2 Best Performing Arts in Rockies Near Denver, Colorado

Opera has been staged at the Central City Opera House, the nation's fifth-oldest opera house, almost every year since opening night in 1878. Lillian Gish has acted, Beverly Sills has sung, and many other greats have performed here. Performances are held in summer only.

The annual, multiday Evergreen Jazz Fest in July features musicians from around the country, such as New York's popular The Brain Cloud. Ticket prices vary; concerts are offered in four venues around town.