The Ultimate Guide To The Roaring Fork Valley
Mason & Morse

Summer Events

Whether it is thrill-seeking adventure you’re after or a relaxing float, the Roaring Fork Valley has it all. With three nearby rivers to choose from, if you’re looking for fun, our local waters are the place to be.

The water levels on the Roaring Fork River are mainly controlled by spring run off, so the time for high water rafting is in spring or early summer. Later in the summer, you can enjoy the Middle Roaring Fork River via inflatable kayaks (aka “Duckies”). The Middle section begins just 15 miles from Aspen and winds 6 miles through the valley floor, featuring beautiful scenery, wildlife and exceptional whitewater. The Roaring Fork River meanders through the valley from Independence Pass until it empties into the Colorado River.

Featured

Carbondale Clay Center
135 Main Street, Carbondale
(970) 963-2529
www.carbondaleclay.org
A non-profit organization that is committed to helping kids and families explore the world through the magic of creation. Offers summer camps, classes, lectures, programs, activities and more.

Ongoing Summer Events

Aspen Art Museum
590 North Mills Street, Aspen
(970) 925-8050
www.aspenartmuseum.org
World class art exhibitions. Lectures, free Fridays tours and special events throughout the year.

Aspen Saturday Market
Hopkins Avenue, Aspen
(970) 920-5000
www.aspenpitkin.com
A summer highlight in downtown Aspen. Fabulous farmers market and craft fair from mid-June through mid-October.

Aspen Music Festival and School
2 Music School Road, Aspen
(970) 925-9042 www.aspenmusicfestival.com
Musical events including opera, choral, symphony and family concerts in the ‘Music Tent”. Summer music classes for kids are very popular.

Aspen FilmFest
110 E. Hallam Street, Aspen
(970) 925-6882
www.aspenfilm.org
A year round organization featuring film festivals, a film series and several educational classes as well.

Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES)
100 Puppy Smith Street, Aspen
(970) 925-5756
www.aspennature.org
Located in the heart of downtown Aspen, this 25-acre Nature Preserve offers year round programs for all ages! Summer camps, hikes, snowshoe tours and activities.

Aspen Parks & Recreation
110 E. Hallam Street, Aspen
(970) 920-5140
www.aspenrecreation.org
Offers year round programs, including popular summer camps, hikes, classes and much more.

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
0245 Sage Way, Aspen
(970) 925-7175 www.aspensantafeballet.com
World-class performances, classes and education for all ages.

Snowmass Western Heritage Association
Snowmass Rodeo Grounds
(970) 923-8898
www.snowmassrodeo.org
A non-profit organization which helps maintain and preserve the heritage of the West.

Anderson Ranch Arts Center
5263 Owl Creek Road, Snowmass
(970) 923-3181
www.andersonranch.org
Offers workshops, lectures, exhibitions, children’s summer classes and much more  

Thunder River Theater Company
67 Promenade, Carbondale
(970) 963-8200 www.thunderrivertheatre.com
This expanding theatre provides a new and exciting dimension to the arts in Carbondale. Offers classes, summer camps and various productions throughout the year.

Wyly Community Arts Center
255 Gold Rivers Court, Basalt
(970) 927-4123
www.wylyarts.org
Year round programs for both youth and adults. Offers classes, book art workshops, community collaborations and exhibitions.

Carbondale Parks & Recreation
511 Colorado Avenue, Carbondale
(970) 963-2733
www.carbondalegov.org
Offers a variety of summer and winter classes, programs and activities for all ages.

Carbondale Clay Center
135 Main Street, Carbondale
(970) 963-2529
www.carbondaleclay.org
A non-profit organization that is committed to helping kids and families explore the world through the magic of creation. Offers summer camps, classes, lectures, programs, activities and more.

Gus Darien Riding & Rodeo Area
1151 County RD 100, Carbondale
(970) 963-0923
www.carbondalegov.org
A Rodeo in the summer and an ice skating arena in the winter. This summer usually June-August, Thursday night comes alive at the Rodeo in Carbondale. Competitions, shows, music, food and drinks!

Carbondale Council of Arts & Humanities
645 Main St., Carbondale
(970) 963-1680
www.ccah.org
The impact that CCAH makes on the community is significant. They coordinate a number of programs and events around art, music and other performances.