Kimberly Nicoletti

Tower of Power has been defining its own horn-based, funk-and-soul sound since forming in Oakland, California in 1968. And co-foundering sax players Emilio Castillo and Stephen “Doc” Kupka are still going strong.

Mike Super, winner of NBC's “Phenomenon,” top finalist on “America's Got Talent!” and the man who amazed Penn & Teller on “Fool Us” works his magic at the Vilar Aug. 21.

Led by Grammy Award-winning guitarist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, Gov't Mule comes to The Amp for its “Kicking in Your Stall” tour; Vail's the last stop of its summer tour, before the band begins touring with Ziggy Marley through mid-October.

Gear Review collage. Courtesy photo From day into night, this gear has been keeping me comfy throughout my summer activities.

Editor’s Note: This is an abbreviated version of an article from Vail Valley HOME Magazine, available on newsstands. Summertime is made for gathering and grilling with friends and family outdoors. Just thinking about the smell...

The artisan co-op in downtown Fort Collins. Kimberly Nicoletti/Courtesy photo

DanceAspen presents "Crescendo" at the Wheeler Opera House Aug. 27 and 28, 2026. DanceAspen/Courtesy photo

The Los Angeles–based norteño and Mexican music trio Carlos y Charlos will play a free concert on Sept. 10 in Eagle presented by the Vilar Performing Arts Center. Spoon Circus, a roaming circus, also performs at the family-friendly event.

El trío de música norteña y mexicana Carlos y Charlos, con sede en Los Ángeles, ofrecerá un concierto gratuito el 10 de septiembre en Eagle, presentado por el Vilar Performing Arts Center. Spoon Circus, un circo viajero, también se presentará durante el evento para toda la familia.

Gear Review collage. Courtesy photos Traveling quite a bit this summer, including a foreign country, provided nice opportunities to