Grand County Boasts Lively Musical Entertainment Schedule, From Show-Stopping Festivals to Quaint Community Concerts
GRAND COUNTY, Colo. May 28, 2024– Nothing screams summertime in Colorado quite like an outdoor concert or festival under the stars, and Grand County has a full schedule to choose from with lots of live music events planned across five towns. Besides experiencing an amazing performance by talented artists, Grand County concert-goers will be treated to fewer crowds, refreshing mountain air, awe-inspiring scenery and a laid-back, family-friendly vibe.
22nd Annual Blues From The Top Festival
Hosted by the Grand County Blues Society, this soulful 3-day festival June 28-30 promises to be the best yet with an incredible lineup of blues legends and rising stars playing on two stages set in downtown Winter Park. Attendees will experience the magic of live music with the beautiful Continental Divide as a backdrop at the Rendezvous Event Center, with performances by Colorado darlings Big Head Todd & The Monsters, plus Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Eric Gales, Charlie Musselwhite, Canned Heat, and many more. Single-day tickets and 3-day passes are available, plus a limited supply of VIP tickets promising preferred seating, a private bar, complimentary drinks and hot snacks. Seating at the show is first come, first serve, so snag your spot early! Tickets at https://grandblues.org/bluesfromthetop/
Grand Lake Folk Festival
Globally acclaimed bluegrass band Trampled by Turtles is making a pitstop in Grand Lake on July 13 following their show at Red Rocks Amphitheater on July 11 to headline the inaugural Grand Lake Folk Festival alongside Clay Street Unit and Josiah & the Bonnevilles promising a day filled with vibrant melodies, energetic performances and the soul-stirring essence of bluegrass tunes. The stage will be perched on the shores of Colorado’s highest and deepest natural lake, surrounded by the stunning scenery of Rocky Mountain National Park. This unique performance is sure to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees! Tickets at https://www.axs.com/events/538814/grand-lake-folk-festival-trampled-by-turtles-tickets
Summer Nights at Granby Ranch
Mosey over to the expansive patio surrounded Bluebird Bistro located at the base of Granby Ranch resort for live music, lawn games and food and drink specials every Wednesday night from 5-8 p.m. starting June 12 through August 28. The summer lineup features laid-back acts like Pickin’ on the Dead, Hunker Down, the Gasoline Lollipops and Easy Tiger, among many others. Check out their similar Music on the Patio series on Sunday afternoons from 12-3 p.m. Concerts are free to attend, but additional fees apply for food and beverages. Full schedule and details at https://granbyranch.com/events-activities/2024-summer-nights-concert-series/
High-Note Thursdays in the Park
This free summer concert series brings a mix of musical styles performed on a state-of-the-art outdoor stage every Thursday night from 6-8 p.m. at Rendezvous Event Center in the heart of Winter Park. Come mingle with your neighbors and enjoy a mix of musical styles performed on our state-of-the-art outdoor stage. Bring a picnic, your favorite beverages, and live music; chairs are provided (please leave your pets home).
Rocky Mountain Music Series
Don’t miss this one-day summer festival at Granby Ranch, complete with music, food, drinks, and family-friendly activities like face painters, balloon artists, lawn games, a photo booth, scenic chairlift rides, and more. Bands will perform crowd-pleasing covers by Prince and the Grateful Dead, promising a lively dance party for all ages. Learn more at https://granbyranch.com/events-activities/rocky-mountain-music-series-july-5/
Country at the Park
Head to the Rendezvous Event Center in downtown Winter Park for an afternoon of country and Americana music on August 10. This outdoor amphitheater will host a mix of local and national acts will hit the stage around 3 p.m. and continue playing through sunset—the alpenglow from this venue is the true cherry on top of a fantastic day of dancing in the park. Great music, great fun, boots not required! Lineup and tickets at https://www.playwinterpark.com/article/country-park
About Grand County
Located 67 miles west of Denver, Grand County is home to wide-open spaces, breathtaking mountain scenery and authentic old-west towns. Outdoor recreational activities include golf, boating, fishing, biking, hiking, fishing, hunting and horseback riding.
The area features more than 600 miles of mapped and marked trails, one national park, one national forest, two wilderness areas, two national scenic byways, two major ski resorts, five world-class dude ranches and four mountain golf courses. Grand County’s extensive water network includes Colorado’s largest natural lake, one-thousand miles of streams, thousands of acres of high-mountain natural lakes and 11,000 acres of reservoirs. Download Grand County’s new mobile app at
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