Arts and Entertainment Agenda, July 10-16

Aspen Words Annual Benefit Dinner, July 10

Jonathan Franzen and the book jackets of some of his most notable work.

Aspen Words/Courtesy photo

Great company is paired with great words Friday at Aspen Words’ 2026 Book Ball, an annual benefit dinner from 5:45-9:30 p.m. July 10 at Doerr-Hosier Center, Aspen Meadows Resort, 870 Meadows Road. The evening features National Book Award-winning, best-selling author Jonathan Franzen, plus dinner and cocktails. Proceeds support Aspen Words’ programs. A silent auction is available online for those who cannot attend, and bidding continues until July 17. For information and tickets, visit support.aspeninstitute.org/event/2026-aspen-words-book-ball/e756910.

‘Chamber Symphony: Beethoven, Mozart, Handel,’ July 10

Daisies in front of the Michael Klein Music Tent.

“Chamber Symphony: Beethoven, Mozart, Handel” takes the stage from 5:30-7:30 p.m. July 10 at the Michael Klein Music Tent, 960 N. 3rd St. Nicholas McGegan will take the podium. The program includes Beethoven: Overture to King Stephen, op. 117; Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major, K. 218; Elgar: Introduction and Allegro, op. 47; Handel: Music for the Royal Fireworks. For more information, visit aspenmusicfestival.com/events/calendar/aspen-chamber-symphony2.

Snowmass Comedy WKND! July 10-12

Comedian Dino Archie performs as part of Snowmass Comedy WKND! on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the Snowmass Conference and Events Center.

Snowmass Live presents Comedy WKND! July 10 to 12. The weekend kicks off July 10 with a free “Mountainside Comedy Happy Hour” at 5:30 p.m., followed at 7:30 p.m. by “Leah Lamarr and Kalea McNeill,” a ticketed show at Collective Snowmass Hall. Later that night, an open mic night begins at 9:30 p.m. at Rock Island Lobster Bar. The next day, a free event, “Fitness on the Rink led by Reem Edan,” runs from 9 to 10 a.m. on the rink. Then, “Recess with Leah & Kalea: A Happy Hour Show” starts at 5 p.m., followed by “Reem Edan” at 7:30 p.m. at The Collective Snowmass. On Sunday, “Improv 101 Workshop with Consensual Improv” runs from 2 to 4 p.m., followed by “The Laugh Lab” at 5 p.m. and “Zak Toscani” at 7:30 p.m. at The Collective Snowmass. Next, at 9 p.m., “After The Applause” runs at The Collective Slope & Hatch at 49 Wood Rd., inside The Collective in Snowmass Base Village. For more information, visit thecollectivesnowmass.com/snowmass-comedy-wknd.

‘Some Enchanted Evening,’ July 12

The Hurst Theatre amidst the lush summer gardens, home to Theatre Aspen.

“Some Enchanted Evening,” a golden age cabaret, will be on stage for one night only at 7 p.m. July 12 at the Hurst Theatre. Broadway stars Julie Benko, Beth Malone, Bonnie Milligan, Drew Redington, Nevada Riley, Campy Rodriguez, Michael James Scott, Christopher Sieber and Ryan Vasquez will perform. The cast collectively has more than 40 Broadway and national tour credits and four Tony nominations between them. Musical Director Andy Einhorn will lead. The venue is located at 470 Rio Grande Place. A VIP Reception will follow the performance. For more information and tickets, visit theatreaspen.org/events/some-enchanted-evening.

‘Cinema Under the Stars,’ July 13

Cinema Under the Stars, presented by The Little Nell and Aspen Film at the base of Aspen Mountain.

Presented by The Little Nell in partnership with Aspen Film, “Aspen Film’s Cinema Under the Stars” returns with “Overboard” to The Little Nell, July 13, at 675 E. Durant Ave. “Overboard” (1987) stars locals Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell in this iconic romantic comedy. The story follows a wealthy amnesiac who is swept into a working class life and ultimately finds love. The next movie in the series is “When Harry Met Sally” Aug. 10. General admission is complimentary, available on a first-come, first-serve basis. A limited number of stadium chairs and beach blankets will be available. House-made popcorn, a limited snack menu and signature cocktails will be available for purchase. No reservations required.

Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead, July 15

Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead will perform at 6:30 p.m. July 15 at the “2026 Basalt Summer Concerts Series” at Basalt River Park. Hailing from the mountains of Gunnison and Crested Butte, Easy Jim is a laid-back group of seasoned musicians bonded by a deep love of the Grateful Dead. The six-piece ensemble mirrors the Dead’s classic lineup, and no two shows are alike. For more information, visit basalt.net/666/Summer-Concert-Series.

Bella Rayne, July 15

The Sopris Sisters play as part of the final free Basalt concert of the summer on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025, at Basalt River Park.

Bella Rayne will perform at 7:30 p.m. July 16 at the “2026 Basalt Summer Concert Series” at Basalt River Park. The Wednesday series returned in June, and will continue with two musical performances a night until Aug. 12. Bella Raye is a 19-year-old guitarist, vocalist and songwriter. The food trucks will be Taqueria and Windy City Eats. For more information, visit basalt.net/666/Summer-Concert-Series.

‘Fabric Block Printing,’ July 16

The exterior of the Red Brick Center for the Arts is seen on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Aspen.

Creative Happy Hour features “Fabric Block Print” from 5:30-7:30 p.m. July 16 at the Red Brick Center for the Arts, 110 E. Hallam St., Suite #120. It’s open to all levels. Participants must be 21 years of age or older. The session costs $28, and all supplies are included. For more information and to register, visit redbrickaspen.com/events-art-exhibitions-calendar/creative-happy-hour-summer-celebration-block-print-2026-07-16.