The 5 Best Entertainment Venues Around Grand County

Entertainment has a way of stitching a community together, whether it’s through live theater, outdoor concerts, or a powder day on the slopes. National surveys show that most people place experiences above possessions when it comes to what makes them happiest. In Grand County, entertainment isn’t just something to do on the weekend — it’s woven into the rhythm of life. The 2025 Best of Grand contest highlights the venues where locals and visitors alike gather for fun, culture, and memory-making.

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre

The Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre brings Broadway-level performances to the heart of Grand Lake. Known for its rotating summer repertoire, the theater offers everything from musicals to dramas, performed by professional actors who return year after year. With a state-of-the-art facility and productions that rival big-city stages, RMRT has become a cultural anchor where artistry and mountain charm meet.

Devil's Craft

Winter Park’s Devil’s Craft mixes nightlife with mountain spirit. Equal parts bar, restaurant, and live music venue, it offers craft drinks, hearty food, and a stage that welcomes local bands as well as touring acts. The atmosphere blends rustic ski-town vibe with an edge of rock-and-roll, creating a place where a night out often turns into a night remembered.

Hideaway Park

At Hideaway Park, entertainment comes alive in an open-air setting that feels both grand and laid-back. The park hosts some of the area’s biggest festivals and free summer concert series, drawing crowds with mountain views as much as with music. Whether it’s blankets on the lawn, kids dancing barefoot in the grass, or food trucks lining the street, Hideaway Park proves that community gatherings can be both relaxed and electric.

Granby Ranch

Granby Ranch isn’t just a ski destination — it’s an all-season playground. Winter means groomed runs and family-friendly slopes, while summer brings mountain biking, hiking, and outdoor events. The resort’s entertainment value lies in its variety, offering something for adrenaline seekers, casual adventurers, and music lovers who catch a concert on the mountain.

YMCA of the Rockies, Snow Mountain Ranch

Snow Mountain Ranch, part of YMCA of the Rockies, blends recreation with community in a way few venues can. Families come for the activities — ice skating, swimming, horseback riding, archery — but stay for the sense of connection. Its large campus hosts concerts, retreats, and seasonal celebrations, making it a gathering place where entertainment meets tradition.

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