AGSW 2027 - LGBTQ+ Aspen

Bomber Presents Après Ski - DAILY 3-7PM
2025-01-16 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Limelight, 355 S. Monarch St, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
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Apres Ski at the Limelight Hotel featuring THE LOUNGE: Aspen Restaurant
Après
No matter what season it is, we call our happiest four hours of the day “après.” Ask anyone and they’ll tell you it’s the place to be in Aspen from 3–7 pm daily.
Après-ski is a French term that literally means “after skiing.” It refers to the social activities that take place after a day of skiing or snowboarding. Après-ski is a great time to socialize with other skiers and snowboarders. You can meet new people, swap stories about your day on the slopes, and make new friends. AGSW Après lends itself to having a drink before dinner and getting you loosened up to dance the night away at our nightly events.

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Aspen Ideas Festival Presents: LGBTQ+ Rights — What’s Next?
2025-01-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Belly Up, 450 S Galena St., Aspen, CO, United States
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January 16 | Doors 5 PM | 5:30 – 6:30 PM | Belly Up AspenFREE, RSVP Required, Space is Limited | (Complimentary Drinks Provided) | Please note, you do not need a physical ticket to enter, you can show up with your name at the door to enter after RSVP-ing at the purple link above.
Over the past decade, the LGBTQ+ community has been at the forefront of cultural and social transformation. But has this progress been uniformly positive? In this bipartisan panel, explore the challenges, opportunities, and the uncertain path forward in a shifting political and cultural landscape.
Speakers:Jane Coaston, Podcast Host, “What A Day”
Justin Nelson, Founder and President, National LGBT Chamber of Commerce
Brad Polumbo, Independent Journalist; YouTuber
Kierra Johnson, President, National LGBTQ Task Force
The Aspen Ideas Festival is thrilled to partner with AGSW to spark dialogue on critical issues.

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DJ’AIME IN THE LOBBY - THE MOLLIE
2025-01-16 20:00 - 22:00 | The Mollie, 111 S Garmisch St, Aspen, 81611, United States
Live Music

Presented in partnership with The Mollie.
The AbunDance Party is an invitation to dance to remember, not to forget. Expect big moves and breakthroughs on the dance floor as Jamie merges the sacred with a cathartic and enlivening dance set, beats that range from electronic to Afro to help you remember where true abundance comes from.

APRÈS SKI - WAYAN
2025-01-17 14:30 - 17:30, 2025-01-18 14:30 - 17:30 | Wayan Aspen, 614 E Cooper Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Join us for a very special après at the all new Wayan, Aspen.
Award-Winning French-Indonesian Cuisine from Celebrated NYC-based Culinary Couple Arrives in Time for Festive + Ski Season
Aspen, CO (December 12, 2024) – Cédric and Ochi Vongerichten, the couple behind the two popular NYC restaurants Wayan and Ma•dé, are thrilled to bring their award-winning French-Indonesian cuisine to the Rocky Mountains alongside restaurateur Ezra J. William and Raphael Derly, opening Wayan Aspen (614 E Cooper Ave, Aspen, CO) in December 2024.
Following the success of their Wayan pop-up at The Little Nell the past two years, Wayan Aspen marks Cédric and Ochi’s first brick + mortar in the coveted mountain town. The dynamic husband-and-wife duo bring their respective French training and Indonesian background to create a harmonious blend of tradition, hospitality, and innovation. Wayan, their approachable Indonesian restaurant with modern French flair, was named one of Esquire’s 2019 Best New Restaurants and is currently one of the only Indonesian restaurants in the Michelin Guide in America. Recently recognized by The Best Chef Awards 2024, Cédric, who has trained across the globe, including under his father Jean-Georges Vongerichten, brings a fusion of French techniques to their dishes. Ochi’s Jakarta roots infuse vibrant Indonesian flavors into Wayan and Ma•dé’s menus, resulting in a diverse culinary experience that celebrates the vibrant tapestry of Indonesian cuisine.
At Wayan Aspen, guests can expect signature shareable dishes like Lobster Noodles with black pepper butter and thai basil, Peekytoe Crab Fried Rice with kerupuk and cilantro, the crowd-favorite Corn Fritters, and desserts like Pandan Passion Fruit Custard. Regional specialties will include Colorado Lamb Satay, local Dry Aged Ribeye served with Indonesian sauces, and Butterflied Trout topped with sambal tomato sauce, plus seasonal highlights like Crescent Duck with calamansi gulai, stone fruit and lotus chips. For some comfort after a long day on the slopes, they’ll also offer hot broth options like Mushroom Soup Jamur with noodles. A special Aprés Ski menu will be available from 2:30-5:30 pm. Guests can also experience handcrafted cocktails like the Calamansi Fizz with gin, calamansi, aquafaba, and rosemary; the Devils Avocado with mezcal, avocado, cucumber, and honey; and the Wedang with whiskey, benedictine, honey, lemongrass (served hot).
Chef de Cuisine Matthew Byk, a trusted member of Cédric’s team since their early days on Perry Street, has been enlisted to bring the Wayan Aspen menu to life. With five years of experience leading CVRG’s Vong Kitchen in Indonesia, Byk brings both cultural expertise and a long-standing connection to the team.
The interior design is led by CV Restaurant Group partner Raphael Derly and features a blend of Wayan NYC’s wood, stone, and greenery with the cozy feel of an Aspen chalet. The warm and welcoming atmosphere is complete with 68 seats, an open kitchen, an inviting 12-seat bar, a crackling wood fire, and a transportive display of Indonesian and Balinese artwork throughout the space. Ample outdoor seating welcomes après days and summer sundowners alike.
“We could not be more excited to open Wayan Aspen. Ochi, our sons and I have cherished our time skiing in this beautiful mountain town for years, and we’re thrilled to bring a piece of our culinary world to the community that has become like a second home to us. We look forward to sharing our unique blend of French-Indonesian cuisine with both longtime friends and new faces. This new chapter in Aspen feels incredibly special, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone to Wayan for a warm and unforgettable dining experience after a day on the slopes,” notes Cédric.
Wayan Aspen will be open for service seven days a week for dinner, Sunday-Thursday, 5:30-9:30 pm (bar closes at 11pm) and Friday-Saturday, 6-10 pm (bar closes at 11:30 pm). Après Ski service will be available daily from 2:30-5:30 pm.
For more information or to make a reservation, visit: Resy; email: info@wayan-aspen.com; or call: 970-429-8288. Follow along on Instagram @wayan_aspen
Photos can be found here and here
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About Cedric and Ochi Vongerichten:
Cédric and Ochi Vongerichten, the dynamic husband-and-wife duo behind Wayan and Ma•dé, bring their respective French training and Indonesian background to create a harmonious blend of tradition, hospitality and innovation. In 2019, the couple opened Wayan in downtown Manhattan, an approachable Indonesian restaurant with a modern French flair, which is currently one of the only Indonesian restaurants in the Michelin Guide in America and named one of Esquire’s 2019 Best New Restaurants. Cédric, who has trained across the globe, including under his father Jean-Georges Vongerichten, brings a fusion of French techniques to their dishes. Ochi’s Jakarta roots infuse vibrant Indonesian flavors into Wayan and Ma•dé’s menus, resulting in a diverse culinary experience that celebrates the vibrant tapestry of Indonesian cuisine.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON CV RESTAURANT GROUP, PLEASE CONTACT: cvrg@baltzco.com

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SELF-MASTERY: PROPHECY OVER PERFORMANCE - THE MOLLIE
2025-01-17 15:00 - 17:00 | The Mollie, 111 S Garmisch St, Aspen, 81611, United States
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Wellness

Join us at MOLLIE Aspen for a one-of-a-kind après speaker and workshop series, held during Aspen Gay Ski Week. This unique experience, presented in partnership with AGSW, welcomes both the public and AGSW attendees to explore new perspectives and deepen their personal journey in an inclusive, celebratory space.
Session Two: SELF-MASTERY | Prophecy Over Performance
In this workshop, participants will dive deep into the power in ‘taking off the mask’ and choosing to live into their own prophecy over performance and how to obliterate all the current rhetoric around what it means to be a woman in leadership. Discover the freedom of authenticity in a world that demands performance and exploring how being obedient to your inner artist and truth can transform every area of life. Through guided exercises, group reflections, and creative exploration, we’ll uncover what it means to live from our true essence rather than external expectations. This is an empowering, safe space to shed the need for perfection and embrace the freedom of authentic self-expression, setting the stage for a more fulfilling, aligned life.
About Jamie Butemeyer:
Jamie is a Mastery Coach with a mission to help individuals align their passion and purpose with their paycheck and every aspect of their life. With an emphasis on personal transformation, Jamie guides clients to achieve a life that’s juicy, abundant, and deeply fulfilling. Jamie is dedicated to helping you clear internal blocks, creating a career, relationships, and life where you shine as the star. Jamie’s approach goes beyond surface change; she believes that doing inner work, owning our impact, and taking aligned action to realize our dreams inspires others around us to do the same. Jamie invites you to join this journey to make your life your greatest masterpiece, filled with purpose, creativity, and ease.

RILEY MOVIE SCREENING - ISIS THEATRE
2025-01-17 18:30 - 21:00 | Aspen Film Isis Theatre, 406 E Hopkins Ave, Aspen, 81611, United States
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AspenOUT, AGSW, and Aspen Film present RILEY.
Movie SynopsisThe life of a disciplined high school athlete begins to unravel when his queer identity competes against the idea of who he is supposed to be.
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THEATRE ASPEN PRESENTS: SIGNS OF LIFE with CHEYENNE JACKSON
2025-01-17 20:00 - 21:30 | Hotel Jerome, 330 E. Main Street, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
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See Cheyenne Jackson at the iconic Hotel Jerome. After his acclaimed sold out run at 54 Below last year, this Emmy and Grammy- nominated luminary brings his infectious charm and powerhouse vocals to Aspen with Signs of Life, a musical meditation on art, love, fatherhood, and the cosmic twists that have shaped his remarkable path.
In Signs of Life, Cheyenne invites audiences on a deeply personal and uproariously funny exploration of the universe’s subtle cues, from toe-tapping melodies to saucy showbiz anecdotes, prepare for an unforgettable night filled with whimsy, laughter, and the sheer joy of a perfectly imperfect night of shared experience.
Songs include works by COLDPLAY, Cole Porter, Lady Gaga, Jason Robert Brown, and Bernstein.
$130 General Admission
$175 VIP Meet and Greet – includes priority seating. Limited tickets available.
All tickets include two drinks.

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SNOWMASS: Après Ski – Viewline
2025-01-18 14:00 - 17:00 | Viewline Snowmass, 100 Elbert Lane, Snowmass Village, CO, 81615, United States
Après Ski at Viewline
January 14 & January 18, 2pm-5pm
Ski-in to the Stark’s Deck for the hottest party in Snowmass!
Featuring Aperol drink specials, giveaways, and more!
$1 for each Specialty Cocktail sold will be donated to AspenOUT

LIGHTSPEED PRESENTS: TALKS LIKE THESE - THE MOLLIE
2025-01-18 15:00 - 17:00 | The Mollie, 111 S Garmisch St, Aspen, 81611, United States
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APanel 1 – Doors Open 2:45PMPanel Discussion 1 • 3:00-4:00PMWomxn in Business: Entrepreneurs,Queer VC, and Beyond
Lead Moderator Panel 1:Halle Zander, Aspen Public Radio
Assistant Moderator Panel 1:Dr. William Kapfer, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Panelists include:Heather HeacoxCommunity Development & Engagement Specialist for Colorado, Utah, California, Guam, and American SamoaWomen Business Enterprise Council- West
Chanel LumiereCommunity Activist, LASD Building Trust Summit, Owner/Operator Graceful Consulting
Kelly O’DonovanWoman Entrepreneur, Aspen Business Owner

Lead Moderator Panel 1:Halle Zander, Aspen Public Radio Halle Zander is a broadcast journalist and the host of Aspen Public Radio’s broadcast of “All Things Considered.”
Her broadcast journalism has been recognized by the Public Media Journalists Association, the Colorado Broadcasters Association, and the Society of Professional Journalists.
Before she began working full-time with Aspen Public Radio in September 2021, Halle was a freelance broadcast journalist for both Aspen Public Radio and KDNK.
Halle studied environmental analysis at Pitzer College. She was an educator at the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies and at the Andy Zanca Youth Empowerment Program, where she taught youth radio and managed a weekly public affairs show. She was also delivered newscasts for her college radio station, KSPC.

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Panel 2 – Seating 4:05PMPanel Discussion 2 • 4:15-5:15PMClimate Change and Queer Intersection
Lead Moderator Panel 2:
Assistant Moderator Panel 2:Halle Zander, Aspen Public Radio
Panelists include:Heidi Leathwood,Climate Policy Analyst, 350 Colorado
Tykee JamesGovernment Affairs Coordinator, National Audubon Society
Auden Schendler Colorado-based Climate Activist and Author

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Talks Like These Panelists

Heather Heacox
Heather Heacox is a dynamic leader and relationship builder with a proven track record of fostering meaningful partnerships and driving strategic initiatives. As a Community Development and Engagement Specialist at WBEC-West, Heather connects Women-Owned Businesses (WBEs) with corporations, empowering them to unlock new opportunities. Her expertise spans B2B engagement, program management, and training, with a focus on helping women-owned businesses achieve certification and thrive in competitive markets.
With certificates in Project Management and Project Leadership from Cornell University, Heather has developed and led impactful workshops, created action-driven strategic programs, and facilitated organizational change. She previously served as a Project Coordinator with Navy Federal, where she managed enterprise-wide strategic initiatives, transitioned teams to Agile methodologies.
Heather’s career is built on her passion for empowering communities and creating sustainable growth. She has a deep understanding of business sustainability, and excels in public speaking, presentations, and training. Heather’s dedication to supporting WBEs is evident in her hands-on approach to community engagement, where she organizes events and initiatives to foster collaboration and amplify voices.
When she’s not working, Heather enjoys hiking, reading, and spending quality time with her husband and three kids. As an active family, they are often on the go, whether attending extracurricular activities or cheering on her children at sports games. Based in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Heather is committed to making a lasting impact in her community and beyond.

Chanel Lumiere
Chanel is a fearless educator, mentor, healer, and organizer. Chanel has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Child and Adolescent Development and has worked in the Early Education Field, serving Children and families for over 20 years.
Chanel has served several organizations advocating for LGBTQIs communities. Formerly served as a board member and community engagement director for 15 years. Chanel consults on trans 101, social emotional learning, homophobia and a planning committee member for LAPD and LASD for the 2024 and 2025 building trust summit.
In 2020/2021, Chanel was featured in the Frye Art Museum Bonner Banner Series in Seattle, Washington, by Artist Marilyn Montufar and Muse for 2022, “As we are pillars of Society,” with Steve Galindo. In 2023, she will be the muse for the Ontario History and Arts Museum’s Past, Present, and future installations. In 2024, Chanel produced Artful Visions Where Art Comes Alive, an Artist event created to highlight transgender artists and allies. She currently serves as the Resident Advisor for The House of Dignity, a transitional housing program for black transgender women who are justice-impacted. Her light continues to shine wherever she goes.

Kelly Wyly O’Donovan
Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, to an entrepreneur father and an artist mother. Majoring in Fine Art and Education at Lewis & Clark College, thinking she would one day become an art teacher, she dropped out of college to start her first business in her early 20s. A cottage industry custom ceramic dinnerware company, Wyly Works, Inc., worked solo out of her garage painting and firing one-of-a-kind ceramic tableware for clients for three years. During this time, Kelly started art consulting for friends and family, soon acquiring fine art throughout the globe for corporate and private collections. This turned into a mentorship through Hammer Galleries in New York, where she learned the gallery business from the inside out. Connections made there led to a four-year career creating fine art ceramics in Vallauris, France, at Galerie Sassi-Milici. Kelly became one of the US experts in authenticating and valuing Pablo Picasso ceramics as a result of her gallery experience in the South of France and New York. Kelly served on the board of Michaels Arts & Crafts during this time as well, gaining valuable knowledge of corporate retail operations. This experience enhanced what she had “learned by doing.” O’Donovan opened her first fine art gallery specializing in American and European Masters in Dallas with her childhood best friend in 1997. They both moved to Aspen with their families and opened Elliott Yeary Gallery, Aspen, in 2000. Tired of selling dead artists’ work, the gallery evolved over time to represent emerging artists and fine jewelry designers. In 2009, Kelly started investing in residential real estate house flipping with her second husband, Denis O’Donovan. They invested both in Hawaii and in Aspen. Kelly and Denis expanded into commercial real estate in Aspen soon after. Always wanting to dip her toe in the restaurant business, Kelly and her Irish-born husband opened Finbarr’s Irish Pub & Kitchen together in 2011. A popular Aspen restaurant, Finbarr’s ultimately closed when they sold the real estate it was housed in. In 2022, Kelly purchased a retail fashion boutique in Aspen and rebranded it as Four One Nine. Loving learning a new retail industry, but not enjoying running two separate locations in Aspen, Kelly and her business partner, Kristin Yeary, relocated both stores to one location a year later. Elliott Yeary at Four One Nine continues to be a successful business concept of fashion, art, and fine jewelry. As one of the few remaining locally owned small businesses in Aspen, Kristin and Kelly continue to grow their customer base in Aspen and online (419aspen.com) and delight in serving Aspen locals and visitors alike. Kelly continues to create and sell her own art. She works out of a studio in her home in Snowmass, Colorado.
Raised in a philanthropically-minded family, Kelly has made service to her community a life value from her earliest professional days. She worked with the American Cancer Society in Dallas, assisting in putting clinics in low-income inner city DFW areas to better serve the under served African American community with the hopes of lowering the cancer death rate in their demographic. She worked with several small schools in Dallas, mostly assisting with Advancement and fundraising. Once she moved to Aspen, she committed time to fundraising for Wilderness Workshop, the Buddy Program, and the Aspen Youth Center. She has served on the board of the Aspen Youth Center and currently serves as President of the Board of Trustees at the Aspen Country Day School.
You can find Kelly laughing with her husband, three kids, and two dogs in Snowmass Village, painting in her studio, or behind the desk at Elliott Yeary at Four One Nine in Aspen.

Tykee James
Tykee James is recognized as a dynamic leader and advocate within the birding and conservation communities. With over a decade of dedicated service, he has championed equitable access to nature’s benefits. His journey began as an environmental educator in his hometown of Philadelphia, which led him to advocate in halls of Washington, D.C., and now continues with a combination of that work in Colorado. As the Sr. Environmental Justice Campaign Manager at Conservation Colorado, his work is characterized by a deep passion for people, building trust, strengthening coalitions, and empowering communities to drive meaningful change.
In 2020, Tykee co-founded Black Birders Week—a landmark event that celebrated the Black community in nature and led to the founding of his nonprofit Amplify the Future. Through providing scholarships and outdoor education, this organization aims to create inclusive opportunities in the environmental movement.
His leadership extends to several prestigious organizations. He serves on the board of directors for Justice Outside, DC Bird Alliance, the Birding Co-op, and the Green Leadership Trust. His expertise is also sought after on key committees at the Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University, the Recording Standards and Ethics Committee at the American Birding Association, the English Bird Name Committee at the American Ornithological Society, and the Governance and Development Working Group for the Next 100 Colorado Coalition.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Tykee is passionate about salsa and bachata, producing wildlife media, and cooking.

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VISIT DALLAS PRESENTS - Après Ski - DAILY 3-7PM
2025-01-18 15:00 - 19:00 | Limelight, 355 S. Monarch St, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States

A RECOGNITION OF RELATIONSHIPS WITH BISHOP KRISTIN STONEKING - ASPEN COMMUNITY CHURCH
2025-01-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Aspen Community Church, 200 E Bleeker St #1418, Aspen, 81611, United States
Bishop Kristin Stoneking – Saturday, January 18, 2025, 5:30 pm, A Recognition of Relationships
Personal relationships have value whether it is your best friend, spouse, classmate, or family member, and to that end, we will be celebrating all personal relationships on Saturday evening January 12th during Aspen Gay Ski Week at Aspen Community Church, 200 East Bleeker, Aspen Colorado, 81611.
Bishop Kristen Stoneking, Episcopal leader of the Mountain Sky Conference of the United Methodist Church, will preside along with Rev. J.R. Atkins, the pastor at Aspen Community Church.
“We have named the event “A Recognition of Relationships” to celebrate the close connections that make life special.” Said Rev. Atkins. “The service will include scripture, hymns, a message from Bishop Stoneking on relationships, then a time for people to reaffirm their relationships. If you would like to remember a past relationship, we invite you to bring a token like a picture or small item to hold as you remember the relationship.”
The service will begin with the ringing of the church bells at 5:25 pm then move into an organ prelude, a welcome, a sharing of scripture, a message from the Bishop, a time of relationship recognition, and a closing anthem. All are welcome.
Contact InformationRev. J.R. Atkins, MBA, MDiv214-707-1705pastor@AspenCommunityChurch.org
About Bishop Kristin Stonekinghttps://www.mtnskyumc.org/about-bishop-kristin-stoneking

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DJ AUTUMN LEILANI - THE MOLLIE LOBBY
2025-01-18 20:30 - 23:00 | The Mollie, 111 S Garmisch St, Aspen, 81611, United States
Presented in partnership with The Mollie, Aspen.
Born into the arts, DJ Autumn has spent a lifetime creating a world of beauty, music, dance, art, positivity, truth, reality, escape, love, and adventure. Day in and day out, she lives to breathe entertainment! Come enjoy choice cocktails and the finer things in life with the Womxn of Aspen.

SUSANNE BARTSCH WANTS YOU ON TOP - W ASPEN
2025-01-18 21:00 - 2025-01-19 00:30 | W Hotel, 550 South Spring Street, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
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Susanne Bartsch is bringing her infamous party from NYC during Aspen Gay Ski Week, hosted by Joey Arias, Amanda Lepore and Susanne Bartsch.”

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WORSHIP WITH BISHOP KRISTIN STONEKING - ASPEN COMMUNITY CHURCH
2025-01-19 09:30 - 11:00 | Aspen Community Church, 200 E Bleeker St #1418, Aspen, 81611, United States
Worship with Bishop Kristin Stoneking
Sunday, January 19, 2025, 9:30 am, Aspen Community Church
Jesus’ first miracle was at the wedding in Cana when he turned water into wine. Many were amazed not just at the miracle but by the quality of the wine. What does this mean for us today, particularly as we approach the honoring of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr on January 20? Bishop Stoneking will share her journey as an LGBTQ person, pastor, and parent.
Bishop Kristen Stoneking, Episcopal leader of the Mountain Sky Conference of the United Methodist Church, will preside along with Rev. J.R. Atkins, the pastor of Aspen Community Church located at 200 East Bleeker, Aspen Colorado, 81611.
Bishop Stoneking is a graduate of Rice University (B.A.) and Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary (M.Div.). She is a former Fellow of the Pluralism Project at Harvard University where she now serves as an advisor.
As the episcopal leader of the Mountain Sky Conference, Bishop Stoneking brings a deep faith and belief that a world where all can thrive and experience the love of God is not just possible but promised.
Bishop Stoneking and her spouse, Elizabeth, have two young adult children, John, a graduate student at the University of Texas in the Cockrell School of Mechanical Engineering focusing on Acoustics applications with positive climate impact, and Paloma, a student at Occidental College in Los Angeles, focusing on Music.
The service will begin with the ringing of the church bells at 9:25 am then move into an organ prelude, a welcome, a sharing of scripture, a message from the Bishop, and a closing anthem. All are welcome.
Contact Information
Rev. J.R. Atkins, MBA, MDiv, 214-707-1705
pastor@AspenCommunityChurch.org
About Bishop Kristin Stoneking
https://www.mtnskyumc.org/about-bishop-kristin-stoneking

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HOSPITALITY SUITE – LIMELIGHT HOTEL – 8:00AM-11:00AM and 3:00PM-7:00PM
2026-01-11 08:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-12 08:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-13 08:00 - 19:00 | Limelight, 355 S. Monarch St, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
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The Hospitality Suite is your connection to all things AGSW. We can help answer your questions, provide a program of events, and get you hooked up with some swag. Pop in and visit us daily from 8:00AM-11:00AM and 3:00-7:00PM.
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Lift tickets and rentals can be purchased online here: https://gayskiweek.com/plan-your-trip/lift-tickets/

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MOUNTAIN DU JOUR: ASPEN
2026-01-11 10:00 - 15:00 | CO
Every day, our ski ambassadors meet at the base of the mountain. Look for rainbow flags and bandanas on people’s gear. Meet new friends, get advice on different runs, and enjoy all Aspen has to offer.
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ABOUT ASPEN MOUNTAINLocated in the middle of downtown Aspen, Aspen Mountain (also referred to as Ajax) offers 76 trails spread across 673 acres. Eight lifts service the mountain, which rates 0% of its terrain for beginners, 48% for intermediates, and 32% for advanced and expert riders. Rising straight out of downtown Aspen, the mountain offers challenging bumps, steeps, and varied terrain for the adventurous snowboarder and skier.
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*Skiers & snowboarders assume all liability while riding during these ski days, just as you would if alone. Our AGSW guides are merely ambassadors who know the area and are meant to show you around as a group. They are not instructors and assume no responsibility for assessing your ability level.

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BINGO BRUNCH WITH MARIAM T - THE LITTLE NELL
2026-01-11 11:00 - 13:00 | The Little Nell Hotel, 675 E Durant Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
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Get Ready For The Ultimate Drag Bingo Brunch Experience
Enjoy an open bar with brunch featuring select cocktails.
Celebrate Pride and experience all that The Little Nell has to offer during our AGSW 2026 kick-off brunch with Drag Queen Bingo, hosted by none other than the sassy clown in a gown herself, all the way from San Diego; it’s She, Her, Me, Ms. Mariam T. Doors open at 10:45 AM with games starting at around 11:00 AM.
This beautifully crafted brunch will include morning eats and options of choice cocktails in the Grand Salon at The Little Nell.
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU DO NOT NEED TO PICK UP A PASS OR TICKET FOR THIS EVENT AT HOSPITALITY. YOUR NAME WILL BE ON THE LIST AT THE DOOR AT THE LITTLE NELL GRAND SALON WITH YOUR TOTAL AMOUNT OF TICKETS PURCHASED.
AGSW, The Little Nell, and ACRA present this special separate ticketed fundraising event to benefit the non-profit AspenOUT.
Reusable Bingo cards will be available separately for purchase during the brunch via cash or card for $30 for 1 or $40 for 3.

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SNOWMASS: Drag Queen Bingo
2026-01-11 12:30 - 14:30 | The Collective Snowmass, 49 Wood Road, Snowmass Village, CO, 81615, United States
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SNOWMASS BRINGS THE HEAT TO AGSW

Get ready to slay at Drag Queen Bingo, where fabulous queens call out numbers and bring the sass while you play for amazing prizes!

Drag Queen Bingo
Come join us at The Collective Snowmass for a fabulous afternoon of Drag Queen Bingo! Get ready for a hilarious and entertaining afternoon filled with laughter, prizes, and of course, fierce performances by our amazing drag queen. Whether you’re a seasoned bingo pro or a newbie, this event is guaranteed to be a blast for everyone. Don’t miss out on the fun – mark your calendars and bring your friends along!
About Drag Queen Bingo
Hosted by Aspen’s fabulous Queen Kendra Matic and DJ, Romy Ancona. This duo will leave you dancing, laughing, and of course winning prizes all afternoon!
About Kendra Matic
One of the valley’s local drag queens, Matic is the creation of Alejandro Lucchetta, a New York-based Argentinian hairstylist. According to Lucchetta, Matic was born in New York during the pandemic, where she began working at private events around the city, participating in music videos for different artists and working in fashion. Now an “Aspen Queen,” she can be found working and participating in events such as Aspen Highlands’ closing day party, where she hosted a duct-tape fashion show, Here House Club in Aspen, sharing her style during Gay Ski Week and at private events around the valley.
About Romy Ancona
Live music will be performed by Ancona, one of The Collective’s resident DJs, who is a self-taught musician making his way through Aspen and Snowmass, plus the Hollywood, South Bay and Las Vegas club circuits as an electronic music producer and performer across multiple venues in Snowmass Base Village.
Admission Information:
$35/per person includes two bingo cards and entrance to the event. Food and beverage is paid separately. Limited seating is available.
100% of ticket sales go to benefit AspenOut
Show Content
Shows feature adult content and are not suitable for those ages 18 and younger.
Food and Beverage
Slope & Hatch restaurant will offer brunch and drink specials and prizes will be awarded throughout the event. Brunches are scheduled for 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.
Doors open at 12 p.m. Must be 18 years or older to attend.

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Après Ski - DAILY 3-7PM
2026-01-11 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-12 15:00 - 19:00 | Limelight, 355 S. Monarch St, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
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Apres Ski at the Limelight Hotel featuring THE LOUNGE: Aspen Restaurant
AprèsNo matter what season it is, we call our happiest four hours of the day “après.” Ask anyone and they’ll tell you it’s the place to be in Aspen from 3–7 pm daily.
Après-ski is a French term that literally means “after skiing.” It refers to the social activities that take place after a day of skiing or snowboarding. Après-ski is a great time to socialize with other skiers and snowboarders. You can meet new people, swap stories about your day on the slopes, and make new friends. AGSW Après lends itself to having a drink before dinner and getting you loosened up to dance the night away at our nightly events.

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SUNDAY NIGHT FRIENDSHIP DINNER - 39 DEGREES
2026-01-11 18:00 - 21:00 | 39˚, 550 S Spring St, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Welcome to our Friendship Dinners – Meet New and Old Faces
You’ve just arrived, and now you’re looking for some new friends. Our Friendship Dinners are a great place to know where to go for the evening to see familiar faces and support those who support our community.
Reservations are highly encouraged.
Experience the vibrant essence of Aspen, Colorado, with dining indoors or out, where sophisticated, bold designs draw inspiration from our retro past. Unwind with signature cocktails, savor an intimate lunch, or embrace the musical après-ski atmosphere.

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OPENING COCKTAIL RECEPTION - HIDALGO @ W
2026-01-11 21:00 - 2026-01-12 00:00 | HIDALGO, 550 S Spring St, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR FOR THIS PARTY. PRE-SALE HAS ENDED.

The start of an amazing week of skiing, snowboarding, parties, and much more!

Join us at the brand new Hidalgo, Aspen inside W Aspen for a welcome cocktail, delightful sounds, and getting to know a new group of ski and snowboard buddies. Complimentary sponsored cocktails while they last.

All passes get you entry into this event. Tickets are available online, or you may also purchase at the door for a $75 donation to AspenOUT.

Hidalgo invites cocktail enthusiasts and distillate connoisseurs to embark on a journey of masterfully concocted, reimaged classics, focusing on high end agave spirits and libations. A semi-hidden intimate speakeasy, promising a memorable night with great food and music.

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MOUNTAIN DU JOUR: HIGHLANDS
2026-01-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Aspen Highlands, 199 Prospector Rd, Aspen, 81611, United States
Group meet-ups and ski ambassadors will be announced in the coming weeks. Be sure to follow our social media and sign up for our text message blasts for the latest info on all things Gay Ski Week.
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ABOUT ASPEN HIGHLANDS
Aspen Highlands is a 12,500-foot mountain with ambiance and attitude. It is meant to be skied—hard. With 970 acres to play in and a 3,635-foot vertical, the mountain is skewed to the advanced skier and is constantly looking for ways to challenge further those up to the task. Deep Temerity, a speedy triple chair, climbs 1,700 vertical feet in just over seven minutes and accesses acres of new, advanced, and expert landscape. Plenty of mid-mountain, easier terrain to practice on before hitting the steps. But for the locals, it’s all about the Highland Bowl—an off-piste thrill ride—which culminates in untracked descents down 45-degree pitches.

HAPPY HOUR LOUNGE WITH DJ - WAYAN
2026-01-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Wayan Aspen, 614 E Cooper Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
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Join us for an early evening of cocktails and libations. Wayan hosts a Happy Hour with DJ. No entry fee.
ABOUT WAYANThe newly opened Wayan Aspen marks the highly anticipated debut of Cedric and Ochi Vongerichten’s award-winning French Indonesian cuisine in the Rocky Mountains. After years of successful pop-ups at The Little Nell, the new brick-and-mortar location combines the dynamic flavors of Southeast Asia with the unique charm of an Aspen chalet. Alongside signature Wayan dishes like Lobster Noodles and Corn Fritters, look for locally inspired creations like Colorado lamb satays and butterflied trout with sambal tomato sauce. The convivial dining experience is set amidst a warm + welcoming atmosphere complete with an open kitchen, crackling wood fire and a transportive display of Indonesian and Balinese artwork.

MONDAY NIGHT FRIENDSHIP DINNER - STRANAHANS
2026-01-12 17:00 - 21:00 | Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge, 307 S Mill St, Aspen, 81611, United States
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Make a reservation for this extraordinary prix-fixe dinner. Please call or text 970-415-3935 to make your reservation. Space is limited.
There are two seatings for this dinner. 5-6PM and 7-8PM. $85 per person.

In short, our Friendship Dinners are designated meet-up meals at high-quality restaurants that help weave the social fabric of the week, moving beyond the daily skiing and large-scale parties. Join us Monday night at Stranahan’s.
STRANAHAN’S WHISKEY LODGEMajestic mountain views, alpine-inspired bites, and rare pours await at our new destination for all things après.

LATE NIGHT DANCING - STRANAHANS
2026-01-12 21:30 - 2026-01-13 00:00 | Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge, 307 S Mill St, Aspen, 81611, United States
DONATION AT THE DOOR

We call it the lifers/local party because, well, the lifers and locals come out and show up for it! One of the most low-key, but energetic nights moves to Stranahans for our Monday night Friendship Dinner, with late night dancing featuring DJ Autumn Leilani.
This is a pay-what-you-want door cover that will support AspenOUT’s Jack Raife Mental Health Fund
STRANAHAN’S WHISKEY LODGEMajestic mountain views, alpine-inspired bites, and rare pours await at our new destination for all things après.

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MOUNTAIN DU JOUR: SNOWMASS MTN.
2026-01-13 10:00 - 15:00 | CO
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ABOUT SNOWMASSSnowmass is located in Snowmass Village, Colorado, with 90 ski trails and served by 23 lifts. Snowmass has 3,128 acres of terrain and an average of 300 inches of snow. Snowmass’ terrain is 6% beginner, 50% intermediate, 12% advanced, and 32% expert. Snowmass Ski Resort is renowned for wide, groomed cruisers and trails. Snowmass Ski Resort is located 9 miles west of Aspen.
