Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater: Your Guide to Events, Access, and Parking

The Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater is a premier venue that hosts a variety of cultural and entertainment events each summer. From world-class dance and classical music performances to free weekly concerts, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Here's everything you need to know about the venue, its schedule, accessibility and how to get there.

Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater

Event Schedule and Offerings

Each summer, the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater plays host to an array of cultural and entertainment offerings.

  • Vail Dance Festival: Internationally renowned dance presentations.
  • Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival: Classical music performances.
  • Hot Summer Nights series: Free weekly concerts.

Accessibility

The Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater is fully ADA compliant and provides special accommodations for those with limited mobility.

Getting to the Amphitheater

Here are detailed directions to help you easily find your way to the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater:

Driving Directions

  1. Take exit 176 off I-70.
  2. Head south toward the ski mountain, into the main Vail roundabout.
  3. Exit the roundabout so you are heading east on South Frontage Road.
  4. The Vail Parking structure will be a short distance up on the right, where summer parking is free.
Vail Parking Structure

Walking Directions from Vail Parking Structure

  1. From the structure, exit to the east.
  2. Walk northeast toward the softball fields until you see the paved walkway into the park on your right.
  3. Follow that path straight down to the Amphitheater.

Golf carts run frequently between the top of the path and the venue prior to and following shows.

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Gore Creek Trail

You can also take the Gore Creek Trail directly to the venue. From Ford Park parking lot, look for the bike path at the southeast end of the tennis courts.

Gore Creek Trail

Additional Information

  • Box Office: The Box Office opens early June every year.
  • Gates: The Gerald R. Gates to the venue open one hour prior to showtime.
  • Lawn Seating: Lawn seating available on a first come-first served basis.

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