20th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour Presented by: Costa, Yeti, Skwala
2026-03-31 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
“The 20th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) Celebrates Two Decades of Adventure
The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is proud to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, marking two decades of unforgettable stories, breathtaking landscapes, and a community bound by a passion for fly fishing. This milestone year promises to be a landmark event, as the tour kicks off with a fresh collection of the finest fly fishing films from across the globe.
Anglers, explorers, and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to experience this special edition of the tour as it travels to cities nationwide. Featuring stunning cinematography, compelling narratives, and adrenaline-filled moments on the water, the 20th Annual F3T is a tribute to the spirit of adventure and the enduring fly fishing culture that has grown with the tour over the past twenty years. This year’s lineup dives deeper than ever—spotlighting wild places, inspiring conservation stories, and the dedicated individuals who live and breathe fly fishing. Whether you’re a lifelong angler or new to the sport, the 2026 tour delivers a cinematic journey that’s sure to cast a lasting impression.”

Aspen Historical Society Presents: History Tours
2026-04-01 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-04-08 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-04-15 13:30 - 14:30 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Enjoy a guided tour inside the center of Aspen’s arts and cultural scene since it was built in 1889. This free tour led by the Aspen Historical Society and in partnership with the City of Aspen’s Wheeler Opera House offers an insider’s look at the iconic building, including its recent renovations and storied past.
Meet in the lobby. Maximum 20 guests.

The Wood Brothers
2026-04-03 19:30 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Grammy-nominated trio The Wood Brothers formed after brothers Chris and Oliver Wood spent more than a decade pursuing separate musical paths. Chris Wood is widely known for his work as a founding member of Medeski Martin & Wood, while Oliver Wood built a devoted following leading the Southern roots band King Johnson. Joined by multi-instrumentalist Jano Rix, the trio has become one of roots music’s most respected acts, releasing nine studio albums and performing to sold-out audiences across North America. Their latest release, Puff of Smoke, reflects on impermanence and mindfulness, delivered through inventive songwriting, rich textures, and an improvisational approach shaped by years of collaboration.
With special guest, Margo Cilker
In the wake of the critically acclaimed “Valley of Hearts Delight” and her stunning debut “Pohoryll” Margo Cilker has made a name for herself as a clear-eyed troubadour, spinning songs from everyday truths. Her live performances are at once intimate and electric, inviting glimpses into the characters and moments that are the fabric of life. She makes her home near the Columbia River in Goldendale, Washington with her husband, songwriter and working cowboy Forrest VanTuyl, as well their dog and some horses.

The Wood Brothers have partnered with American Friends of Canadian Conservation so that $1 per ticket will support The Nature Trust of British Columbia (NTBC) in their efforts to conserve ecologically-rich wetlands and protect irreplaceable land from development. Every $1 donated will be matched by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service with $2 so more endangered wetlands can be saved. If you’d like to learn more, please visit this link.

Aspen Film Presents: 2026 Aspen Shortsfest - Program 1
2026-04-07 16:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Shortsfest was named “one of the coolest film festivals in the world” by MovieMaker magazine in both 2022 and 2025. Held each spring, the festival celebrates groundbreaking filmmaking from around the globe, showcasing shorts that span comedy to drama, documentary to experimental. Filmmakers are invited to present their work in an intimate, interactive setting that fosters connection, creativity, and community.

Aspen Film Presents: 2026 Aspen Shortsfest - Program 2
2026-04-07 20:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States

Aspen Film Presents: 2026 Aspen Shortsfest - Program 3
2026-04-08 16:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States

Aspen Film Presents: 2026 Aspen Shortsfest - Program 4
2026-04-08 20:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States

Aspen Film Presents: 2026 Aspen Shortsfest - Program 5
2026-04-09 16:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States

Aspen Film Presents: 2026 Aspen Shortsfest - Program 6
2026-04-09 20:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States

Aspen Film Presents: 2026 Aspen Shortsfest - Program 7
2026-04-10 16:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States

Aspen Film Presents: 2026 Aspen Shortsfest - Program 8
2026-04-10 20:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States

Aspen Film Presents: 2026 Aspen Shortsfest - Program 9
2026-04-11 14:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States

Aspen Film Presents: 2026 Aspen Shortsfest - Program 10
2026-04-11 17:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States

Mountainfilm on Tour: Big Green World
2026-04-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Mountainfilm on Tour: Big Green World
Mountainfilm on Tour is coming to Aspen bringing a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado.
The Big Green World program features a vibrant collection of short documentaries that celebrate resilience, connection to nature, and the transformative power of adventure.

Personal Growth & Overcoming Fear: Films like Beyond Beliefs and One Inch from Flying follow individuals as they confront personal challenges—whether it’s learning to swim on a wild river trip or finding balance on a highline—showing how stepping outside comfort zones leads to growth and new perspectives.
Nature, Craft & Ancestral Wisdom: Earthworks draws parallels between the art of ceramics and the precision of rock climbing, while Let My People Go Skiing weaves together Indigenous knowledge, science, and snowsports to empower Alaska Native youth and reclaim cultural narratives.
Resilience & Redefining Success: Brothers of the Sea and Momo share stories of overcoming adversity—from orphaned surfers who become loving fathers to a performer who rises from a small African village to the heights of Cirque du Soleil.
Adventure & Environmental Stewardship: Arctic Alchemy and Adaptive Avalanche highlight the importance of exploration and inclusivity in the outdoors, featuring climate scientists, adaptive athletes, and the quest to make wild spaces safer and more welcoming for all.
Joy & Mastery in the Outdoors: Jackson Goldstone – Solo celebrates the pure joy and skill of mountain biking, as trails become playgrounds for creativity and athleticism.

Los Lonely Boys
2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
For Los Lonely Boys—brothers Henry, Jojo, and Ringo Garza—family has always been at the heart of their music. After years of touring, the trio took a break in 2019 to focus on their families, returning to the road in 2022 reinvigorated and even opening for The Who.
Hailing from San Angelo, Texas, the Garzas created their own bluesy “Texican rock & roll” sound and turned it into a global sensation. Their breakthrough came when Willie Nelson’s nephew discovered their demo; Willie soon booked them for Farm Aid and recorded with them at his studio. Their 2003 debut album, Los Lonely Boys, re-released by Epic, featured the No. 1 hit “Heaven,” which earned them a Grammy and spent 76 weeks on the Billboard Top 200, selling over two million copies.
They’ve collaborated with legends like Carlos Santana and Willie Nelson, played iconic venues, and supported global causes. Their journey, chronicled in the documentary Cottonfields and Crossroads, has seen both triumph and hardship—most notably Henry’s serious stage accident in 2013, which led the band to refocus on what matters most: family and music.
Now back in stride, Los Lonely Boys continue to write, record, and tour with renewed passion. Their 2024 release, Resurrection (BMG), blends their signature Texican rock & roll with elements of soul and roots music, earning critical acclaim and energizing live audiences. More than two decades after their debut, they remain a vital force in music, proving their story is still unfolding.

What I Did for Love, The Life of Mead Metcalf
2026-04-18 15:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
A celebration of the life of the legendary Mead Metcalf, founder and owner of the Crystal Palace Theatre Restaurant.

"Infinitely Yours" and other works by Miwa Matreyek
2026-04-21 18:30 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Step into a world where animation, performance, and environmental storytelling converge in a singular, dreamlike experience. Internationally acclaimed artist Miwa Matreyek brings her spellbinding shadow performances to the Wheeler Opera House for one night only.
Blending cinematic animation with live performance, Matreyek’s silhouette becomes part of the projected world—moving through oceanscapes, cityscapes, and surreal dream sequences that explore the relationship between humanity and the natural world. Her work has captivated audiences at TED, MoMA, Sundance, and beyond, and now comes to Aspen for an unforgettable evening of visual poetry and performance.
The evening features three of Matreyek’s most celebrated works:
Myth & Infrastructure: A fantastical journey through shifting landscapes, where the artist’s shadow becomes an integral part of the animated world, conjuring scenes of wonder and transformation.
This World Made Itself: A visually rich, semi-scientific, and emotionally resonant journey through the history of the Earth—from the birth of the universe to the rise of human civilization.
Infinitely Yours: A kaleidoscopic and urgent meditation on the climate crisis, this piece physicalizes the overwhelming stream of environmental news through haunting, surreal imagery.
Matreyek’s work invites us to see the invisible, feel the intangible, and reflect on our place in a rapidly changing world.

ACES, Aspen One, City of Aspen, CORE, POW: Presents The Future is Local
2026-04-22 18:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Celebrate Earth Day in Aspen with a community-wide gathering focused on environmental stewardship, climate action, and civic engagement.
Join us for an afternoon Community Action Fair featuring local environmental organizations and local farms, win prizes from community partners, visit with local environmental organizations and explore fresh goods from local farmers. This will take place at the pedestrian mall across from the Wheeler.
Then come by the Wheeler Opera House for a free Earth Day program exploring the intersection of environment, politics, and community resilience. Not your average Earth Day – The program will include storytelling, data-driven insights, and comedic relief as we explore the vital link between political decision-making and environmental survival. From the state and national level to the Roaring Fork Valley, we are diving deep into how policy shapes our climate, our land-use, and the very resilience of mountain communities like Aspen. An inspiring, hopeful look at how local voices and decisions shape the future of the places we love.
The evening will feature:
Rollie Williams (Climate Town) You might know him from his hit YouTube series Climate Town, where he breaks down the most frustrating aspects of the climate crisis with a mix of investigative rigor and “laugh-so-you-don’t-cry” humor. Rollie will take the stage to demystify complex policy issues, showing us why politics is the most powerful tool we have in the fight for a livable planet.
Drew Petersen (POW Athlete & Podcaster) Professional skier and advocate Drew Petersen joins us to discuss the mental health side of the movement. Through the lens of his podcast The Drew Petersen Podcast, Drew will share insights on navigating climate anxiety by aiming to make climate conversations feel personal and relatable.
Julie McCluskie (Speaker of the Colorado House) In an exclusive pre-recorded “State of the State” environmental address, Speaker Julie McCluskie (D-Dillon) will provide a briefing on recent and upcoming environmental successes and challenges in our state.
Chris Miller, VP of Sustainability at Aspen One, brings the conversation home with a first look at the 2026 Colorado Climate Damages and Adaptations Costs Report.
And Tara Stitzlein is the Chief Executive Officer of the Community Office for Resource Efficiency (CORE) and Chris Lane, ACES CEO, will wrap up the evening by sharing community actions and goals.

Flying Karamazov Brothers
2026-04-23 18:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Celebrating 137 years since the Wheeler’s opening day in 1889!
The Flying Karamazov Brothers have been defying gravity and expectations for over fifty years with their signature blend of juggling, theater, and irreverent humor. Founded in 1973 by Howard Patterson and Paul Magid—college roommates at UC Santa Cruz—the troupe quickly grew to include Randy Nelson, Timothy Furst, and a rotating cast of wildly talented performers.
Named after Dostoyevsky’s The Brothers Karamazov, the group adopted stage personas from the novel and launched a legacy that spans Broadway, television, and international acclaim. Their groundbreaking production of The Comedy of Errors and the Obie-winning Juggling and Cheap Theatrics helped cement their reputation as masters of physical comedy and theatrical innovation.
Today, the Karamazovs continue to evolve, with current members including Mark Ettinger, Rod Kimball, Stephen Bent, and Nick Flint. Their performances are a joyful collision of skill, wit, and absurdity—where objects fly, jokes land, and audiences leave grinning.
“As close to a sure thing as can be found onstage, 100 minutes of cleverness and comedy that go by in a flash.” — The New York Times
“Extraordinary entertainment! Don’t walk, don’t run, FLY to see the amazing Karamazovs!” — NY1
“Humor, wit and impeccable timing! The Karamazovs manage to generate more drama, excitement and pleasure than found in a lot of the stuff that passes for entertainment nowadays.” — USA Today
“A marvelous mix of the Marx Brothers, Monty Python and ‘Hellzapoppin’… A unique entertainment! You have to be there and you should be there as soon as possible. Catch it!”— Clive Barnes, New York Post

The Art of Fingerstyle with Luca Stricagnoli: Pushing the Boundaries of Acoustic Guitar
2026-04-24 17:00 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Join internationally acclaimed guitarist Luca Stricagnoli for an engaging, hands-on workshop exploring innovative approaches to acoustic guitar. Blending performance, technique, and creative exploration, Luca will guide participants through key elements of his signature style—from open tunings and percussive fingerstyle techniques to inventive arrangements and custom instrument concepts that have captivated millions worldwide.
Designed for intermediate to advanced players, this interactive session is both inspiring and accessible, encouraging creativity, inventiveness, and a deeper connection to your instrument. Participants will gain practical tools to apply to their own playing, while exploring new techniques, approaches, and ways to develop a personal musical voice.
With music videos surpassing 100 million views and performances across more than 20 countries, Luca is widely recognized as one of the most innovative acoustic guitarists performing today. Known for his use of multiple guitars, modified capos, and his custom-built triple neck guitar, his work continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible on the instrument.
Location: Vault Bar Lobby, Wheeler Opera House
Duration: 60 minutes
Intermediate to Advanced Players
Participants are encouraged to bring a guitar to fully participate, but it is not required.

Luca Stricagnoli with special guest Meg Pfeiffer
2026-04-24 19:00 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
With his music videos exceeding 100 million and bookings in every corner of the globe, Luca Stricagnoli is considered one of the most interesting acoustic guitarists in the world.
Using up to five guitars in the same piece, modified capos, and self-conceived stratagems, Luca leaves audiences in awe. His latest invention, a custom Triple Neck Guitar, obtained once again viral success with over 40 million views online. His performances with this instrument have been featured in magazines everywhere and even grabbed the attention of famous bands such as Red Hot Chili Peppers. Luca has played in more than 20 countries round the world in front of audiences up to 12,000 people.
In this show, Luca brings a succession of incredible guitar performances, each different than the others. One guitar, two guitars at the same time, a guitar with three necks, guitars played with feet, with a kitchen knife or laying horizontally: people won’t believe their eyes and ears and will instinctively want to start filming with their cellphones. From rock to pop, from soundtracks to hip hop, from arrangements to originals. Surprising and full of twists, never repetitive or boring, the show will surely impress and be remembered. Besides from the astonishing guitar playing, Luca shares jokes and stories that explain what’s happening on stage. Expect to see and hear crazy things, and learn the reason behind every gimmick.
Meg Pfeiffer is an alternative singer-songwriter, a multiple award-winning artist, and a former signee of Sony Music and Universal Music Publishing. With seven LPs released and over three million streams to her name, she has charted officially and toured in more than 25 countries.
Her latest album, Red Wine Philosophy, was released on her own label with distribution by Virgin Music Group from Universal Music. The 16-track album was entirely written, recorded, arranged, produced, and mixed by Pfeiffer herself.

Roaring Fork Rising - Aggie Flores & the Wildflowers
2026-05-15 19:00 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Singer‑songwriter Aggie Flores headlines an evening featuring original work rooted in her background across Buenos Aires, Aspen, and Charleston. Her music blends South American rhythm with indie and folk elements, shaped by her experience as both a vocalist and interdisciplinary artist. Her performances draw on themes of belonging, transformation, and personal narrative.

Roaring Fork Rising - Rai Omri with Abigail Benning
2026-05-16 19:00 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Western Colorado songwriter Rai Omri leads an evening of folk storytelling and subtle, layered soundscapes, joined by special guest Abigail Benning. A finalist in Kerrville Folk Festival’s Grassy Hill New Folk Competition and the NewSong Music Songwriting Competition, Omri shapes songs with field recordings, open tunings, and lyrics that animate the natural and spiritual worlds. Benning, a third-generation Roaring Fork Valley singer-songwriter, brings intimate folk and Americana with a modern indie edge, drawing on river seasons, small-town memory, and the quiet work of becoming yourself for a night of reflective, place-rooted original music, shared in the Wheeler’s historic acoustic warmth.

Roaring Fork Rising - Emery Major with Hannah Koivu
2026-05-22 19:00 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Emery Major is a Colorado‑born singer‑songwriter whose work blends 1970s folk influences with modern pop elements. His sound reflects his background between the Colorado Rockies, Brooklyn, and Nashville, shaped by performances at venues including Carnegie Hall, The Bluebird Café, Mercury Lounge, Birdland Jazz Club, and The Wheeler Opera House.
Opening the evening is Hannah Koivu, an independent pop and indie‑pop artist known for emotionally direct songwriting and a blend of pop, R&B, and rap elements. Her work centers on personal narrative, self‑reflection, and modern pop structure.

Roaring Fork Rising - Alya Howe, WRIT LARGE presents Women's Voices
2026-05-23 19:00 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
A Writ Large live storytelling evening featuring Rachelle Anslyn, Christa Wagner, Gwen Garcelon, Mellie Test, Nee Findley. Alya Howe is a movement‑based and storytelling‑focused artist whose work examines personal histories, interior landscapes, and the social and environmental pressures shaping individuals and communities. Her background includes work with the José Limón Dance Company, Kei Takei, Danceteller, Zakir Hussain, and teaching roles at the State Ballet School in Athens, the Laban Institute, and the Lincoln Center Institute. In the Roaring Fork Valley, she founded Under Alya’s Umbrella, creating platforms centered on performance and community narrative. Writ Large extends this practice, presenting stories that highlight lived experience, community memory, and the role of narrative in cohesion and resilience.

Roaring Fork Rising - Local Comedy Showcase
2026-05-28 19:00 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
The Comedy Showcase features six comics from the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond. David Uhlfelder, raised in Aspen, has performed at major clubs including The Comedy Store, The Laugh Factory, and The Improv, and has opened for Taylor Tomlinson and Trevor Wallace. Julie Gillespie brings big‑personality, story‑driven comedy shaped by her southern roots. Sarah Sanders adds quick wit and relatable humor as a longtime local producer and performer. Brian Tauber rounds out the lineup with material influenced by his life in Detroit, San Diego, and Aspen. Additional performers include Beth Brandon, a Second City–educated comic and Aspen Daily News columnist, and Miller Ford, founder of Consensual Improv and Patio Night Live and recent Cultural Vibrancy Grant recipient supporting local comedy growth.

Roaring Fork Rising - The Sopris Sisters with Mark Nussmeier
2026-05-29 19:00 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
The Sopris Sisters—singer‑songwriters Harper Powell and Emma Kieran—bring a contemporary folk sound shaped by the music they grew up on, including Nanci Griffith, Shawn Colvin, Aoife O’Donovan, and Sarah Jarosz. Their harmony‑focused duo debuted in 2025 and has since performed at Steve’s Guitars, on KDNK, in the The Vault at the Wheeler through the Roaring Fork Rising Series, and opened for Big Richard at the Basalt Summer Concert Series. Harper and Emma first met a decade ago through eTown’s Handmade Songs competition and later co‑founded the virtual Tabletop Concerts series. The evening also features Aspen‑based multi‑instrumentalist Mark Nussmeier.

Roaring Fork Rising - Wild Flight with Hugh Phillips
2026-05-30 19:00 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Wild Flight is a Colorado‑based trio featuring singer Emily Jurick, keyboardist and vocalist Eric Gross, and bassist Bill Ritchen. Formed in the Colorado mountains, the group has released multiple albums and singles and performs original, genre‑blending music described as roots‑rock with jazz and folk elements. Their live sound reflects years of collaboration and a growing audience across streaming platforms.
They are joined by Colorado country songwriter Hugh Phillips, whose music blends Americana, traditional country, and Rocky Mountain influences. Known for vivid storytelling and an expanding Mountain West following, Phillips brings an acoustic, narrative‑driven approach to the evening.
