Red Rocks Amphitheatre

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Geologically formed, natural amphitheater consisting of monolithic red sandstone formations that provide perfect acoustics for outdoor performances each summer. Park includes nature trails and the Red Rocks Grill for dining.

Hours: Open to visitors daily from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. (5 p.m. on event days).

The Fray

Fri., May 11, 7:30pm

Global Dub Festival

Fri., May 18, 7:30pm

With Flux Pavilion, Doctor P, Datsik, Download and DirtyLoud

Eric Church

Sat., May 19, 7:30pm

With Brantley Gilbert and Jon Pardi

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The Shins

Tue., May 29, 7:00pm

With The Head and the Heart and Blind Pilot

Third Annual John Denver Tribute

Thu., June 7

With Jim Curry with John Denver band members

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2011 | Best Opening Slot

We in Denver are blessed to have one of the world's greatest music venues just west of town — but only a handful of local musicians will ever get the opportunity to play the hallowed Red Rocks Amphitheater. And without the highly successful Film... More >
2009 | Best Souvenir of the Great Depression

The last depression wasn't all bad news. Thanks to the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Denver area reaped the benefits of several federal projects, including Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Hundreds of New Deal laborers worked to create a stage and... More >
2008 | Best Unexpected Swan Song

When the Fray prepared for a sold-out three-night run at Red Rocks in August, its members asked their favorite bands, including Bright Channel, to play for them. The gig ended up being Bright Channel's final public performance, and while much of... More >
2007 | Best Place to See a Rainstorm

It's rare that rain and concerts go well together. But at Red Rocks, the rain makes a beautiful backdrop. From the concrete seats, listeners get a view of clouds gathering over downtown Denver, and bands often keep playing while everyone watches... More >
2006 | BEST FREE SERVICE

If you only go to a church service once a year, make it the Colorado Council of Churches' Easter Sunrise at Red Rocks. For 58 years, Denverites have been hauling their blankets, parkas, umbrellas and Thermoses up a huge sandstone hill to find... More >

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Westword Reviews and News

Global Dance Festival three-day passes to go on sale Wednesday

By Britt Chester | Thu, February 9, 2012

Get your track pads and refresh buttons ready, electro-heads! Exclusive three-day passes for the 2012 Global Dance Festival at Red Rocks Amphitheater are about to go on sale. This Wednesday, Februar More >
Review: Atmosphere and Common at Icelantic's Winter on the Rocks, 1/27/12

By Britt Chester | Sat, January 28, 2012

ICELANTIC'S WINTER ON THE ROCKS @ RED ROCKS | 1/27/12 Under a star-speckled sky and with freezing temperatures, Atmosphere delivered a greatest hits compilation at Red Rocks Amphitheatre for the in More >
The Fray at Red Rocks on Friday, May 11

By Dave Herrera | Fri, January 27, 2012

Update (2/7/12): Isaac Slade and Joe King give a track-by-track breakdown of Scars & Stories, the Fray's new album. On the eve of releasing their third full-length album, Scars and Stories and More >
Slug of Atmosphere: We're not scared of Colorado in January

By Britt Chester | Thu, January 26, 2012

Sean Daley is family man. He's got a cat, a wife, two children and a house, and he just took his first family vacation, to a small island in the Gulf of Mexico. The music world, of course, knows Daley better as Slug from the Minneapolis-based rap ... More >
Win tickets to Icelantic's (sold out) Winter on the Rocks this Friday!

By Dave Herrera | Wed, January 25, 2012

Update 1/27/12: Contest is over. Congratulations to our winner, Drew Rotman. Check your email for details on how to claim your tickets. Thanks to everybody else for the entries! To paraphrase More >

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saloncherryhillsdayspa

| Sat, March 19, 2011

This is such a fun place, with great memories over the years. This place is historic.

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acrista.billings

| Fri, February 25, 2011

Red Rocks Amphitheater is gorgeous especially at sunset. I love going to concerts there! It can get cold at night so make sure you bring your jacket.

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nagemfog

| Sun, January 02, 2011

Beautiful place to go see concerts or work out running the stairs. Check out the Sunrise Service Easter morning. Early and chilly, but totally worth it. Bring some blankets and something warm to sip on.

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sophiebwest

| Tue, July 13, 2010

One of my favorite places on Earth.

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gerhart2k@gmail.com

| Tue, June 29, 2010

Great venue to see live music!

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