Ogden Theatre

One of Denver’s most notable establishments, The Ogden Theatre was built in 1919. Throughout the years, it has hosted memorable live performances, which helped earn its national landmark seal.

Live performances are held throughout the week, with around 150 concerts per year.

Year Round Concert Venue on East Colfax, Denver, CO

Ogden Theatre Denver Interior Stage — Inside the Ogden Theatre. Photo: axs.com

The Ogden Theatre has a rich story to tell. Back in the early 1900’s it used to host weekly dances, recitals, and vaudevilles. It’s most significant act during those days was the legendary Harry Houdini.

It was converted into a movie theatre in 1937 and showed classic to avant garde films. In the 1980’s it transformed to a repertory cinema and showed The Rocky Horror Picture show during Saturdays.

The theatre closed in 1990 and was due for demolition until independent live music promoter Doug Kauffman realized its potential and bought it in 1992. He converted Ogden Theatre to the top music venue that it is today.

The Ogden Theatre is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Currently, it’s operated by AEG Live and hosts approximately 150 concerts per year.

Shows at Ogden

Ogden Theatre is a multi-level venue that accommodate up to 1,600 guests. It has welcomed artists like Jackson Browne, Iggy Pop, Smashing Pumpkins, among others.

There two full bars that can serves guests inside making it ideal for other events such as award shows, benefit concerts, private and corporate parties.