The magical and majestic Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre is celebrating its 75th Anniversary this year and is just as dazzling today as it was in the beginning. Although the park officially opened in 1941, the first documented concert was in 1906 when John Brisben Walker hosted a 25-piece brass band for the formal opening of the world’s only naturally-occurring, acoustically perfect amphitheatre. But Red Rocks is MUCH more than a music venue, with miles of hiking and biking trails, a trading post, a museum, and more! Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre and all of its amazing attractions is undoubtedly one of the best things to do in Denver!

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One of the earliest most notable shows was in 1964 when the Beatles played, and the venue has since hosted many a rock-n-roller, including Jethro Tull, The Grateful Dead, Sonny & Cher, Widespread Panic, and U2.
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The first annual Easter Sunrise Service was in 1947 and has been a time-honored tradition since. (Picture is the sunrise service from April 18, 1965.)
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There is (and always has been) much to explore at the 640-acre park!
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The blue hours of twilight just before dawn are pure magic...
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...as are the golden hours as the sun emerges on the horizon.
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Throughout the summer on select Saturdays, you can attend Yoga on the Rocks with roughly 2,000 other yogis and spiritual seekers.
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15 years ago, the venue began hosting Film on the Rocks Events, such as this sold out tribute to Prince this year with the showing of Purple Rain.

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There are also miles and miles of trails to trek on foot or by bike...
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...with fantastic views of Denver and the surrounding foothills.
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You may even see a foxy friend while roaming the grounds.
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Red Rocks is breathtaking rain or shine...
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...snow or sleet...
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...and especially under the shimmering stars that burn brighter here away from the city.
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Be sure to hit up their Trading Post gift shop...
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...and visit the interactive exhibits at the museum, where you can see the Performers Hall of Fame display, educational documentaries, and more!

Share your favorite experiences at Red Rocks with us and fellow Denverites in the comments! And take another trip there soon, because you surely wouldn’t want to miss out on one of the best things to do in Denver!

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