Watch Week Aspen Returns For Its Third Year
Watch Week Aspen is returning for its third edition from August 13 to August 16, offering a long weekend of industry leader discussions and watch previews. The free, public event includes presentations on brands like Glashütte Original, Hermès, Omega, and A. Lange Söhne, alongside panels on the pre-owned market and independent watchmaking.
- Event takes place from August 13 to August 16
- Event is free and open to the public
The event kicks off with cocktails at the Gerald Charles Lounge inside Oliver Smith Jeweler, the event's founder, featuring a focus on Gérald Genta's legacy.
Attendees can preview Glashütte Original's latest innovation and rare watches at M.S. Rau, followed by a panel on the pre-owned watch market and collecting trends in partnership with SYYNCH.
New this year is a 3K run led by Emmanuel Bütler, U.S. Brand President of NORQAIN, through downtown Aspen.
Activities include examining Hermès' Le Temps Suspendu complication, a NORQAIN ice cream truck, and presentations on the Omega Speedmaster's heritage and A. Lange Söhne's "Lumen" collection.
Avi & Co. will showcase rare releases from independent brands like F.P. Journe, Richard Mille, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet, while L. Leroy hosts a happy hour presenting a new collection and its Bal du Temps and Elyor releases.
The weekend includes a tennis and pickleball event hosted by Gerald Charles, a VintageFest for collectors to showcase their watches, and conversations from IWC Schaffhausen, Omega, A. Lange & Söhne, and Moritz Grossmann.
Sunday features a presentation by Arnold & Son and a curated selection of watches from Patek Philippe, Cartier, Tiffany, and Ulysse Nardin.