Global pop sensation Justin Bieber found himself on the receiving end of a parking citation during a weekend visit to the luxurious Colorado ski resort of Aspen. The 31-year-old singer, currently headlining the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, was reportedly informed by local police officers that vehicles from his entourage had been illegally parked on a residential sidewalk.
No VIP Treatment in the Mountains
According to eyewitness accounts from the affluent mountain town, Bieber and his associates were explicitly told that celebrity status does not warrant special treatment when it comes to parking violations in Aspen. This incident occurred as the Canadian-born vocalist, who shares one-year-old son Jack Blues with wife Hailey Bieber, 28, mingled with other prominent figures attending the prestigious film festival.
Festival Fashion and Star-Studded Company
Bieber was photographed exiting a vehicle dressed in a distinctive ensemble featuring a puffy gray coat layered over a zip-up white hoodie, complemented by baggy navy blue trousers and brown moccasins. Later sightings captured the artist leaving Clark's Oyster Bar wearing a gray coat over a button-up top with baggy off-white pants and white sneakers, occasionally shielding his face from nearby photographers.
The Baby singer joined an impressive roster of celebrities converging on Aspen for the festival, which was originally founded by the late Robert Redford. Notable attendees included Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz Beckham, Christina Aguilera, Channing Tatum, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Woody Harrelson, Ethan Hawke, Peter Dinklage, and Gordon Ramsay among others.
Between Snowboarding and Record-Breaking Contracts
Beyond the parking incident and festival engagements, Bieber was observed enjoying local snowboarding activities on Friday, demonstrating his versatility beyond musical performance. This comes as the artist prepares for a highly anticipated sold-out appearance at April's Coachella Music Festival, where he is scheduled to headline.
In a groundbreaking financial arrangement, the two-time Grammy winner has negotiated a compensation package exceeding $10 million for his Coachella performance, surpassing previous records held by musical icons Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. According to an insider conversation with Rolling Stone, Bieber orchestrated this deal directly with promoter Goldenvoice without traditional agent representation, marking a significant shift in artist autonomy.
Fatherly Pride and Professional Evolution
The singer's father, Jeremy Bieber, 50, exclusively told the Daily Mail last autumn that he was "not surprised" by the overwhelming fan response to his son's festival concerts selling out rapidly. He attributed this success to Justin's "very strong work ethic alongside his talent," while noting that fatherhood has profoundly influenced the artist's recent personal and professional development.
"He's really leaning into being a father," Jeremy explained. "I think it's really grounded him into making his best music - I am very proud of him." This period represents what insiders describe as "the start of an exciting new era for Justin - one where he's fully in the driver's seat."
Health Challenges and Musical Legacy
Bieber's current activities follow a challenging period in which the artist canceled the remainder of his Justice World Tour in February 2023 after being diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, a condition that can cause facial paralysis. The singer explained his decision in emotional social media posts, stating he needed to prioritise his health after exhaustion overtook him following a performance at the Rock in Rio festival.
Despite these health setbacks, Bieber's musical legacy continues to thrive. In 2023, he sold the rights to his music catalog for $200 million, as reported by the Los Angeles Times. His most recent studio album prior to Swag was 2021's Justice, which received critical acclaim and produced commercial successes including the Billboard Hot 200 chart-topper Peaches, along with top 10 hits Holy, Anyone, and Ghost.
The Daily Mail has reached out to representatives for both Justin Bieber and the Aspen Police Department for additional commentary regarding the parking citation incident, though no further statements have been released at this time.
