News - Aspen Sister Cities

Aug 15

“TASTE THE WORLD”: THANK YOU FOR BEING A PART OF IT!

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 of identity and an essential part of every culture. It was an honor (and so much fun!) to represent each... read more →

August 15, 2025
Abetone, Aspen, Bariloche, Chamonix, Davos, Garmisch P, Queenstown, Shimukappu

Aug 14

REMEMBERING PAT FALLIN

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 will all miss her knowledge and passion and her always willing to help. I called her on many occasions and... read more →

August 14, 2025
Abetone, Aspen, Bariloche, Chamonix, Davos, Garmisch P, Queenstown, Shimukappu

Jul 11

“TASTE THE WORLD” Aspen Sister Cities Fundraiser

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 tapas, and engage with impactful stories from our alumni. Plus, don't miss our exciting live auction. DATE: Saturday, August 9... read more →

July 11, 2025
Abetone, Aspen, Bariloche, Chamonix, Davos, Garmisch P, Queenstown, Shimukappu

Jun 04

IMPROVING PATIENT CARE THROUGH THE MEDICAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM

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, on surgical nurse, one dentist, one dental assistant, one physical therapist and one speech therapist. The visitors conduct peer study... read more →

June 4, 2025
Bariloche, Medical Exchange

Jun 03

CONGRATULATIONS ELETTRA!

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 in her school and host community. Elettra has been working hard at Aspen High School in her International Baccalaureate (IB)... read more →

June 3, 2025
Abetone, Student Exchange

May 10

LARA WHITLEY: “ART FOR PEACE, ARTE PARA LA PAZ”

"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, person to person, community to community, around art. With little budget or resources, but full hearts and intention, the grassroots... read more →

May 10, 2025
Artist Exchange, Bariloche

May 09

ABETONE MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT EXCHANGE

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 importance of making meaningful connections and friends around the world. Take a look at their presentation!

May 9, 2025
Abetone, Student Exchange

May 05

CHAMONIX: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT EXCHANGE AND SKI PATROL FAREWELL.

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, 8th grade teacher at AMS. The students shared a presentation slideshow for the Aspen Sister Cities committee and talked about... read more →

May 5, 2025
Chamonix, Ski Patrol Exchange, Student Exchange

May 04

ACRA: PRIVATE GROUP TOUR TO VISIT ASPEN’S SISTER CITY, QUEENSTOWN.

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 November 22, 2025. Land only packages are available for departures from other airports. See the full itinerary here.

May 4, 2025
Queenstown

Jan 23

GRAYSON BAUER: WHAT MAKES THE SISTER CITY BOND SO SPECIAL

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 Exchange Program in Aspen. From the welcome at Sardy Field to the farewell dinner, the delegation’s heartfelt enthusiasm for all things... read more →

January 23, 2025
Shimukappu