Spring Jam in Aspen- Big Events, Big Music Big Fun

Spring has officially sprung in Aspen and don’t miss this weekend of Spring Jam events presented by the Aspen/Snowmass Ski Resort and Bud Light.  This premier event is spread out over two weekends with free Bud Light Hi-Fi concerts, big air competitions, racing extreme events and terrain park boot camp lessons. 

Coming up for this weekend starting Friday March 25, see the unforgettable Big Air contest on Snowmass Mountain.  These local athletes love to fly and you’ll be amazing at how big these riders and skiers go off a 40ft. jump!   After you’ve witnessed these flying stunts, head to the base village for an après drink and some dinner.

At 8pm don’t miss the free concert- Pepper at the base of Aspen Mountain. Pepper is comprised of guitarist/vocalist Kaleo Wassman, bassist/vocalist Bret Bollinger and drummer Yesod Williams, formed in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii in 1997. Having grown up surfing on the island, it’s not a wonder that they would mix their rock “shock and ah” flare, along with their mellow island rhythm roots to create their own truly diverse sound.

Saturday March 26, 2011-
Get up to see the Fallen Friends Memorial event- teams of skiers and riders come to compete in the obstacle course of jumps, rails and park features- all proceeds benefit the fallen friends memorial fund. See full event schedule!
Sunset skiing is also going on Aspen Mountain! Extended gondola hours will let you ski till 6pm!  Then have dinner, drinks and dancing at the Sundeck!

There are so many events – check out the full schedule.  But a new event we have to tell you about is the Red Bull Buttercup on Buttermilk closing day April 3, 2011.  Don’t miss this snowboard jam contest that invites riders of all levels to come show off their most creative skills on a custom butter park. Only trick sequences that feature buttering will count and riders will be judged on style and creativity. Registration is only $20 and will take place on the day of the event.

Get to Aspen where we are celebrating spring! Stay at the Inn at Aspen and have ski-in ski-out accommodations to Buttermilk and be just minutes away from all the other ski resorts and Spring Jam action!  Book now and get free nights!

Sunset Skiing in Aspen-Spring Ahead with Extended Lift Hours, Parties and More!

Our blog post about a month ago highlighted the extended spring skiing hours at all Aspen/Snowmass ski resorts.  But now just to add an extra special something to the Spring Celebrations in Aspen, the ski company has announced Sunset Skiing! For all those extra minutes of beautiful sunshine at the end of the day you can now ski until 6pm on a handful of days throughout March and April!  Enjoy the gorgeous views, sunsets and on-mountain dining option! See other Spring Jam events!

• Thursday, March 17 – Buttermilk – Lifts open until 6 p.m.
  The Summit Express lift and the Buttermilk Terrain Park will be open until 6 p.m.  The theme will be St. Patrick’s Day. The Cliffhouse will be open for food and beverage options until 6 p.m. and then the party moves down to Bumps at Buttermilk Mountain Lodge. 
• Saturday, March 26 – Aspen Mountain – Silver Queen Gondola open until 6 p.m
  Lift served skiing/riding will continue until 6 p.m. and the party continues with the Sundeck Moonlight Dinner, featuring dinner and drink specials and live music starting at 5:30 p.m.  The last download is at 9:30 p.m. 
• Friday, April 1 – Snowmass – Lifts open until 6:30 p.m.
  Village Express, Big Burn, Coney Glade and the Snowmass Terrain Park will be open until 6:30 p.m. The Cirque will run until 6 p.m. conditions permitting. Sam’s Smokehouse will host a party from 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. and then the party will head down to Sneaky’s Tavern in Snowmass Base Village. The event theme is April Fool’s Day Luau. 
• Friday, April 8 – Aspen Mountain – Silver Queen Gondola open until 6 p.m.
  Lift served skiing/riding will continue until 6 p.m. and the party continues with the Sundeck Moonlight Dinner, featuring dinner and drink specials and live music starting at 5:30 p.m.  The last download is at 9:30 p.m. 
• Saturday, April 16 – Aspen Highlands – Lifts open until 6:30 p.m.
  Exhibition and Loge lifts will be open until 6:30 p.m. and Highland Bowl will be open until 5 p.m.  The Merry-Go-Round will be open until 6:30 p.m.

Closing Days at the Aspen Ski Resorts

Due to a late Easter this spring, Aspen/Snowmass will have one of its longest seasons to date.  Aspen Highlands will stay open for three more weeks than usual through April 24, providing guests more time to experience spring skiing in Aspen/Snowmass.  Sunny days, spring powder, live music and après parties will keep the 2010-2011 season going longer than ever. 

Stay with us at the Inn at Aspen and have ski-in ski-out lodging till closing day of Buttermilk, then be only minutes away from incredible spring skiing at Aspen, Highlands and Snowmass!

Aspen On the Cheap- Spring Savings and Deals

A trip to Aspen obviously has its luxuries but many of them can be done on the cheap or with added activity benefits.  One of the best times to do this is Spring in Aspen.  While you are enjoying the mild weather, incredible rays of sunshine, spectacular scenery, the food, the nightlife get some stuff for free, find some awesome deals and save some money too-

So What Does Spring in Aspen Have to Offer?

1. Apres Specials and Live Music at Sneaky’s Tavern
   Enjoy daily après drink specials and live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Also, don’t miss $5 Fridays, $5 well drinks, and Sangria Saturdays, $6 red or white sangria. New hours of operation: 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Snowmass Base Village
2. Free Yoga For Skiers at the Sundeck: Daily, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Complimentary yoga at the top of Aspen Mountain at the Sundeck. Must have a valid lift ticket to load the gondola. For more information, call 310-658-0080. Aspen Mountain see more on yoga...
3. Coupons Coupons and Coupons! Pick up an Aspen Times or an Aspen Daily News and get the current deals around town!  
4. More Hours of Skiing: Spring Extended Lift Hours.  The Aspen/Snowmass ski resorts are letting  specific lifts run for 30 minutes more each day! How many more runs can you get in that 30 mins?  Read the full post for lift details...
5. Mardi Gras in Snowmass: Mardi Gras March 8, 2011 in the Snowmass Village Mall is a great way to celebrate this southern tradition for cheap. Nonstop action all day long, including King Cake giveaways (1:00 pm), a bead and prize throw (3pm), crawdad boils, live music, a crazy costumed parade (4pm) and mask-making and face painting for kids (1-3pm).
6. Spring Ski-In Ski-Out Lodging Deals! Get in all the spring skiing, sunshine and apres you can stand and do it for cheap without sacrifice when you stay with us at the Inn at Aspen.  We are Buttermilk Ski Resort's (home of the Winter X Games) only ski in ski out hotel.  Get up in the morning walk out the door and get on the lift. That easy!  And our current Spring lodging deals will make you a happy camper! 

Don't Miss out on the beginning of Spring in Aspen!