Aspen Croquet Cup returns Sept. 22 for second edition at Aspen Meadows
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Aspen Meadows Resort, Hotel Jerome, and The Little Nell are proud to bring back the second edition of the Aspen Croquet Cup on Sunday, September 22, from 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
“Last year’s inaugural Aspen Croquet Cup was a huge success because we came together as a community for a bit of friendly competition, a lot of laughs, and a big impact through our donations,” said Richard Stettner, Vice President for Aspen Campus Facilities and Operations at The Aspen Institute, which owns the Aspen Meadows Resort. in a press release. “This year, we’re hoping to have even more participation and spectators join us for what we see as Aspen’s social event of the fall, with beneficiaries including Dance Aspen, Challenge Aspen, Roaring Fork Conservancy, Basalt Education Foundation, the Chris Klug Foundation, and more.”
The event will take place at the Aspen Meadows’ Marble Garden, with croquet play, mixing and mingling, excellent food and drinks, live music, and fundraising for local causes. Details, tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and more can be found at https://www.aspencroquetcup.org/.
There are several ways to take part:
- Play croquet on a team of two. Team registration is a flat fee of $2,500, with teams choosing their local charity to help make a difference.
- Become a sponsor. An array of options is available starting from $1,000 (inclusive of gratuity/service charge).
- Watch all the fun and cheer on your favorite team. Spectator tickets can be purchased for $116 (inclusive of gratuity/service charge).
All participants and guests must be 21 or older and are asked to respect the Aspen Croquet Cup dress code by wearing lawn-friendly shoes, a hat to shade the eyes, and all-white attire (or light khaki is also acceptable). For a look back at last year’s event, as well as outfit inspiration, read Hilary Stunda’s reporting here.
Access to the event offers all-inclusive food and beverage with bites from the Aspen Meadows, Hotel Jerome, and Little Nell culinary teams, as well Mawita, Taikun, Catch Steak Aspen, Petrossian Caviar, Morocha Resta Bar, and more; beverages from sponsors La Fête Wine Co., Woody Creek Distillers, Fluent Wine, Casey Brewing and Blending, Scale Wine Group, Cervantes Family Vineyards, Westbound & Down Brewing Company, GoodPop, and more; a silent auction with exciting items up for bid; and live music provided by Elan Artists.
Sponsor EKS Events is providing the event design for the second consecutive year, ensuring all is in line for the fun and festive experience.
Aspen Meadows Resort has select value dates for the fall season, with discounts up to 30 percent off, as well as Colorado Resident Rates. More details and booking information at https://www.aspenmeadows.com/offers/.
The Little Nell has special rates for Colorado residents on all rooms and suites during select dates this fall season. More details and information at: https://www.thelittlenell.com/stay/offers
Hotel Jerome has discounts of up to 30 percent for stays of 6 nights or more during select dates. For more information, visit: https://aubergeresorts.com/hoteljerome/special-offers/
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