Signature Performances are produced in partnership with Boulder Arts Organizations and Bands and Boulder Parks and recreation to provide arts access while activating our park resources. Ticket proceeds from the signature events will support each local performing arts group.
The City of Boulder presents Arts in the Park, a program showcasing a vibrant blend of arts and cultural performances. Arts in the Park performances will take place at the Glen Huntington Band Shell in the city’s Civic Area. We'll showcase local talent as well as performances from the Boulder Ballet, Boulder Opera, Boulder Symphony, River Mann Band, and Arts Hub.
Signature Performances
Community Sunday Spotlight Performances
Join Us various Sundays at the Band Shell in 2025 Summer Season for community spotlight performances. Sunday Spotlight Performances are a way for the city to provide a viable outdoor venue for local artists and arts professionals, provide art performances and experiences to the community, and create a welcoming and safe park space for all.
Save the Dates:
- June 1, June 22, July 6, 20, August 17, 31
Thank you to everyone who attended this special performance by the Cantabile Singers and the Boulder Bassoon Quartet as part of this year's Arts in the Park series.
The program featured a rich and varied selection of music, including Three Earth Songs by Boulder composer Bill Douglas, performed for chorus and bassoon quartet. The event also included the premiere of a brand-new work by Greg Simon, a CU Boulder alumnus, offering a powerful and fresh contribution to the contemporary choral repertoire.
We are grateful to Cantabile and all of the performers who made this event a success, and to the community for your continued support of local music and the arts.
Sunday, June 22 | 5:00–8:30 p.m.
Glen Huntington Bandshell | All Ages Welcome
Admission: Free
Celebrate the summer solstice with an evening of creativity, community, and performance, presented by The Mariposa Collective.
Bring a picnic, bring your friends, and join us for a joyful gathering full of interactive activities, live performances.
Event Highlights:
Hands-On Fun, 5:00-7:00 pm: Jewelry Making, Crafts, Face Painting, Hula Hooping
Dance Improv, 7:00-7:30 pm: All are invited to dance on the Bandshell stage with live music
Live Performances, 7:30-8:30 pm: Original music from James Hoskins, Jesse Manno, and Tober Shcorr, plus captivating dance and puppetry by Nosilla Dance Project, Now or Never Theater, Celia Grannum Pararnaud, Elizabeth Pond and Shreya Venkatesh, and Mariposa Collective choreographers and dancers
About the Mariposa Collective
The Mariposa Collective is a nonprofit performing artists collective dedicated to supporting contemporary artists and the creative process. Their mission is to engage a diverse community through artistic dialogue, multidisciplinary work, and meaningful contributions to the cultural life of the region.
Thursday, June 26 | 5:30-8:30pm
Glen Huntington Bandshell | All Ages Welcome
Admission: Free
Come enjoy an evening of unforgettable music, dance, and community—all ages welcome.
Sunday, July 6 | 5-7pm
Glen Huntington Bandshell | All Ages Welcome
Admission: Free
Experience a high-energy fusion of video game nostalgia and vibrant instrumental rock. Audio Mocha brings a fresh take on video game music by reimagining classic soundtracks through the lens of surf rock and Latin rock.
Perfect for fans of video games, instrumental rock, and creative genre crossovers, Video Game Music Gone Tropical! is a unique performance that blends familiar melodies with bold, rhythmic arrangements.
The set will include music inspired by titles such as:
Final Fantasy
Xenoblade Chronicles
Nintendo classics and more
The program will also feature original surf rock compositions, offering something for both devoted gamers and fans of retro rock instrumentals.
About the Artist
Audio Mocha is a musician and composer known for transforming video game themes into dynamic live experiences. With a passion for Latin and surf rock, Audio Mocha brings a unique voice to the world of video game music and instrumental performance.
Connect with Audio Mocha:
Follow on Instagram – @audio.mocha
Official Website – www.audiomocha.com
Come enjoy an evening of unforgettable music, creative energy, and community—all ages welcome.
More information will be added here soon!
More information will be added here soon!
Call for Artists
Calling all performing artists, musicians, theater groups, dancers, and more! Join the 2025 Sunday Spotlight Lineup. Spaces are limited, and booked on a first come, first served basis. Sunday Spotlight
Call for Sponsors
Celebrate and support the arts in Boulder! To learn more and become a sponsor please contact Rosa Wright at wrightr@bouldercolorado.gov.