Denver Arts & Venues presents free and low-cost programming for residents and visitors to enjoy, elevating the cultural experience, not only in our venues, but throughout the community. We use proceeds from paid events at city-owned venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre and the Denver Performing Arts Complex to make these events and other cultural programming possible and to improve access to art, music and culture for all.
Occasionally, we bring in national or even international artists, but we like to focus on highlighting the amazing talent from our local artists and communities that make our city great.
Here is an overview of our signature events. We always try to create a complete experience that amplifies the featured programming - bringing in cultural partners, field experts, businesses and talent to truly immerse audiences. It also gives us a chance to cultivate collaboration and support for our arts, cultural and creative communities.
Film on the Rocks is presented in collaboration with Denver Film. Now in its 24th season, including two seasons of parking lot drive-ins during the pandemic, Film on the Rocks is one of the most popular, highly attended summer film events in the region. Every film is preceded by live entertainment to kick off the evening.
Curated public art tours hosted by docents and DAV staff help guide residents and visitors through Denver's Public Art Collection. With more than 400 pieces of art in the collection and more in the works, people can find a diverse assortment of tours that suit their interests - virtual, on foot or by bike.
This pre-season conditioning series hosted at Red Rocks is specifically programmed for skiers, snowboarders and winter sports enthusiasts.
Outdoor movie series in the Galleria or Sculpture Park. In partnership with Denver Film, every summer is dedicated to films that celebrate a particular genre, director, art form or theme. We bring in local partners to help us curate the experience with costume contests, games, photo environments, craft cocktails and more.
Start your day with an exhilarating workout at the most awe-inspiring venue in the world – Red Rocks.
Applicants should consider how their project is accessible and welcoming to people with disabilities. Accessibility should be considered throughout the planning, design, and implementation of the project, including any public programming or events associated with it. Projects must make every effort to comply with applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Resources and guidance are available through the Americans with Disabilities Act at ada.gov and the Denver Office of Disability Rights at 720-913-8485.
Denver Arts & Venues complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender or language. It is your right to request oral or written language assistance services in your primary language, if needed. Please contact Denver Arts & Venues and these services will be provided to you free of charge.