From micro-brewed beer to organic farm-fresh produce, Denver, Colorado, prides itself on being a hub for local flavor, and live music is no exception. Whether you have been golfing the greens at the Cherry Creek Country Club or en route to a pro-golf tournament in Aspen, you will enjoy the groove of live music at a club in Denver.
La Rumba
Latin flair and brass instruments make La Rumba a Denver favorite for live music. Although open every night of the week, Saturday nights feature various full brass ensembles, complete with a tuba, trumpet, percussionists and singers. The music varies: you may hear salsa, merengue, bachata or cumbia. Grab your dancing shoes at arrive early for a free dance lesson before the night entertainment begins, usually around 8 p.m. Drink specials change nightly, and vary between sangria, rum or vodka concoctions and beer.
La Rumba Denver
99 W. 9th Ave.
Denver, CO 80204-4005
(303) 572-8006
www.larumba-denver.com
Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge
Bringing in the biggest Jazz names in the country and showcasing local open-mic talent, Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge is musically captivating. Every night of the week offers a new act, happy hour drinks ($3 beers on tap) and meal selections (try the mini-hamburger sliders or the tempeh). If you go on weekend nights, you may need to purchase tickets in advance. You will love the eclectic and fun decor, down to the 50's charm of the lamps on the wall.
Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge
930 Lincoln St.
Denver, CO 80203-2712
(303) 839-5100
www.dazzlejazz.com
The Fillmore Auditorium
The Fillmore Auditorium attracts both the best of local music and legendary live music acts. This classy auditorium has two open-air levels and excellent sound quality for your musical enjoyment. You can see a live music act almost every night of the week. Be sure to get tickets early and show up at the door before the crowds, as lines tend to wrap around the building.
The Fillmore Auditorium
1510 Clarkson St.
Denver, CO 80218
(303) 837-0360
The Ogden Theater
Located in the heart of Capital Hill neighborhood on Colfax Avenue, the Ogden Theater brings some of the biggest musical acts to Denver. The renovated theater is spacious yet offers an intimate atmosphere that makes you feel like you're a groupie with the band. Nightly preformances include popular and indie local and national names.
The Ogden Theater
935 East Colfax Avenue
Denver, CO 80218
(303) 830-2525
www.ogdentheatre.net
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