A&E Agenda: Aug. 22-28

Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley & Stephen Marley performs at Belly Up Aspen, Aug. 22

Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, the multi-Grammy-winning Jamaican artist and youngest son of reggae icon Bob Marley, and his brother, Stephen Marley, eight-time Grammy Award-winning recording artist, will take the stage from 9-11:30 p.m., Aug. 22 at Belly Up Aspen. Marley is known for blending reggae roots with his own innovative sound and producing a high-energy performance. Belly Up Aspen is located at 450 S. Galena St. For tickets and more information, visit bellyupaspen.com/events/damian-marley.

Wine and Dine for Life will take place, Aug. 22

The Hoffberger family will present the annual Wine and Dine fundraiser for the Chris Klug Foundation 5-10 p.m., Friday, Aug. 22, on the scenic Three Peaks Patio at the Snowmass Club. Guests will enjoy a gourmet, three-course dinner expertly paired with fine wines, along with an open bar, decadent dessert bar, and dancing under the stars. The evening will honor the 2025 Chris Klug Foundation award recipients, who will share their inspiring stories of organ and tissue donation and transplantation. The event also features a silent auction, with all proceeds supporting the foundation’s mission to educate and inspire others to become registered organ, eye, and tissue donors. Individual tickets are $350, or reserve a table for $3,000. The Snowmass Club is located at 0239 Snowmass Club Circle. For more information and tickets, visit my.onecause.com/event/organizations/6eb7544e-f4f4-4ee4-b7c2-b3a166147c5.

The final Sunday at the Aspen Music Festival and School, Aug. 24

To celebrate the end of the Aspen Music Festival and School’s 2025 season, the Festival Orchestra will be performing Gustav Holst’s “The Planets,” and Grammy Award-winning pianist Yefim Bronfman will be performing Beethoven’s Piano Concert No. 5: “Emperor” at 4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 24, at the Klein Music Tent. For more information and tickets, visit aspenmusicfestival.com/events/calendar/aspen-festival-orchestra-08-24-2025.

David Attenborough’s 2025 film ‘OCEAN’ screening and reception, Aug. 26

Global Choices and Aspen Film will present an exclusive screening and reception of David Attenborough’s anticipated 2025 film, “OCEAN,” at 5 p.m. sharp on Tuesday, Aug. 26, at the ISIS Theatre, located at 406 E. Hopkins St. “OCEAN” delivers Attenborough’s powerful message of hope and discovery, highlighting the critical role oceans play in sustaining life on Earth. The evening begins with a live conversation with Global Choices co-founder Sally Ann Ranney and renowned National Geographic explorer, author, and lecturer Sylvia Earle, focusing on the need to protect the Central Arctic Ocean. General admission tickets are $10. For $50, guests can enjoy both the screening and an exclusive post-film reception from 7-8 p.m. at the Peter Lik Gallery, featuring wine, hors d’oeuvres, and a chance to bid in a silent auction for a signed copy of Attenborough’s book. For more information and tickets, visit aspenfilm.org/event/ocean-with-david-attenborough-2025.

Tickets for the 2025 Wheeler Presents Series fall and holiday line-up on sale

Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Wheeler Presents Series, bringing an exciting lineup of fall and holiday performances to Aspen’s iconic stage. This season’s highlights include performances by acclaimed comedian John Mulaney, a high-energy Bruce Springsteen tribute by Hank Azaria and the EZ Street Band, and a dazzling New Year’s Eve show with Las Vegas illusionist Jen Kramer. The series also features the soulful voice of Iris DeMent, the infectious pop of Arrival from Sweden — celebrating the music of ABBA — and the captivating stories of Mountainfilm on Tour. Wheeler insiders can purchase tickets starting at noon, Wednesday, Aug. 20. Sales open to the public at noon, Wednesday, Aug. 27. Book your seats online at aspenshowtix.com or at the box office, located at 320 E. Hyman.