Colorado has the most jaw-dropping music venues

Imagine sitting in a natural amphitheater with a rocky, high-altitude plateau spreading out beneath you. Now, picture some of the world’s best acts on the stage, and you’ve got Red Rocks. This geological phenomenon is simply one of the best music venues in the world, and everyone from The Beatles to Daft Punk has played here.

The stage is terrific because there is Ship Rock rock like an alien's flying boat landing in the South, and the giant vertical Creation Rock stone tower looks like a solid stage anchor and looks out to the North. Behind the stage is an immense, tilted disc-shaped Stage Rock showing the time of 300 million years, shimmering with sunlight.

Outdoor vehicles are oriented to let the sun shine from behind the audience, to create maximum visibility, and keep direct sunlight visibility. Thanks to the lively sound system bouncing off the soaring stone walls embracing the stage, and the perfect lighting technique, it has made an unforgettable impression in the hearts of visitors to enjoy the art.

This venue sits among natural red-rock formations that deliver perfect acoustics and breathtaking mountain views. Red Rocks attracts a friendly, passionate community of concert-goers; part of the fun is meeting countless new people who share your love of music. When you plan your visit, be sure to leave time for tailgating in the parking lot, hiking the trails around the park, and checking out the Colorado Music Hall of Fame.

Location: near Morrison, Colorado, 10 miles west of Denve