COME TO LIFE Scenic Music Venues in the Mountains The electric energy and stunning sounds that come from live-concert performances can feel otherworldly; but at these scenic venues, the views from your seat add even more magic to the music. From crimson monoliths at Red Rocks Amphitheatre to the peaceful waves behind the lakeside Dillon Amphitheater, get ready for a musical journey that engages all your senses. Red Rocks Amphitheatre The naturally occurring, acoustically perfect, jaw-droppingly scenic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison is the mother of all outdoor music venues. Built into the rust-colored cliffs just outside of Denver, this stage is renowned for its impeccable sound quality, which complements performances ranging from folky rambles to bass-pumping EDM sets. And it’s been captivating audiences and musicians alike for more than 100 years now, hosting icons like The Beatles and John Denver. Red Rocks History The giant sandstone outcroppings that form the walls of Red Rocks Amphitheatre are higher than Niagara Falls and are part of the geological Fountain Formation, deposited approximately 280 million years ago. Discover even more reasons to love Red Rocks on Colorado.com. Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison 72 1-800-COLORADO VISIT DENVER
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