The Independence Pass Foundation will be celebrating its eighteenth year hosting the annual bike race up Independence Pass. 970-963-4959; independencepass.org

Gear up for summer at the 18th annual Ride for the Pass. The community bicycle race up the gorgeous Independence Pass will benefit the Independence Pass Foundation. independencepass.org

The Aspen Cycling Criterium takes place in downtown Aspen and features a $3,500 prize payout. To register, click here

Writers of any level are invited to join the Weekly Writers Group meetings to share and help critique one another’s work every Tuesday at 7 PM. Red Brick Center for the Arts, 110 E. Hallam St. #118; aspenwriters.org

The Wheeler Opera House will be showing Marley, an in depth look at legendary musician Bob Marley’s life at 7:30 PM. 320 East Hyman Ave., 970-920-5770; wheeleroperahouse.com

Former White House Counsel to President Reagan, Peter Wallison, will be hosting the democracy dialogue “What the Heck is a SuperPac?” at BB’s Kitchen (6 PM). 525 East Cooper Ave., 970-429-8284

Aspen Center for Environmental Studies' naturalist Jim Kravitz will be hosting a beautiful evening hike around Hallam Lake. The group will meet at 5:30 PM at Hallam Lake. 970-925-5756; aspennature.org

Check out the nature documentary Chimpanzee at one of the Wheeler Opera House's many showings. 320 East Hyman Ave., 970-920-5770; wheeleroperahouse.com

The Sky Hotel will be hosting the season’s opening party with the debut of their newly renovated pool. Already known as the hippest pool in Aspen, the much-anticipated build up for the hotel’s renovations guarantees that this party is one you do not want to miss! 709 E Durant Ave, 970-925-6333; theskyhotel.com

The exquisite love story Like Crazy will be showing at the Wheeler Opera House. 320 East Hyman Ave., 970-920-5770; wheeleroperahouse.com

The Wheeler Opera House presents Monsieur Lazhar, a 2012 Oscar nominee for Best Foreign Language Film (7:30 PM). 320 East Hyman Ave., 970-920-5770; wheeleroperahouse.com

Enjoy the incredible art made from recycled or reused objects showcased at the opening reception for the Eco Art Exhibition (5:00 PM). Red Brick Center for the Arts, 110 E Hallam St, 970-429-2777; aspenart.org

Grammy-winning folk-rock duo Indigo Girls will be performing with their full band at the Belly Up. 450 Galena St., 970-544-9800; bellyupaspen.com

Take on the summer with Outside in Aspen, an extraordinary experience for the adventuring enthusiast. Participants will have the opportunity to bike, hike, rock climb, and kayak with world-class athletes. The weekend will wrap up with a discussion and a questionnaire about the world of extreme sports. Through June 10. outsideinaspen.com

This summer, the 9th annual Chili Pepper and Brew Fest will return to Snowmass Village. In the Peoples Choice Chili Cookoff, participants will vote for the best red and green chili, as well as the best salsa. Additional competitions include the Snowmass Summer Ale, featuring 30 different brewers. Guest performers will include Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars, The Congress, Galactic and Gogol Bordello. 1-800-766-9627; snowmasschiliandbrew.com

Help support local high school sports at the Aspen Football Golf Tournament, where selected NFL fottball plater will be participating. Aspen Public Golf Course, 1000 Truscott Pl., 970-429-1949; eteamz.com/aspenskiers

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen. The three unique days of cooking demonstrations, wine tasting, and panel discussions will delight both Aspenites and travelers from all over the world. This year will see the debut of three new events, including a 5K charity run with Bobby Flay, a late night dessert bash, and the 30th anniversary party and concert with Elvis Costello and the Blue Beguilers. 877-900-WINE; foodandwine.com/classic

The 4th annual Aspen Fringe Festival will showcase exceptional theatric performances and discussions with award-winning artists. Through June 26. Dominic Walsh Dance Theater, 335 High School Rd., 970-925-1928; aspenfringefestival.org

The 22nd annual Jazz Aspen Snowmass kicks off and features acts including The Dukes of September, Joe Cocker, K.D. Lang, and the Siss Boom Band. Through June 24. 970-920-4996; jazzaspensnowmass.org

This year's Aspen Music Festival and School event will kick off its eight-week run with a “Made in America” theme, and will feature works inspired by the festival’s appreciation and understanding of America. Through August 19. 970-925-9042; aspenmusicfestival.com