Red Rocks is trading guitar solos for movie quotes this summer, as Film on the Rocks returns with five nights of big-screen favorites, local talent, and those famously jaw-dropping views. The 2026 season runs from June 8 through Aug. 10, and mixes live Colorado pre-shows, open captions, and the amphitheatre’s natural drama.
Lineup and dates
The 27th edition of Film on the Rocks lands on select Monday evenings at Red Rocks Amphitheatre with a slate built for nostalgia and crowd-pleasing chaos: The Princess Bride (June 8), Sinners (June 22), Little Miss Sunshine, celebrating its 20th anniversary, (July 13), Bridesmaids (15th anniversary) (Aug. 3) and Jurassic Park (Aug. 10). The series leans into the "event" vibe rather than a simple outdoor screening, turning each night into a full-on experience, as reported by Westword.
Tickets and prices
Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, May 1, at 10 a.m. General admission is $25, and VIP reserved seating near the front is $50. Member presales frequently run earlier, so Denver Film members get first access to many shows, and should check membership and ticket pages for details, according to CBS Colorado.
Pre-shows and special features
Every screening comes with a live pre-show featuring Colorado artists or groups. School of Rock students open The Princess Bride, The Reminders back Sinners, DeVotchKa will perform for the Little Miss Sunshine anniversary night, May Be Fern opens Bridesmaids, and Jurassic Park gets a pre-show presentation by paleontologist Tyler Lyson in partnership with National Geographic Live. The result is a series that doubles as a community showcase as much as a movie night, according to Axios.
Accessibility and what to expect
Denver Film notes that Film on the Rocks includes open captions and that organizers have worked with Colorado’s Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities to make the shows more accessible. The series, presented by Coca-Cola, traditionally draws big crowds. Gates typically open at 6:30 p.m., pre-show entertainment starts at 7 p.m., and films generally roll at 8:30 p.m., so showing up early is a smart move, as reported by Denver Film.
Plan your visit
Group sales are handled through [email protected], and Denver Film recommends planning for parking and ever-changing Colorado weather on busy nights. Tickets often move quickly once they go live, so setting a reminder for May 1 and double-checking official ticket details is advised, as noted by KYGO.
