Snowmass unveils 2026 summer event lineup

Snowmass last week released its summer event lineup, chalk full of town classics and featuring never-before-seen events.

Between June and October 2026, the town will once again see traditions like the rodeo, free concert series, and Oktoberfest, as well as various races, art and culinary festivals, and community celebrations, a press release states.

“The Summer 2026 event lineup is designed to support consistent visitation while showcasing the experiences that make Snowmass unique,” Snowmass Tourism Director Julia Theisen said in the release. “With a mix of weekly programming and marquee events, the calendar helps drive travel throughout the season, support local businesses, and create meaningful experiences for both visitors and the community.” 

Summer 2026 Event Lineup 

New events:

Mountainside Music Festival: June 11–13

Debuting for the first time this summer, the free Mountainside Music Festival will be held on Fanny Hill Stage. The festival, running on three consecutive evenings, will feature openers, headliners, and vendors. Bands have not yet been announced, but attendees can expect “mixed genres, including folk/pop, country, and alternative.”

The Tough Draw Tour: Aug. 21–22

Elite professional bull riders will descend on the town for a “pivotal stop” in the inaugural Tough Draw Tour. Hosted at the Snowmass Rodeo Grounds, the event is the final regular season stop before the bull riders head to the Tour Championship, battling for a share of the $50,000 prize money. 

Staple events:

Ragnar Trail Colorado: June 5–6

This scenic trail race returns for its final time to Snowmass, beginning and ending at Snowmass Town. Teams of eight compete in the relay-style event, running course loops varying from easy to difficult over a 24-hour period.

Snowmass Rodeo: June 17 to Aug. 19

The Snowmass Rodeo returns for its 52nd year. The Western tradition will return Wednesday nights at 7 p.m., complete with cowboys and cowgirls competing in barrel riding, saddle bronc, bull riding, and more. Doors open for a barbeque dinner at 5 p.m.

Snowmass Free Concert Series: June 18 to Aug. 20

Another Snowmass staple returns to this year, bringing free tunes to the village. The concert series will be held every Thursday at Fanny Hill, bringing music genres including rock, alternative, Latin, blue grass, and more. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Music begins at 6:30 p.m.

Summer Block Party: June 20

Snowmass’ Summer Block party will run from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Snowmass Mall, including “summer styles and specials, live music, entertainment, and kid’s activities.”

Elk Camp Gondola: June 21

With the return of summer to Snowmass will come the opening of the Elk Camp Gondola, providing access to Snowmass Ski Resort’s Lost Forest, Elk Camp Restaurant, Snowmass Bike Park, and 90-plus miles of Snowmass trails. 

Snowmass Rendezvous: June 27

The 10th annual Snowmass Rendezvous returns in late June, bringing “endless games, bottomless adult beverages, tastings, and live music” to the lawn at Snowmass Base Village.

Fourth of July Celebration: July 4

Snowmass will celebrate Independence Day with a free, Spazmatics concert on Fanny Hill. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. 

Ranch Week: July 13–18

Anderson Ranch supporters and community members will have a chance to celebrate the ranch and the recipient of the International Artist Award, given annually to “globally recognized artists who demonstrate the highest level of artistic achievement and whose careers have fundamentally influenced contemporary art.”

Plein Air Art Festival: Aug. 8–9

Twenty artists will spend four days in Snowmass painting “the natural beauty and splendor in and around the village” for the festival’s sixth consecutive year.

JAS Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Experience: Sept. 4–6

Three days of open-air performances will come to Snowmass Town Park, with 2026 acts still to be announced. 

Snowmass Balloon Festival: Sept. 25–27

The three-day Snowmass Balloon Festival will return this September for its 51st year, bringing hot air balloons to Snowmass Town park. 

Other events: 

• Aspen Gran Fondo: June 27
• Ice Cream Social: July 2
• COMEDY WKND!: July 10–12
• Triple Crown World Series: July 14
• Anderson Ranch Picnic and Auction: July 18
• Audi Power of Four Trail Run: July 18
• Snowmass Dog Wash: July 19
• Audi Snowmass 50 Mountain Bike Race: July 25
• Heritage Fire: Aug. 1
• Snowmass Tree-O: Aug. 7–8
• The Mane Event: Aug. 23
• Axes & Arms Walk: Sept. 11
• Snowmass Wine Festival: Sept. 19
• Mad Hatter Community Affair: Sept. 19
• Golden Leaf Half Marathon: Sept. 26
• Snowmass Oktoberfest: Sept. 26–27
• Snowmass Community Picnic: Oct. 3

Ongoing summer events:

• The Collective Snowmass events, hosted daily from June through September
• Aspen Center for Environmental Studies Guided Hikes, hosted daily from June to August, and on weekends in September
• ICE Age Explorer Tours, hosted on Fridays from June through September