What to do and see in Boulder, Colorado (CO): The Best Concerts & Shows

December 28, 2021 Chanda Heide

Fondly described as “the city nestled between the mountains and reality,” Boulder delivers an urban twist on the outdoor fun you’d expect from a town surrounded by wilderness. In a single day, you can hike miles and miles of trails or bike alongside Boulder Creek – then head back into town for some well-deserved shopping on Pearl Street. And with many of Colorado’s top restaurants right within reach, be sure to treat yourself to at least one great meal.
Restaurants in Boulder

1. Nomad Playhouse

1410 Quince Ave, Boulder, CO 80304-1107 +1 303-443-7510 [email protected] http://www.nomadplayhouse.org
Excellent
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Nomad Playhouse

2. The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

1345 28th St Millennium Harvest House Hotel, Boulder, CO 80302-6803 +1 888-575-3884 http://www.thedinnerdetective.com/colorado/boulder/
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

3. Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company

2590 Walnut St Ste 1, Boulder, CO 80302-5700 +1 303-351-2382 [email protected] http://www.betc.org/
Excellent
86%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company

Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company (BETC) is a professional ensemble of artists that produces outstanding scripts from today's hottest playwrights. Founded in 2006, BETC inspires audiences & enriches our community, providing Colorado with "Wonderful Stories, Wonderfully Told." We add to Boulder's creative identity through our theatrical leadership and exciting cross-disciplinary collaborations. The quality of BETC's work is nationally recognized, as shown by our 2015 American Theatre Wing award and selection of our new-play nominee as one of six chosen for the 2016 National Showcase of New Plays. Our award-winning ensemble members bring heart, artistry, skill, and joy to their work on the BETC stage, creating productions that spark conversations and encourage new insights long after the curtain closes.

4. Chautauqua Auditorium

900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302-7547 +1 303-442-3282 [email protected] https://www.chautauqua.com/events/venues/auditorium/
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Chautauqua Auditorium

5. BDT Stage

5501 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80303-1391 +1 303-449-6000 [email protected] http://www.bdtstage.com
Excellent
54%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 100 reviews

BDT Stage

BDT Stage has been Boulder's Dinner Theatre since 1977. BDT Stage mounts award-winning productions of Broadway favorites as well as a variety of concert and cabaret performances, with dinner served at your table by the performers.

Reviewed By MaruchyX8 - Jupiter, United States

I saw Mama Mia! In NYC, and I have to say, with the exception of the size of the theatre and the more lavish set, these performers nailed it. We found this by accident, as our 18 yo niece with sophisticated taste in entertainment sent us on a hunt for something to do during her visit to Colorado. I will be attending all the upcoming shows. The food, the staff (which is surreal to have Donna complete a set and then come over to your table to pour you coffee during intermission!) and the entertainment was well worth the price.

6. CU Presents

972 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80309-5003 +1 303-492-8008 [email protected] http://www.cupresents.org
Excellent
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

CU Presents

CU Presents is the home of performing arts on the beautiful University of Colorado Boulder campus. Join 100,000 other arts lovers for hundreds of concerts, plays, recitals and more on our stages each year. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. The Artist Series, which for more than 80 years has welcomed world-renowned musicians and dance companies to historic Macky Auditorium. The Colorado Shakespeare Festival, a professional theatre company devoted to the Bard’s works. The Takacs Quartet, a world-renowned chamber ensemble in residence at CU Boulder. The Eklund Opera Program and CU’s New Opera Workshop. Select performances at CU Boulder’s Department of Theatre & Dance. Major events, master classes, workshops and lectures at the CU Boulder College of Music The Holiday Festival, an annual student and faculty music showcase in Macky Auditorium.

7. Colorado Shakespeare Festival

1301 Grandview Ave, Boulder, CO 80302-6209 +1 303-492-8008 [email protected] http://cupresents.org/series/shakespeare-festival/
Excellent
79%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
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Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 135 reviews

Colorado Shakespeare Festival

For over 60 seasons, the Colorado Shakespeare Festival has delighted audiences with classic theatre under the stars. The Colorado Shakespeare Festival is a professional theatre company in association with the University of Colorado Boulder. Since 1958, the festival has celebrated and explored Shakespeare and his continuing influence and vitality through productions of superior artistic quality, education and community engagement.

8. eTown Hall

1535 Spruce St, Boulder, CO 80302-4215 +1 303-443-8696 https://www.etown.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

eTown Hall

9. Boulder Theater

2032 14th St, Boulder, CO 80302-5303 +1 303-786-7030 http://www.bouldertheater.com/
Excellent
41%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
9%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 87 reviews

Boulder Theater

First opened in 1906 as a venue for opera, musical productions and silent movies, this versatile performance center now serves a variety of functions, from meetings and conferences to live theater and concerts.

Reviewed By piccode - Pepperell, United States

Thé venue had great sound and the drinks were priced fairly. There is a bar attached to the venue, thar enables you to direct enter the thearter without the need to wait outside. We would go there again...

10. Fox Theater

1135 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302-7015 +1 303-447-0095 http://www.foxtheatre.com
Excellent
46%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
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Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 26 reviews

Fox Theater

Reviewed By CopperLeah - Loveland, United States

This place definitely caters to a mellow college crowd (which isn't us anymore) but even so, it made for a great experience (mellow is good as we get older, right?) The staff was friendly, the merch booth was set up in such a way that you could easily talk to the band, see the stuff and still get out the door without traffic flow issues. The stage area is well set up with "balconies" and places to lean. They were also smart and provide coat hooks on the undersides of the drink / leaning areas, so you don't have to worry about carrying your coat around on those "freezing outside but too warm inside cause you've been dancing your face off with a crowd" nights. Oh, and parking wasn't nearly the issue I expected it to be in downtown Boulder (at least not on a weeknight). We found parking for free right across the street (metered earlier in the day, but not in the evening). Sweet! We loved seeing Too Many Zoos and Thumpasaurus a second night (the night before we saw them at the Bluebird) and will totally be back when our favorite bands come through.

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