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Summer Music in Snowmass

All summer long, there is live music in Snowmass. This guide outlines where to catch big names on the JAS Labor Day Experience stage, Thursday Free Concert Series, and rotating musicians on the Snowmass Mall. Summer kicks off with Mountainside Music Festival.
photo of musicians on stage in Snowmass with mountains in background and a big crowd

Summer sounds better here: Music in Snowmass

It wouldn’t be summer here without live music in Snowmass' mountain air – and this year, the lineup is better than ever. From a brand-new, free festival in June to the iconic Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Experience, every soul-stirring show comes with a view to match.

Check back soon for the summer 2027 lineup!

three friends enjoy an outdoor free concert on Fanny Hill in Snowmass

Here are the can’t-miss moments:

Mountainside Music Festival

June 10 - 12

Back for its second year and completely free: seven bands over three days on Snowmass' iconic Fanny Hill, with a mountain backdrop, vendor village, and celebratory drone show. With lodging specials and free entry, it's the best way to kick off summer in the mountains.

Check back for the full 2027 lineup soon!

Last Year’s Headliners:

American Authors

Richy Mitch & the Coal Miners

Pecos & the Rooftops

Snowmass Free Concert Series

Thursdays, June 17 - August 26

A Snowmass staple for 34 years, and still the best reason to start your weekend early. These free Thursday evening concerts bring the strongest-ever lineup to the natural amphitheater of Fanny Hill. Drop a picnic blanket, pack a jacket, and soak up the mountain town vibes.

Summer 2027 lineup coming soon!

Highlights from Last Year:

Black Pistol Fire

Clay St. Unit

North Mississippi Allstars

Aerial view of Fanny Hill in the summertime during the free concert series

Sounds of Summer, All Season Long: Rock Garden Concert Series and Music on the Mall

The music doesn't stop between the big shows. Friday nights in July bring the Rock Garden Concert Series, with top local bands in the heart of the village. The Collective in Base Village hosts live music several days a week, while Music on the Mall adds a soundtrack to your afternoon strolls. Fridays feature a mix of local musicians, while classical students from the renowned Aspen Music Festival and School perform on Saturdays.

Prime viewing: Grab a patio seat—each venue has restaurants nearby.

Fourth of July with The Spazmatics

Sunday, July 4

Celebrate the land of red, white, and blue on Fanny Hill with The Spazmatics, a high-energy '80s cover band known for turning every show into a full-on throwback party. This free concert brings New Wave hits, retro 'fits, and a crowd that doesn't stop dancing. Celebrate in Snowmass!

Dress code: Totally '80s

Spazmatics perform the Fourth of July concert on Fanny Hill in Snowmass

Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Experience

September 3 - 5

Close out summer with the weekend everyone looks forward to. The JAS Labor Day Experience brings three days of standout sets to Snowmass Town Park, set on the valley floor and surrounded by towering peaks. Last year's lineup includes Benson Boone, Tim McGraw, Bonnie Raitt, and The Red Clay Strays. Longtime fans know not to miss the openers—they're often the next big names in music.

Summer 2027 lineup coming soon.

Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Experience stage at night with merch tents in the foreground