
LOCAL EVENTS

LOCALS NIGHT - Lo_G @ Belly Up
It was a decade ago that Logan Garrison, better known as DJ Lo_G, first took the stage to spin sets for crowds in the snowy towns of Lake Tahoe and Aspen. Originally spinning sounds in the realm of glitch and bass music, he began to develop a passion for all things house as he returned to his hometown and hasn’t looked back since.

Peach Street Revival @ Belly Up
Peach Street Revival is a commanding, female-fronted rock band from Grand Junction, Colorado, delivering a massive, gritty sound that embodies the raw essence of rock ‘n’ roll. Their live performances are electrifying, pulling audiences into an unforgettable, immersive experience. With gritty riffs, soaring vocals, and thunderous drums, Peach Street Revival creates a sound that exudes defiant musical beauty—a bold and unapologetic force in modern rock.

Emotional Rescue @ Belly Up
Born out of Alma, CO Emotional Rescue is dedicated to delivering a spot-on tribute to the Rolling Stones. Formed in 2017 by Jr. (Mick) and Dean Misantoni (Keith), the seven-member ensemble reproduces the Stones’ iconic 1970s era with a little 1980s added in as well.

Dirtwire @ Belly Up
Dirtwire stands poised between ancient Mother Earth and modern technology, a blend of ethnomusicology and the psychedelic trance state, gut-bucket delta blues and what the band variously dubs “back-porch space cowboy blues, swamptronica, and electro-twang.”

An Evening with Lee Asher at the Wheeler
Lee Asher, founder of The Asher House, brings his inspiring journey of animal rescue and personal growth to the Wheeler Opera House stage. A leading figure in the animal rescue community, Lee has garnered a massive social media following of over 12 million people, using his platform to advocate for the voiceless.

Illusionist Leon Etienne at the Wheeler
Celebrate the Wheeler Opera House’s 139th birthday with the jaw-dropping illusions of Leon Etienne, star of “America’s Got Talent,” “Penn & Teller: Fool Us!,” “Masters of Illusion,” and “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.” Known for his grand illusions, award-winning sleight of hand, and hilarious audience interaction, Leon’s show is a 100% immersive experience perfect for the whole family.

The Velveteers @ Belly Up
The Velveteers bring a visceral energy to their explosive sophomore album, A Million Knives, loaded with blistering rock anthems infused with melodic indie songwriting. With GRAMMY® Award-winning producer Dan Auerbach at the helm, the Boulder, CO trio encapsulates the raw, forceful, and profoundly heavy power of their live performances and laser-focuses a spotlight on tightly crafted songs as they carve out their own distinctive niche.

Aspen Mountain Closing Party & After Party
Props to you for squeezing all you can out of this season. You could recycle that Highlands closing day costume, but extra points for a second ridiculous outfit. Top-to-bottom slush turns will most certainly be in order on Ajax on Sunday, April 20—and be ready to dance at the Sundeck and sip on bubbly from 11am-3:30pm. It’s officially Aspen Snowmass’ last day, might as well go for it.

Goldfish @ Belly Up
Before changing the Electronic Music game in South Africa as GoldFish, Dominic Peters and David Poole were mild-mannered students by day -that blew the roof off house parties by night. Their trail-blazing live show, which mixed tireless house beats with multiple live instrumental performances earned the attention of a swelling house and electronic music fan base.

Elk Camp Surf & Snow Beach Party
Snowmass has plenty of terrain above 10,000 feet, so the snow here lasts later into the season. If you like spring corn skiing and riding, this is your spot once the lower zones start to melt out. For a full end-of-season bash, check out the always-entertaining Elk Camp Surf & Snow Beach Party going down on the Saturday of Snowmass' closing weekend. Elk Camp will host a high-energy après party featuring live DJs and hot tubs. Skiers and snowboarders are invited to take on the pond skim challenge, or simply relax and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Music will be bumping until 4:45pm but skiers must ski down before 4:15pm, otherwise the gondola is available for downloading until 5pm. Not a skier? No problem! The Gondola is FREE for foot passengers after 12pm.

Red Bull Turn It Up Belly Up
Red Bull Turn It Up is coming to Aspen! Join us for epic, interactive B2B DJ battles where YOU vote who wins! Four notable DJs from across the country will be challenged with a surprise theme and must create the best mix according to that theme on the spot. The DJ that gets the crowd the most hyped will move on and get closer to becoming Red Bull Turn It Up Champion!

Elderbrook (DJ SET) @ Belly Up
A live phenomenon, multi-instrumentalist, producer and singer-songwriter Elderbrook has an innate flair for creating emotive music that explores the sensitive and introspective themes of identity and mental wellbeing.

Aspen Highlands Closing Day
The Aspen Highlands closing party is notorious for its riotous dance party at the base after the lifts officially close. But if you want to really do it right, arrive in costume and spend the whole day on the mountain.

Eleven212
Aspen Mountain's new outdoor mountaintop venue, Eleven212, is reimagining alpine revelry with a blend of mountain heritage and modern comfort. Formerly known as Beach Club, Eleven212 can be reached on foot or by skis to enjoy live music and DJ sets, stunning Elk Mountain views, a curated food and beverage menu, and a vibrant après atmosphere true to Aspen’s roots.

BoyWithUke @ Belly Up
BoyWithUke is finally awake. With Burnout–Charley Yang’s final album under the mysterious moniker that took him around the world from his bedroom–BoyWithUke is ready to trade in the mask and ukulele for a life fully on his own terms.

Easy Jim @ Belly Up
“Settle back easy, Jim…” The words of Robert Hunter in the song “Althea” seemed to fit the mold of the band when it began in the fall of 2018 . The laid back group of musicians from Gunnison and Crested Butte, Colorado found a common love for the music with one another and a desire to learn and perform the material.

The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical
Join Tony Award Nominee Joe Iconis (Be More Chill) and cast members of his incendiary new musical about Hunter S. Thompson as they present a sneak peek concert of songs and stories from the show, ahead of their 2025 summer run at Washington D.C.’s Signature Theatre, directed by Tony Award Winner Christopher Ashley.

AspenYouth Center Gala: Out of This World
Have you ever imagined a party that transcends the ordinary, where reality meets the cosmos in a galactic explosion of light, color, and joy? Picture this: an evening that catapults you into a universe of wonder, nostalgia, and infinite possibilities. As dusk settles and stars fill the sky, we invite you to Out of This World—a soirée that’s set to launch you on an unforgettable journey through time, space, and the uninhibited joy of rediscovering your inner child.

Eleven212
Aspen Mountain's new outdoor mountaintop venue, Eleven212, is reimagining alpine revelry with a blend of mountain heritage and modern comfort. Formerly known as Beach Club, Eleven212 can be reached on foot or by skis to enjoy live music and DJ sets, stunning Elk Mountain views, a curated food and beverage menu, and a vibrant après atmosphere true to Aspen’s roots.

Paint & Sip with Giles Round
Join the Aspen Art Museum on the Rooftop for Paint & Sip with Giles Round. Giles Round is a multidisciplinary artist based in London and St Leonards-on-Sea. His practice spans art, design, and architecture, often manifesting in long-term, open-ended projects where the exhibitions themselves serve as a dynamic medium.

AJ Lee & Blue Summit and The Fretliners
A double bill evening with AJ Lee & Blue Summit and The Fretliners.. Opening the evening, The Fretliners bring their award-winning sound and infectious energy, having won both the 2023 Telluride Bluegrass and Rockygrass competitions. Award-winning AJ Lee & Blue Summit, led by vocalist and mandolinist AJ Lee, with Jan Purat on fiddle and guitarists Scott Gates and Sullivan Tuttle, bring their innovative blend of bluegrass, country soul, and Americana performing songs from their acclaimed album, City of Glass.

Judy Collins at the Wheeler Opera House
Judy Collins, one of the most iconic voices in folk music, returns to the Wheeler Opera House in 2025. With over five decades of music history and a catalog of over 55 albums, Collins has captivated audiences with her stunning vocals and evocative songwriting. Known for her timeless renditions of classics like Both Sides Now and Send in the Clowns, Collins’ music continues to inspire generations. Her latest album, Spellbound (2022), showcases her original songwriting and earned a Grammy nomination for Best Folk Album. Fans can look forward to an evening filled with powerful performances and deep emotional resonance.

Buttermilk Mountain Closing Day (Bacon Day)
Join us for bacon creations by the Buttermilk Mountain Lodge in the plaza at 8:30am, and on-mountain bacon treats start at 10:30am, while supplies last. Buttermilk Mountain Lodge and the Cliffhouse will offer bacon specials throughout the day! A cost is associated with the lunches but all other bacon items are free while supplies last.

Aspen Highlands Closing Day
From first chair until the last call, the locals bring the party for this one. Mismatched costumes, snow blades, and thrifted sunglasses are a must across the entire mountain on Highlands’ closing day. Cloud Nine is sure to be popping, Merry-Go-Round will have specials and a DJ until 4pm (with rumors of a mechanical bull), and the Highlands Alehouse at the base of the mountain is the spot to be after you take your last Bowl lap of the year.

Ingrid Andress at Belly Up
When 4x GRAMMY nominee Ingrid Andress first wrote her new single “Footprints,” she had no intention of sharing it with the world. A stripped-back piano ballad penned for her younger siblings, the bittersweet but hopeful track drifts between self-aware confession and lovingly detailed storytelling as Andress offers up words of reassurance for making it through tough times.

Black Coffee at Belly Up
Black Coffee is a South African DJ, music producer and modern day renaissance man who has become one of the most prominent figures in global electronic music. Born Nkosinathi Maphumulo in Umlazi in Kwa-Zulu Natal, he began his career in music in the mid-1990s as a DJ and producer in South Africa. It wasn’t until 2003, however, that he released his debut album, a self-titled project that showcased his deep, soulful take on house music to the world.

The Spazmatics at Belly Up
The Spazmatics were born in the spring of 1983 when physics professor Kevin Stigwood of Alta Dena High in Thousand Oaks California, lost a debate over String Theory to an upstart pupil in front of the entire student body and faculty. As agreed to by both parties, the loser would have to do anything that the winner demanded, and the victorious prodigy demanded that Mr. Stigwood perform “She Blinded Me With Science” by Thomas Dolby during half-time at an upcoming state basketball championship game.

MANIA: The ABBA Tribute
Experience the unforgettable magic of ABBA as MANIA: The ABBA Tribute lights up the stage on their much-anticipated 2025 National USA Tour. Since its debut in 1999, MANIA has captivated global audiences, packing theaters and concert halls with a breathtaking tribute to the legendary Swedish pop group ABBA.

Old Crow Medicine Show at Belly Up
Old Crow Medicine Show is an American roots band known for their blend of traditional country, old-time string music, bluegrass, and folk. Formed in 1998 in Ithaca, NY, the band rose to prominence after being discovered by bluegrass legend Doc Watson. Their breakthrough came with the song “Wagon Wheel,” which became a platinum hit and has since become a modern American classic.

Matt Nathanson at Belly Up
Over his almost 30 year career, Matt Nathanson has evolved into one of the most applauded songwriters and engaging performers on the music scene today. His sixth studio album, Some Mad Hope, yielded his breakthrough multi-platinum hit “Come on Get Higher.” He followed up with Modern Love, a critically acclaimed album (PopMatters called it “the closest a pop album comes to perfection this year”) that garnered Nathanson two RIAA Gold Certified singles, “Faster” & “Run (featuring Sugarland)”.

Shakey Graves at Belly Up
Across his career, Shakey Graves—a.k.a. the performance moniker of Austin, Texas- born Alejandro Rose-Garcia—has intentionally created thrilling musical adventures tailored to each fan: burning CDs and putting them in personalized decorated bags; building intricate scavenger hunts that send fans in search of unique tapes; and Bandcamp-exclusive releases.