Showing posts with label Aspen Gay Ski Week. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Aspen Gay Ski Week. Show all posts

Friday, January 2, 2015

Aspen Gay Ski Week 2015: Masquerade Ball

Get you Masks ready for an epic night! Aspen Gay Ski Week is transforming both levels of the Sky Hotel for Thursday's big party. Dancing, VIP, Masks, Complimentary cocktail as you arrive, dancing boys and much much more!

Party will kick off around 9pm and go until 2am on Thursday, January 15th. The Sky Hotel is located in downtown Aspen at 709 E. Durant Street. Tickets are $75 in advance, will be more at the door and entrance is included in all passes. Exclusive VIP area for Patron Pass holders. Buy Your Ticket Here

Monday, December 22, 2014

Downhill Tables Still Available for Aspen Gay Ski Week 2015

There are only five tables left for Aspen Gay Ski Week's Downhill Costume Contest Friday, January 16th 12-3pm at the base of Aspen Mountain. 

Enjoy the show with comp drinks, swag, treats and more. The best view in the place is from one of the VIP tables. 

Tables are $600 and seat six.

Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Volunteer at Aspen Gay Ski Week and Earn Yourself a Pass!

Want to come to Aspen for Gay Ski Week but don't want to shell out cash for the pass? You can volunteer during the week and earn event tickets or a full week's pass depending on how many hours of your time you put in.

Duties vary, there are opportunities for all abilities so email volunteer@gayskiweek.com for more information or to sign up.

Monday, November 3, 2014

Check Out the Event & Party Line Up for Aspen Gay Ski Week 2015

Cowboys & Cowgirls at Caribou

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Aspen’s premier private night club and restaurant will be hosting the Wednesday party in western style. The Caribou Club will once again open it’s doors and welcome Gay Ski Week attendees for an evening of dancing and cocktails.
Surround yourself with the Aspen you always hear about…luxury, excellence and a fabulous time. This party is not to be missed, join Billy and friends for a great evening at the Caribou! This event will benefit the Matthew Shepard Foundation There will be a $40 donation at the door, this event is not covered under Black Diamond passes but is covered under Patron Passes. Exclusive VIP area for Patron Pass holders.
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Masquerade Ball

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Get ready to dance the night away at the Sky Hotel in Aspen in your best costume and mask. A night of intrigue and mystery is in store for you when you walk through the doors of the Sky Hotel. The event will be held on two levels with dancing, VIP, Complimentary cocktail as you arrive, dancing boys & girls and much much more!
Party will kick off around 9pm and go until 2am on Thursday, January 15th. The Sky Hotel is located in downtown Aspen at 709 E. Durant Street. Tickets are $75 in advance, will be more at the door and entrance is included in all passes. Exclusive VIP area for Patron Pass holders. 
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Ultraviolet Dance Party

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Get ready to dance your tails off! Friday’s Ultraviolet Dance Party will be a glow in the dark neon extravaganza. Get your brightest, glow in the dark, shimmer outfits out for this party. We will have glow sticks and black light a plenty for this psychedelic event. Music will be provided by a DJ Stuart, stand by for name of bio as we are firming up the details now. Exclusive VIP area for Patron Pass holders.
Friday night will consist of a comedy act early, followed by a an outrageous dance party. We are excited to announce the Lezberados as our Comedy show on Friday night. Get your tickets now while the price is low. Buy Tickets Now 450 S Galena St. Aspen, CO 81611 • (970) 544-9800 • Tickets $125 in advance for 2 shows
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Pool & Dance Party

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What do you get when you put 750 people, a DJ, Bud Light, food, drinks, two pool, water slide, fountains, lazy river and steam rooms….well, you will just have to find out. Don’t miss the grande finale of Aspen Gay Ski Week at the pool on Saturday, January 17th.  It is a night to remember and you will want to bring your best retro or retro style swim wear for this year’s event. Towels and lockers are available and transportation is through RFTA or you can cab it or drive. Tickets are $135 in advance, but will be more expensive at the door. Buy Your Tickets Now Exclusive VIP area for Patron Pass holders.
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Downhill Costume Contest Tables

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Tables are going fast so don't delay. You and five of your friends will have the best time of the week at this event. Table includes swag, cocktails, beverages, costume props and more. $600 for a table of 6, the sooner you buy...the closer to the front you will be. 
The adventure is held at Gondola Plaza with a comedic host and hysterical judges as well as the crowd watching you ski down the hill in your costume to music of your choice. There will be prizes in each category with a grand prize valued at over $1,000! There will also be plenty of Bud Light, Svedka and swag to keep the laughs coming. Book Your Table Now
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Patron VIP Expanded Benefits

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Patron Passes are now on sale with expanded benefits over last year. We will have a new larger VIP reserved section at venues for you, more complimentary cocktails, Fabulous gift bag with more items, first two rows seating at the Downhill event (as available), 1 day comp lift ticket. Pass gets you VIP access & Seating to all events including Comedy and the Downhill.
We depend on our Patrons to help us reach our fundraising goals for the follwoing year. Thank you in advance for enabling us to fullfill our mission. Price is $850 with a taxable donation of $250 and much more! Buy Your Ticket Now

Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Aspen Gay Ski Week Returns for 38th Year

Aspen Gay Ski Week returns for its 38th year from January 11 to 18, 2015. Proceeds from the event will benefit Roaring Fork Gay and Lesbian Community Fund, which has promoted tolerance, understanding and diversity through education, community action and service since 1996.

In 2014, AGSW welcomed 5,000 guests to the legendary mountain town, featuring pristine piste on four mountains, lively après-ski parties and nightly events--including a Comedy Night with Mario Cantone from Sex in the City.

"Our event injects over $1.5 million into the local Aspen economy in one week, selling 2,500 hotel room nights and thousands of ski lift tickets," remarked Pamela Herr, organizer of AGSW. "From magazines and blogs from Australia to Brazil to Germany, AGSW 2014 was read, seen and heard about internationally."

Read more after the jump.


Thursday, October 9, 2014

Aspen Gay Ski Week: Black Diamond Passes on Sale


The Black Diamond Pass will get you into all general admission events during the week* You can purchase now for $375, full price $480! Full Line up with individual pricing:

Sunday - Opening Cocktail Party $50 complimentary drinks
Sunday - Nightly Dance Party $20
Monday - Early event tbd, Nightly Dance Party $20
Tuesday - Nightly Dance Party $20
Tuesday - Film NIght $15
Wednesday - Art & Fashion Night Out, Late Night $20
Thursday - Early event tbd, Sky Hotel Party $75
Friday - Comedy & Dance Party Belly Up $125
Saturday - Pool Party, complimentary drinks $135  
Click here for more information or to buy your pass today! Buy Your Pass Here

Thursday, July 24, 2014

Aspen Gay Ski Week: Blind Date Pass $250 Limited Time


You know you're coming, so why not get your pass now while they are so affordable. The Blind Date Pass will get you general admission into most events, few exceptions, during Gay Ski Week. It offers you the same benefits as the Black Diamond Pass which retails for $375. Visit our website for more information and to view our schedule. We are constantly updating and our full schedule will be available November 15th.

Don't delay as we are only able to offer this pass for a limited time. Prices will go up September 1st. if not before as we have a limited supply. Buy Your Pass Here

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Save $$$ on Gay Games Registration With Aspen Gay Ski Week!

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Aspen Gay Ski Week wants to help you save $$$ on registration for Gay Games 2014.  Register by 5/31/14 and save $30 off registration by using code GOASPEN15 at 2014GayGames.com
Finalize your plans to participate in the world's largest international multi-sport event coming to Cleveland+Akron this August 9-16. 
More than 20,000 participants from over 40 countries are expected to compete and celebrate with all kinds of world-class sports, parties and events. The 2014 Gay Games is the LAST games in North America until at least 2022, so you don't want to miss the world's largest LGBT party, held only once every four years! Make your plans today.

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Aspen Gay Ski Week Announces 2015 Dates

Aspen Gay Ski Week will be held January 11-18, 2015. 

Blind Date Passes are on sale for a limited time for $250 so take advantage ASAP, this pass gets you general admission into most events during Aspen Gay Ski Week, some exceptions exist.

Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Aspen Gay Ski Week Announces 2015 Dates!

Aspen Gay Ski Week has announced that next year's event will be held January 11-18, 2015. The Limelight Hotel will once again be the host hotel. Keep checking their website for events and information as it becomes available.

Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Aspen Gay Ski Week: Last Chance for Discounted Lift Tickets!


Waiting to buy your lift tickets for Aspen Gay Ski Week? Well you better get them soon as these saviings will not be avialable for much longer. You pick them up at the Limelight Hospitality Suite - no lines, cheaper prices = AWESOME! Click Here to Purchase Lift Tickets and Rentals

Friday, November 15, 2013

Aspen Gay Ski Week Returns for 37th Year

Aspen Gay Ski Week, the nation’s largest and oldest gay ski event, returns for its 37th year from January 12 to 19, 2014, along with presenting sponsor, Bud Light. Comedian Mario Cantone, from Sex in the City, will perform at Belly Up as part of the nightly events throughout the week. Proceeds from the event will benefit Roaring Fork Gay and Lesbian Community Fund, which has promoted tolerance, understanding and diversity through education, community action and service since 1996.

“World-famous Aspen plays host to a week of epic skiing, après-ski events at The Limelight Hotel and exciting nightly events,” remarked Kevin McManamon, co-chair of Aspen Gay Ski Week. “Back for a third year is the ‘mountaintop party,’ accessible only by a moonlit gondola ride up Aspen Mountain, to an elevation of 11,000 feet. On Saturday, we are excited to add ‘All For Love,” a group civil union ceremony, which we hope will be the highest elevation group ceremony in the U.S.—if not the world.”

Each afternoon during Aspen Gay Ski Week, Limelight Hotel is the site for après-ski parties from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., attracting up to 1,000 daily. Sponsored by Bud Light and Svedka, these events feature DJ entertainment, free gifts from sponsors, a hospitality suite, heated pool and two hot-tubs.

On Friday afternoon, the city of Aspen gathers to view the popular Downhill Costume Competition, hosted by Miss Richfield 1981—seen on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Today Show. In years’ past, contestants can be seen skiing down Aspen Mountain in riotous costumes, such as Madonna, St. Paulie girls and water skiers.


Friday, March 8, 2013

Dates Set for Aspen Gay Ski Week 2014


Dates have been set for Aspen Gay Ski Week 2014. The event will be in the 3rd week of January 2014. 
The host hotel will once again be the fabulous Limelight Hotel. The Blind Date Pass on sale soon as well so stay tuned. Book your Hotel Reservations early by clicking here.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

"Thanks for a Great Aspen Gay Ski Week"

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A message from the folks who bring you Aspen Gay Ski Week
"On behalf of all of us here at Aspen Gay Ski Week, we thank you for a great event. Whether you were an attendee, a volunteer, a sponsor, a partner or a spectator from afar, we really appreciate your part in this event and fundraiser. We will have our final totals soon so stand by for our announcement of donations made possible by Gay Ski Week 2013. Special thanks to Bud Light—our presenting sponsor—for everything you do for us during ski week and all year long to help create a fantastic event."

Friday, January 18, 2013

Aspen Gay Ski Week Schusses On Through the Weekend



Aspen Gay Ski Week, the nation’s largest and oldest gay ski event, returns for its 36th year from January 13 to 20, 2013, along with presenting sponsor, Bud Light. Iconic comic Drew Carey will perform at the historic Wheeler Opera House as part of the nightly events throughout the week. 

This year, proceeds from the event will benefit GLSEN (the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network), the Trevor Project, the Point Foundation, and the local program TEACH (Teachers Empowering Agents of Change), the Western Colorado AIDS Project, the Gender Identity Center of Colorado, as well as local schools of the Roaring Fork Valley.

“World-famous Aspen plays host to a week of epic skiing, après-ski events at The Limelight Hotel and exciting nightly events,” said Todd Heimel, board president of Roaring Fork Gay and Lesbian Community Fund. “Back by popular demand is the ‘mountaintop party,’ accessible only by a moonlit gondola ride up Aspen Mountain, to an elevation of 11,000 feet. Once there, guests dance the night away at high altitude.”


Each afternoon during Aspen Gay Ski Week, The Limelight is the site for après-ski parties from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., attracting up to 1,000 daily. Sponsored by Bud Light and Svedka, these events feature DJ entertainment, free gifts from sponsors, a hospitality suite, heated pool and two hot-tubs.

On Friday afternoon, the city of Aspen gathers to view the popular downhill costume competition, hosted by Miss Richfield 1981—seen on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Today Show. In years’ past, contestants can be seen skiing down Aspen Mountain in riotous costumes, such as Madonna, St. Paulie girls and water skiers. 

“There is something for everyone at Aspen Gay Ski Week, even for the non-skier,” said Heimel.  “Aspen offers visitors world renowned restaurants, indulgent spas and first class shopping. Our attendance is expected to be monumental in 2013, so we thank our loyal guests for helping us to continue to be the premier GLBT winter travel event.”

Friday, January 11, 2013

Aspen Gay Ski Wek - The Nation's Largest And Oldest Gay Ski Event

Aspen Gay Ski Week, the nation’s largest and oldest gay ski event, returns for its 36th year from January 13 to 20, 2013, along with presenting sponsor, Bud Light. Iconic comic Drew Carey will perform at the historic Wheeler Opera House as part of the nightly events throughout the week. 

This year, proceeds from the event will benefit GLSEN (the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network), the Trevor Project, the Point Foundation, and the local program TEACH (Teachers Empowering Agents of Change), the Western Colorado AIDS Project, the Gender Identity Center of Colorado, as well as local schools of the Roaring Fork Valley.

“World-famous Aspen plays host to a week of epic skiing, après-ski events at The Limelight Hotel and exciting nightly events,” said Todd Heimel, board president of Roaring Fork Gay and Lesbian Community Fund. “Back by popular demand is the ‘mountaintop party,’ accessible only by a moonlit gondola ride up Aspen Mountain, to an elevation of 11,000 feet. Once there, guests dance the night away at high altitude.”


Each afternoon during Aspen Gay Ski Week, The Limelight is the site for après-ski parties from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., attracting up to 1,000 daily. Sponsored by Bud Light and Svedka, these events feature DJ entertainment, free gifts from sponsors, a hospitality suite, heated pool and two hot-tubs.

On Friday afternoon, the city of Aspen gathers to view the popular downhill costume competition, hosted by Miss Richfield 1981—seen on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Today Show. In years’ past, contestants can be seen skiing down Aspen Mountain in riotous costumes, such as Madonna, St. Paulie girls and water skiers. 

“There is something for everyone at Aspen Gay Ski Week, even for the non-skier,” said Heimel.  “Aspen offers visitors world renowned restaurants, indulgent spas and first class shopping. Our attendance is expected to be monumental in 2013, so we thank our loyal guests for helping us to continue to be the premier GLBT winter travel event.”

Friday, January 4, 2013

Aspen Gay Ski Week - 36th Anniversary Spectacular!

Aspen Gay Ski Week, the nation’s largest and oldest gay ski event, returns for its 36th year from January 13 to 20, 2013, along with presenting sponsor, Bud Light. Iconic comic Drew Carey will perform at the historic Wheeler Opera House as part of the nightly events throughout the week. 

This year, proceeds from the event will benefit GLSEN (the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network), the Trevor Project, the Point Foundation, and the local program TEACH (Teachers Empowering Agents of Change), the Western Colorado AIDS Project, the Gender Identity Center of Colorado, as well as local schools of the Roaring Fork Valley.

“World-famous Aspen plays host to a week of epic skiing, après-ski events at The Limelight Hotel and exciting nightly events,” said Todd Heimel, board president of Roaring Fork Gay and Lesbian Community Fund. “Back by popular demand is the ‘mountaintop party,’ accessible only by a moonlit gondola ride up Aspen Mountain, to an elevation of 11,000 feet. Once there, guests dance the night away at high altitude.”


Each afternoon during Aspen Gay Ski Week, The Limelight is the site for après-ski parties from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., attracting up to 1,000 daily. Sponsored by Bud Light and Svedka, these events feature DJ entertainment, free gifts from sponsors, a hospitality suite, heated pool and two hot-tubs.

On Friday afternoon, the city of Aspen gathers to view the popular downhill costume competition, hosted by Miss Richfield 1981—seen on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Today Show. In years’ past, contestants can be seen skiing down Aspen Mountain in riotous costumes, such as Madonna, St. Paulie girls and water skiers. 

“There is something for everyone at Aspen Gay Ski Week, even for the non-skier,” said Heimel.  “Aspen offers visitors world renowned restaurants, indulgent spas and first class shopping. Our attendance is expected to be monumental in 2013, so we thank our loyal guests for helping us to continue to be the premier GLBT winter travel event.”


Friday, December 21, 2012

Aspen Gay Ski Week 2013 - Picture Perfect Parties

A picture is worth a thousand words, and an Aspen Gay Ski Week picture is worth even more than that! Click here to see all the fabulous photos from Aspen Gay Ski Week 2012, and be sure to get your tickets for Aspen Gay Ski Week 2013 today.




Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Aspen Gay Ski Week 2013: Lift Tickets Going Up January 1

December is your last chance to get the best deal on lift tickets. Purchase your lifts and rentals now because Pricing will be going up the first of January.

Click Here to Purchase

 

Friday, December 7, 2012

Aspen Gay Ski Week: 2014 Model Search

Aspen Gay Ski Week is conducting a search for its Gay Ski Week 2014 poster boy.  

Could it be you? Someone you know?

The winner will receive a free trip to Aspen Gay Ski Week 2013 (January 13-20). The photo shoot for 2014 will take place during that time. As the official face of Aspen Gay Ski Week, your image will be seen on the website and marketing materials, and you will have the opportunity to help promote the event yearlong at festivals.