8 Ways to Enjoy Colorado Snows & Opera House Shows

In winter, Colorado’s mountains are full of fresh snowfall, and the Colorado Opera Houses Circuit invites you to enjoy snows and shows. From festivals to live music, dance, and more, opera houses welcome you to events that warm body and soul.

Here are eight ways to enjoy the Colorado Historic Opera Houses Circuit during our winter wonderland.

Photo: Aspen Chamber Resort Association

1) Attend a Festival.

There’s plenty of fun to be had at winter festivals—a comedy fest, wine tasting, gay ski week, and horses and cowboys pulling skiers over jumps! Below are some signature winter events. See our calendar for details.

• Telluride Comedy Festival (February, Sheridan Opera House)
• Ouray Winter Wine Festival (February, Wright Opera House)
• Gay Ski Week (Late February - early March, Sheridan Opera House)
• Leadville Ski Joring & Crystal Carnival Weekend – Open House (First full weekend of March, Tabor Opera House)
• Aspen Laugh Festival (March, Wheeler Opera House

Photo: Sarah Schwab Photography

2) Catch a Live Concert.

From guitar to rock to Americana, and from jazz to opera to funk, you’ll find plenty to love in the opera houses’ winter lineups. Learn more on our calendar.

Photo: Aspen Chamber Resort Association

3) Shred the Slopes.

Glide down abundant fresh snow at Aspen and Telluride! You’ll find excellent conditions for skiing and riding at these world-class resorts.

Photo: DanceAspen / Wheeler Opera House

4) Enjoy the Artistry of Dance.

From ballet to burlesque, Colorado’s opera houses have you covered. Check our calendar.

5) Go for a Soak.

Warm up this winter in pools with mountain views! Find your bliss at hot springs throughout the Ouray / Telluride area.

Photo: Faren Wilbur

6) Melt into a Movie.

From on-the-edge ski films to adventure sports festivals to cool movies that pique kids' imaginations, a night before the big screen is a great way to enjoy the Circuit. See details on our calendar.

7) Enjoy All Kinds of Winter Sports.

Colorado offers many fun ways to experience winter wonderland. Enjoy cross-country skiing, ice skating, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling, at all three Circuit mountain towns. Go ice climbing at Ouray Ice Park, or hire an ice climbing guide in Telluride. Try sleigh rides or fat bike rides in Aspen, and much more.

8) Check Out Even More Opera House Events.

Hear talks from intrepid explorers, marvel at acrobatics, laugh at well-known comedians’ antics, and more. Find it all on our calendar.

Learn more about the opera houses, and plan your trip today!