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Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre

Colorado, United States
Best timeMay–Sep
Set inColorado, United States
In season~77°F high
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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16–84°F
Fares from$42
Nearest airportDEN
CurrencyUSD
LanguageEnglish
TimezoneUTC-05:00
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Map showing the location of Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Sep. Go in Aug, Oct for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightNov · 66%
WarmestJul · 84°F
WettestMay
Best windowMay–Sep
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

A natural sandstone amphitheatre carved between two 300-foot rock formations, ranked among the best live music venues in the world.

Best time to visit

Aim for May–Sep, the 5 months that line up best.

Know before you go

  • Free to visit and hike during the day when no show is scheduled: the trading post and visitor center have exhibits on the geology and music history.
  • Concert tickets sell out fast for big acts; check the calendar months ahead if there's a specific show you want.
  • It's genuinely a workout: steep stairs at 6,450 feet elevation catch a lot of first-timers off guard.
  • Sunrise yoga classes are held on the amphitheater steps several mornings a week, open to the public for a small fee.

On foot

The classic way in is the Trading Post Trail. Nearest airport is DEN.

Pairs well with

Union Station
12 mi away
Denver Art Museum
12 mi away
Great Divide
13 mi away
Denver Botanic Gardens
14 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre?

The best time to visit Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre is May–September, in Colorado, United States.

Where is Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre?

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre is in Colorado, United States. The nearest major airport is DEN.

What is Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre known for?

A natural sandstone amphitheatre carved between two 300-foot rock formations, ranked among the best live music venues in the world.

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