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Where rivers meet, and community thrives.

Basalt offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with a mix of historic charm and modern amenities. The town is known for its friendly locals, thriving arts scene, and easy access to world-class outdoor recreation. It's a place where you can feel both connected to nature and part of a close-knit community.

Downtown Basalt
COMMUNITY GUIDE · BASALT
Basalt, Pitkin County

City Snapshot

Population

3,984

County

Pitkin County

Timezone

America/Denver

Median Income

$103,049

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Aspen Valley Hospital

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This Week

Up in the Sky

2026-08-07 at 8:30 PM

Up in the Sky Music Festival

2026-08-07 at 8:30 PM

Up in the Sky Music Festival

2026-08-08 at 8:30 PM

Garfield County Humanitarian Awards

2026-09-14

Hotel Colorado

Thievery Corporation - July 3rd/4th, 2016 - Concert Poster

2026-10-01 at 10:30 PM

Community Leaders

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Michael Bennet

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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John Hickenlooper

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Jared Polis
Jared Polis

Governor

Democratic Party