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Events  ·  June 2027

Food & Wine Classic in Aspen 2027

Three days in June, the Grand Tasting Pavilion in Wagner Park, and the first Classic held while Aspen's airport is closed.

The 2027 Food & Wine Classic in Aspen runs June 18–20, 2027. The Grand Tasting Pavilion is in Wagner Park, in the middle of town. Aspen's airport is closed from April 4 to November 19, 2027, so in 2027 everyone arrives through Eagle, Grand Junction, Rifle or Denver.

Details below are from the Classic's own site, checked September 28, 2026. 2027 passes have not been priced yet; last year's prices are shown as a guide.

Paul Montiel  ·  Aspen  ·  Updated September 2026

IAt a glance

The 2027 Classic

Dates
June 18–20, 2027.
Where
The Grand Tasting Pavilion in Wagner Park; seminars and cooking demonstrations in hotels and tents in Aspen's city parks.
Passes
2027 passes not yet on sale. In 2026: Consumer Pass $2,950, Trade Pass $2,250 (hospitality industry only), Peak Access $3,950, Summit Access $4,500.The Consumer Pass included five Grand Tasting sessions and a choice of five demonstrations or seminars.
Age
21 or older to consume alcohol.
Around the Classic

Coming for Food & Wine?

We live in Aspen and the Classic is the busiest weekend of the summer. We book dinners around the tasting tents, arrange a driver so nobody drives after the grand tastings, and plan the arrival via Eagle or Rifle while the Aspen airport is closed in 2027. Send us your dates.

Your Aspen, arranged

A celebration at the house
A dining table set for a celebration with white linen, candles, crystal glassware and flowers

A birthday or anniversary at the residence: the table, the chef, the flowers and a photographer.

Priced to your stay
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Maroon Bells at first light
A mountain road through green aspen trees in early summer

The Maroon Bells before the crowds, coffee by the lake and home by late morning.

From $995 per group
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IIThe rules

What to know before you go

Bags
One small personal bag; backpacks, luggage and large bags are not allowed.
Animals
No pets at any event; service animals are exempt.
Allergies
The organizers cannot guarantee dishes free of common allergens, and not every event has vegetarian options; ask at each station.
Altitude
The organizers advise sunscreen, a hat and plenty of water on arrival. Altitude: the first 48 hours
IIIGetting there in 2027

With the Aspen airport closed

Eagle (EGE)
About 70 miles, roughly 1½ hours by road.Private car from $850. Eagle to Aspen
Rifle (RIL)
About 65 miles; private aviation.Private car from $850. Rifle to Aspen
Grand Junction (GJT)
About 130 miles, around 2 hours.Private car from $1,150. Grand Junction to Aspen
Denver (DEN)
About 220 miles, around 4 hours.Private car from $1,650. Denver to Aspen

Common questions

When is the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen 2027?

June 18–20, 2027.

How much is a Food & Wine Classic pass?

2027 prices have not been announced. In 2026 the Consumer Pass was $2,950, the Trade Pass $2,250, the Peak Access Pass $3,950 and the Summit Access Pass $4,500.

Which airport should I fly into for the 2027 Classic?

Aspen's airport is closed from April 4 to November 19, 2027. Eagle is the closest commercial option at about 70 miles; Rifle serves private aviation; Grand Junction and Denver are further.

Where is the Grand Tasting Pavilion?

In Wagner Park, in the center of Aspen.

Around the Classic

The car from the airport, a driver for the evenings, and dinner at the house on the night you'd rather stay in.

A black SUV driving along a snowy mountain highway at dusk, tail lights glowing
Arrival

Eagle to Aspen by private car

About 1 hr 30Year-round

The 70-mile transfer from Eagle airport, flight tracked and re-timed around the canyon.

From USD 850/vehicle
A black SUV waiting at the curb on a snowy street at dusk
Transport

A driver for the evening

3-hour minimumYear-round

A car and driver on call for dinner and the night out, so nobody hunts for a taxi at midnight.

From USD 210/hour
A candlelit private dining room set for dinner
Dining

Private chef

Evening at the residenceYear-round

Dinner at the house, menu agreed in advance.

Check availability
Suitcases in a mountain home's entry, a fire lit beyond
Residence

Residence ready on arrival

Before arrivalYear-round

Heat, lights, beds and the first evening sorted before you walk in.

Check availability
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The Aspen Privé Brief

When 2027 passes go on sale

One email when the 2027 Classic passes and prices are announced.

Written from Aspen by Paul Montiel. A few letters a season, only when something matters. Leave any time; we never share your address.
Sources

Food & Wine Classic in Aspen: FAQ · Food & Wine Classic in Aspen: passes  — checked September 28, 2026.

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Tell us your dates. We'll arrange the car from the airport, drivers for the evenings and anything else around the weekend.

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Paul Montiel  ·  Founder, Aspen Privé
+1 (970) 315-2060  ·  paul@aspenprive.com