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Kid Approved Activities

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Aspen Center For Environmental Studies:
ACES is a buzz with children's voices and laughter year round! ACES Education team provides environmental science education in-school and on field programs with over 42 schools. 

Our Kids Classes
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Indoor Climbing
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The Red Brick Recreation Center located in Aspen has 3,100 square feet of climbing surface for all levels and abilities.

Rec Center Activities
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Anderson Ranch
​Arts Center
Calling all young creators!  Anderson Ranch offers some great workshops for kids such as ceramics, painting, and drawing.   

Anderson Ranch Workshops

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Treehouse Snowmass
Day Care
The Treehouse Kids' Adventure Center — a multilevel, 2,300-square-meter childcare facility in Snowmass Village — brings the great outdoors inside, for children ages 8 weeks to 4 years old.
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Treehouse Adventure Center
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Snowmass Ice Age Discovery Center
The October 2010 discovery of Ice Age fossils near Snowmass Village Colorado was a stroke of good fortune.  Ziegler Reservoir was planned to preserve Snowmass Creek while providing Snowmass Village with critically needed water.  As the reservoir project began a watchful bulldozer driver turned up giant rib bones, a tusk, and an eight-inch tooth from a long extinct Columbian Mammoth.

The discovery became the most important fossil discovery in the 110 year history of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.

The museum, located in the Snowmass Village Mall, has great information about this fantastic discovery.

Discovery Activities
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Tubing
Looking for a fun on mountain adventure?  On mountain tubing is a blast. Just head over to a ticket office in Snowmass to get more information.   Advanced  purchase is recommended.

Winter Activities
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Bowling

Slopeside Lanes
Looking for a late-night dining option?  Looking for something for the family to do after a day on the slopes?  Try your hand at some slopeside bowling at the new bowling alley Slopeside Lanes, below Venga Venga Cantina located at the end of the Snowmass Mall.  Featuring eight full-sized lanes, a lounge area with full bar, locally brewed beers, wood-fired oven pizzas, upscale bar food and more.  Located in Snowmass Village Mall

Bowlounge
Newly Remodeled and newly renamed, the former El Jebowl, now Bowlounge, is your mid-valley place for a good time!     Featuring classic Brunswick A2 bowling with automatic scoring, a huge bar with at least 12 taps, local craft beers and cocktails, retro video games, brand new pool table, a new 60" golden tee and more.
Bowlounge El Jebel has 16 regulation length bowling lanes and booking reservations for parties, leagues, and regular good time bowling.  Located in El Jebel/Carbondale.
280 Favre Ln Carbondale,
CO 81623

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Sledding
Winter Wonderland at the ARC
Take a try at the “Whoa” Nelly Sledding Hill located at the Aspen Rec Center.

Winter Wonderland
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Ice Skating
​A fun time for the entire family, there are a few areas that offer a fun ice skating experience - both indoors or outdoors.  Make sure you check the schedules for public skating times.

Aspen Rec Center
Rec Center Activities

Aspen Ice Garden:
Activities
Lewis Ice Arena
Just up the hill on Maroon Creek Road, the Lewis Ice Arena is located within the Aspen Rec Center (ARC). The Lewis Ice Arena is an official 200’ x 85’ NHL-size rink.
Lewis Activities
Aspen Ice Garden
The iconic Aspen Ice Garden has been a part of Aspen’s history for the past 50 years. Just recently renovated in 2013, the Ice Garden is conveniently located in the downtown core of Aspen. 
Ice Garden Activities
SK8 Aspen
Located in downtown Aspen by Rubey Park, SK8 (also known as Silver Circle) offers outdoor ice skating in a beautiful setting.   Skate rentals available or you can bring your own.

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Kids are the VIPs in Snowmass!

GoSnowmass just launched their VIK—Very Important Kid—program for the 2016–2017 season. This is a great addition to all of the other kid-friendly happenings around The Valley. The VIK program offers events for every day of the week. You can visit http://viksnowmass.com for more details. But, for your convenience, I’ve posted the schedule below.   However, I do recommend calling ahead and confirming these activities are still happening.
Mondays
3:30 - 4:30 pm: Sing-Along and S’mores
What: A cozy fire, yummy s’mores, and a guitar-strummin’ cowboy bring friends and families together during this entertaining après activity.
Where: Snowmass Base Village Fire Pit
When: Mondays & Fridays, December 19 – April 14 @ 3:30-4:30pm
Cost: FREE, children must be accompanied by an adult
Contact: 970.922.2233

4:30 - 5:30 pm: Wildside with ACES
What: Join a Naturalist from the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES) for a fun and informative presentation featuring live animals. Animal guests may include ACES’ resident Great Horned Owl, Boa Constrictor, Tarantula and more. All ages welcome.
Where: Treehouse Adventure center
When: Mondays, December 19 through April 10 @ 4:30-5:30pm
Age: All ages
Cost: FREE
Contact: 970.922.2233
Tuesdays
3:30 - 4:30 pm: Kids’ Crafts
What: Designed for families with children 3 years and older, this hour-long program ensures your child will head home with a special, handmade, arts and crafts souvenir
Where: Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, December 20 through April 13 @ 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Ages: 3 years and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: FREE
Contact: 970.922.2233

4:00 - 5:00 pm: All Access Snowmass
What: An “insider’s” edition of VIK, this fun, educational program gives kids (and their parents) a behind-the-scenes peek at life in a mountain town, featuring patrol dogs, snowmaking and much more. Adult supervision required.
Where: Base Village Plaza
When: Tuesdays, December 20 through April 11 @ 4:00-5:00 pm
Age: All
Cost: FREE
Contact: 970.923.2233

5:30 – 9:00 pm Ullr Nights:  December 27, February 21 and March 21
What: In honor of the Norse God of Snow — Ullr — Elk Camp is transformed into a nighttime winter wonderland. Guests can make a night of it, with classic winter activities, such as ice skating, sledding, guided snowshoe tours with ACES, snowbiking, snow tubing, and a visit to Ullr’s ghost ship. Enjoy an a la carte culinary celebration with live music, and top it off with s’mores and hot chocolate by the campfire. Snow tubing is available for one-hour sessions beginning at 5:30pm, 6:00pm, 6:30pm, 7:00pm and 7:30pm. Tickets required, reservations recommended.
Where:  Elk Camp
When: Tuesdays, December 27, February 21 and March 21 @ 5:30-9:00 pm
Age: All ages
When: Cost: $10, free for children 3 and under
Contact: 970.923.1227 or www.aspensnowmass.com
Wednesdays
3:30 - 4:30 pm: Storytelling
What:: Storytelling At The Ice Age Discovery Center
Gather at the Ice Age Discovery Center to hear some of the tallest tales in the West recounted by master storytellers. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Where: Ice Age Discovery Center, Snowmass Mall
When: Wednesdays, December 21 – April 12 @ 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Age: All
Cost: FREE
Contact: 970.922.2277


3:30 - 4:30 pm Cookie Decorating
What: Cookie Decorating: Kids will love decorating … and eating… cookies for all seasons. For children ages 3 and up; must be accompanied by an adult.
Where: Viceroy Snowmass
When: Wednesdays, December 21 through April 12  @ 3:30 – 4:30pm
Age: 3 and up
Cost: FREE
Contact: 970.922.2233
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Thursdays
10:00 am - 1:00 pm: Rec Center Fun
What: Family Day at the Snowmass Village Recreation Center
Play in the outdoor heated saline pools. Pick up a basketball game in the gymnasium or test your agility on the climbing wall and bouldering cave. Every Saturday, you and your family will have full access to all the amenities at the Snowmass Village Recreation Center at a discounted rate. Refreshments are available for purchase.
Where: Snowmass Village Recreation Center
When: Thursdays, December 22 – April 13 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Age: All ages
Contact: 970.922.2240, www.snowmassrecreation.com

3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Kids’ Crafts
What: Designed for families with children 3 years and older, this hour-long program ensures your child will head home with a special, handmade, arts and crafts souvenir
Where: Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, December 20 – April 13 @ 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Ages: 3 years and up
Cost: FREE, children must be accompanied by an adult
Contact: 970.922.2233
Fridays
3:30  – 4:30 pm: Sing-Along and S’mores
What: A cozy fire, yummy s’mores, and a guitar-strummin’ cowboy bring friends and families together during this entertaining après activity.
Where: : Friday’s @ The Westin Snowmass Resort Fire Pit
When: Mondays & Fridays, December 19 – April 14 @ 3:30-4:30 pm
Age: All ages
When: Cost: FREE, children must be accompanied by an adult
Contact: 970.922.2233

5:30 – 9:00 pm: Ullr Nights
What: In honor of the Norse God of Snow — Ullr — Elk Camp is transformed into a nighttime winter wonderland. Guests can make a night of it, with classic winter activities, such as ice skating, sledding, guided snowshoe tours with ACES, snowbiking, snow tubing, and a visit to Ullr’s ghost ship. Enjoy an a la carte culinary celebration with live music, and top it off with s’mores and hot chocolate by the campfire. Snow tubing is available for one-hour sessions beginning at 5:30pm, 6:00pm, 6:30pm, 7:00pm and 7:30pm. Tickets required, reservations recommended.
Where:  Elk Camp
When: Fridays, December 23 through April 7
Age: All ages
When: Cost: $10, free for children 3 and under
Contact: 970.923.1227, www.aspensnowmass.com
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Saturdays
2:00 – 5:00 pm: Family Fun at Apres on the Bricks
What:  Children of all ages will enjoy a variety of free activities, including face painters, balloon artists, dancers, a live DJ, après specials and more. Snowmass’ Ice Age mascot, Snowy the Mammoth, stops by 2:30-3:30pm for photo ops and fun. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Where:  Base Village Fire Pit
When: Saturdays, December 24 – April 15 @  2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Age: All ages
Cost: FREE
Contact: 970.922.2233

5:00 – 8:00 pm: Family Night at the Snowmass Village Recreation Center
What: Play in the outdoor heated saline pools. Pick up a basketball game in the gymnasium or test your agility on the climbing wall and bouldering cave. Every Saturday, you and your family will have full access to all the amenities at the Snowmass Village Recreation Center at a discounted rate. Refreshments are available for purchase.
Where: Snowmass Village Recreation Center

5:00 – 8:00 pm: (Saturdays December 24–April 15) 
Age: All ages

Cost: $40 For a family of 4, $10 for each additional child
Contact: 970.922.2240, www.snowmassrecreation.com
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Sundays
3:30 – 4:30 pm:  Juggling & Magic Show
What: Can Jammin’ Jim juggle a flaming torch, a flaming knife and a flaming bowling ball? You’ll find out during this fun family event, a high-energy variety show, featuring juggling, magic, balloons, music, and comedy, all designed to amaze and mesmerize kids of all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Where: Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center
When: Sundays @ 3:30-4:30 pm
Age: All ages
Cost: FREE
Contact: 970.922.2233

4:00 – 5:00 pm:  Postcards from Snowmass
What: Snowmass offers so much to write home about. This fun new program gives children ages 3 and up, and their parents, the chance to color a one-of-a-kind Snowmass postcard. Materials and stamps provided.
Where: Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center
When: Sundays @  4:00 – 5:00pm
Age: 3 and up
Cost: FREE
Contact: 970.922.2233
*Due to unforeseen circumstances such as high winds, etc. I encourage you to call ahead and ensure the activities are still being held.​​

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      • Krabloonik
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      • Nest Public House
      • ​Pastore’s Taste of Philly
      • Ranger Station
      • Slice
      • Slopeside Lanes
      • Slow Groovin BBQ
      • Snowmass Kitchen
      • The Stew Pot
      • Tasters Pizza
      • Venga Venga Cantina & Tequila Bar
      • Zane's Tavern
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      • Gwyn’s High Alpine
      • Lynn Britt Cabin
      • Sam’s Smokehouse
      • Two Creeks Café
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