Live Music In Denver
Where to Enjoy Live Music in Denver: Bars, Parks & Concert Venues
The Denver area is packed with live music venues, offering something for every vibe—from intimate bar shows to major concert venues. Here are the top ways to enjoy live music in Denver:
- Bars & Restaurants – Catch local bands in a laid-back setting at Denver live music bars. Great for grabbing a drink or bite while enjoying free or low-cost music. Tickets sometimes required.
- Music in Parks – During the summer, several Denver area parks host outdoor live music events and family-friendly concert series. These shows are often free or low-cost.
- Concert Venues – Want the big show experience? Head to iconic Denver concert venues like Red Rocks for major artists and unforgettable performances. Tickets required and prices vary by event.
Bars & Restaurants
These locations are great spots catch live music and have a drink:
A great spot on 16th St Mall that has live music every night! Check out their website for a list of who is playing. Pro tip: great steaks for a reasonable price.
Cocktail bar in River North Arts District open Wednesday-Sunday each week. Check their event calendar for live music details, shows most nights starting around 7pm.
Located on East Colfax in Denver, this lounge has live music 4-5 nights per week. Tickets required.
Live music bar in River North Arts District with shows several nights per week. Tickets required. Also known for Bass Bingo and other events.
Blues bar and Cajun cafe near Platt Park. Live music several nights per week. Check event calendar for full details.
Live music bar downtown with shows every day. Also a menu for snacks and quite a list of cocktails.
Basement bar with live music and/or karaoke every night. More of a dive bar vibe, located in River North Arts District.
Sophisticated Jazz bar downtown with music Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations encouraged for sit down dining.
Jazz club downtown with music most nights. See website for tickets and set times.
Brewery in Five Points with live music a few nights per week. See website for set times and details.
Lakewood bar with live music on Wednesdays and weekends. Also a Pittsburgh Steelers Bar.
Edgewater music bar with live music on weekends and some during the week. Shared with Edgewater Inn Pizza.
Lakewood bar with live music on weekends, also known as a pool bar.
Located in Parker, CO, a popular spot for live music on most nights and having a bite to eat.
Music lounge in River North Arts District that has a day show on Saturdays featuring local DJs.
Live music bar serving up BBQ in River North Arts District with shows most nights. Tickets required.
Evergreen bar, 35 minutes from Denver. Live music six nights a week. Some shows require tickets, check the website for details.
Live music bar on South Broadway in Denver with shows several nights per week.
Music in Parks
Parks around Denver that have summer outdoor concerts series:
Located in Ruby Hill Park, there are free concerts on the weekends (usually Thursdays – Sundays) from late May until September. Check calendar for full details.
Every Wednesday from June 18 to July 30 at 6:15pm catch a show and stay for a mountain sunset at the Sounds Exciting! summer concert series. Live music and local brews with one of the best views of Mt. Morrison. Tickets required, but only $10 in advance and $15 at the park.
Summer concert series at the UMB Bank Amphitheater in the heart of the Denver Botanical Garden. Tickets required and range from $60-100+ and sell out fast!
Summer concert series at the Arvada Center run from June through August at the outdoor amphitheater with both chair and lawn seating. Tickets required and range from $20-80+.
City Park Jazz outdoor summer concert series from June through August, 6-8pm. These concerts are free. Food trucks also on site and City Park is a great spot to catch a sunset.
Concert Venues
The highest capacity and most famous concert venues around Denver:
Red Rocks Amphitheater, Morrison
The most famous spot to catch a concert in the Denver area and one of the most visited venues in the world. Situated naturally between 2 towering red rocks, overlooking the city.
Capacity: 10,000
Empower Field at Mile High, Denver
Home of the Denver Broncos, this open air football stadium also hosts concerts. This is the largest venue in Denver and hosts a few concerts each summer.
Capacity: 76,000
Home of the Denver Nuggets and the Colorado Avalanche, this basketball and hockey stadium also hosts several concerts throughout the year.
Capacity: 21,000
Dicks Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City
Home of the MLS Colorado Rapids, this stadium transforms into a concert venue with field level seating for a few major shows per year.
Capacity: 27,000 (concerts) 18,000 (soccer)
One of Denver’s newest music venues, this 3,950 capacity venue attracts top name artists in a standing room only venue.
Capacity: 3,950
Fiddler’s Green Amphitheater, Greenwood Village
Located in the Denver Tech Center, this 17,000 capacity venue offers open air concerts with views of the mountains.
Capacity: 17,000
Located on Colfax, blending vintage architecture with a vibrant lineup of live music. A longtime favorite in Capitol Hill neighborhood.
Capacity: 1,600
The Fillmore Auditorium, Denver
Historic Denver venue known for its elegant chandeliers and lively shows. A classic spot in Capitol Hill neighborhood.
Capacity: 3,900
The Paramount Theatre is a stunning Art Deco landmark in downtown Denver’s Theater District.
Capacity: 1,870
Beautifully restored Art Deco venue in Englewood known for its rich history and intimate vibe.
Capacity: 1,100
Historic, intimate music venue nestled in Denver’s City Park neighborhood, beloved for its vibrant shows and timeless charm.
Capacity: 500
Multi-level live music and entertainment venue in the heart of downtown Denver
Capacity: 1,200
Warehouse-style space with 30-ft ceilings, offering both indoor and outdoor areas.
Capacity: 3,500