Mar 11, 2026 - Things to Do

Denver Botanic Gardens summer concert series tickets now on sale

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Matthew Houck of Phosphorescent performs at the Denver Botanic Gardens in 2025. Photo: Mark Makela/Getty Images

The Denver Botanic Gardens is poised to come alive with the sound of music this summer.

Why it matters: The amphitheater in the middle of the gardens is one of the most distinctive music venues in Colorado and one of the few that allow you to pack a picnic with food and alcoholic drinks.

State of Play: The gardens will host 14 shows starting June 23 with singer-songwriter John Craigie and Blind Pilot. The season ends Aug. 17 with mandolin extraordinaire Sam Bush and Greensky Bluegrass frontman Paul Hoffman.

Other prominent artists set to perform this summer include indie rock band Soccer Mommy (July 9), jazz trumpeter Chris Botti (July 16), folk duo Watchhouse (July 26) and Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue (Aug. 12)

The vibe: The wine-and-cheese crowd is older and mellow, but die-hard fans can dance the evening away in a small zone in front of the stage.

What's next: Tickets go on sale for garden members this week and the public on March 16.

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