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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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About Bravo! Vail Music Festival

Quick answer: Bravo! Vail Music Festival is a festival at 2271 N Frontage Rd W, Suite C, Vail, CO 81657. Vail's summer classical festival: four orchestras at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, chamber music and free concerts. 2027 dates and tickets.

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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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Amenities at Bravo! Vail Music Festival

  • Lawn seating
  • Pavilion seating
  • Season lawn passes
  • Free community concerts
  • Group discounts
  • ADA seating
  • Concessions
  • Cashless venue
  • Bike valet

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the concert schedule for Bravo! Vail music Festival in 2026?
The 2026 season, Bravo! Vail's 39th, ran Thursday, June 25 to Thursday, August 6, 2026, with more than 60 orchestral, chamber and free community concerts. The next season, the 40th anniversary season, runs Friday, June 25 to Thursday, August 5, 2027. Its Orchestral Series at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater is: Sinfónica de Minería, June 25 to 27; Dallas Symphony Orchestra, July 2 to 7; The Philadelphia Orchestra, July 9 to 16; New York Philharmonic, July 21 to 28. The Chamber Music Series runs June 29 to August 5, 2027. All dates and programs are subject to change.
When is the Bravo! Vail Music Festival?
Bravo! Vail runs each summer for about six weeks. The 2027 festival, its 40th anniversary season, is Friday, June 25 to Thursday, August 5, 2027. Orchestral concerts at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater run June 25 to July 28, and chamber music continues to August 5 at the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek and Donovan Pavilion in Vail. The festival was founded in 1987 and is run by Bravo! Vail, a Colorado 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
When do tickets go on sale, and how do I buy them?
For 2027: the season is announced Tuesday, December 1, 2026. Donors of $500 and up can reserve from December 1 (donors of $1,500 and up are seated first; $500 to $1,499 donors are seated from Tuesday, January 19, 2027; the reserve deadline is Monday, January 25). Single tickets and packages go on sale Tuesday, January 26, 2027, and the package deadline is Friday, March 26, 2027. Buy online at bravovail.org, by phone at (877) 812-5700, by email at [email protected], or in person at 2271 N Frontage Rd W, Suite C, in West Vail. Tickets are delivered as Digital Wallet or print-at-home PDF tickets from Tuesday, April 13, 2027, or by mail from Tuesday, May 11, 2027.
Are there free concerts at Bravo! Vail?
Yes. Community Concerts (hour-long chamber concerts and recitals at venues including the Vail and Edwards Interfaith Chapels), Little Listeners @ the Library (30-minute concerts for young children at the Vail, Avon, Eagle and Gypsum libraries) and Inside the Music talks and masterclasses are all free, but each requires a reservation, and seating is first-come, first-served. For 2027, free events are announced and released on Tuesday, March 9, 2027. In 2026, almost half of the festival's 60-plus concerts were free.
Is there a lawn pass?
Yes. Lawn passes cover the Orchestral Series on the lawn at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater only. Types are the Green Pass (one person, non-transferable, photo required), the Transferable Pass (shareable), the Student Pass and the Colorado Teacher Pass (both $152, with annual proof of full-time status), and a Child Pass for ages 12 and under. The July 4 Patriotic Concert is excluded. Passes are pickup only: at the West Vail office from June 1 to June 24, 2027, then at the amphitheater box office. Green and Transferable prices for 2027 were still to be announced when checked.
What can I bring to a concert at the amphitheater?
You can bring a blanket, food, commercially sealed non-alcoholic drinks, umbrellas and a low-profile lawn chair no more than 5 inches off the ground; low-profile chairs can also be rented at the venue for $10. Not allowed: outside alcoholic drinks, cameras and recording devices, standard-height lawn chairs, strollers, firearms, pets, bikes, skateboards, scooters and skates. Bags and coolers are checked at entry, and smoking is not allowed. Concessions, including a full bar, are sold inside; the amphitheater is a cashless venue.
Can I bring children?
Yes. Children of any age are welcome with a parent or adult guardian, and every attendee, including infants, needs a ticket. On the lawn, Youth tickets cover ages 5 to 18 and must be bought with at least one adult lawn ticket; children 4 and under are free on the lawn at Orchestral Series concerts with a complimentary ticket reserved through the box office, subject to availability. For assigned pavilion and chamber seats, the festival recommends children aged 6 or older who can sit quietly through the performance; children may not sit on a parent's lap in assigned seating.
Where do I park for Bravo! Vail concerts?
For the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, park in the Vail Village or Lionshead parking structures and ride the frequent event buses, or use the Ford Park and Vail Athletic Fields/Soccer lots, which are paid on entry during events; the amphitheater is also a 10-minute walk from the Vail Village Parking Structure, and many events offer a free bike valet. Parking at the amphitheater is cashless. For chamber concerts, parking at Donovan Pavilion is free, and parking at the Vilar Performing Arts Center (Villa Montane and Ford Hall) is free with a valid concert ticket stub from 2 hours before the show. Orchestral concerts start at 6 p.m., with gates opening 60 minutes before.
What if it rains?
Concerts at the open-air Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater go ahead rain or shine, so bring rain gear and warm layers for cool evenings. Refunds are given only if a concert is canceled entirely and not rescheduled; there are no refunds for weather alone. Chamber concerts at the Vilar Performing Arts Center and Donovan Pavilion are indoors.
Does Bravo! Vail offer group tickets?
Yes. Groups of 15 or more tickets save up to 20% on select concerts when ordered by Wednesday, March 31, 2027, and up to 15% when ordered by Friday, April 30, 2027. The discount applies to select concerts in Pavilion Tiers 2 to 5 and on the lawn at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, and Tiers 1 to 3 at the Vilar Performing Arts Center. A 50% deposit is due when the order is placed, with the balance due 30 days before the concert; group orders cannot be refunded or exchanged. Contact Group Sales at [email protected] or (877) 812-5700.

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