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Stem Night
Nov
12

Stem Night

  • Thursday, November 12, 2026
  • 5:30 PM 7:00 PM
  • Basalt Elementary School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
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Turkey Trot
Nov
26

Turkey Trot

  • Thursday, November 26, 2026
  • 9:00 AM 11:00 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS
Get Your Tickets
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The Taste
Nov
7

The Taste

  • Saturday, November 7, 2026
  • 6:30 PM 11:00 PM
  • Roaring Fork Club (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
GET YOUR TICKETS

Join us for The Taste, hosted by BEF, Basalt Education Foundation’s annual fundraising event benefiting Basalt Public Schools, at the Roaring Fork Club.

Enjoy an evening featuring 40+ Roaring Fork Valley restaurants and beverage partners, a silent auction, and music from a live DJ. The Taste brings our community together to celebrate and support Basalt Public Schools.

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BES Fall Garden Day
Oct
7

BES Fall Garden Day

  • Wednesday, October 7, 2026
  • 8:15 AM 1:00 PM
  • Basalt Elementary School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The entire 4th grade is heading outside for our annual Fall Garden Day, in partnership with RFOV. We need adult volunteers to help with the more technical garden projects. Come for the whole morning or just an hour. Every set of hands helps.

To volunteer, sign up through POINT or the ParentSquare sign-up, or email dpimentel@basaltedu.org.

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Motors on Midland
Aug
22

Motors on Midland

  • Saturday, August 22, 2026
  • 5:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • Midland Avenue Basalt, Colorado (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
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First Day of School
Aug
21

First Day of School

  • Friday, August 21, 2026
  • 8:00 AM 3:30 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS
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Summer Concert Series
Aug
12

Summer Concert Series

  • Wednesday, August 12, 2026
  • 6:00 PM 9:00 PM
  • Basalt River Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

It is a milestone year as Basalt celebrates its 125th anniversary of its incorporation, along with Colorado’s 150th and the nations 250th anniversary. This year the Town of Basalt is hosting nine concerts as part of its summer Wednesday night free concert series, in addition to 13 Friday night Local’s Vocals concerts at Triangle Park in Willits.

A long-standing Basalt tradition, the Wednesday concert series continues to showcase a wide variety of musical genres against the backdrop of the Roaring Fork River. Concerts are held on Wednesday evenings in Historic Downtown Basalt. Bring your blanket, chairs, and a picnic, and enjoy free live music all summer long. Be sure to support area businesses by stopping in for dinner or happy hour before or after the show!

Join the Basalt community from June 17 through August 12, 2026, for a fantastic lineup (details below). Additional details are posted at basalt.net/concerts. The concerts begin at 6 p.m. and run to 9:30 p.m. All supporting acts will perform from 6-7 p.m. with a half hour break. The headliner act begins at 7:30 p.m. 

  • 6–7 p.m – Supporting Act

  • 7 p.m. – Break

  • 7:30–9 p.m. – Headliner

Bring your blanket, chairs, and a picnic, and enjoy free live music all summer long. Be sure to support area businesses by stopping in for dinner or happy hour.

Looking for more free live music? Don’t miss the Town of Basalt’s Local Vocals series at Triangle Park in Willits! These intimate concerts happen every Friday, starting at 5:30 p.m., from June 5 through August 28, 2026. The lineup can be found at basalt.net/concerts.

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BHS Graduation
May
30

BHS Graduation

  • Saturday, May 30, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
  • Basalt High School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
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5th Grade Ex/Ed Camping Trip
May
18
to May 22

5th Grade Ex/Ed Camping Trip

  • Mon, May 18, 2026 8:30 AM Fri, May 22, 2026 3:30 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS
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7th Grade Ex/Ed Camping Trip
May
11
to May 15

7th Grade Ex/Ed Camping Trip

  • Mon, May 11, 2026 8:30 AM Fri, May 15, 2026 3:30 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS
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Art Day: 4th Grade
May
6

Art Day: 4th Grade

  • Wednesday, May 6, 2026
  • 8:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Art Days at Basalt Elementary School is a full day of hands-on creativity, coordinated with The Art Base and powered by local nonprofits and businesses. Students rotate through art stations and projects throughout the day, while teachers gain an additional planning day.

Los Días de Arte en la Escuela Primaria Basalt son un día completo de creatividad práctica, coordinado con The Art Base e impulsado por organizaciones sin fines de lucro y empresas locales. Los estudiantes rotan entre estaciones de arte y proyectos a lo largo del día, mientras que los maestros tienen un día adicional de planificación.

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BES SLC Meeting
May
6

BES SLC Meeting

  • Wednesday, May 6, 2026
  • 8:15 AM 9:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Monthly SLC meeting for BES. Please check in at the front office.

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6th Grade Ex/Ed Camping Trip
May
4
to May 8

6th Grade Ex/Ed Camping Trip

  • Mon, May 4, 2026 8:30 AM Fri, May 8, 2026 3:30 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS
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Scholarship Night
Apr
29

Scholarship Night

  • Wednesday, April 29, 2026
  • 5:30 PM 7:00 PM
  • Basalt High School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Basalt High School hosts Scholarship Night to recognize seniors receiving college scholarships. Basalt Education Foundation is honored to award nearly $30,000 in scholarships to support students as they take their next steps after graduation.

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Art Day: 3rd Grade
Apr
29

Art Day: 3rd Grade

  • Wednesday, April 29, 2026
  • 8:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Art Days at Basalt Elementary School is a full day of hands-on creativity, coordinated with The Art Base and powered by local nonprofits and businesses. Students rotate through art stations and projects throughout the day, while teachers gain an additional planning day.

Los Días de Arte en la Escuela Primaria Basalt son un día completo de creatividad práctica, coordinado con The Art Base e impulsado por organizaciones sin fines de lucro y empresas locales. Los estudiantes rotan entre estaciones de arte y proyectos a lo largo del día, mientras que los maestros tienen un día adicional de planificación.

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Art Day: Kindergarten
Apr
22

Art Day: Kindergarten

  • Wednesday, April 22, 2026
  • 8:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Art Days at Basalt Elementary School is a full day of hands-on creativity, coordinated with The Art Base and powered by local nonprofits and businesses. Students rotate through art stations and projects throughout the day, while teachers gain an additional planning day.

Los Días de Arte en la Escuela Primaria Basalt son un día completo de creatividad práctica, coordinado con The Art Base e impulsado por organizaciones sin fines de lucro y empresas locales. Los estudiantes rotan entre estaciones de arte y proyectos a lo largo del día, mientras que los maestros tienen un día adicional de planificación.

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BHS SAC Meeting
Apr
16

BHS SAC Meeting

  • Thursday, April 16, 2026
  • 5:30 PM 6:30 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Monthly SLC meeting for BES. Please check in at the front office.

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Art Day: 1st Grade
Apr
15

Art Day: 1st Grade

  • Wednesday, April 15, 2026
  • 8:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Art Days at Basalt Elementary School is a full day of hands-on creativity, coordinated with The Art Base and powered by local nonprofits and businesses. Students rotate through art stations and projects throughout the day, while teachers gain an additional planning day.

Los Días de Arte en la Escuela Primaria Basalt son un día completo de creatividad práctica, coordinado con The Art Base e impulsado por organizaciones sin fines de lucro y empresas locales. Los estudiantes rotan entre estaciones de arte y proyectos a lo largo del día, mientras que los maestros tienen un día adicional de planificación.

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BMS SLC Meeting
Apr
15

BMS SLC Meeting

  • Wednesday, April 15, 2026
  • 8:15 AM 9:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Monthly SLC meeting for BES. Please check in at the front office.

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Art Day: 2nd Grade
Apr
8

Art Day: 2nd Grade

  • Wednesday, April 8, 2026
  • 8:30 AM 2:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Art Days at Basalt Elementary School is a full day of hands-on creativity, coordinated with The Art Base and powered by local nonprofits and businesses. Students rotate through art stations and projects throughout the day, while teachers gain an additional planning day.

Los Días de Arte en la Escuela Primaria Basalt son un día completo de creatividad práctica, coordinado con The Art Base e impulsado por organizaciones sin fines de lucro y empresas locales. Los estudiantes rotan entre estaciones de arte y proyectos a lo largo del día, mientras que los maestros tienen un día adicional de planificación.

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BES SLC Meeting
Apr
1

BES SLC Meeting

  • Wednesday, April 1, 2026
  • 8:15 AM 9:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Monthly SLC meeting for BES. Please check in at the front office.

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Bingo Night
Mar
19

Bingo Night

  • Thursday, March 19, 2026
  • 5:00 PM 7:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

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BMS SLC Meeting
Mar
18

BMS SLC Meeting

  • Wednesday, March 18, 2026
  • 8:15 AM 9:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Monthly SLC meeting for BES. Please check in at the front office.

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BHS SAC Meeting
Mar
16

BHS SAC Meeting

  • Monday, March 16, 2026
  • 5:30 PM 7:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Monthly SLC meeting for BES. Please check in at the front office.

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BES SLC Meeting
Mar
4

BES SLC Meeting

  • Wednesday, March 4, 2026
  • 8:15 AM 9:30 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Monthly SLC meeting for BES. Please check in at the front office.

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BES School Tour
Feb
27

BES School Tour

  • Friday, February 27, 2026
  • 8:30 AM 9:30 AM
  • Basalt Elementary School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
 
 
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BES School Tour
Feb
20

BES School Tour

  • Friday, February 20, 2026
  • 8:30 AM 9:30 AM
  • Basalt Elementary School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
 
 
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BMS SLC Meeting
Feb
18

BMS SLC Meeting

  • Wednesday, February 18, 2026
  • 8:15 AM 9:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Monthly SLC meeting for BES. Please check in at the front office.

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BES School Tour
Feb
13

BES School Tour

  • Friday, February 13, 2026
  • 8:30 AM 9:30 AM
  • Basalt Elementary School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
 
 
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BES School Tour
Feb
6

BES School Tour

  • Friday, February 6, 2026
  • 8:30 AM 9:30 AM
  • Basalt Elementary School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
 
 
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High School Info Night
Feb
5

High School Info Night

  • Thursday, February 5, 2026
  • 5:30 PM 6:30 PM
  • Basalt Middle School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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Screenagers: Movie & Discussion
Feb
3

Screenagers: Movie & Discussion

  • Tuesday, February 3, 2026
  • 5:30 PM 7:00 PM
  • Basalt Elementary School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A powerful documentary on the impact of screens on kids, plus real-life strategies families can use.

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Early giving for Colorado Gives Day is officially open!

Donate now through December 8 and help us fund teacher grants, scholarships, and hands-on learning for students across Basalt Public Schools. Plus, every donation is boosted by the $1M+ Incenti
Cheers to the folks keeping our glasses full!

The Taste is tomorrow night, and we couldn’t raise a glass without these beverage partners. 

Thank you for pouring your support into Basalt Public Schools:
Aspen Vodka
Bom Dia Brazilian Bubbles
Br
The final round of restaurants!

Last but not least, these five are bringing the sweet and the savory to The Taste: Longhorn Legacy. 

Thank you to:
Element 47 at The Little Nell
Two Rivers Cafe
Boards and Baskets
FARM Chocolate
Ajax Donuts

From fir
Another round of tastings!

West End Social
Youthentity
The Kodiak Club
Estilo Salvadoreño
Kyoto Japanese Cuisine

Tickets are going fast for Saturday, and every one supports Basalt Education Foundation and Basalt Public Schools.

Come hungry.
Fringe? Yes. Sequins? Absolutely. A purple cowboy hat? We’d love to see it.

Saturday is your excuse to go full Longhorn. Pair your best boots with a varsity jacket, throw on that gold fringe you’ve been saving, or keep it simple. However
The silent auction for The Taste is open!

First up: two nights at @mollie_aspen. Trade the boots for a robe and enjoy a weekend in town without the drive home.

Every bid supports Basalt Public Schools.
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