Aspen Snowmass - Take 2 !

ASPEN, COLORADO — SKI HOLIDAY
December 10–14, 2026
Aspen is calling! Join Sanctuary for a festive ski getaway in one of Colorado’s most iconic mountain towns. We’re heading to Aspen for four nights of skiing, good company, and holiday fun — and this year, there’s an extra reason to celebrate!
Aspen is celebrating 75 years of skiing with its annual WinterSköl celebration, featuring winter activities, live music, snow sculptures, a beer festival, and the iconic Saturday night torchlight descent and fireworks. It’s a great time to experience Aspen’s mountain-town atmosphere.
THE TRIP
We’ll stay four nights at The Gant, a beloved Aspen property with updated kitchens, dining and family rooms, plus access to shuttle services, ski valet, and onsite facilities.
Your trip includes:
Round-trip United Airlines flights between Chicago O’Hare and Denver
Round-trip party bus transportation between Denver and Aspen
A supply stop at Apple Jack’s Wine & Spirits and King Soopers on the way to the mountains
Four nights at The Gant
Daily continental hot breakfast
Three-day IKON lift ticket
Friday night cocktails and dinner
Sunday night hot tub party, appetizers, and holiday talent show
WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS
Thursday, December 10
Travel day! Fly to Denver, then hop on the party bus for the ride to Aspen, with a supply stop along the way.
Friday, December 11
Hit the slopes and join the group for cocktails and dinner that evening.
Saturday, December 12
Enjoy a full day on the mountain, then take in the WinterSköl festivities, including Aspen’s famous torchlight descent and fireworks.
Sunday, December 13
One more day of skiing, followed by our Sanctuary hot tub party, appetizers, and holiday talent show.
Monday, December 14
Enjoy breakfast before heading back to Denver for our flight home.
THE SKIING
Aspen offers a memorable mix of terrain, from scenic groomers to challenging runs. With access to the area’s famous ski mountains, you’ll have plenty to explore during your three days on the IKON lift ticket.
Prefer to use your own IKON Pass? You can save $252 off the trip price.
TRIP PRICE: $1,460
Price includes:
All taxes and fees
Four nights at The Gant
Daily continental hot breakfast
Round-trip airfare
Round-trip airport transfer
Party bus transportation with supply stop
Three-day IKON lift ticket
Friday night cocktails and dinner
Sunday night hot tub party, appetizers, and talent show
Airline baggage fees are not included. Flight schedules and final pricing may change until ticketing.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
August 19, 2026: $350
September 16, 2026: $350
October 21, 2026: $350
November 16, 2026: $410
TRIP LEADERS
Amy Marker — [email protected]
Brian Bottomley — [email protected]
IMPORTANT: You must be a Sanctuary Ski Club member for the 2026/2027 season to participate.
Celebrate the holidays in the mountains, ski Aspen, and make some memories with your Sanctuary crew. Between the slopes, WinterSköl festivities, and our own group events, this trip is a fun way to kick off the winter season!
Ready to join us? Check out the trip flyer and contact Amy or Brian with questions.
Sanctuary Ski & Snowboard Club
https://skisanctuary.org/trips/aspen-2/