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5 Unforgettable Denver Date Night Ideas at Colorado Symphony

February 21, 2024

5 Unforgettable Denver Date Night Ideas at Colorado Symphony

Denver is full of exciting date night possibilities, and one standout option that combines romance and music is an evening at the Colorado Symphony. With extraordinary experiences throughout the year ranging from classical music performances to exciting summer shows to holiday concerts, the Colorado Symphony is the Denver date spot for music lovers (and their lovers). Read on for perfect date night ideas to make your sweetheart swoon.

Couple attends a Colorado Symphony concert and faces the stage in Boettcher Concert Hall. Photo Credit: Amanda Tipton Photography

Romantic and Elegant: A Classical Music Performance

Share an intimate moment while immersing yourself in the beauty of classical music with the Colorado Symphony. As the orchestra performs masterpieces by renowned composers such as Beethoven, Mozart, and Tchaikovsky, you and your date will be captivated by star soloists, moving compositions, and the grandeur of orchestral music. If you’re looking for a date idea that is both romantic and refined, this is it.

Couple attends a Colorado Symphony concert in Boettcher Concert Hall. Photo Credit: Amanda Tipton Photography

Movie Night with a Twist: Film with a Live Orchestra

Reinvent the classic movie date: experience one of your favorite films with the film score performed live in concert. The Colorado Symphony’s Movie at the Symphony series brings a majestic twist to the traditional cinema outing. Let the orchestra serenade you with live musical accompaniment as you enjoy the cinematic magic of beloved movies like The Wizard of Oz. It’s a date night idea that is both epic and charming.

Couple attends a Colorado Symphony concert in Boettcher Concert Hall. Photo Credit: Amanda Tipton Photography

A Perfect Pair: Your Favorite Band In Concert with the Colorado Symphony

The Colorado Symphony isn’t just for classical music lovers. Artists from across the contemporary music spectrum—think Al Green, Jason Mraz, and Lake Street Dive—have joined the orchestra onstage for an evening of live music that is electrifying and symphonic. And if that wasn’t alluring enough, you can enjoy these performances under the stars at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in the summer. Think of it as the perfect musical double date: you, your partner, your favorite artist, and the symphony.

Couple attends a Colorado Symphony concert in Boettcher Concert Hall. Photo Credit: Amanda Tipton Photography

For Lovers and Crooners: A Pops Concert

If an evening of classic love songs, swinging jazz, or Broadway tunes piques your interest, then a pops concert at the Colorado Symphony is the dynamic date idea you’re looking for. These performances feature everything from classic cabaret to samba to standards from the Great American Songbook, but what they all have in common is an air of romantic cool. Perfect for a classy night out in downtown Denver.

Couple attends a Colorado Symphony concert in Boettcher Concert Hall. Photo Credit: Amanda Tipton Photography

Festive Date Night: A Holiday Concert

For a great date during the holiday season, get in the spirit with a holiday concert at the Colorado Symphony. Boettcher Concert Hall comes alive with festive decorations and performances of classic holiday music by the symphony. Concerts include an evening of Holiday Brass, A Night in Vienna (a program featuring waltzes and marches on New Year’s Eve), and the female Irish ensemble Celtic Woman. Couples interested in a heartwarming and joyful experience will fall in love with the symphony during this time of year.

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