Performing the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection, this critically acclaimed show has been astonishing audiences worldwide for more than three decades. Described by The Times as “The Gold Standard” and The Daily Mirror as “The Kings of the Genre” we are thrilled to share this experience with you this August. The … Continued
An American rock band formed in 2013 that mainly covers the music of the Grateful Dead. The band played their first show on January 26, 2013 at the Brooklyn Bowl in Brooklyn, New York. In addition to drummer Joe Russo, the band also includes Ween‘s bassist Dave Dreiwitz, keyboardist Marco Benevento, Scott Metzger on guitar … Continued
The Vail Dance Festival, with its rich history and dedication to artistic excellence, continues to captivate audiences and inspire the next generation of dancers, solidifying Vail Valley’s reputation as a world-class hub for dance enthusiasts and performers alike. The 2026 Dance Festival details will be announced soon.
Opening Night kicks off the season with a program featuring artists and companies making appearances throughout the Festival including Dance Theatre of Harlem, Limón Dance Company, Artist-In-Residence Sara Mearns, Michelle Dorrance, and ballroom duo Denys Drozdyuk and Antonina Skobina.
For nearly four decades, Alison Krauss & Union Station have upheld their legacy as one of the most influential and widely celebrated acts in bluegrass and roots music. They will take The Amp stage with featuring Jerry Douglas with Special Guest Theo Lawrence. The Amp | Vail, Colorado’s iconic open-air venue offering hosting an array … Continued
Performing to critical acclaim for over 20 years and over 3000 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. Their shows are built off the Dead’s extensive catalog and the talent of these seven fine musicians. On any given night, the band will perform a show based on a set list from … Continued
Steel Pulse is a British reggae band formed in 1975 in Birmingham, England. Known for their socially conscious lyrics, the band has been a prominent figure in the reggae scene for decades The 2025 GoPro Mountain Games will once again feature incredible live concerts throughout the event as part of the Mountains of Music concert … Continued
Legendary Balanchine ballerina Heather Watts hosts an interactive exploration of dance repertory through live demonstrations with Festival Artists and historical video footage.
Since its founding in 1954, the Paul Taylor Dance Company has been a groundbreaking force in American modern dance and has been described by The New York Times as “one of the most exciting, innovative and delightful dance companies in the entire world.” Last seen in Vail in 2018, the company returns with a tribute … Continued
The genius of George Balanchine takes center stage in a program of dance masterpieces under the stars, featuring brilliant artists from companies including New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre. The evening will include the pioneering choreographer’s groundbreaking work, Apollo, with debuts from New York City Ballet’s Roman Mejia in the title role and India Bradley in the role of Terpsichore. Also … Continued
Alonzo King’s LINES Ballet has been a major creative force in dance since its founding in 1982 by acclaimed choreographer Alonzo King. The beloved company returns to Vail this season with an evening featuring two recent works by King: Ode to Alice Coltrane, honoring the legendary spiritual and jazz icon, and Mother Goose, King’s recent … Continued
The three performances of International Evenings of Dance are legendary for their glittery celebration of artistic collaboration with unique “only in Vail” partnerships and role debuts by a selection of today’s dance stars from around the world.