People sitting on the grass are enjoying an outdoor concert.

Summer Concert Series

World-class musicians perform in an unparalleled venue: the UMB Amphitheater in the heart of Denver Botanic Gardens.

July – August, various dates

Continuing a decades-long tradition, the Summer Concert Series Presented by UMB features a wide variety of musicians performing in the spectacular setting of the Gardens’ York Street location. Concertgoers can wander through gardens between acts for a summer concert evening like no other.

Produced in partnership with Swallow Hill Music.

 

Important details:

  • Tickets must be purchased in advance. No onsite ticket sales.
  • Tickets cannot be exchanged and are non-refundable. All shows take place rain or shine. In case of severe weather cancellation, ticket holders will be emailed. 

DO NOT purchase Summer Concert Series tickets from any website or vendor other than Denver Botanic Gardens. LEARN MORE

Denver Botanic Gardens' website is the only official website to purchase tickets to Summer Concert Series. 

  • Denver Botanic Gardens is not affiliated with any other ticket broker or source.
  • There will be no customer service, authentication or guaranteed support for tickets purchased from a third party or scalper.
  • We do not hold tickets in Will Call for third party tickets, even if you were instructed to pick up your tickets in Will Call by a third-party vendor.
  • Denver Botanic Gardens is not responsible for any ticket transaction or purchase made through any website other than Denver Botanic Gardens.

Anticipated weather delays, and subsequent status updates, will be shared as a banner alert on this website. Please check this website prior to arriving at the Gardens if there is any possibility of inclement weather.


Special Events Refund Policy

2026 Summer Concert Series Lineup 

The lineup will be announced on February 18. Membership pre-sale is March 11-13, depending upon membership level. Public ticket sales start March 16.

 

2026 Evenings al Fresco


Enjoy soft serenades from local musicians performing throughout the Gardens. Performers and dates announced in the spring.

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