Highlands & Buttermilk Closing Days, First Friday and More!

There is no question that Aspen Highlands goes buck-wild on closing day, but Buttermilk brings their A-game as well. Here's a look at all the closing day festivities taking place this weekend at Buttermilk and Aspen Highlands, as well as everything else going on this weekend at a safe distance.

Buttermilk Closing Weekend Events

Red Bull Homerun - Saturday, April 7
The concept is easy: Sprint for your skis or your snowboard, throw yourself down the marked course and finish at this year's biggest apres ski party. The after party at Bumps will feature music by DJ Naka G and DJ DC.

Bacon Appreciation Day - Sunday, April 8
In celebration of Buttermilk’s closing day, the mountain hosts an annual Bacon Appreciation Day featuring a schedule of all things bacon including bacon waffles at the Cliffhouse starting at 9am, bacon doughnuts from ColoraDough at 10:30am, bacon samplers around the mountain from 11am - it runs out. Face painting, kid’s games, a bacon and beer happy hour at Bumps restaurant from 2-4pm.

The Fueled by Bacon Sizzle Up - Sunday, April 8
An uphilling event in conjunction with Bacon Appreciation Day. Start at the base of Buttermilk at 8am (day-of registration starts at 7:30am). The uphill ends at the Cliffhouse. Register online at: https://conta.cc/2pLaLZZ

Aspen Highlands Closing Day - Sunday, April 8

Highlands Closing Party 2018
Aspen DJs, Milagro Tequila, Reyka Vodka and Highland Ale House are bringing back the biggest party in the Year! 10am-8pm

Highland Bowl Gathering
The Ski Patrol at Aspen Highlands has a closing day tradition of hiking up to the top of Highland Bowl and hosting an informal BBQ (weather permitting).

Highlands Closing After Party with The Spazmatics
80's rocker band returns with favorites "Come on Eileen," "Video Killed the Radio Star," and "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun"… all played in the key of nerd! 9pm doors. $25 GA / $40 Reserved.

Other Roaring Fork Valley Events - April 6 - 8

ASPEN

Friday, April 6

Sunset Skiing and Sundeck Apres Party
Ski Ajax Mountain until the sun sets, then head up to the Sundeck for a party, presented by Goslings Rum, until 9:30 pm. Hang out at the Sundeck after your day of skiing/riding or purchase a $10 foot pass to ride the Silver Queen Gondola after 4 pm for après-ski drink specials, food and live entertainment.

Aspen ShortsFest 2018 - April 3-8
Shortsfest has been referred to as “the crown jewel” of Aspen Film’s trifecta of festivals, in large part due to its rich history and the fact that it boasts having had notable filmmakers like Sean Baker, Damien Chazelle, Sarah Polley, Jason Reitman and Lucy Walker presenting films and conversations.

First Friday at Maker and Place
March's First Friday at Aspen's Maker and Place features Anna Trzebinski, drinks, screen printing, late night shopping hours, vendors, and small bites. Aprils's First Friday brings The Sol to Maker and Place. The Sol , a local duo, will be performing an acoustic jazz, soul set. We will also have drinks, late night shopping hours, and small bites.

The Snowball Party
A pop-up social adventure. 6:30-10pm.

Perrin's 40th Birthday Disco Inferno at Jimmy's
DJ Folami will be playing Disco starting at 9:30 in the dining room and we will celebrate 40 years of Perrin! 1978 was a great year - STAYING ALIVE Costume Encouraged!

Missio w/ Morgan Saint at Belly Up
Austin electronic duo whose single "Middle Fingers" off their 2017 debut full-length "Loner" peaked at #9 on Billboard's Alternative Songs chart. Played at Firefly + Lollapalooza.

Mood Swing at Home Team BBQ
Mood Swing brings jazz, funk fusion to Home Team this Friday for #FridayNightLive

Saturday, April 7

Aspen Parkun - Weekly Free 5k
Every Saturday at 8am, test yourself against the clock in this free timed 5k run. Start at the Aspen Recreation Center.

Aspen Ute Foundation Annual Pow-wow
Join the NACP in Aspen this April 7th for the Annual Pow-Wow, in downtown Aspen. There will be dancers from several tribes. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate to celebrate American Indian culture in Aspen.

Sunday, April 8

Aspen Choral Society Spring Concert
Aspen Choral Society has been presenting concerts for 40 Years! To mark this milestone, we offer a concert entitled "Catastrophes & Courage." First will be Schumann's Piano Quintet, followed by 4 powerful choral pieces of epic disaster and human strength. Taking place at The Wheeler Opera House at 7 PM. Advance Tickets are available through Aspen Show Tix.

Riverbend Reunion at Home Team BBQ
Riverbend Reunion's classic, gritty in your face sound derives from the hills of Tennessee and the mountains of North Carolina. A high energy jam band with a southern rock core featuring elements of the psychedelic.

Ecstatic Dance at Aspen Shakti
Ready to try something completely out of the box? Something that’ll get you seriously sweaty, empty out your aggro, pump your productivity, boost your joy, and leave you peacefully still? Ecstatic Dance is free form, conscious movement. It is an invigorating mind-body practice of uncensored spontaneous dance for normal people just like you who love to dance.

SNOWMASS VILLAGE

Friday, April 6

Free CPR/AED Training at Snowmass Rec
5:30-8:30pm.

Saturday, April 7

Karaoke with Sandman at Slow Groovin BBQ
9pm-close.

BASALT

Friday, April 6

Music at the Library: Jazz, Folk, Minimalism
The Daniel Bennett Group, led by saxophonist, composer, Daniel Bennett, will perform a jazz concert at Basalt Regional Library as a part of their Colorado tour to promote their latest album, ‘Sinking houseboat Confusion’.

Hip-Hop Dance Workshop at TAC
Dance, bounce, shake, slide, grind, pop and sweat in this beginner level workshop while learning a routine inspired by Channing Tatum and the Magic Mike choreography.

The Taylor Scott Band at The Temporary
Taylor Scott is an international touring guitarist/singer/songwriter based in Denver, Colorado. He has consistently toured all over the US, Canada, and Europe with both the Taylor Scott Band and blues legend Otis Taylor.

The Risan Project at Stubbies
Get down with live music by socially-conscious funk, jazz, world, hip-hop band, Salem, along with Absinthe Films' TurboDojo and free door prizes from partners in the outdoor and cannabis industries.

Saturday, April 7

Drop in DIY Crafts at the Library

Book Babies at the Library

Play-Ground Theatre: Professor Big Brain's Time Travel Experiment
Join the highly intelligent, loveable and goofy scientist, Professor Big Brain at the Temporary in Willits as he travels back through time into the prehistoric world of the Stink Foot. The professor's motto is "Learning makes life an adventure!"

Sunday, April 8

Kodak's Point and Shoot Workshop
A hands-on experience at The Temporary that will change the way you look at film!

Art, Healing & Hope at The Art Base
Experience the power of community in an art class designed for healing, alleviating stress and decompressing while having fun!

Walt Smith and Special Guests at The Temporary
An afternoon of classic jazz with some of Colorado's best jazz artists including: Walt Smith on piano, Kathy Morrow singing, Mark Gray on bass, Tim Fox on horn, and Chris Goplerud on drums.

CARBONDALE

First Friday, April 6

Living a Spiritual Year
This will be the beginning of an artistic study offered for our community throughout the year: An invitation to explore the mystery of our inner human soul relationship to the seasons and festivals through the language of color, form, singing and nature observations.

Pro Tem Gallery Opening
Come April, the Carbondale Clay Center will open its doors to an exciting fusion of art and technology created by two local artists, Matthew Eames and Jay Phillips. The two have created a dual exhibition called Pro Tem, named aptly for the Latin phrase meaning "for the time being". The exhibition is inspired by impermanence throughout time and is combined with the often-ephemeral nature of art.

Yaa Samar! Dance Theatre
YSDT is a collaborative dance company operated out of New York City and Palestine.

Carbondale's Spring Into Wellness First Friday
Join in the Celebration of Healthy Eating and Active Living in Carbondale, CO. Showcasing wellness practitioners and businesses who support the health and well-being of our community.

Jack Dagger World Champion Knife Thrower at TKD
An exlusive knife throwing seminar at PRO-TKD Martial Arts Center in City Market Plaza. $80 includes throwing knife. $58 just for the seminar. Call 970-963-2685 for more information or register online at protkdmac.com.

Inner Check-In with Deva Shantay
Discover your purpose, cultivate your gifts, and nourish your soul.

DJ Benny at Batch
RFBC Anniversary beer on tap as well as special First Friday infusions. Win tickets to the anniversary party. Prize Drawings for git certificates, bombers and more!

First Friday at The Marble Bar
Featuring Jeff Crosby. Born and raised in Idaho, Jeff has been sharing his unique perspective of Americana throughout the US and beyond for the past decade. His songs and stories paint a picture of the hardships and beauty of being raised and living in small town America, to five years living in a shoe box apartment off Sunset Blvd in Los Angeles CA. No cover.

Echo Monday at Carbondale Beer Works
Echo Monday comes to Carbondale Beer Works for First Friday playing 90's to modern rock/alternative tunes. No cover charge to be had.

Whiskey Stomp at The Black Nugget
Alright 'bonedale, get down to the Black Nugget for your 1st Friday Spring groove fix with Whiskey Stomp!! Random costumes and righteous indulgence encouraged!!

Sunday, April 8

Astrology Talk on the Outer Planets
Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto, and what to expect in the next five years.

The 7 Acupressure Points for Detoxification
The 7 Acupressure Points for Detoxification – with and without Tuning Forks is an interactive workshop. You will learn how to detoxify your body, boost your immune system, enhance mental clarity, flush out toxins, and more.

GLENWOOD SPRINGS

Friday, April 6

Art Class at Glenwood Toys and Gifts
Mommy and Me ( ages 3-6). 10-11a.m. $60 for 4 sessions. Instructor: Lynne Cassidy - Local K-
8 art educator and Owner of Inky Hands Studio.

Your Story, Your Life
A facilitated workshop for adults interested in writing personal histories, one story at a time.

Painter's Stage at Glenwood Brew Garden
Come on by the Glenwood Springs Brew Garden at 8:30pm to see one of our favorite local bands, Painters Stage! All are welcome.

Taste Whiskey at Cooper Wine & Spirits (April 6 - 7)
Medal Winning, 291 Single Barrel Rye; Calumet Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey; Old Forester 86 Proof; and Bushmills Red Bush. They only open 1 bottle! Don't miss out.

Lizards on The River at Rivers Restaurant
9pm-midnight.

Saturday, April 7

UFC 223 Fight Night Party at LOCO 8 Tavern
On Apr. 7, LOCO 8 Tavern (formerly Big Daddy's) will host one of the most highly-anticipated matchups of the new year, as interim UFC lightweight champion Tony Ferguson faces No. 2-ranked contender Khabib Nurmagomedov in the UFC 223 main event.No cover! Come early for good seats!

Paint Party with Poppies at Elks Lodge

Sunday, April 8

Yoga Beyond the Basics
This workshop provides support for sequencing in sweet&simple ways that dispel the difficulties of knowing what’s right for you.

Primitive Shelters: Debris Hut
In this workshop, come learn the basic techniques into the primitive shelter construction of a "Debris Hut". Debris Huts are one of the most basic primitive shelters known.

NEW CASTLE

Friday, April 6

Colorado Open 2018
This is the second year of the Colorado Open making a return! This year will be B-tier which means that there is a minimum of $500 added cash but our goal is to blow that out of the water so Pros can compete for even more.

Fairy Gardens at Speckled Feather Mercantile
Design a little garden of magic. Come to our Fairy Garden Class and make fun gifts for friends and family. Our Fairy Garden bar will offer everything from moss and stones, to houses, plants and fairies. $10 (includes a container up to $5) supplies additional. This class is family-friendly! All ages are welcome, but under 14 will need to be accompanied by an adult.

Feeding Giants at Groves Black Dog Saloon
7:30pm - Feeding Giants is a multi genre duo that performs acoustic versions of covers as well as many originals. With their smooth sweet harmonies, story telling lyrics, and unique sound, Feeding Giants brings a fun, intense yet relaxing musical experience enjoyed by all and is sure to bring a smile to your face.

RIFLE

First Friday, April 6

First Friday Open House
Stop by Debbie's Shop Gallery at Flintlock. Refreshments will be served. Meet and greet with featured artists.

First Friday at Midland Arts Company
Featuring the work of KREATIEF GLASS. Working together as a mother and daughter team, Trudy and Maryanne have been making stained glass since 2001. Apps and Refreshments will be served.

Pearl & Wood at CMC Rifle - FREE
CMC Rifle invites you to a free community concert with music performed by local group Pearl & Wood. At the conclusion of the concert, we will reveal the new 2018-2019 CMC Rifle Art Series. Meet and greet with reception to follow.

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