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Bravo! Vail is Vail's summer classical music festival, and the reason the New York Philharmonic, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra come to the mountains each summer. For about six weeks from late June, it fills the valley with orchestral concerts, chamber music and free community performances. The 2026 season, its 39th, ran June 25 to August 6 with about 60 concerts, almost half of them free.

It suits anyone planning a summer visit around music, from a family with a picnic blanket on the lawn to listeners who book a pavilion seat months ahead. The festival calls itself the only one in North America to host four orchestras in a single season.

Where the music happens

The Orchestral Series plays at the open-air Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Ford Park, with reserved pavilion seats and a lawn. Chamber music moves to the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek and to Donovan Pavilion in Vail, and free community concerts reach venues including the Vail Interfaith Chapel and libraries around the county. The address on this page is the festival's box office and offices in West Vail, not a concert venue.

The 2027 season

Bravo! Vail was founded in 1987, and 2027 is its 40th anniversary season, running June 25 to August 5. The Orchestral Series is set for June 25 to July 28: Mexico City's Sinfónica de Minería opens, followed by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic. Composer Chris Rogerson became artistic director on September 1, 2026, succeeding pianist Anne-Marie McDermott, and 2027 is his first season. The full program is due December 1, 2026; chamber music dates were still to be announced as of September 2026.

A night on the lawn

Orchestral concerts usually start at 6 p.m. and run about two hours, rain or shine. Lawn listeners can bring a blanket, food, sealed non-alcoholic drinks and low-profile lawn chairs; alcohol brought in, pets, standard-height chairs and strollers are not allowed, and bags are checked. Children of any age are welcome with an adult, and every guest, including infants, needs a ticket. Ticket timings and lawn passes are in the FAQ below.

Sources: Bravo! Vail, History, 2027 Festival, Our Venues, Ticketing FAQ, Artistic director announcement. Checked September 24, 2026.

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2271 N Frontage Rd W, Suite C
Vail, 81657

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About Bravo! Vail Music Festival

Bravo! Vail is Vail's summer classical music festival, and the reason the New York Philharmonic, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra come to the mountains each summer. For about six weeks from late June, it fills the valley with orchestral concerts, chamber music and free community performances. The 2026 season, its 39th, ran June 25 to August 6 with about 60 concerts, almost half of them free.

It suits anyone planning a summer visit around music, from a family with a picnic blanket on the lawn to listeners who book a pavilion seat months ahead. The festival calls itself the only one in North America to host four orchestras in a single season.

Where the music happens

The Orchestral Series plays at the open-air Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Ford Park, with reserved pavilion seats and a lawn. Chamber music moves to the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek and to Donovan Pavilion in Vail, and free community concerts reach venues including the Vail Interfaith Chapel and libraries around the county. The address on this page is the festival's box office and offices in West Vail, not a concert venue.

The 2027 season

Bravo! Vail was founded in 1987, and 2027 is its 40th anniversary season, running June 25 to August 5. The Orchestral Series is set for June 25 to July 28: Mexico City's Sinfónica de Minería opens, followed by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic. Composer Chris Rogerson became artistic director on September 1, 2026, succeeding pianist Anne-Marie McDermott, and 2027 is his first season. The full program is due December 1, 2026; chamber music dates were still to be announced as of September 2026.

A night on the lawn

Orchestral concerts usually start at 6 p.m. and run about two hours, rain or shine. Lawn listeners can bring a blanket, food, sealed non-alcoholic drinks and low-profile lawn chairs; alcohol brought in, pets, standard-height chairs and strollers are not allowed, and bags are checked. Children of any age are welcome with an adult, and every guest, including infants, needs a ticket. Ticket timings and lawn passes are in the FAQ below.

Sources: Bravo! Vail, History, 2027 Festival, Our Venues, Ticketing FAQ, Artistic director announcement. Checked September 24, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When is the Bravo! Vail Music Festival?+
The 2027 festival runs June 25 to August 5, 2027, with the Orchestral Series at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater from June 25 to July 28. The 2026 season ran June 25 to August 6.
Q. Which orchestras play in 2027?+
Sinfónica de Minería (June 25 to 27), the Dallas Symphony Orchestra (July 2 to 7), The Philadelphia Orchestra (July 9 to 16) and the New York Philharmonic (July 21 to 28). All dates and programs are subject to change.
Q. When do tickets go on sale?+
The 2027 season is announced December 1, 2026. Donors of $500 and up can reserve from December 1, single tickets and packages go on sale January 26, 2027, the package deadline is March 26, and free events are announced and released March 9, 2027.
Q. How do I contact the box office?+
Call toll-free (877) 812-5700, email Ticketing@BravoVail.org, or visit 2271 North Frontage Road West, Suite C, in West Vail. Autumn, winter and spring hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Q. What can I bring to a concert at the amphitheater?+
A blanket, food, commercially sealed non-alcoholic drinks, low-profile lawn chairs and umbrellas. Not allowed: cameras and recording devices, standard-height lawn chairs, strollers, alcoholic drinks, pets, bikes, skateboards, scooters and skates. Bags and coolers are checked, and smoking is not allowed.
Q. Can I bring children?+
Yes, with a parent or guardian. Every attendee needs a ticket. Youth lawn tickets cover ages 5 to 18, and children 4 and under are free on the lawn for Orchestral Series concerts with a complimentary ticket from the box office. For assigned seats, the festival recommends children aged six or older.
Q. What if it rains?+
Concerts go ahead rain or shine at the open-air amphitheater. Refunds are given only if a concert is canceled entirely and not rescheduled, so bring rain gear.
Q. Is there a lawn pass?+
Yes. Bravo! Vail sells season lawn passes for the Orchestral Series, including individual, student, Colorado teacher and transferable versions, going on sale in late January 2027. The Patriotic concert is excluded. Passes are pick-up only: at the West Vail office until June 24, then at the amphitheater box office.