Denver Startup Band Resources
Helpful links for new bands in the Denver and Front Range music scene.
There are thousands of tools, platforms, resources, and "experts" out there attempting to help music creators pursue music. But you don't need all of them; you just have to know which ones are right for you.
This page offers a few suggestions for you to investigate on your own. If you have any truly useful resources to contribute, please share them here.
2026 D-Park Takeovers
A raw collision of music, boards, and bodies
When late spring hits, underground metal bands pour in from the foothills of the Rockies to claim Denver Skatepark for the season. This is a prime opportunity for start up bands to get exposure. Use the button below to learn more.
Find Gigs & Open Mics
Colorado Songwriters Collective
Community organization hosting songwriter events, showcases, and open mics across Colorado.
Open Mic Denver
Directory of open mics and jam sessions happening throughout the Denver metro area.
Denver Open Media
Community media organization hosting local performance opportunities and creative events.
Networking & Community
Denver Musicians Association
Local musicians union offering networking, gig referrals, and contract guidance.
Denver Live Music Meetup
Meetup community for discovering shows, connecting with local artists, and sharing events.
Denver Amateur Musicians Meetup
Casual group where musicians meet to jam, collaborate, and form new bands.
Rehearsal & Recording Studios
SRS Denver — Studio Rehearsal Spaces
Well-reviewed rehearsal and practice rooms with pro gear available for bands and solo artists.
Soundstructure Rehearsal Studios
Professional rehearsal and production studios with sound-proofed rooms and flexible access for bands.
Denver Drumz
Music shop with rehearsal and recording studio services, plus instrument rentals and gear support.
Colorado Sound Recording Ltd
Veteran recording and production studio near Denver with professional recording, mixing, and mastering services.
More Music Scene Resources
Open Stage Denver — Open Mic Series
Performance-focused open mic series supporting bands and solo performers. Signup and schedule online.
Denver Open Mic Calendar
Daily updated open mic listing covering multiple music nights across the Denver metro. Most events are free.
Clever Girl Open Mic & Jam (RiNo)
Weekly open mic and jam night in the RiNo District open to all performers, including bands and jam groups.
Funding & Career Support
Sonic Guild Colorado
Grant program supporting emerging musicians with funding for recordings and career growth.
Denver Live Music Venues
Creepatorium
Alternative event venue and community space hosting horror-themed markets, burlesque, comedy, and underground performances.
D3 Arts
Community-driven arts space in Denver’s Westwood neighborhood hosting all-ages shows, art exhibitions, workshops, and cultural events.
GLOB
Underground DIY warehouse venue in Denver’s RiNo area hosting experimental music, techno nights, art events, and small touring acts.
Mutiny Information Cafe
Counterculture bookstore, comic shop, and coffeehouse known for hosting poetry readings, DIY shows, and underground community events.
Seventh Circle Music Collective
Volunteer-run DIY venue hosting all-ages punk, hardcore, metal, and experimental shows in a sober, community-focused space.
Squirm Gallery
Artist-run DIY gallery and event space hosting experimental music, noise shows, underground performances, and rotating art exhibitions.
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
World-famous outdoor amphitheater near Denver with legendary acoustics and massive concerts.
Mission Ballroom
Large modern performance space hosting touring acts across genres in Denver's RiNo district.
Ogden Theatre
Historic Capitol Hill music venue hosting bands, touring acts, and general admission shows.
Fillmore Auditorium
Historic Denver concert venue with a large capacity and varied live shows.
Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom
Iconic Five Points venue with two rooms hosting local and touring shows.
Bluebird Theater
Long-running Denver venue hosting local and touring acts with an intimate vibe.
Globe Hall
Classic Denver venue known for local acts, touring bands, and scene-building shows.
Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre
Large outdoor amphitheater in the Denver metro hosting big summer concerts.
Are you or your band thinking about playing in Denver, Colorado? If so, consider booking your gig at Seventh Circle Music Collective in downtown Denver. Go to https://7thcirclemusiccollective.org/book-your-band/ for more information.
