From Dave Matthews Band and Styx to Lil Wayne, Bryson Tiller, Ty Myers, and more, Denver’s concert calendar is packed with live music all weekend long.
Denver is closing out August with a massive weekend of live music.
From legendary rock bands and jam favorites to hip-hop heavyweights, electronic artists, indie acts, and local talent, more than 35 concerts are happening across Denver, Morrison, Englewood, and Boulder from Friday, Aug. 28, through Sunday, Aug. 30.
Whether you’re looking for an outdoor concert under the Colorado sky, a massive Red Rocks show or an intimate night at one of Denver’s legendary clubs, there’s plenty to put on your calendar.
Here are some of the concerts we have our eyes on, followed by the rest of the shows happening around the city.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 28
Dave Matthews Band at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre
Dave Matthews Band returns to Fiddler’s Green for an outdoor night of the band’s signature blend of rock, folk, jazz and improvisational jam music. With one of the most dedicated live audiences in music, this is an easy pick for anyone looking for a classic Colorado summer concert experience.
📍 Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre
6350 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Englewood, CO 80111
Styx at Ball Arena
Classic rock takes over Ball Arena as Styx brings its catalog of arena-ready anthems to Denver. Expect a night filled with longtime favorites and the theatrical rock sound that helped make Styx one of the defining bands of its era.
📍 Ball Arena
1000 Chopper Circle, Denver, CO 80204
Goose at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Goose brings its improvisational live show to one of the world’s most iconic concert venues. The Connecticut-based jam band has built a huge following around its energetic performances, extended jams and genre-blending sound.
📍 Red Rocks Amphitheatre
18300 W. Alameda Parkway, Morrison, CO 80465
ALSO HAPPENING FRIDAY
The Sword, Red Fang & The Spoon Benders — Mission Ballroom
📍 4242 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80216
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Snakehips — The Church Nightclub
📍 1160 Lincoln St., Denver, CO 80203
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Mike Sherm — Fillmore Auditorium
📍 1510 Clarkson St., Denver, CO 80218
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Nitzer Ebb & Pig — Summit
📍 1902 Blake St., Denver, CO 80202
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Steve Von Till, Kowloon Walled City, Moor Mother & More — Hi-Dive
📍 7 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80209
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YOOKiE, Shanghai Doom, I-Ku & The Split — Cervantes’
📍 2637 Welton St., Denver, CO 80205
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Franklin Jonas — Globe Hall
📍 4483 Logan St., Denver, CO 80216
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Gentleman Deluxe & am Price — Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox
📍 1215 20th St., Denver, CO 80202
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 29
Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz at The Junkyard
Two hip-hop heavyweights are teaming up for a Denver night featuring Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz. Expect a set packed with recognizable hits spanning both artists’ careers.
📍 The Junkyard
1136 N. Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
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Instagram: @liltunechi | @2chainz
Bryson Tiller, Majid Jordan, Ty Dolla $ign & Austin Millz at Red Rocks
R&B and hip-hop take center stage at Red Rocks as Bryson Tiller headlines a stacked lineup featuring Majid Jordan, Ty Dolla $ign and Austin Millz.
The combination of contemporary R&B, hip-hop and electronic influences makes this one of Saturday’s biggest outdoor shows.
📍 Red Rocks Amphitheatre
18300 W. Alameda Parkway, Morrison, CO 80465
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Instagram: @brysontiller | @majidjordan | @tydollasign | @austinmillz
Little Stranger, Jarv & G. Love & Special Sauce at Mission Ballroom
Little Stranger brings its genre-blending sound to Mission Ballroom with Jarv and G. Love & Special Sauce. Expect a lively mix of alternative, reggae, hip-hop and roots influences.
📍 Mission Ballroom
4242 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80216
ALSO HAPPENING SATURDAY
Monster Rally — Cervantes’ Other Side
📍 2637 Welton St., Denver, CO 80205
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Satin Jackets — Bluebird Theater
📍 3317 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80206
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Jason Ross — Ogden Theatre
📍 935 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80218
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Ozomatli — Fox Theatre
📍 1135 13th St., Boulder, CO 80302
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Party Pupils — The Rooftop at Vinyl
📍 1082 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
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Kowloon Walled City, Moor Mother, Water Damage & More — Hi-Dive
📍 7 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80209
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YOOKiE, Ruvlo, Lizdek & Foxx — Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom
📍 2637 Welton St., Denver, CO 80205
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The Rock and Roll Playhouse — Levitt Pavilion Denver
📍 1380 W. Florida Ave., Denver, CO 80223
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Goatsilk, Our Darkest Sin, VeilOf TheTomb & Buried in Lies — Moe’s Original Bar-B-Que
📍 Moe’s Original Bar-B-Que, Englewood
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Baby Weight — Club Vinyl
📍 1209 Lincoln St., Denver, CO 80203
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Tre Burt — Globe Hall
📍 4483 Logan St., Denver, CO 80216
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Finn O’Sullivan & Eve Coffman — Skylark Lounge
📍 140 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80209
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 30
Ty Myers & Brent Cobb at Red Rocks
Sunday night gets a country and Americana soundtrack as Ty Myers takes the Red Rocks stage with Brent Cobb. Myers’ modern country sound paired with Cobb’s Southern-rooted songwriting makes this a strong choice for anyone looking to close out the weekend outdoors.
📍 Red Rocks Amphitheatre
18300 W. Alameda Parkway, Morrison, CO 80465
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Instagram: @tywmyers | @brentcobbmusic
Kyle Hollingsworth Band at Levitt Pavilion
The Kyle Hollingsworth Band brings its jam, funk and improvisational energy to Levitt Pavilion for an outdoor Sunday show.
📍 Levitt Pavilion Denver
1380 W. Florida Ave., Denver, CO 80223
Dennis Ferrer at Club Vinyl
House music legend Dennis Ferrer takes over Club Vinyl for a Sunday night built around deep grooves, soulful house and dance-floor energy.
📍 Club Vinyl
1209 Lincoln St., Denver, CO 80203
ALSO HAPPENING SUNDAY
Midwife, Dead Rider & Violenteer — Skylark Lounge
📍 140 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80209
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Fenix Flexin — Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom
📍 2637 Welton St., Denver, CO 80205
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Kazha, Koy Pond & Master Ferocious — Bar 404
📍 404 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
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With more than 35 concerts happening across Denver, there is no shortage of live music to choose from this weekend.