WINTER PLAN AHEAD ACTIVITIES

There’s always something to do in the Aspen-Snowmass area, especially when you can plan ahead. Kids can never be bored after looking through all of these options.

Up Valley

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970-922-2240

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Snowmass Village

Snowmass Recreation Center

An amazing recreation facility sits near Snowmass where kids can swim, play basketball, rock climb, take classes and just basically be kids.

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970-544-4100

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Aspen

ARC “Winter Wonderland”

Enjoy a true winter wonderland just outside of the Aspen Recreation Center (ARC). Free skating, Cross Country Skiing and Sledding for those who have their own equipment and a nominal fee for those that don't.

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970-922-2277

10:00-5:00

Snowmass Village

Ice Age Discovery Center

Experience a very different side of Snowmass when you see what was unearthed in Ziegler Reservoir just a few short years ago. The Center reflects an amazing story and deserves a visit.

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970-925-1220

Snowmass Village

Tubing

Tubing on Snowmass is back! Take the gondola up to the Elk Camp staging area to enjoy the fun of riding a tube without having to drag it back up the hill yourself!

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970-925-1220

8:30-4:00

Aspen

The Hideout Children’s Center

A new adventure center for young children just opened at the base of Buttermilk. Your kids will like many of the same features of the Treehouse at Snowmass.

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970-925-7939

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Aspen

Ashcroft and Pinecreek Cookhouse

Cross country skiing, riding a sleigh and then enjoying a delicious meal with incredible views is a must when in the Aspen area. This is a real treat for all ages!

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970-429-1900

4:00-4:45

Aspen

Pitkin Pals Mentoring Program

School-age children are paired with high school mentors in this weekly program tht helps build relationships and promote positive literacy skills

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970-544-4130

10:00-6:00

Aspen

Aspen Youth Center

There is a n incredible place for any kids who are in 4th grade or older to go. Lots of great programs, activities and friends await your child at this drop-in center in Aspen.

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970-925-8050

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Aspen

Aspen Art Museum

Aspen's newest FREE attraction is a great place to take kids! Peruse the exhibits or check out the frequent children's workshops that are posted separately on this website.

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970-925-1220

9:30-3:00

Aspen

Teenage Ski or Snowboard Lessons

From easy groomers to terrain park tricks to mastering glades and steeps, these lessons will give your teen the chance to express themselves.
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970-925-5756

9:00-5:00

Aspen

Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES)

ACES always has so much to offer... There is no better place to learn about natural surroundings or hold special events like birthday parties. Look for specific class offerings in other posts.

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970-544-9771

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Aspen

Dance Progressions

From ballet to contemporary and everything in between, check out this dance studio for all kinds of dance classes in the Aspen area.

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970-925-1220

9:30-3:00

Snowmass and Aspen

Ages 7-12 Group Ski or Snowboard Lessons

"Give your child the opportunity to learn skiing or snowboarding, or maybe master a new skill. Our Pros make full use of our legendary terrain to build the confidence of young skiers and emphasize safety."
-www.aspensnowmass.com

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970-925-1220

9:30-3:00

Snowmass or Aspen

Ages 5-6 Group Ski and Snowboard Lessons

"Watch your child’s confidence grow as they join our Grizzlies Program for young skiers and snowboarders ages 5 and 6. We have a class for all ability levels."
-www.aspensnowmass.com

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970-925-1220

9:30-3:00

Aspen or Snowmass

Ages 3-4 Group Ski Lessons

"Confidence building. Nurturing. Encouraging. Ridiculously fun! These are just some of the words that describe our Snowmass Bears and Buttermilk Pandas learn-to-ski programs for young children ages 3 and 4." -www.aspensnowmass.com

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877-AT-ASPEN or 970-923-1227

8:30-3:30PM

Snowmass Village

Treehouse Adventure Center

For your little tyke (ages 8 weeks to 4 years) there is no better place to play and/or get on skis than the Treehouse. Both locals and visitors alike love this Aspen Ski Company amenity for their young children.

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970-925-1220

8:30-4:00

Aspen

Aspen Ski Company

The activities offered by Aspen Ski Company can't be beat. Skiing and snowboarding are the obvious choices, but there is so much more. Check out the website for the most popular offerings and check out other categories on kidkonnector.com for specific activities.
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