Bands on the Bricks is Boulder County's premier outdoor summer concert series.
*Rain Date is scheduled for August 6, 2026
From rock to reggae and everything in between, Bands on the Bricks is Boulder County's premier outdoor summer concert series taking place in the heart of the city on the bricks of the one-and-only Pearl Street Mall. A not-to-be-missed summer tradition, our 2026 season includes 8 weeks of free concerts. Enjoy performances from the best local musicians along the front range while dancing under the stars.
The beer garden opens at 5:30 pm with the opening band starting at 6:00 pm. The headlining band plays from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Happy Hour goes from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM and features $2 off any beverage of choice.
This year’s series also joins a statewide celebration as part of Colorado’s America 250 - Colorado 150 initiative through the Colorado Passport Program’s Live Music Pass, presented by the Colorado Tourism Office. Attendees who check in at the Downtown Boulder Visitor Information Center during event hours can redeem one free canned cocktail, glass of wine, or non-alcoholic beverage (restrictions apply). The program is designed to encourage locals and visitors alike to explore live music destinations across Colorado all summer long. More details at www.colorado.com/passport
If you're interested in sponsorship, please review our 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities brochure. For a customized proposal and detailed benefit package for Downtown Boulder events, please contact our sponsorship department at sponsor@downtownboulder.org.
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