Live music in Thornton, CO

Start the weekend on Larimer Square with Larimer Square Live, a First Friday gathering featuring live sets by Michael Cec & Friends. As part of Denver’s citywide First Friday happenings, it highlights local music and a strong sense of community. Make it a full outing by exploring happy hours and dinner at the many restaurants and bars along the block.

Food Truck Fridays return this summer to Mamie D Eisenhower Park with a mix of food trucks and live music. Activities take place on the lawn between the Eisenhower Recreation Center and the pickleball courts. The series is supported by community sponsors Arianna Morris with The Agency, Production Services International, BODYBAR (Hampden South), American Family Care, Shining Lotus, and Iliff Preschool.

Part of Levitt’s free concert season presented by Kaiser Permanente, this Fiesta CO event features Mariachi Sol de Mi Tierra alongside Chicano Heat. It is open to all ages and will go on rain or shine. Admission is free with RSVP, and optional upgrades are available.

This event features rock, alt-country, and roots from The Big Spenders at Rockabillies.

Tomahawk appears with Melvins for a performance at The Ogden Theatre. Admission is limited to guests who are 16 and older. Each household may purchase up to four tickets, and orders that exceed this limit may be canceled without notice.

Hillbilly Demons bring a two-night takeover to Cheers, filling the room with high-energy music and boot-stomping fun. Expect flowing drinks and a party vibe that stretches across both nights.

Bubble Palooza brings a day of bubbly fun to Arvada Marketplace with playful activities for kids and kids at heart. Enjoy swirling bubble machines, a foamy play zone, and giant inflatable slides, along with hands-on bubble science that sparks curiosity. Face painting adds extra color, a live DJ keeps family-friendly music flowing, and all-ages entertainment keeps the energy high. Between activities, browse local shops and savor tasty treats for a lively community outing.

Olde Town Arvada’s Second Saturdays returns with a summertime concert series and street festival that spans two stages and showcases 16 bands from the Front Range over the season. Each weekend features more than 50 artisan vendors, a variety of food trucks, local adult beverages, and a dedicated area for kids, and admission is free. For this edition, the Square Stage includes Deeply Rooted Music School Teen Band and a headlining set from Ignatius Reilly, while the Bank Stage features The Doll House Thieves with the Eric Golden Band as the Bank Stage headliner.

Spirit Ridge is a two-piece act featuring JJ and Mikey, offering melody-forward songs layered with tight vocal harmonies and lively rhythmic interplay. The duo is billed as one of a kind, enjoyable, and memorable, all delivered with a warm, playful charm.

Enjoy an evening of live music as The FIXX performs at The Ogden Theatre in Denver. Admission is limited to guests 16 and older.

Renowned hip hop artist Rick Ross marks 20 years of his debut album Port of Miami with a black-tie concert in Denver that reimagines his chart-shaping tracks with the sweep of a full orchestra and choir. Performing alongside the Renaissance Orchestra and the Sainted Trap Choir, he turns signature songs into a symphonic showcase that blends the grit of hip hop with lush, powerful arrangements for a refined, high-energy night. Part of a national anniversary tour, this special performance invites formal black-tie attire to match the elegant atmosphere.

Eric Golden performs live with a set of traditional honky tonk country music.

Enjoy a lively mix of karaoke and arcade nostalgia at a party that blends singing with classic gaming. Show off your voice at the mic, then switch to pinball and vintage arcade machines for a throwback good time. Whether you are a karaoke regular or just want a fun outing with friends, this Karaoke and Arcade Party offers music, games, and upbeat energy.

Hillbilly Demons bring a two-night party to Cheers in Northglenn, featuring boot-scooting energy, cold drinks, and lively fun throughout. Back-to-back evenings keep the celebration going across both nights.

La Rumba hosts an evening of salsa and bachata with DJ Noslen keeping the music going. A bachata lesson is offered with Subbu and Reid, and there is also a salsa class led by Joseph Snowhawk. Cover is $10, or $15 if you take the classes.

Passion Pit brings The Pretty Penny Tour to the stage for a general admission show. The event welcomes attendees ages 16 and up. Tickets use a tiered pricing system, and all general admission tiers provide the same access. Lower priced tiers will no longer appear once sold out, and you may see multiple price levels available at the same time. Ticket transfers are permitted starting one month after the public on sale.

Pickin' on the Dead shares the bill with Breadbox, who will perform a patio set. The concert takes place at Cervantes' Other Side.

The Lab is a social dance space for experimentation and growth. Rather than a typical social, it functions like a collaborative studio where dancers of any level can refine technique, try new ideas, and build confidence within a supportive community. Participants can ask questions, practice with friends, and focus on improving their social dancing. Contributions are donation-based so pay what feels right, and note that it is not a free event. By entering, participants agree to an anti-harassment policy as well as photography and video consent.

Toad the Wet Sprocket appears alongside Augustana for a live concert at the Arvada Center Outdoor Amphitheatre. This open air performance brings both bands to the same stage.

SUGAR brings the Love You Even Still 2026 World Tour to Mission Ballroom, featuring J. Robbins of Jawbox. This event is open to ages 16 and over. The show uses a blend of general admission and reserved seating, with general admission providing first come, first served access to the floor and bowl areas. Reserved tickets offer seated spots in the East or West balcony, along with nearby bar access and exclusive restrooms, and all balcony tickets also allow access to general admission areas. Through a partnership with PLUS1, $2 from every ticket supports The Trevor Project and its work offering crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth.

Angine de Poitrine brings a live performance to The Ogden Theatre. This event is open to attendees 16 and older. Doors will open ahead of showtime so guests can arrive early and get settled.

The Krank Daddies bring their high-energy rock and roll to Rockabillies. Born from Chops McClintock’s long-held vision that started in 2000 and became a reality in 2005, the band quickly took their show on the road. They have shared stages with Motorhead, Social Distortion, Rob Zombie, Reverend Horton Heat, and others, and they continue to perform at events, festivals, and car shows across the United States. Cover charge is $5.

Part of Levitt’s Free Concert Season presented by Kaiser Permanente, this all-ages, rain-or-shine performance features Shwayze with Claire Wright. Shwayze brings a laid-back mix of hip hop and alternative sounds with storytelling at the forefront, including songs from his album Shwaycation. An independent artist, he also continues to explore work in television and film. Claire Wright, a Northern California native who honed her songwriting in Southern California and Nashville, blends sunny, carefree energy with country-style storytelling and reggae influences. Her debut release on Ineffable Records includes collaborations with Iration and G. Love & Special Sauce. Free RSVP is available, with optional upgrades.

At Saint John’s Cathedral in Denver, Celestia presents a sit-down, multi-sensory art experience that reshapes the historic interior with light, projection, and music. Using advanced technology, sweeping visuals are mapped onto the cathedral’s architecture to tell a flowing story paired with an orchestral soundtrack. The experience welcomes people from every background and centers on creativity and community, aiming to inspire, energize, and cultivate a sense of connection.

Presented by Cervantes' and River Beats, this edition of SHIFT highlights DRRTYWULVZ alongside a secret guest, with EOS, Know Matter, Path of the Moose, and INQUUIT also performing. The event takes place at Cervantes' Masterpiece.