While Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a popular venue for concerts, it has so much more to offer. Here are six things to do at, or near, Red Rocks that aren't just concerts.
What's the first thing you think of when you read the words: Red Rocks Amphitheatre? Concerts. Well, what if we told you that there are more things to do at the venue other than go to concerts? We've covered Film on the Rocks, but there are some other awesome things to do at Red Rocks that we haven't shared with you yet. There are both scheduled events and daily events. So, without further ado, let's dive in!Cocktails on the Rocks
More than 150 spirits and cocktail varieties will be at your disposal, all from more than 30 different Colorado distillers. Listen to live music as you sip on a sweet margarita.
When: Saturday, June 3 | 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: T.E.V. Edelweiss Club (near Red Rocks Amphitheatre)
Purchase tickets here.
Wine on the Rocks
Love wine? Love the outdoors? Why not combine the two together? Enjoy samples of more than 180 different wines, plus delicious food, shopping, and live music. It's a wine festival unlike any other in Colorado. When: Saturday, August 5 | 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Where: T.E.V. Edelweiss Club (near Red Rocks Amphitheatre) Purchase tickets here.Run the Rocks
Run a 5K or a 10K around the venue, finishing on the iconic steps next to the amphitheatre. There will be local bands playing sets along the course, and once you've finished the race, celebrate with an ice cold beer. The event is being held to promote lung health and air quality.
When: Sunday, October 8 | 9:30 a.m.
Where: Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Register here.
Stargazing at the Rocks
Red Rocks is beautiful during the day, but at night? It's breathtaking. Here, you can experience some of the best stargazing in all of Colorado. The views are unparalleled to anything you've ever seen before.
When: Non-event days | One hour after sunset
Where: Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Hike the Rocks
Hiking is a staple of Colorado. Everyone loves to do it, but sometimes finding the perfect area to hike can be difficult. Red Rocks can help make that decision easier. With trails that wind through the amphitheatre, you'll journey through the rock formations, valleys, and natural meadows of Red Rocks. When: Open Daily | One hour before sunrise and one hour after sunset Where: Red Rocks AmphitheatreEat at the Rocks
After you've hiked the Rocks, satisfy your belly with delicious food at the Ship Rock Grille. It is a beautiful dining experience that grants breathtaking views of the two boulders and rolling hills. When: Open Daily | 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Where: Red Rocks Amphitheatre View the menu here.
Are there any activities you can do at Red Rocks that we missed on our list? What is your favorite thing to do at the Rocks? Is it concerts, films, hiking, or stargazing? Sound off in the comments below with your favorite.
