Snowmass’ July event lineup

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Snowmass community traditions return as summer in the village hits full swing.
4th of July Celebration
Snowmass will celebrate the 4th of July from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Fanny Hill, according to a press release. The Spazmatics will return for a second consecutive year to perform live music beginning at 7:30 p.m. The celebration will also feature sweet treats, some of which will glow in the dark.
Americana Concert, July 5 and Aug. 2
Colorado bands will be playing at 7 p.m. on July 5 and Aug. 2 at Snowmass Mall’s Rock Garden Stage.
Ranch Week, July 7-12
Among a number of events during the week, Anderson Ranch supporters and community members will convene to honor Titus Kaphar, winner of the International Artist Award, at 7 p.m. July 10 at the Ranch Gala. A cocktail party will begin at 5 p.m. The annually-awarded recognition is given to globally renowned artists whose careers have had a profound impact on contemporary art and who have shown esteemed artistic achievement. Performances, conversations, and gatherings will fill the weekend.
COMEDY WKND!, July 11-13
National comedic talent will come to varying locations in Snowmass for the third annual COMEDY WKND! The event kicks off at 5:30 p.m. Friday at the New Belgium Ranger Station and will continue throughout the weekend. Local comedians will take stage alongside the national comics. Comedians Irene Tu, Jackie Tohn, Brittany Brae, and more will be featured.

Anderson Ranch Picnic and Auction, July 12
The Anderson Ranch will host a picnic and silent auction from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 12, featuring over 200 artworks by top contemporary and local artists. Proceeds will benefit Anderson Ranch educational programming. Live music and art-based activities will accompany the picnic and auction.
Triple Crown World Series, July 15
Opening ceremonies of a youth baseball series will be held at The Collective Snowmass from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on July 15, with spectator opportunities available throughout the week in Snowmass Village, Aspen, Basalt, Carbondale, and Glenwood Springs.
Audi Power of Four Trail Run, July 19
Elite and recreational athletes will convene for races across the four Aspen Snowmass mountains. The signature race is a 50k ultra marathon beginning at 6 a.m. at the Aspen Mountain upper Gondola Plaza, where runners will race across the four mountains on single track and dirt road. A 25k race will begin at 8 a.m. at Buttermilk Ski Resort’s Tiehack lift. A 10k will begin at 11 a.m. at Snowmass Ski Resort’s Elk Camp Restaurant.

Snowmass 50, July 26
Bikers will convene for multiple races across Snowmass single track. Individuals can compete in a 50-mile race beginning at 7 a.m. on Snowmass’ Fanny Hill and covering two loops of the area’s 25-mile single track, as well as a 25-mile, one-loop race, beginning at 7:05 a.m. Additionally, bikers can pair up and compete in the 50-mile race, where each biker completes one loop on the 25-mile single track. The team race also starts at 7 a.m. on Fanny Hill. The 25-mile loop featured in all races has 5,000 feet of ascent.
Snowmass Dog Wash, July 27
Dog-owners will can wash their dogs from noon to 2 p.m. at Snowmass Base Village on July 27. A local groomer and pet store will also offer free nail clippings and treats. Dog costumes and photo opportunities will be available.
Nearly 500,000 pounds of concrete dropped by helicopter for new Snowmass lift
Helicopters shouldn’t fly. That would be the takeaway if one was faced with a multi-ton Black Hawk — known by its owners as “The Lorax” — hovering overhead with 4,000 pounds of concrete in its grasp, its blades kicking up 35-mile-per hour winds and turning an otherwise pleasant summer morning into a violent, stick-ensued dust bowl.