Labor Day Sale: Comedy, Music, Theater, Ideas & More

This Labor Day, explore a season of performances at the Wheeler Opera House with special savings on select fall performances. All eligible events listed below.

From celebrated comedians and acclaimed musicians to thought-provoking speakers, family programming, and innovative theater, this lineup reflects the variety of experiences taking the Wheeler stage throughout the fall. Whether you’re looking for an evening of laughter, live music in an intimate setting, or a performance that sparks new ideas, there’s something to discover across the season ahead.

Comedy

September brings a strong lineup of comedic voices to the Wheeler, beginning with Demetri Martin‘s signature blend of sharp wit and inventive observation, followed by Roy Wood Jr.’s acclaimed storytelling and social commentary. The month continues with Laugh More Everyday, featuring three accomplished comedy writers exploring the humor found in daily life.
Later this fall, Craig Robinson, Pedro Gonzalez, and Drew Lynch bring their distinct perspectives and styles to Aspen.

Music

Music takes center stage across genres this fall, from the enduring folk traditions of Tom Rush to Indo-Tanzanian Canadian singer-songwriter Alysha Brilla and the internationally renowned Vienna Boys Choir.  The Wheeler also welcomes the just launched tour, The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration, playing the timeless songs of Karen and Richard Carpenter. The season continues with acclaimed singer-songwriter Foy Vance, Grammy Award-winning vocalist Suzy Bogguss, Colorado favorites Andy Thorn & Erik Deutsch, and the genre-spanning virtuosity of The Wooten Brothers.

Lectures

The Changemaker Speaker Series welcomes explorers, innovators, and storytellers whose work expands our understanding of the world and our place within it. This fall’s featured speakers include Albert Lin, sharing insights from a career spent exploring new frontiers through science and technology, and Kiliii Yuyan, whose work examines the intersection of Indigenous knowledge, conservation, and modern life.

Theater & Family

The season also includes imaginative performances for audiences of all ages. Sugar Skull! A Día de Muertos Musical Adventure celebrates family, culture, and tradition through music and storytelling, while Manual Cinema’s The 4th Witch combines live performance, cinematic techniques, and visual storytelling in an inventive theatrical experience.
Families can also look forward to Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical, inspired by Dav Pilkey’s beloved characters.

Explore the Full Labor Day Sale Lineup

Special Labor Day savings are available on select performances from September through December 7. Browse the events above to discover comedy, music, theater, family programming, and inspiring speakers throughout the season.

Receive 4 tickets for $100 using promo code SHOWTIME at checkout. Wheeler Insiders receive 5 tickets for $100. Offer runs September 3-10. Some exclusions apply and the offer is not valid on previous purchases.

Performances eligible for promotion:

9/12/2026     Demetri Martin: The Quick Draw Tour
9/17/2026     Changemaker Speaker Series Albert Lin: Exploring New Frontiers
9/23/2026    Roy Wood Jr.
9/24/2026    Laugh More Everyday: Three Comedy Writers on Finding the Hilarity in Everyday Life
10/1/2026     An Evening with Tom Rush accompanied by Brendan Cleary
10/6/2026    Alysha Brilla
10/9/2026    Sugar Skull! A Día de Muertos Musical Adventure
10/14/2026   Craig Robinson
10/20/2026  Changemaker Speaker Series Kiliii Yuyan: Indigenous Wisdom for a Modern World
10/23/2026  Manual Cinema’s “The 4th Witch”
10/24/2026   Vienna Boys Choir
11/15/2026    The Carpenters Songbook
11/19/2026    Foy Vance: The Wake World Tour
11/21/2026    Pedro Gonzalez
11/27/2026    Drew Lynch
11/28/2026    Suzy Bogguss: A Swingin’ Little Christmas
12/1/2026      Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical
12/3/2026     Andy Thorn & Erik Deutsch 2nd Annual High Country Holiday
12/7/2026     The Wooten Brothers