Celebrating our Sister Cities Friendships and Traditions. Food brings families, friends and communities together. It tells a story about our traditions, that pass down through generations. It is a symbol... read more →
An Aspen Sister Cities Friend and Exemplary Citizen Diplomat. "Pat was so integral to both Aspen Sister Cities and to Sister Cities International. I'd like to say how much we... read more →
Join Us for a Culinary Journey! Please join us for an unforgettable evening of global flavors and cultural connection. Sip on mocktails and cocktails representing our Sister Cities, savor delicious... read more →
Seven medical professionals from Hospital Ramon Carrillo in Bariloche, Argentina visited Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley for the annual medical exchange program. This year we hosted two orthopedic surgeons,... read more →
Our exchange student from Italy, Elettra Girardi, has been recognized by ACES (American Cultural Exchange Services) as a star student for the school year of 2024/25 because of her involvement... read more →
"As the 2025 exchange artist and a member of our local host committee, I have experienced the mission — to promote peace — come alive through the passion to connect,... read more →
The middle school students that participated in the Abetone 2025 exchange came to the Sister Cities board meeting to share their experience. Once again, we were all reminded of the... read more →
Last March, a group of seven students from Aspen High School (AHS) participated in the exchange to Chamonix, France. The chaperones were AHS French teacher Jane Larson and Adam Cheney,... read more →
Join ACRA's private group tour to experience the highlights of New Zealand including Auckland, Christchurch, and Aspen's Sister City, Queenstown. Trip departs Aspen-Pitkin County Airport on November 9, 2025 and returns on... read more →
In the West, Japanese culture is often portrayed as reserved when it comes to open displays of emotion. Nowhere have I seen this oversimplification more clearly disproven than during the Shimukappu... read more →