Event Dates
From: Sunday, January 12, 2025
To: Sunday, January 19, 2025
Aspen Gay Ski Week is the daddy of all gay ski weeks! Nothing else comes close. Join hot guys around the world for great skiing and memorable after parties in a truly unique location.
Nestled in the beautiful Roaring Fork Valley of central Colorado, Aspen Snowmass offers four mountains of terrain and two incredible mountain towns. With a thriving arts-and-culture scene, dining to die for, irresistible shopping and nightlife, and easy air connections via Aspen-Pitkin County Airport, the resort continues to be a popular hot spot for LGBTQ travelers.
- Aspen offer world-class accommodation, at a price! Reserve as early as possible to secure the best deal, especially in the Downtown District. Stay at the host hotel, The Limelight Hotel Snowmass, rated “Superb” by guests with spacious suites, high-end amenities and superb staff.
The Ski Week
- Next Edition: Sunday 12th – Sunday 19th January, 2025.
- When it comes to gay ski weeks, Aspen Gay Ski Week is at the top of the list. Aspen is one of the most luxurious ski resorts in America, attracting thousands of visitors year after year from across the globe.
- The Gay Ski Week event is firmly on the gay circuit calendar and is one of the first big gay parties of the year! And what a way to begin!
- Gay Ski Week in Aspen, sponsored by the Roaring Fork Gay and Lesbian Community Fund (RFGLCF), consists of a wide range of activities, including apres ski parties and cocktail receptions at a number of great bars and restaurants around town.
- Stay right in the centre of Aspen at the Aspen Square Condo Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests, offering you everything you need for the perfect ski trip, featuring high-end amenities, spacious suites and a perfect location.
Where to stay in Aspen
- There are over 150 different hotels and places to stay in Aspen, however they all book up well in advance, so book your stay early.
- Stay in Downtown Aspen. It’s easily walkable and close to all the best restaurants and attractions as well as the Snowmass ski lift. For a lift to and from Aspen Airport, or around town, both private and public shuttles are available from most hotels.
- For a “Ski to Door” hotel experience, stay at the stunning “Little Nell” hotel, a luxury property with exceptional service, sublime restaurants and home to the best apre-ski spots in the resort.
Getting to Aspen
- The nearest airport to Aspen is Aspen (ASE) Airport which is 3 miles drive from the resort.
- While it is possible to fly directly to Aspen from your destination of origin, most travelers chose to fly into Denver, which offers many more flight options at more affordable prices, and then either drive or take a bus or shuttle service. From Denver, it is about a 3-hour-and-45-minute drive to Aspen. Search for the lowest flight to Denver.
Dining out & Drinking in Aspen
Don’t even attempt a walk-in to any restaurant during the peak season. Reserve well in advance.
- Make sure you visit our favorite gay-friendly nightspots, such as the J-Bar at the the wonderfully historic Hotel Jerome, the chic Kenichi sushi restaurant, and 39 Degrees at W Aspen.
- Enjoy delicious dining experiences at Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro at Snowmass and Prospect Restaurant, again at the Jerome. At Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro on Aspen Highlands, they usually start popping the corks around 1pm.
- Located at the base of Aspen Mountain at The Little Nell, Ajax Tavern is where slope-time eases into happy hour (and then late nights) everyday. Famous for their truffle fries and excellent wine list.
- As if The Little Nell hadn’t done enough to burnish Aspen’s après ski reputation with the Ajax Tavern, it also offers The Wine Bar (formerly Chair 9), a great spot for unwinding and enjoying a sterling selection of wines.
Apres Ski
- Daily – Some of the events you can look forward to include; Lunches on the mountain, Après ski hot tub parties, friendship dinners, Boutique night, Demented Divas, the Downhill Costume parade and a weekend pool party!
- Aspen has some great restaurants, fantastic clubs and bars; everything you need to keep you entertained into the small hours of the morning.
- The official après ski daily party gets wet and hot every day from 3-7 pm at Limelight
Aspen Ski Pride Parade
- Downhill Costume Contest: Awaiting dates, 12-3 PM at Foot of Aspen Mountain. A fun contest judged by a panel of personalities.
The Limelight Lounge Parties
- Daily, 8-11 AM & 3-6 PM, – Early in the morning or as skiing winds down and the slopes get cold, slip into something more comfortable and head over to the Limelight to have drinks and snacks with friends.
- Bring your swimsuit, changing rooms and towels are available for all attendees. This is hands down the only place to be after the slopes close.
- Parties feature guest DJ’s, daily sponsor parties, free swag and specials with the lowest price drinks in town. See you by the fireplace or the hot-tub!
Brunch, Dinners and Bingo
- The following events are set to return in 2025 – Awaiting dates.
- Bingo Brunch at The Little Nell: 11 AM – 12:30 PM. A drag bingo brunch presented by the Aspen Chamber Resort Association.
- Snowmass Drag Queen Bingo: 12:30 – 2 PM at The Collective Snowmass. A festive kick-off.
- Monday Dinner & Late Night at Mi Chola: A mix of dinner and late-night dancing with no cover charge.
- Drag Queen Bingo at W Hotel. An evening of hilarious bingo.
- Friendship Dinner at Element 47: 6-9:30 PM. A night to wine and dine at Element 47, inside The Little Nell.
- Snowmass: Drag Queen Bingo Brunch: 12:30-2 PM at The Collective Snowmass. Wind down with Queen Kendra Matic and DJ Romy Ancona.
Aspen Gay Ski Week Pool Party
- Typically on the Saturday of the Ski Week, 8:30 PM – What do you get when you put 750 people, a DJ, Bud Light, food, drinks, two pools, water slide, fountains, lazy river and steam rooms….well, you will just have to find out.
- Don’t miss the grande finale of Aspen Gay Ski Week at the pool, at Aspen Recreation Center.
Circuit Nights
- Awaiting venues, schedule, dates and lineup.
The Passes
- Mountain Du Jour Skiing: Daily, 10 AM – 3 PM, meet ski ambassadors at the mountain base, identifiable by rainbow flags.
- There are two types of passes a patron pass and the black diamond pass. Although you don’t have to buy a pass, if you intend to attend most of the events it will work out a lot cheaper and a lot less hassle. Passes get you into all Gay Ski Week events.
The Skiing
- Aspen is blessed with several different places to ski, from Aspen Mountain to Snowmass, the Highlands and Buttermilk. The Aspen Snowmass website has reviews for each location.
- We recommend you purchase your ski pass well in advance, so you can avail of the best discounts. A single day pass is between USD 150 and USD 180. Discounts are available for multi-day passes.
Popular Aspen Venues during Ski Week
- The Collective Snowmass: 49 Wood Rd, Snowmass Village. A vibrant hub offering dining, events, and art experiences. Website
- Mi Chola: 411 E Main St, Aspen. A lively spot for modern Mexican cuisine and creative cocktails. Website
- The W Hotel Aspen: A chic, trendy hotel offering upscale lodging with stylish amenities. Booking Page
- Element 47: 675 E Durant Ave. Fine dining at The Little Nell, known for its exceptional wine and elegant cuisine. Website
- Aspen Recreation Center: A premier facility for leisure, fitness, and fun, offering a wide range of activities. Website
- Sundeck Restaurant: 675 E Durant Ave, Aspen. Offers panoramic mountain views with a menu of American classics. Website
- The Little Nell: An iconic, luxury hotel known for its exclusive ski-in/ski-out access to Aspen Mountain. Booking Page
- 39˚ Aspen: 550 S Spring St, Aspen. A trendy lounge at the W Hotel known for its lively après-ski scene.
Where to stay during Aspen Gay Ski Week
The following hotels are close to all the parties, ski lifts and attractions:
Limelight Hotel, Molly Gibson Lodge, St Moritz Lodge, Hotel Jerome.
Aspen can be expensive Plan in advance
Book now and pay on arrival.
The Kimpton Sky Hotel is where we stay
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Aspen’s gay scene is lively and outgoing and as you would expect from an international ski resort, Aspen is well-known for being gay-friendly, so feel free to stroll hand-in-hand through the charming grid of neatly preserved 19th-century buildings downtown. The entire resort turns gay during this event.
315 E Dean St, Aspen, CO 81611
Located at the base of Aspen mountain, St. Regis Aspen Resort features an outdoor pool and ski storage space. Guests can enjoy on-site restaurants and spa services. Private parking is available on site.
415 E Dean St, Aspen, CO 81611
Offering a hot tub and ski storage space, Hyatt Grand Aspen is situated in Aspen in the Colorado Region. Ski equipment hire is available at this hotel and the area is popular for skiing. Aspen Mountain is 100 m from Hyatt Grand Aspen
Within walking distance of Aspen Mountain, Limelight Hotel features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi and 32-inch flat-screen cable TVs. This Colorado hotel offers an outdoor pool, hot tub and rooftop terrace.
Guest rooms provide iPod docking stations and laptop safety deposit boxes. They also have seating areas, desks and ironing facilities.
This hotel has a year-round outdoor
and whirlpool and free cable on flat-screen TVs. It is 2 blocks away from ’s free ski shuttle system.A flat-screen cable TV with HBO and a refrigerator are provided in each room of the
Lodge & Condominiums. Rooms with full kitchenettes and seating areas are available. Some rooms offer balcony seating overlooking the hotel .700 Ute Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
This luxurious and spacious 3 bedroom plus is located right next to Aspen Mountain & has three floors of great living space. The top floor is open concept with the kitchen, dining room & living room area with mountain views
700 Ute Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
A modern styled and beautifully appointed two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. With a comfortable living area and fully equipped kitchen, located just steps from Aspen Mountain and the town of Aspen.
550 S Spring St, Aspen, CO 81611
This air-conditioned apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, a satellite TV, & a kitchen with a dishwasher & a microwave. Spa & wellness facilities including a hot tub & a sauna, as well as massage treatments, are at guests' disposal
700 Ute Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
Aspen Alps Apartment has 2 bedrooms, a TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath or shower. Close to shops and restaurants.
Located in the heart of downtown Aspen Colorado, Aspen’s hottest dining spot fills with glasses clinking in anticipation of
a fantastic meal. This is Ellina. Named for the region of Valtellina in northern Italy, Ellina has quickly become the “talk of the town” in Aspen.
Aspen Colorado-USA, 533 E Hopkins Ave, Corner of Hunter & Hopkins
Kenichi Aspen, a local favorite, serves contemporary Asian cuisine and world-class sushi in a vibrant and energetic
atmosphere.
Master sushi chef Kiyomi Sano, and executive chef Kenichi Kanada have combined all the necessary ingredients to make Kenichi one of Aspen’s finest and hippest dining establishments.
411 EAST MAIN STREET, ASPEN, COLORADO 81611
Spiced up Mexican fare in a hip and trendy, yet approachable and fun environment. Serving authentic and traditional classics
along with progressive, chef inspired dishes from all across Latin America and beyond.
675 E DURANT AVE ASPEN, CO 81611
Element 47 at The Little Nell, Aspen’s only Five-Star restaurant, is best known for its seasonally-inspired New American cuisine and award-winning wine program. The name element 47 pays tribute to silver, the precious metal that first put Aspen on the map, and to the finest silver service cuisine.
204 S Galena St, Aspen, CO 81611, United States
Broadway / Disco Karaoke Night sponsored by Red Bull Bootsy Bellows | Aspen provides Gay Ski Week guests a relaxing lounge to mingle in, and a sexy Nightclub to wind up in ! Featuring nightly DJ / Karaoke entertainment, strong Red Bull drinks and shooters.
620 E Hyman Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611
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Highlights of Aspen Gay Ski Week, parties, events and skiing!