triathlon is a USAT sanctioned event. Details.
Ride The Rockies
June 9-15, 2012
Gunnison, CO
The 27th annual tour will feature 5 scenic mountain passes, 2 national parks, 1 century option and 24,937 vertical ft. over the course of 6 days and 442 miles. Details.
Colorado Renaissance Festival
JUNE 9 - JULY 29, 2012
Larkspur, CO
Over 500 years of family fun awaits all that enter the realm of the Colorado Renaissance Festival, where pleasures reign and merrymaking is the rule! Details.
Snowmass Rodeo
June 13th - August 15th, 2012
Snowmass Village Rodeo Grounds

Celebrating its 39th season, the Snowmass Rodeo is the oldest continuously running community rodeo in Colorado. Authentic western fun for the whole family includes cowboys and cowgirls showing their daring skills in bull riding, team roping, barrel racing and bronco riding. Lil’ buckaroos can compete in the calf scramble and in mutton bustin’. Details.
Food & Wine Classic in Aspen 2012
Thursday-Saturday, June 15-17, 2012
Various locations in Aspen

Celebrating 30 years. Celebrity chefs, renowned wine experts, parties and the famous Grand Tasting Pavilion-together in one breathtaking setting. For details, click here.
The Avon Walk Rocky Mountains
June 23-24, 2012
Summit, CO
Take in fresh mountain air and unparalleled views of the surrounding Rockies — and enjoy stunning view of the peaks, lakes, and majestic vistas as you walk along trails and paths that link the historic ski towns of Keystone and Breckenridge. Details.
Aspen Music Festival
June 28, 2012
Aspen, CO

Each summer since 1949, the world’s most accomplished and promising musicians have made a pilgrimage to Aspen. They come not only to perform, but also to teach, to learn and to be renewed. This year, Music Director David Zinman leads 750 student musicians, as well as 200 guest artists and artist-faculty members through a glorious summer of camaraderie and music. Details.
Snowmass Half and Half Charity Run
June 30, 2012
Snowmass Village Mall

There are steep climbs and sharp descents at altitude, but runners/walkers will be rewarded with spectacular views from far above the Town of Snowmass. Details.
Old Fashioned 4th of July
July 4, 2012
Aspen

Aspen celebrates Independence Day with a whimsical twist. Approximately 20,000 local residents and visitors come together to honor the nation’s birthday in true American style. Details.
Aspen Valley Marathon
July 7th, 2012
Wagner Park

The marathon event will run from Wagner Park in Aspen to Lions park in Basalt along the Rio Grand trail. The half marathon runs from Jaffe Junior Park in Woody Creek to Basalt following the beautiful paved Rio Grand Trail. The 5k will start and finish at Lions park in Basalt. Maximum of 500 runners. Details.
Snowmass Culinary & Arts Festival
July 19, 2012
Snowmass Village Mall

2012The Snowmass Culinary & Arts Festival brings foodies, wine connoisseurs, and art lovers alike together in a premiere visual and delectable feast. Details.
Downtown Aspen Art Festival
July 28th & 29th, 2012
Wagner Park

Showcasing an all-star line-up of the nation’s finest artists, the Downtown Aspen Art Festival will provide you an exclusive opportunity to experience a broad range of phenomenal creations ranging from life-size sculptures, photography, glass, paintings, ceramics, one-of-a-kind jewelry, and mixed media. Details.
Vince Gill & Amy Grant Golf Classic
July 30 & 31, 2012
Aspen, CO

Join Grammy© Award winning hosts Vince Gill & Amy Grant, PGA Pro Fred Funk and special guest Edwin McCain in "following through" for Challenge Aspen at the 9th Annual Vince Gill & Amy Grant Golf Classic Details.
Aspen/Snowmass Ride for the Cure
August 18, 2012
Wagner Park

The Aspen/Snowmass Ride for the Cure® is a fundraising event first, and a bike ride second. Registration includes a commitment by each Rider to raise at least $100. We provide easy online fundraising tools, including your own personal donation page. Details.
USA Pro Cycling Challenge
August 23, 2012
Vail Village

The USA Pro Cycling Challenge brings world class cycling and cyclists to Colorado and the Vail Valley. Details.
A Taste of Colorado
August 31 - September 3, 2012
Denver, CO

Festival of Mountain and Plain ... A Taste of Colorado stands proud as the end-of-summer celebration of community pride and spirit in the Denver region. Details.
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