By The Editors By The Editors | December 11, 2023 | Lifestyle, Feature, Features, Featured,
New Year’s Eve in Aspen is one-of-a-kind. The town lights up with energy as locals and tourists alike prepare to ring in the new year in style. From decadent dinner menus to live music, there is no shortage of options and certainly no reason to stay in this year. Aspen knows how to do New Years right. Here are the best parties and events in Aspen to ring in 2023!
Hotel Jerome: NYE Celebratory Chef’s Dinner and Bat Harriet NYE Bash
Is there a better way to ring in the New Year with food and fun? For whatever the weather, Hotel Jerome has you covered. The NYE Celebratory Chef’s Dinner features a five-course meal at the Prospect—with optional wine and champagne pairings, or the “All Out” wine pairing—while Bad Harriet hosts boasts curated cocktails, chef-prepared bites, music and a midnight toast. Prospect at Hotel Jerome, 330 E Main St., 855.331.7213; Bad Harriet at Hotel Jerome, 330 E Main St., 855.331.7213
NYE Dinner at Element 47
Caviar, lobster, truffles, oh my! As the last meal of the year, you better make it a good one—look no further than Element 47’s New Year’s Eve dinner. Tickets are going fast, so make sure to reserve your spot now—and don’t forget to add on your own wine pairing option. After the feast, join your nearest and dearest at the Dom Perignon Party—New Year’s at The Nell. The event features bottomless Dom Pérignon and top-shelf liquor, sweet and savory bites, speciality cocktails, live music, three venues, a fireworks show and more. 673 E Durant Ave, 970.920.6330
NYE Fireworks over Aspen Mountain
What’s more Aspen than watching the New Year’s fireworks fly over Aspen mountain. Not only are they stunning, but a time-honored tradition that rings in the New Year they best way we know. Although the fireworks start at 8pm, come to the Sister Cities plaza from 12-3pm for hot chocolate, s’mores and a bonfire, and the Aspen Ice Garden from 3-6pm for a free public skate.
New Year's Eve Dinner At Ajax Tavern
At the base of Aspen Mountain, the real party begins. Start your night off at Ajax Tavern with delicious bites from chef de cuisine Oscar Carrasco’s festive menu complete with oysters, king crab, scallops, wagyu, fresh pasta and, of course, delicious desserts. To ring in the festivities, watch the firework show over Aspen Mountain right after your meal to feel not only full—but festive.
The Chainsmokers at Belly Up
Imagine this: you’re in general admission, beer in hand and live music filling up your ears. Did I mention The Chainsmokers would be there too? The iconic duo will be performing at Aspen’s intimate, but notably famous downtown concert venue, Belly Up for two nights only. Celebrate the season early and snag your tickets for their show on the 27th or 28th. The Belly Up, 970.544.9800, 450 S Galena St
Escobar NYE
Say goodbye to 2021 in style at Aspen’s hottest nightclub, Escobar. From the spaceship-inspired interior to the pulsating dance floor, it is sure to be one of the most energized locations to be this New Year’s Eve. Escobar’s NYE bash features an open bar, special guest DJ, VIP tables and a special champagne toast at midnight. Escobar, 970.414.0524, 426 E Hyman Ave
The Sterling Aspen New Years Eve Party
The Sterling Aspen is the spot to be this New Years Eve thanks to its iconic party with DJ Pip Rock. Tickets include an open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, and bottomless champagne. Tables are available from up to 20 guests and include liquor for the night. 301 E Hopkins Ave Unit 001
A Night of Revelry at W Aspen: New Year's Eve 2022
A Night of Revelry showcases live circus performances by world-renowned aerialists, stilt walkers, contortionists, fire performers, and more. Make sure to snag your all-inclusive ticket for access to delicious bites, an open bar and, of course, a Moet toast a might night. Dance into the new year with musical guest artist Bunny Blake followed by a live DJ performance. 550 S Spring St, 970.431.0800
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