Where to See Live Music in Breckenridge

National Repertory Orchestra concert at the Riverwalk Center.

The National Repertory Orchestra

Craft the perfect romantic date night around a National Repertory Orchestra (NRO) concert at the Riverwalk in Breckenridge. During its eight-week summer season, the NRO performs as many as 21 orchestral concerts and more than 32 free community concerts. Select from a variety of orchestral and chamber works—such as Romeo & Juliet or E.T. The Extra Terrestrial Film in Concert—led by Music Director Carl Topilow and joined by world-renowned guest conductors.

BreckCreate’s Sonic Lodge

Check the BreckCreate event calendar for these monthly musical gatherings at Old Masonic Hall on Main Street. The gallery space hosts mini-concerts performed among art installations and interactive exhibits, while Broken Compass Brewery offers a cash bar.

Breckenridge Music 

What started in 1981 as a 10-day festival dubbed “Bach, Beethoven & Breckenridge” has since evolved into a full-on locally coveted institute serving the community year-round performances,  from New Orleans funk band Trombone Shorty to Colorado folk artist Bonnie Paine of Elephant Revival. Search the Breck Music event calendar to sort by classical, popular, festival and social performances and gatherings. Watch for national jazz, rock, folk, bluegrass and country acts playing at the Riverwalk Center throughout the summer.

Breckenridge Music AirStage

Let the good times roll! Breckenridge Music takes concerts outside, on the road and into your neighborhood with its new mobile stage, the Breck Music AirStage (a retrofitted 1975 Airstream Ambassador Travel Trailer) to accommodate a 14.5-foot wide by 9-foot deep stage. Performances at the AirStage will include neighborhood concerts, family-friendly pop-ups, artist residencies and special donor events as well as programming that supports Breckenridge Music Festival.

Events by and large will be free with the goal of connecting neighbors within the communities of Breckenridge and greater Summit County. Attendees will be encouraged to social distance and wear masks so that all can enjoy these much-needed concerts safely and without worry. Blankets and folding chairs are encouraged to help make the concert experience more comfortable.

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RMU’s hidden beer garden is perfect for music, corn-hole and sunshine!

Seek out acoustic happy hours, local bands and the hottest mountain DJs at the following restaurants and bars.

Motherloaded Tavern 

There’s always something fun happening at the comfort-food queen, Motherloaded Tavern. Check out live music throughout the week- they have karaoke night and trivia too! Don’t miss happy hour daily from 3 to 6 p.m.

Blue River Bistro 

Sip handcrafted martinis in Blue River Bistro’s mod upscale setting while regional talent plays everything from Delta Blues to Jazz every Monday and Tuesday evenings, 5 to 10pm. Don’t miss their weekend brunches from 10am to 2pm every Saturday and Sunday!

Napper Tandy’s Irish Pub 

Nicknamed the pub that parties like a club, Napper Tandy’s Irish Pub is an unpretentious, laid-back time with familiar bar food, a pool table and a stage that hosts popular entertainers. When the 6 Million Dollar Band plays, don your best neon 80’s gear and join loyal fans in a high-energy dance-til-you-drop jam out.

The Gold Pan Saloon 

Breckenridge’s dance party go-to and locally loved watering hole, The Gold Pan Saloon is home to the longest held liquor license west of the Mississippi. Head here on Friday and Saturday nights for live tunes and a small, but rowdy, dance floor.

Rocky Mountain Underground (RMU) 

Rocky Mountain Underground’s hidden beer garden is the perfect spot to kick back in an Adirondack chair with a cool cocktail and take in indie, bluegrass and rock performances from an intimate stage under the stars. Play a round (or two) of corn hole, and check out their locally made and award winning ski gear too!

The Blue Stag Saloon

Enjoy live music at The Blue Stag‘s cozy, intimate atmosphere and catch up with friends and family. Try their craft cocktails, over 40 rotating craft bottle beers, 8 rotating taps, a wide variety of whiskeys, and a selection of vine products that can accommodate any palate.

Windy City Pizza 

Windy City Pizza is a fun, family-friendly option for live acoustic tunes over happy hour deals from 3- 6 p.m. Try their Chicago-style slices, appetizers, beer and specialty cocktails.

Cecilia’s Martini Bar & Nightclub 

For a guaranteed good time late-night scene, Cecilia’s Martini Bar and Nightclub keeps the south end of Main Street bumping with DJ-driven dance floors.

Whiskey Star

Enjoy 160+ whiskeys and live music in the heart of Main Street at Whiskey Star.

Burk & Rileys

Burke and Riley’s has something for everybody whether it’s just catching a game over a beer at the bar, eating a great meal with your family, or meeting up with your friends to enjoy a drink while watching live music.