Meet Local Authors at the Pitkin County Library | Thursday, September 24

If you’re in town, join us tonight (September 24) at the library as a “pre-game” to the 2026 Aspen Literary Festival. Mingle with local authors, gain early access to literary festival check-in, registration and merchandise, listen to live local music, enjoy light bites and more from 5:00 PM-6:30 PM. Learn more.  

Laugh More Everyday at the Wheeler Opera House  | Thursday, September 24

Award-winning comedians and writers Chris Duffy, Carley Moseley, and Asher Perlman explore how observation, curiosity, and wit shape the way we think, create, and connect. The event starts at 7:30 pm at the Wheeler Opera House. Purchase tickets using code: MORE for a discount. Learn more. 

Visit Explore Books and Coffee 

Take a moment to stop by and visit Explore Books, the festival’s official bookstore partner. This charming local bookstore has been a gathering space for book lovers to enjoy for 50 years. The bookstore is open 9 am – 6 pm and the cafe is open 9 am – 5 pm. Explore Books will have a pop-up bookstore in the ALF Headquarters Tent during the festival. Learn more.  

Enjoy Aspen Restaurant Week 

In addition to festival week, it’s also Aspen Restaurant Week! Find some good books and explore Aspen’s food scene with prix fixe menus available at $45, $75 and $95. Check out more dining details and deals here. 

Follow the Festival on Social Media

If you find a moment between great conversations and discovering new books, we hope you’ll share your favorite moments with us on social media by tagging @AspenWords. Follow @AspenWords on Instagram and Facebook for updates, highlights, and behind-the-scenes moments from the Aspen Literary Festival.