Red Rocks 85th Anniversary
In celebration of the 85th anniversary of Red Rocks’ grand opening on June 15, 1941, we invite you to follow along this season as we share stories, memories, and highlights from Red Rocks’ history. Over the course of the year, you’ll hear stories from the venue, artists who have performed here, and YOU: the fans.
Part of what makes Red Rocks special is that it attracts people from all over the world, and with that comes so many unique stories, memories, and perspectives of all kinds.
Share your own Red Rocks story by clicking below. Keep an eye on this page and @RedRocksCO on social media for more stories throughout the year.
The story of how Red Rocks Amphitheatre was built is an important piece of Colorado history and a big part of why it’s now recognized as a National Historic Landmark. When Franklin D. Roosevelt enacted The New Deal, the Civilian Conservation Corps was created and put to work throughout the country on various construction and infrastructure projects. One of those projects was building Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
The above video chronicles that history.
