Aspen, Colorado

The crown jewel of Colorado, Aspen is home to the Maroon Bells, one of the most photographed mountain peaks in North America. As a cultural "outpost" famed for its embrace of the arts, Aspen is a small town with big city artistic appeal. What’s more, its clean mountain air will encourage attendees to get outside and enjoy the natural beauty surrounding them. When planning your Aspen meeting or event, consider spring, early summer or fall, all great value seasons for groups when the weather and rates are attractive and inviting.

1.  Bucket List Destination. The crown jewel of Colorado, Aspen Aspen is one of those places that everyone longs to see. It’s truly a unique diamond nestled in the rough of the Rocky Mountains that has a knack for bringing big city experiences to visitors in a way that defies ordinary. Often described as “breathtaking” and “exhilarating,” Aspen is a must-see destination!

2. Experience "The Aspen Idea." In the late 1940s, skiing arrived in Aspen, as did modern day founders Walter and Elizabeth Paepcke. With a vision for the community that focused on mind, body, and spirit, the Paepckes helped Aspen begin a civic and cultural renaissance - one that continues to this day. Groups can incorporate the Aspen Idea into their meetings and teambuilding, or take advantage of the Leadership Fundamentals program offered through the Aspen Institute.

3. Free city and airport transportation. Aspen has an extensive free city bus system that encompasses the Aspen airport, located just ten minutes from downtown where hotels and meeting venues are located. Aspen’s meeting and event hotels also offer complimentary, on-demand shuttles throughout the city limits and to the Aspen airport. Groups and meetings will save on transportation costs by walking or utilizing the free bus system to access shopping, dining and post-meeting activities.

4. Experience Arts and Culture. Aspen is home to its own contemporary Aspen Art Museum, Theatre Aspen, the Aspen Music Festival & School, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet, Aspen Filmfest, Jazz Aspen Snowmass, the FOOD & Wine Classic and many more cultural offerings. Aspen hosts numerous events throughout the year, including live music for all tastes, art openings and lectures by talented individuals from all over the world.

5. Planning Services. Aspen Chamber Resort Association is the best first point of contact when considering Aspen, Colorado for a meeting, incentive, or event. Aspen Chamber Resort Association partners with clients to source hotels and venues; provide destination resources; organize and host site visits and fam trips; and provide booking incentives and event support for group business. Your partners at Aspen Chamber Resort Association work as an extension of you and your team to make it as easy as possible to plan your program in Aspen.

Discover Aspen for your next meeting or event. Contact the good folks at www.aspenchamber.org for more information.