Snowy mornings, glowing mountainsides, and fireside nights that linger long past last chair—this is the holidays at Limelight Snowmass. From festive markets to fireworks over Fanny Hill, Aspen Snowmass turns Christmas, New Year’s, and every celebration into something unforgettable. Ski, sip, or simply soak it all in—Limelight Snowmass puts you right at the heart of the action.
December 12 - 14 | Locations throughout Aspen Snowmass
Join the locals for a four-day celebration featuring on-mountain activities, concerts, a craft beer fest, Soupsköl™, a torchlight descent down Aspen Mountain, a bonfire and fireworks. Many of the events take place right outside Limelight Snowmass.
December 13 - 14 | Snowmass Conference & Events Center
Your one-stop shop for local gifts, festive bites, and holiday cheer. The Winter Holiday Market showcases the best of the Aspen creative scene—artisans, bakers, and makers galore. Grab a mug of cocoa, browse the booths, and find something that feels like home on the mountain.
December 20 - 24 | Snowmass Mall and Base Village
Catch Santa before he takes to the skies. Snowmass Mall transforms into a family wonderland filled with lights, laughter, and holiday joy. Take photos with Santa, meet his reindeer, and make memories that’ll last long after the snow melts.
December 31 | Snowmass Base Village and Fanny Hill
Ring in the new year the mountain way. Watch as skiers carve glowing trails down Fanny Hill before fireworks light up the Snowmass sky. Bundle up, grab a drink, and let the night spark something unforgettable.
December 26, January 2 | Elk Camp Restaurant
Named for the Norse god of snow, Ullr Nights brings the fun after dark. Ride the gondola to Elk Camp for bonfires, tubing, s’mores, and live music under the stars—and don’t miss a toast to Ullr to kick off the night. It’s an evening that keeps everyone—from kids to night owls—smiling.
Available daily | Snowmass Mountain
There’s no shortage of ways to play. Spend your days skiing fresh powder, tubing the hills, or flying down the alpine coaster. For something slower, take a gondola ride and see why winter in the Aspen Snowmass area feels so unforgettable.
With ski-in/ski-out access to Snowmass Mountain and the village just steps away, Limelight is your perfect basecamp for the season. Wake up to mountain views, stroll to the festivities, and end your day fireside with good company and good eats at The Lounge.
