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UID:43883-1780560000-1780560000@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Qigong For Everyone
DESCRIPTION:Qigong takes place every Thursday from April 2 to October 29 \nStart your morning with a healing Qigong session. \nEnjoy the ancient healing practices of Qigong\, led by Shanti Medina\, which combine simple movement\, breath work\, meditation\, and relaxation to reduce stress and promote overall health and well-being. \nParticipants will meet in the Academic Hall Lobby.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/qigong-for-everyone/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Academic Hall\, 298 Morning Glory Rd.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Experiences
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SUMMARY:Railroad Earth - 25th Anniversary Celebration - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Because preservation work at the Chautauqua Auditorium is taking longer than expected\, this show has been cancelled at Chautauqua.\nZ2 Entertainment & 88.5 KGNU Present\n    \nDoor time: 6:00\nShow time: 7:00 \nFor over two decades\, Railroad Earth has captivated audiences with gleefully unpredictable live shows and eloquent and elevated studio output. The group introduced its signature sound on 2001’s The Black Bear Sessions. Between selling out hallowed venues such as Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison\, CO\, they’ve been responsible for launching signature festivals Hangtown Music Festival in Placerville\, CA and Hillberry: The Harvest Moon Festival in Eureka Springs\, AR. Sought after by legends\, the John Denver Estate tapped them to put lyrics penned by the late John Denver to music on the 2019 vinyl EP\, Railroad Earth: The John Denver Letters. Beyond tallying tens of millions of streams\, the collective have earned widespread critical acclaim from David Fricke of Rolling Stone\, American Songwriter\, Glide Magazine\, and NPR who assured\, “Well-versed in rambling around\, as you might expect from a band named after a Jack Kerouac poem\, the New Jersey-built jam-grass engine Railroad Earth has let no moss grow under its rustic wheels.” \n \nTICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF FEES.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/railroad-earth/
LOCATION:CO
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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UID:44162-1780646400-1780646400@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Enchanted Mesa Group Hike
DESCRIPTION:This hike takes place every Friday from April 3 to October 30 \nJoin our guided group hikes on the Enchanted Mesa\, where vibrant wildflowers and lush forests surround you. This tranquil\, beginner-friendly 2-mile trail features a gentle 500-foot elevation gain—perfect for soaking in nature’s beauty at a relaxed pace. Bring a hat\, water bottle\, and wear comfortable\, sturdy shoes. \nHikers will be required to sign an experience event liability waiver when checking in for the hike. \nDuration: 1 Hour \nParticipants will meet in the Academic Hall Lobby. \nThis is a free event\, but registration is required. Click “Get Tickets” to register.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/enchanted-mesa-group-hike/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Academic Hall\, 298 Morning Glory Rd.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Experiences
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UID:45848-1780740000-1780740000@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Boulder Colorado National Trails Day Group Hike & Trails Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join American Hiking Society\, GORE-TEX® Brands and REI Co-op on June 6th\, 2026 in celebration of National Trails Day® at the scenic Chautauqua Park! \nStart your day with fresh air and breathtaking views as REI Co-op leads a morning group hike on the picturesque Chautauqua Park trail loop. This hike offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature\, meet fellow outdoor enthusiasts\, and appreciate the beauty of our trails. \n10:15 AM-12:15 PM: Starting from the Colorado Chautauqua Picnic Shelter\, the hike will join Bluebell Road (Bluebell Trail) and eventually connect to the Flatirons Loop. We will follow the Flatirons Loop and then end back at the Picnic Shelter for the afterparty event! The group hike will be around 2.5 miles. No minimum age to participate. Please bring the essentials needed for a 2.5 mile hike \n12:00 PM to 2:00 PM: After the hike\, gather with us at Chautauqua’s picnic shelter area for a Trails Celebration. \nWhether you’re a seasoned hiker or new to the trails\, this event promises to be a day of adventure\, learning\, and fun. Register and be a part of this special National Trails Day® event.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/national-trails-day/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Picnic Shelter\, 900 Baseline Road Boulder\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Experiences,Home Feature
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UID:40381-1780774200-1780774200@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Joe Jackson - MOVED TO PARAMOUNT THEATRE
DESCRIPTION:Because preservation work at the Chautauqua Auditorium is taking longer than expected\, this show has been cancelled at Chautauqua and will now take place at the Paramount Theatre in Denver on the same date. \nYou can purchase tickets to the Paramount Theatre show beginning Friday\, April 17\, at 10:00 AM at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00648ABB06BC2C\nVENUE PRESALE – Thurs 4/16 @ 10 am MDT to Thurs 4/16 at 10 pm MDT (Password: JOE)
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/joe-jackson/
LOCATION:CO
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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CREATED:20250519T222056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T224811Z
UID:43943-1780912800-1780912800@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Colorado Chautauqua History Tour
DESCRIPTION:History Tours take place on Mondays from April 6 to October 26 \nJoin us for a walking tour of the Colorado Chautauqua National Historic Landmark. This quarter-mile stroll covers the central public buildings and cottages\, including the iconic Chautauqua Auditorium\, Missions House Lodge\, Rest Cottage\, Community House\, and Galey Cottage. \nParticipants will meet in the Academic Hall Lobby. \nThis is a free event\, but registration is required. Click “Get Tickets” to register.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/colorado-chautauqua-history-tour/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Academic Hall\, 298 Morning Glory Rd.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Experiences
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T205918Z
UID:44939-1780995600-1780995600@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Rewilding Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful\, guided hike led by Rose Gay. This hike is designed to awaken your senses\, ground you in the present\, and inspire gratitude for the beauty of the forest. \nBring a water bottle\, hat\, sunscreen\, and hiking shoes. \n2 Mile Loop with 500 Feet of Elevation. \nDuration: 90 Minutes \nParticipants will meet in the Academic Hall Lobby. \nThis is a free event\, but registration is required. Click “Get Tickets” to register.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/mindfulness-hike/2026-06-09/
LOCATION:Academic Hall\, 298 Morning Glory Rd.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Experiences,Home Feature
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T173410Z
UID:44024-1781078400-1781078400@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Yoga For All
DESCRIPTION:Yoga takes place every Wednesday from May 13 to October 28 \nStart your day with a relaxing practice suitable for all ages and fitness levels in the beautiful Enchanted Mesa Garden. Led by Shanti Medina\, this nurturing yoga class will help you reconnect with nature and your own body and mind. Yoga mats are available at the lodging office for complimentary use.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/yoga-for-all/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:Academic Hall\, 298 Morning Glory Rd.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Experiences
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CREATED:20250814T201049Z
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UID:44892-1781085600-1781085600@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Geology Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the fascinating geology of the Flatirons on a guided walk where ancient rock formations tell stories millions of years in the making. Discover the natural wonders beneath your feet while enjoying breathtaking views and engaging insights. Led by local expert and professional geologist\, Bruce Manchon. Please bring water\, hat\, sunscreen and study shoes. Please no pets. Meet in the Academic Hall. \nDuration: 90-120 minutes\, depending on the number of questions \nThis is a free event\, but registration is required. Click “Get Tickets” to register.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/geology-hike/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:Academic Hall\, 298 Morning Glory Rd.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Experiences,Home Feature
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SUMMARY:Lee Harris accompanied by Davor Bozic: The Oneness Experience - MOVED TO BOULDER THEATER
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Z2 Entertainment\n \nDoor time: 5:30\nShow time: 6:30 \nStep into an extraordinary evening of connection\, inspiration\, transformation\, and music with internationally acclaimed teacher\, channeler\, and musician Lee Harris. In this 3-hour live theater event\, Lee will open a space that is both profound and practical\, where insight\, healing\, and laughter flow in equal measure. \nDrawing on his intuitive gifts and more than two decades of working with tens of thousands worldwide\, Lee will share timely messages that speak directly to the challenges and opportunities of our changing world. With his trademark warmth\, humor\, and down-to-earth guidance\, he will help you release what no longer serves\, reconnect with your own inner wisdom\, and align with a deeper sense of purpose and joy. \nEvery Oneness Experience is unique. Lee reads the energy of the room and channels teachings that are tailored to the audience\, offering clarity\, perspective\, and practical tools you can carry into your everyday life. Whether you are seeking emotional healing\, spiritual insight\, or simply an evening that nourishes your soul\, you will leave uplifted and empowered. \nAccompanying Lee on stage is longtime collaborator\, composer\, and multi-instrumentalist Davor Bozic\, whose live music and soundscapes create an atmosphere of resonance and renewal. The interplay of channeling and music weaves a powerful journey—an immersive experience that touches both heart and spirit. \nJoin us for The Oneness Experience and discover what becomes possible when community\, wisdom\, and music come together. It’s more than an event—it’s a doorway into greater harmony\, purpose\, and connection. \n \nTICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF FEES.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/lee-harris/
LOCATION:CO
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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UID:26987-1782046800-1782072000@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Flatiron Sounds Music Festival | Boulder Colorado
DESCRIPTION:LINEUP\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				FOOD & DRINK\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				MARKET VENDORS\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				FESTIVAL INFO\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				SPONSORS\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Flatiron Sounds Music Festival\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Celebrate summer in Boulder at Chautauqua’s Flatiron Sounds Music Festival\, a free\, family-friendly event set against the iconic Flatirons. Held on Sunday\, June 21 (Father’s Day) from 1–8 PM\, the festival features live performances from Neal Francis\, Lindsay Lou\, Armchair Boogie\, Blessing Bled Chimanga\, and Pick & Howl. Enjoy a full day of live music\, local food vendors\, craft beer from 4Noses\, and an artisan market at one of Boulder’s most scenic outdoor venues. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Lineup\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Neal Francis\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Lindsay Lou\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Armchair Boogie\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Blessing Bled 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Goods Bakery\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Artistico                     \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click Here to Apply\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Festival Information\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				ABOUT THE FESTIVAL\n				Join us in Boulder\, Colorado\, on Sunday\, June 21\, for an unforgettable outdoor music festival experience! Explore our vibrant vendor market\, savor delicious bites from local food vendors\, and sip on refreshing brews and cocktails. With captivating live music performances throughout the day\, this free event promises endless fun for the whole family. \nSUNDAY\, JUNE 21\, 2026 | FREE ADMISSION | ALL AGES | RAIN OR SHINE1:00 PM – 8:00 PMChautauqua Park900 Baseline Rd.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302 \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				GETTING HERE\n				Flatiron Sounds Music Festival is held at Chautauqua Park \n900 Baseline Road\, Boulder \nChautauqua Park has limited parking! Public transportation\, ridesharing\, or biking is recommended. \nPARKING \nParking will be VERY limited at Chautauqua\, and attendees are encouraged to carpool\, use public transportation\, or use ridesharing taxis. \nWhere to park at Chautauqua: On Baseline Road\, at the main trailhead parking lot\, in the neighborhoods north of Baseline Road\, or east of 12th Street. Parking around the Green at Chautauqua Park will be restricted. \nADA PARKING \nADA parking will be available to the West (Kinnikinnick Road). Additional ADA parking will be available at the Chautauqua Trailhead or the Academic Hall. \nSHUTTLE \nThe Park-to-Park Shuttle will be operating from 8 am to 9 pm. Please visit here for the shuttle route: https://www.chautauqua.com/2021/hop2chautauqua/ \n  \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				RESTROOMS\n				Portable restrooms will be located inside the festival\, with additional restrooms at the Ranger Cottage\, the Trailhead\, and the lower level of the Chautauqua Dining Hall. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				ACCESSIBILITY\n				ADA Parking \nADA parking will be available to the West (Kinnikinnick Road). Additional handicapped parking will be available at the Chautauqua Trailhead\, or the Academic Hall. \nThe Festival takes place on the Chautauqua Green\, a wide grassy lawn. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				DOG FRIENDLY\n				Dogs are allowed but must be on leash. Pick up after your pet. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				PERMITTED & PROHIBITED ITEMS\n				For the safety of our Festival attendees\, the following items are not permitted: \n\nGlass bottles/objects\nIllegal drugs\, alcoholic beverages\, tobacco\, marijuana or cannabis products\nWeapons or items construed as weapons (i.e. knives\, Leatherman’s\, pepper spray\, stun-guns\, firearms\, etc.)\nLaser pointers / pens\, glow sticks\nAir horns\, bullhorns\, whistles\, noisemakers\, etc.\nSparklers\, fireworks\, smoke bombs\, lighters\, etc.\nBicycles – can be parked outside\, and cannot be brought in.\nUnapproved pamphlets\, handouts\, advertisements\, etc.\nDrones\, remote controlled flying devices or UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles)\nLarge tarps\nNo shade structure or tents may be staked in the ground\nOther items as determined by event management\nNo outside alcohol is permitted inside the Festival. Beer\, wine\, and spirits will be available for purchase inside for ages 21+\nNo smoking of any sort\, such as tobacco\, marijuana\, or vaping\, is permitted\nLarge items (over 10’x10′)\n\n  \nPermitted Items: \n\nBlankets\nLawn chairs\nUmbrellas\nAluminum and plastic water bottles\nPhones and cameras without removable lenses\nBinoculars\nLarge umbrellas (must stay behind the soundboard)\n\n  \nFor your safety and the safety of others\, guests and their possessions are subject to inspection as a condition of admittance. \nCity Of Boulder Park & Rec regulations apply \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				CONTACT\n				Questions? Email us at flatironsounds@chautauqua.com \n			\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Presenting Sponsors\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Festival Sponsors\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				All Flatiron Sounds proceeds benefit the Colorado Chautauqua\, a National Historic Landmark and 501(c)3 Nonprofit. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Discover\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Public Events\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Discover our concert series and enjoy live music and events at the base of the Flatirons. Don’t miss out on evenings filled with melodies and memories! \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Lodging\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Save on an amazing summer staycation. Pack in even more fun when you stay during Father’s Day weekend & our FREE Flatiron Sounds Music Festival! Use code JUNE3NT when you book below to get 15% off. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Private Events\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Unique indoor and outdoor venues for groups of 15-80. Make your next meeting\, retreat or celebration one for the history books. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Dining Hall\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Contemporary farm-to-table Colorado Bistro Cuisine in Boulder’s oldest surviving restaurant. Take in the glorious Foothills views from the wraparound porch. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Concerts/Events\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Book Now\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Gathering Venues\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Dining Hall Info
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/flatiron-sounds/
LOCATION:Chautauqua\, 900 Baseline Rd.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home Feature,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260310T155029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T154806Z
UID:43275-1782414000-1782414000@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Blind Pilot + John Craigie
DESCRIPTION:Tickets Are Flying!\nZ2 Entertainment & 105.5 The Colorado Sound Present\n     \nDoor time: 6:00\nShow time: 7:00 \nBlind Pilot\nThe first Blind Pilot album in eight years\, In the Shadow of the Holy Mountain emerged from a period of artistic crisis and the radical transformation of their creative ecosystem. “I went through a few years where I wasn’t able to write—I tried therapy\, I read books on writer’s block\, I went on writing trips\, but nothing was helping\,” says Israel Nebeker\, frontman for the Oregon-bred band. After stepping back and reimagining his songwriting approach\, Nebeker challenged himself to write an entire album in a month\, then brought those songs to his bandmates with a newfound sense of receptivity. “I told myself that whatever songs came through in that month would be for the love of the band and music we make together\,” says Nebeker. “Instead of being controlling in the studio\, I wanted to let the songs live and breathe with the band as an entity. By the time we finished\, it was the most joy we’d ever had in making an album together.” \nProduced by Josh Kaufman (The Hold Steady\, David Wax Museum)\, In the Shadow of the Holy Mountain brings a potent new energy to the elegantly composed folk/indie-rock of past LPs like 2016’s And Then Like Lions. In a profound step forward for the band—whose lineup also includes drummer/co-founder Ryan Dobrowski\, bassist Luke Ydstie\, and multi-instrumentalist Kati Claborn—Blind Pilot’s fourth full-length unfolds with an exquisite fluidity\, fully harnessing the undeniable chemistry. “In the past we’ve always been very serious and intentional about the process\, but Josh often encouraged us to throw away our preconceived notions of what the songs were supposed to be\,” says Nebeker. “So much of the album came from all of us playing live together\, listening to each other and trusting our instincts\, and really getting to the core of the song\,” Dobrowski adds. The result: the most revelatory expression yet of Blind Pilot’s palpable reverence for music as a connective force. \nWhile Blind Pilot intends to tour principally as a quartet in support of the record\, the album includes contributions from longtime trumpeter/keyboardist Dave Jorgensen and vibraphonist Ian Krist. In bringing the album to life\, the band worked with a rich palette of instrumentation\, handling each track with equal parts extraordinary care and unbridled spontaneity. For both Dobrowski and Nebeker—who formed an early iteration of the band as college students in the mid-aughts—those moments of ineffably closeness serve as the lifeblood of Blind Pilot. “For me making this album felt like celebrating being together and still feeling that deep connection that’s been a throughline for our entire adult lives\,” Dobrowski says. “One of my very favorite things about music is the way it not only connects us as bandmates\, but allows us to connect to an audience—and then within that audience\, people end up connecting with each other. It’s this powerful thing that’s unlike anything else\, and in a way it’s kind of like magic.” \n \nJohn Craigie\nFor over a decade\, John Craigie has made music that brings people in\, not with spectacle but with sincerity and songs that feel like conversations. \nHis new album I Swam Here\, out February 6\, 2026 on Zabriskie Point Records\, was written and produced by Craigie and recorded between New Orleans and Astoria. Seven tracks were cut at Deslonde St Studios with musicians handpicked by Sam Doores of The Deslondes\, including Howe Pearson\, Max Bien Khan\, Jonny Campos\, and a guest appearance from Desiree Cannon. Longtime collaborator Anna Moss appears across much of the record. The remaining tracks were finished at the Rope Room in Astoria\, carrying over the same spirit and palette. The cover art\, painted by Brittany Schall\, nods to the design of mid century samba and jazz records. \nThe album’s singles trace the path of its making. “Fire Season\,” engineered by Bart Budwig\, was one of the first songs written and features Cooper Trail\, Nevada Sowle\, Luke Ydstie\, and Jamie Greenan. “Dry Land” was reworked in Astoria after early New Orleans sessions didn’t feel right. “Edna Strange\,” inspired by Marty Robbins\, is the only track where Craigie plays steel string acoustic\, with Max Bien Khan on nylon string leads and a trio vocal arrangement in place of Moss’s harmonies. \nFollowing 2024’s Pagan Church with TK & The Holy Know-Nothings\, which spent six weeks at #1 on the Americana Albums chart\, I Swam Here feels both expansive and intimate\, shaped by the musical history of the Gulf Coast and the stillness of the Pacific Northwest. \nCraigie remains a tireless live performer\, touring throughout the U.S.\, Europe\, and Australia\, appearing at festivals like Newport Folk\, Pickathon\, Edmonton Folk Festival\, and High Sierra\, and sharing the stage with artists such as Langhorne Slim\, Sierra Hull\, Gregory Alan Isakov\, Brett Dennen\, and Jack Johnson. His annual #KeepItWarm Tour donates $1 from every ticket sold to regional nonprofits\, and his John Craigie On The River trips on the Tuolumne and Rogue rivers have become cherished gatherings for fans. \nI Swam Here is a grounded\, collaborative step forward\, blending New Orleans grit with Pacific Northwest quiet\, and showing a songwriter still widening the world of his music. \n \nTICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF FEES.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/blind-pilot-john-craigie/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Home Feature,Summer Concert Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260626T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260127T185059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T204249Z
UID:41630-1782500400-1782500400@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:The Wallflowers with Early James
DESCRIPTION:Low Ticket Alert!\nPresented by Z2 Entertainment & 103.5 The Fox\n   \nDoor time: 6:00\nShow time: 7:00 \nThe Wallflowers will mark the 30th anniversary of their landmark album Bringing Down the Horse with a nationwide U.S. tour kicking off April 17\, 2026. The band will perform their classic album in its entirety\, in sequence. The tour will also include a performance at Stagecoach\, the world’s largest country music festival. \nOriginally released on May 21\, 1996\, Bringing Down the Horse was a critical and commercial triumph. The album peaked at number four on the Billboard 200 and was certified quadruple platinum\, cementing the band’s place in ‘90s rock history. \nThe LP yielded four hit singles: \n\n“6th Avenue Heartache” – Two Grammy nominations (1997)\n“One Headlight” – Reached #1 on the Billboard singles chart\, winning two Grammy Awards (1998). The songranked #58 on Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Pop Songs”\n“The Difference” – Grammy nomination (1998)\n“Three Marlenas” – Released as the album’s final single in October 1997\n\nInfluenced by a slew of first-generation American songwriters including The Band and Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers\, The Wallflowers will also pay tribute on the upcoming tour to the 50th anniversary of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers’ by playing Petty’s 1982 album Long After Dark in its entirety and in sequence as well. \nJakob Dylan\, the band’s chief songwriter\, remains a vital performer in American rock music. As part of three decades of work\, in 2002\, he inducted Tom Petty into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. In 2018\, he performed in the critically acclaimed documentary Echo in the Canyon\, collaborating with artists ranging from Neil Young and Eric Clapton to Beck\, Cat Power\, Norah Jones\, Regina Spektor. \nDylan also contributed songs to several soundtracks\, including The Wallflowers’ cover of “Heroes” for the 1998 Godzilla film soundtrack and “Arms of a Ghost” to television series\, NCIS Los Angeles and “Nothing But the Whole Wide World” to Friday Night Lights. In 2025 The Wallflowers supported Eric Clapton on his US tour as they have done in the past for him as well as the supporting performances for the Who and The Rolling Stones. \n \nTICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF FEES.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/the-wallflowers-2/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Home Feature,Summer Concert Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260628T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260628T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260126T180919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T155102Z
UID:41628-1782675000-1782675000@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:The Crane Wives - ACT II with special guest Yasmin Williams
DESCRIPTION:Low Ticket Alert!\nPresented by Z2 Entertainment & 88.5 KGNU\n      \nDoor time: 6:30\nShow time: 7:30 \nThe Crane Wives\nBorn of the 2010’s folk boom and now comfortably stationed in their rock and roll era\, The Crane Wives epitomize the evolving landscape of indie folk. Their high-energy performances have been described as “charged with emotion and technical skill” (Blurred Culture LA)\, while their harmony-dense melodies support deeply resonant lyrics\, exploring the vulnerable and the ugly sides of the human condition. The band has amassed over 1.3 million monthly listeners on Spotify\, racking up over 150 million streams on their most popular songs and accumulating listenership from far-flung corners of the US to the UK\, Australia\, Germany\, Brazil\, Poland\, Mexico\, and the Philippines. \nFeatured by Michigan Radio and NPR’s “All Songs Considered\, ”the band recently released their sixth full-length studio record\, Beyond Beyond Beyond\, to high praise\, with Glasse Factory calling the album “a testament to the band’s ability to turn personal struggles into universally relatable anthems.” Niner Times describes the new release as “angsty\, haunting and gritty\, ”praising its departure from the more traditional folk sound of the Crane Wives’ previous records. Since its release in Sept 2024\, Beyond Beyond Beyond has accrued over 24 million streams on Spotify. \nThe pulse of the Crane Wives is delivered by Ben Zito (bass) and Dan Rickabus (drums)\, creating a driving\, dynamic backdrop while co-leads Emilee Petersmark and Kate Pillsbury establish expansive and gritty conversations between their electric guitars. A web of three-part harmony helps to soften the blow of their emotional candor\, like a 21st century Cerberus\, the hound of Hades reimagined as an emotional support animal. \nThe Crane Wives have 6 full-length albums under their belts and have performed over 600 shows across the US\, sharing stages with acts such as The Avett Brothers\, Lake Street Dive\, Rusted Root\, The Dead South\, Joseph\, and many more. \n \nYasmin Williams\nYasmin Williams is an innovative guitarist and composer known for her unique compositional approach and expansive instrumental style. Her latest album Acadia\, released on Nonesuch Records\, showcases her evolution from solo performer to collaborative artist\, featuring partnerships with notable musicians like Aoife O’Donovan and Immanuel Wilkins. \nWilliams’ distinctive creative process involves “ruminating” on single notes until compositions naturally emerge. Beyond traditional fingerpicked guitar\, she demonstrates mastery of multiple instruments including kora\, harp guitar\, banjo\, and electric guitar. Her music\, while rooted in folk traditions\, transcends conventional structures to incorporate elements of progressive rock and experimental composition. \nFollowing her acclaimed 2021 album Urban Driftwood\, Acadia represents a significant artistic expansion\, featuring three distinct sections that move from traditional folk influences to atmospheric soundscapes and experimental arrangements. Williams’ approach emphasizes sustained tones and intricate articulation\, creating music that balances technical precision with ethereal\, floating melodies. \n \nTICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF FEES.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/the-crane-wives/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Home Feature,Summer Concert Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260630T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260630T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T165024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T173246Z
UID:41483-1782847800-1782847800@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:The Robert Cray Band - All Amped Up Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Z2 Entertainment\n \nDoor time: 6:30\nShow time: 7:30 \nRobert Cray Premium Merchandise Package: \n-Premium Concert Ticket\n-Exclusive T-shirt\n-Autographed 8×10 Photo\n-Exclusive Guitar Keychain \n*Merchandise is shipped the week of the show date to the address provided at checkout and may arrive shortly before or after the show. This package does not include a meet and greet with the artist. Merchandise subject to change. For questions related to your VIP Package order\, please email: VIP@ONELIVE.COM or call (877) 717-5816.  \n  \nBlues icon. Soul man. Rock and roller. Robert Cray is all these things – and more. The Georgia-born\, Washington-raised musician first picked up a guitar after seeing The Beatles on TV then\, having witnessed Jimi Hendrix perform in Seattle\, determined that his destiny would also follow a similar path. And so he has: across the past half century Robert Cray’s developed into one of American music’s most singular artists. \n“I guess you’d have to say that we were lucky\,” reflects Cray on his life in music\, “because\, growing up in the 1960s\, the different music played on the radio really opened us up. I mean\, we even had Albert Collins play our high School graduation party.” \nFrom forming a teenage garage band\, through to striding the stage alongside several of the world’s greatest guitarists\, Robert Cray’s story is one of struggle and commitment. Struggle and commitment that led to Cray enjoying phenomenal success – selling millions of albums and countless concert tickets\, winning five Grammy Awards\, being inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame\, recipient of the Americana Music Lifetime Achievement Award\, designing two signature model Fender guitars – yet for Robert what’s always mattered most is the music. Every note he plays counts\, every song he sings is delivered as if it is his last: integrity and intensity are what has guided Cray’s musical career. He has never cheapened his output or delivered a substandard performance. \nIndeed\, his commitment to making music of the highest standard has won Cray both a loyal audience and the respect of many of popular music’s most legendary figures. \nThink about it: Robert Cray has shared stage and/or studio with the likes of John Lee Hooker\, Muddy Waters\, B.B. King\, Buddy Guy\, Chuck Berry\, Albert Collins\, The Rolling Stones\, Eric Clapton\, Tina Turner\, Stevie Ray Vaughan\, the Memphis Horns and Hi Rhythm Section. Cray’s stinging guitar playing and soulful voice\, his skills as a band leader and performer\, mark him as keeper of the flame for American roots music\, an artist who never fails to deliver. \n“We were so lucky just be able to see them\,” says Cray of trading guitar licks on stage with legends of blues\, rock and soul\, “let alone share the stage with them – what an experience!” \nCray’s rise to the top was\, like his music\, a slow burn\, he first building a following in small towns across the Pacific Northwest. Even before Cray had a record deal he enjoyed local hero status – so much so in 1978 he was cast (as a musician) in Animal House\, the blockbuster comedy that made John Belushi famous. 1978 was also the year Cray recorded his debut album\, Who’s Been Talkin’\, although Tomato Records’ internal problems held up Talkin’s release until 1980. And then\, just as Talkin’ was winning great reviews\, Tomato collapsed into bankruptcy. Got the blues? Young Robert certainly could have claimed he had them. But Cray isn’t given to complaining\, instead he persevered\, committed then\, as he is now\, to taking his music to the people. \nAfter Tomato\, Cray and his band – today consisting of Richard Cousins (bass guitar – there since high school days)\, Dover Weinberg (keyboards) and Les Falconer (drums) – used the momentum the album gave them to play further afield. By now Cray was buddies with a young guitarist from Texas: Stevie Ray Vaughan. \n“We played in 1979 at the San Francisco Blues Festival\,” recalls Cray\, “and I watched Stevie’s show and he’s just smoking. Afterwards Richard and I went up and chatted with him and we just hit it off. Stevie was great – if we were in Austin he’d always come and join us on stage.” \nSigning to Hightone\, Cray’s 1983 album Bad Influence established him internationally: he was invited to play Carnegie Hall\, toured Europe\, later finding Eric Clapton recording Bad Influence’s title track. 1985 saw Cray’s False Accusations album increase his standing as the foremost singer of blues noir songs\, while that year’s Showdown! – a sizzling collaboration with guitarists’ Albert Collins and Johnny Copeland – won Robert huge acclaim from blues musicians and fans: the new guy’s the real deal! Signing to Mercury Records\, Cray’s 1986 album Strong Persuader ensured he became the first blues/soul musician to breakthrough in the MTV era. \nStrong Persuader won Cray rave reviews from pop and rock critics\, topped charts worldwide\, saw Cray grace the cover of Rolling Stone magazine and winning the Grammy for Best Contemporary Blues Recording in 1988. Strong Persuader\, with its songs of infidelity\, guilt and unease\, while not in any sense conventional Top 40 music\, proved so strong an album it broke through barriers\, sold millions of copies and would prove extremely influential (2026 being the 40th anniversary.) Cray’s breakthrough allowed both young and older blues and soul musicians to gain wide attention and radio play: John Lee Hooker’s career resurrection came soon after with The Healer\, and Robert plays on that seminal album. \n“It was great to be able to travel around the world\,” says Cray of Strong Persuader’s success. “It afforded us a lot of great opportunities that we were lucky to experience.” \nCray’s being modest here: suddenly he found himself the hottest guitarist working – Tina Turner invited Robert to support her huge European tour (every night\, after playing with his band\, Cray would join Tina on stage to play A Change Is Gonna Come)\, then Keith Richards called\, requesting Cray join the band backing Chuck Berry for Taylor Hackford’s celebratory feature length documentary Hail Hail Rock ‘N’ Roll. Here Cray not only got to play with the mercurial Berry (+Linda Ronstadt and Etta James\, amongst many notable artists)\, he also formed a friendship with Steve Jordan\, then drummer for the project and Richards’ solo band. \nNow internationally famous\, Cray found himself in intense demand: he toured with The Stones and played with B.B King\, Buddy Guy and Eric Clapton. Headlining in noted music festivals – these included Glastonbury in the UK and Crossroads Guitar Festival in the US – and kept developing his sound over a selection of strong albums across the 1990s. Cray’s songwriting has addressed ageing\, love\, loneliness\, domestic turmoil and US politics. \nAs an artist Robert Cray’s aged like fine wine – his voice has developed a greater range and expressiveness\, this he’s put to use on masterful interpretations of such Southern soul standards as I Forgot To Be Your Lover (William Bell)\, Your Good Thing Is About To End (Mable John) and Nobody’s Fault But Mine (Otis Redding). At the same time\, Cray’s guitar playing now possesses an additional depth\, a growl that can hint at a caress then signal emotional upheaval. \nHis recent run of albums – 2014’s In My Soul\, 2017’s Robert Cray & Hi Rhythm and 2020’s masterful That’s What I Heard (all produced by Steve Jordan: now the Stones’ drummer) – are amongst the very finest he’s made. Every song here is deeply felt\, whether an agonised song of loss\, an angry protest number\, or a dance tune that gets audiences pumping (My Baby Likes To Boogaloo is great funky fun). \nAcross five decades Robert Cray has created a richly inclusive American music\, revitalising both blues and soul while rocking hard with the very best. To achieve 50 years in the music industry and still be as fresh and committed as when starting out is an achievement few can boast of but Cray can: he has released 19 studio albums\, every one replete with his extremely distinctive songs\, won five Grammy Awards and continues to make music that sounds like no one but Robert Cray. “All these years we have been fortunate to do what we love doing\, playing the music we love playing\,” says Cray with a smile. “I couldn’t ask for anything more. \nTICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF FEES.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/the-robert-cray-band/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Home Feature,Summer Concert Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260709T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260709T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T234843Z
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SUMMARY:Himari Plays Sibelius + Tchaikovsky 5
DESCRIPTION:Door time: 7:00 PM\nShow time: 7:30 PM \nThe 2026 Festival opens with a once-in-a-generation violinist: Himari\, a 14-year-old phenomenon who has already collected substantial awards and recognition\, performs Sibelius’s Concerto for Violin\, full of Nordic snow and moody skies. Just as Sibelius invokes his native Finland\, Tchaikovsky’s dramatic Fifth Symphony is infused with Russian colors. Composer Carter Pann also unveils a brand new piece of music to celebrate the start of the Festival season \nArtists \nPeter Oundjian\, conductor\nHimari\, violin\nCarter Pann\, composer   \nProgram \nCarter Pann\, World Premiere\nJean Sibelius\, Concerto for Violin \n— \nPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky\, Symphony No. 5 \nALL TICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF SERVICE FEES
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/himari-plays-sibelius/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Concerts,Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260710T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260710T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T234852Z
UID:41850-1783708200-1783708200@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Himari Plays Sibelius + Tchaikovsky 5
DESCRIPTION:Door time: 6:00 PM\nShow time: 6:30 PM \nThe 2026 Festival opens with a once-in-a-generation violinist: Himari\, a 14-year-old phenomenon who has already collected substantial awards and recognition\, performs Sibelius’s Concerto for Violin\, full of Nordic snow and moody skies. Just as Sibelius invokes his native Finland\, Tchaikovsky’s dramatic Fifth Symphony is infused with Russian colors. Composer Carter Pann also unveils a brand new piece of music to celebrate the start of the Festival season \nArtists \nPeter Oundjian\, conductor\nHimari\, violin\nCarter Pann\, composer   \nProgram \nCarter Pann\, World Premiere\nJean Sibelius\, Concerto for Violin \n— \nPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky\, Symphony No. 5 \nALL TICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF SERVICE FEES
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/himari-plays-sibelius-2/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Concerts,Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260712T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260712T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T155016Z
UID:41852-1783852200-1783852200@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Free Family Concert
DESCRIPTION:Door time: 10:00 AM\nShow time: 10:30 AM \nBring your littlest listeners to our annual Free Family Concert! We are pleased to offer this concert in Spanish and English\, and at no charge\, so gather the whole family to enjoy classical and popular favorites. Ideal for music lovers aged five and under. Join us after the concert for a free Family Lawn Fair featuring food trucks\, live music performances\, and more\, in partnership with the Colorado Chautauqua Association. \nArtists \nSamuel Hollister\, conductor\nReally Inventive Stuff \nProgram \nJohn Williams\, Liberty Fanfare\nAntonín Dvořák\, Second Movement\, Symphony No. 9\nSergei Prokofiev\, Peter and the Wolf (Spanish and English) \nALL TICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF SERVICE FEES
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/free-family-concert/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Concerts,Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260712T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260712T143000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260512T155005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T155708Z
UID:45278-1783854000-1783866600@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:America 250 - Colorado 150: Free Family Day
DESCRIPTION:     \nJoin us on Sunday\, July 12\, for our America 250 – Colorado 150 free family day in collaboration with the Colorado Music Festival\, honoring Colorado’s 150th anniversary and America’s 250th anniversary. The festivities begin following a free\, family-friendly concert at the Chautauqua Auditorium featuring Peter and the Wolf\, presented in both English and Spanish. \nAfter the concert\, the celebration continues across the grounds with something for everyone to enjoy. Sample a variety of local food\, retail\, and community vendors\, take part in traditional games and live performances\, and say hi to your favorite barnyard animals at our petting zoo! \nWhether you’re discovering classical music for the first time or simply looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend the day\, America 250 – Colorado 150 offers a vibrant atmosphere that brings together music\, community\, and celebration across generations.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/free-family-day/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260714T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260714T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T235004Z
UID:41856-1784057400-1784057400@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Canadian Brass
DESCRIPTION:Door time: 7:00 PM\nShow time: 7:30 PM \nThe 2026 Robert Mann Chamber Music Series opens with “one of the most popular brass ensembles in the world” (Washington Post)\, the Juno Award-winning quintet Canadian Brass. With a discography of over 130 albums and an extensive worldwide touring schedule\, Canadian Brass is a pioneer in bringing brass music to audiences through their trademark humor\, charismatic stage presence\, and sparkling musicianship. \nArtists \nCanadian Brass \nALL TICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF SERVICE FEES
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/canadian-brass/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Concerts,Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260716T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260716T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T235037Z
UID:41859-1784230200-1784230200@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Yuja Wang + West Side Story
DESCRIPTION:Door time: 7:00 PM\nShow time: 7:30 PM \n“Pianist Yuja Wang is a dazzler\,” claims Cleveland Classical. “She has a way of dressing\, of taking the stage\, and of bowing that bespeaks confidence and star quality.” In her Festival debut\, Wang plays Barber’s Pulitzer Prize-winning Piano Concerto\, a spectacular rainbow of sound. Music Director Peter Oundjian leads Bernstein’s vibrant Symphonic Dances from West Side Story\, as well as short works from Prokofiev and Saint-Saëns.  \nSergei Prokofiev\, American Overture\, op. 42bis\nSamuel Barber\, Piano Concerto \n— \nCamille Saint-Saëns\, Bacchanale from Samson and Delilah\nYuja Wang\, conductor\nLeonard Bernstein\, Symphonic Dances from West Side Story \nALL TICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF SERVICE FEES
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/yuja-wang-west-side-story/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Concerts,Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260717T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260717T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T235048Z
UID:41862-1784313000-1784313000@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Yuja Wang + West Side Story
DESCRIPTION:Door time: 6:00 PM\nShow time: 6:30 PM \nDoor time: 7:00 PM\nShow time: 7:30 PM \n“Pianist Yuja Wang is a dazzler\,” claims Cleveland Classical. “She has a way of dressing\, of taking the stage\, and of bowing that bespeaks confidence and star quality.” In her Festival debut\, Wang plays Barber’s Pulitzer Prize-winning Piano Concerto\, a spectacular rainbow of sound. Music Director Peter Oundjian leads Bernstein’s vibrant Symphonic Dances from West Side Story\, as well as short works from Prokofiev and Saint-Saëns.  \nSergei Prokofiev\, American Overture\, op. 42bis\nSamuel Barber\, Piano Concerto \n— \nCamille Saint-Saëns\, Bacchanale from Samson and Delilah\nYuja Wang\, conductor\nLeonard Bernstein\, Symphonic Dances from West Side Story \nALL TICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF SERVICE FEES
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/yuja-wang-west-side-story-2/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Concerts,Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260718T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260526T155000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T200147Z
UID:45653-1784379600-1784379600@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:A Midsummer Night's Dream
DESCRIPTION:There are two performances of A Midsummer Night’s Dream taking place at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM on July 18. This event takes place in the Waterwise Garden.  \nOne of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, is a lively comedy where love\, magic\, and mischief collide. Four young lovers caught in a chaotic love triangle flee into the woods near Athens\, where they become entangled in a magical feud between the fairy king Oberon and queen Titania. Meanwhile\, a group of amateur actors rehearses a play in the same woods. Oberon’s mischievous servant Puck uses magic to meddle with the mortals\, and chaos ensues: people fall in love with the wrong partners\, identities blur\, and reality feels like a dream. As the night unfolds\, confusion turns to clarity\, and harmony is somehow restored. Set against the foothills of Boulder’s historic Chautauqua Park\, ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ explores illusion vs. reality\, dreams and fears\, and the transformative power of imagination. \n  \nAbout The Spark Boulder \nThe Spark Boulder boasts a 4\,600 sqft venue space that includes a large reception lobby inspired by modern art galleries\, two dance studios with sprung floors\, and a flexible open-air theater. Our space is available to rent for artists\, community groups\, educational pods\, and private events! The venue is also home to The Spark Theater Company | A mentorship Theater Program! Check out more about The Spark Boulder. \n\nTICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF FEES.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/a-midsummer-nights-dream/
LOCATION:CO
CATEGORIES:Home Feature,Performing Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260719T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260719T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T235120Z
UID:41864-1784485800-1784485800@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos
DESCRIPTION:Door time: 6:00 PM\nShow time: 6:30 PM \nFormer Colorado Symphony Music Director Jeffrey Kahane returns to the Festival stage to lead all six of Bach’s celebrated Brandenburg Concertos with the help of trumpeter Maximillian Morel. Possibly the most revered of all Baroque music\, this complete set of Bach’s masterpieces should be on every music-lover’s bucket list.  \nArtists \nJeffrey Kahane\, leader\nMaximillian Morel\, trumpet \nProgram \nJohann Sebastian Bach\, Brandenburg Concerto No. 1\nJohann Sebastian Bach\, Brandenburg Concerto No. 3\nJohann Sebastian Bach\, Brandenburg Concerto No. 5  \n— \nJohann Sebastian Bach\, Brandenburg Concerto No. 6\nJohann Sebastian Bach\, Brandenburg Concerto No. 4\nJohann Sebastian Bach\, Brandenburg Concerto No. 2  \nALL TICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF SERVICE FEES
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/bachs-brandenburg-concertos/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Concerts,Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260720T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260720T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20251216T165051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T155140Z
UID:41294-1784575800-1784575800@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Rosanne Cash with John Leventhal
DESCRIPTION:Low Ticket Alert!\nPresented by Z2 Entertainment\n \nDoor time: 6:30\nShow time: 7:30 \n“One of the most ambitious and literary songwriters of her generation” (Rolling Stone)\, Rosanne Cash is America’s foremost musical woman of letters\, a literate and incisive artist whose poignant and distinctive vocals turn every song into a revelatory tale. A singular artist at the peak of her interpretive powers\, Cash has earned four Grammy awards—three for The River & The Thread (2014\, Blue Note)—and 12 additional nominations. Among many other accolades\, in 2021\, she became the first woman to receive the Edward MacDowell award for music composition. Her acclaimed 2010 memoir Composed has been described by the Chicago Tribune as “one of the best accounts of an American life you’ll likely ever read.” Cash was recently elected as an Honorary American member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters. \n“I consider artists to be in the service industry; the premier service industry for the heart and soul. I am curious to a pathological degree\, and the Sword of Time hangs over me\, and those two things— curiosity and the hourglass— make me feel more urgent than ever to connect\, to find community\, and to create. It doesn’t matter what the world thinks; it only matters that what is unsaid and what is unseen is given form and has a voice.” \nIn 2023\, Rosanne and her husband\, John Leventhal\, the six-time Grammy-winning songwriter\, producer and life-long creative partner\, launched RumbleStrip Records\, an initiative to reexamine and reissue Rosanne’s early work\, originally released on Columbia / Sony Music\, and beyond. \nThe first two releases were a deluxe remastered version and first vinyl pressing of the 30th anniversary of Cash’s landmark album\, The Wheel and Leventhal’s debut solo album\, Rumble Strip (2024)\, released 50 years into his remarkable career. 2025 begins with The Essential Collection\, a new 40 song/40 year 2CD compilation highlighting Rosanne’s deep catalogue of songs\, including 10 number 1 hits. The album coincides with the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum exhibit\, Rosanne Cash: Time Is A Mirror. The exhibit explores Cash’s more than 40-year journey as an artist\, songwriter and storyteller\, and how she has embodied both tradition and innovation across her musical career. It runs through March 2026. \nCash and Leventhal are currently writing the music to the theatrical production of Norma Rae. \n \nTICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF FEES.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/rosanne-cash/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Home Feature,Summer Concert Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260721T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260721T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T235202Z
UID:41872-1784662200-1784662200@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence
DESCRIPTION:Door time: 7:00 PM\nShow time: 7:30 PM \nThe Robert Mann Chamber Music Series continues with a world premiere by “astonishingly innovative” composer James Stephenson (Musical America); while he writes deftly “in all walks of the musical landscape\,” his new quartet features trumpet and strings. Following intermission\, Tchaikovsky remembers Italy — by way of Russia\, of course — in an irresistible sextet for strings\, his final contribution to chamber music. \nArtists \nCMF Musicians \nProgram \nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart\, Trio in E-flat major K. 498 (“Kegelstatt”)\nJames Stephenson\, Love Notes for Trumpet and Strings (world premiere) \n— \nPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky\, Souvenir de Florence (Souvenir of Florence) \nALL TICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF SERVICE FEES
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/tchaikovskys-souvenir-de-florence/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Concerts,Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260722T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260722T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260331T155006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T160236Z
UID:43549-1784748600-1784748600@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:DakhaBrakha
DESCRIPTION:Z2 Entertainment\, 88.5 KGNU\, & Sunflower Seeds Ukraine Present\n          \nDoor time: 6:30\nShow time: 7:30 \nDakhaBrakha is a music quartet from Kyiv\, Ukraine. Their “ethno chaos” sound spans years of performances prior to Russia’s 2022 invasion\, but war is in everything now. They masterfully blend Ukrainian traditional music with influences from around the world\, resulting in an unexpected new music. \nTraditional music has seen a resurgence in Ukraine over the past decades\, after being suppressed during Soviet rule. DakhaBrakha uses Ukrainian polyphony as its foundation\, interweaving complex rhythmic and melodic structures from India\, Arabia\, Africa\, and Australia. Their music is textural\, layered sounds with distinctive percussive heartbeats\, thumping bass lines\, distorted electric guitars and influences of jazz\, spoken word\, rap and even punk. DakhaBrakha calls this tapestry of influences “ethno chaos.” And this chaos is a strength\, allowing them to draw in strands of music that connect Ukraine with the world. \nThey are troubadours\, activists and educators. Though their name means Give/Take in the old language\, DakhaBrakha is new Ukraine\, both pre-colonial and post-Soviet\, working within a global network of art and music. They aim to help audiences see Ukraine not as a monolith\, but as a cosmopolitan culture that takes in other cultures and gives in return.  \nDakhaBrakha was created in 2004 at the Kyiv Center of Contemporary Art “DAKH” by the avant-garde theatre director Vladyslav Troitskyi. Theatre work has left its mark on the band performances – their shows are always staged with a strong visual element. Projected behind them are a mix of animations from different Ukrainian artists and photos of life in today’s Ukraine. Some are celebratory\, bright and bold. Some are dark\, others curious\, a reflection of the many facets of Ukrainian culture. \nIn March 2011 DakhaBrakha was discovered by Australian Womadelaide and began their ascent in the international music scene. They have since played hundreds of concerts and performances at major international festivals including Big Ears Festival\, Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival\, WOMAD\, Roskilde Festival and on the main stage at the Glastonbury Festival. In March 2020\, DakhaBrakha won the Shevchenko National Prize for Musical Arts – the biggest award in Ukraine in the sphere of contemporary art – and confirmed its place in the culture once again. In 2023 DakhaBrakha won globalFEST’s Artist Award in the USA and became Chevaliers of the Order of Arts in France. \nThe band is currently in the process of recording their first album since 2020 in Kyiv (Ukraine)\, which combines material created before and during Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.  \n \nTICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF FEES.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/dakhabrakha/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Home Feature,Summer Concert Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260723T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260723T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T235257Z
UID:41875-1784835000-1784835000@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:All American: Copland\, Gershwin\, & More
DESCRIPTION:Door time: 7:00 PM\nShow time: 7:30 PM \nSix-time Grammy-winning conductor and Music Director Laureate of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra Leonard Slatkin joins the Festival for a program celebrating the distinctive American sound. This spotlight on American composers begins with Aaron Copland’s Rodeo with its iconic “Hoedown\,” followed by a chaconne from John Corigliano’s romantic score for the film The Red Violin. After the break: Ron Nelson’s paean to the South’s Savannah River\, a haunting adagio by “unmistakably American-sounding” Cindy McTee (Washington Post)\, and finally George Gershwin’s jazzy symphonic poem An American in Paris.  \nArtists \nLeonard Slatkin\, conductor\nNjioma Grievous\, violin   \nProgram \nAaron Copland\, Rodeo\nJohn Corigliano\, Chaconne for Violin and Orchestra from The Red Violin (1997) \n— \nRon Nelson\, Savannah River Holiday (1952)\nCindy McTee\, Adagio for Strings (2002)\nGeorge Gershwin\, An American in Paris \nALL TICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF SERVICE FEES
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/all-american-copland-gershwin-more/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Concerts,Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T201852Z
UID:43177-1784901600-1784901600@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:Conduct Yourself - A Hands -On Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will take place on the Chautauqua Auditorium stage. \nGet insights about conducting from Maestro Leonard Slatkin in a hands-on workshop onstage at Chautauqua Auditorium.
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/conduct-yourself/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Home Feature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260724T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260724T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T210612
CREATED:20260303T164529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T235330Z
UID:41878-1784917800-1784917800@www.chautauqua.com
SUMMARY:All American: Copland\, Gershwin\, & More
DESCRIPTION:Door time: 6:00 PM\nShow time: 6:30 PM \nSix-time Grammy-winning conductor and Music Director Laureate of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra Leonard Slatkin joins the Festival for a program celebrating the distinctive American sound. This spotlight on American composers begins with Aaron Copland’s Rodeo with its iconic “Hoedown\,” followed by a chaconne from John Corigliano’s romantic score for the film The Red Violin. After the break: Ron Nelson’s paean to the South’s Savannah River\, a haunting adagio by “unmistakably American-sounding” Cindy McTee (Washington Post)\, and finally George Gershwin’s jazzy symphonic poem An American in Paris.  \nArtists \nLeonard Slatkin\, conductor\nNjioma Grievous\, violin   \nProgram \nAaron Copland\, Rodeo\nJohn Corigliano\, Chaconne for Violin and Orchestra from The Red Violin  \n— \nRon Nelson\, Savannah River Holiday\nCindy McTee\, Adagio for Strings\nGeorge Gershwin\, An American in Paris \nALL TICKET PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF SERVICE FEES
URL:https://www.chautauqua.com/event/all-american-copland-gershwin-more-2/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Auditorium\, 100 Morning Glory Dr.\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colorado Music Festival,Concerts,Home Feature
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