Spring Jam
Colorado band Big Gigantic will headline a free outdoor concert at 8 p.m. March 25 during the final weekend of the 16th annual Bud Light Spring Jam in downtown Aspen. The Core Party will feature a beer garden with proceeds benefitting the Aspen Environment Foundation. stayaspensnowmass.com/events/bud-light-spring-jam
Craft beer celebration
Kannah Creek Brewing Company will host the fourth annual Western Colorado Craft Beer Celebration from 2 to 6 p.m. March 26 in Grand Junction. The festival will feature beer from 10 Western Slope breweries and music by Retrospectacle. Proceeds benefit the Colorado Brewers Guild. Admission is $20. 970-243-3659 or kannahcreekbrewingco.com/events-2
Bacon Appreciation Day
Buttermilk Ski Area will host its annual Bacon Appreciation Day to celebrate closing day April 3. The all-day celebration will feature bacon waffles at the summit in the morning, bacon samplers around the mountain, games for kids, a bacon and beer happy hour and a bartender competition for the best bacon-inspired cocktail. All bacon items (except happy hour and cocktail competition) are free while supplies last.
Film fest
The San Juan Independent Film Festival will be held at the Montrose Pavilion on April 8-10. The festival will feature award-winning outdoor and environmental films that share the spirit of adventure. Daily passes start at $20. buildinglives.org/events/sjiff or 970-252-9303
