Adventure Jams Live Music Series | A-Lodge Boulder
Summer nights in Boulder are made for good music, mountain air, cold drinks, and gathering with friends after a day outside. This summer, the Adventure Jams series returns to the Beer Garden at A-Lodge Boulder with an expanding lineup of local and regional musicians bringing everything from Americana and folk to surf rock and roots-inspired sounds to the canyon.
Set just outside downtown Boulder at the entrance to Boulder Canyon, Adventure Jams creates the kind of atmosphere that feels uniquely Colorado — part outdoor concert, part basecamp gathering, and part community hangout for climbers, bikers, hikers, travelers, and locals alike.
All Adventure Jams performances take place in the Beer Garden at A-Lodge Boulder from 7–9pm.
Whether you’re winding down after an adventure day in the mountains or simply looking for live music in Boulder with a more relaxed outdoor setting, Adventure Jams is quickly becoming one of the best ways to spend a summer evening in Boulder.
The Adventure Jams Beer Garden Experience
The Beer Garden at A-Lodge Boulder offers a different kind of live music experience than a traditional venue. Instead of crowded indoor spaces, Adventure Jams brings people together outdoors beneath the canyon walls with mountain air, open seating, and the relaxed energy that defines Boulder summers.
Guests can grab a drink, hang out around the fire pits, connect with fellow adventurers, and enjoy live music just minutes from some of Boulder’s best hiking, climbing, and biking trails. Travelers staying onsite at A-Lodge can simply walk from their room or cabin directly to the music, while locals can stop in after work or after a day outside.
Adventure Jams is about more than just live performances — it’s about building community around music, adventure, and shared experiences outdoors.
2026 Adventure Jams Schedule
Friday, June 12 — Trace & Baerd
Trace & Baerd blend instrumental folk, Americana, Celtic, bluegrass, and improvisational influences into a sound that feels both intimate and cinematic. Based in Colorado, the duo combines fiddle and guitar work with an adventurous musical style shaped by spontaneity and collaboration. Their debut album Elevation showcases a mix of acoustic traditions and modern creativity that pairs perfectly with summer evenings in Boulder.
Website: https://www.traceandbaerd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traceandbaerd/
Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5emuzvHKFoaNJICOyfDSEa
Friday, June 26 — Smörgåsgrass
Kicking off the Adventure Jams summer lineup, Smörgåsgrass brings a fresh twist to traditional bluegrass with a unique blend of American roots music and Scandinavian folk influences. Based in Colorado, the band combines driving string arrangements, tight harmonies, and energetic live performances that are equally suited to mountain festivals, outdoor gatherings, and summer evenings under the stars. Their upbeat acoustic sound and playful spirit make them a perfect fit for the A-Lodge Beer Garden and Adventure Jams atmosphere.
Website: https://www.smorgasgrass.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smorgasgrass/
Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0E4kL3mP3v1Jm9j3m3lK5R
Saturday, July 11 — The Beloved Invaders
Longtime Colorado favorites The Beloved Invaders bring their energetic instrumental surf-rock sound to Adventure Jams this summer. Known for twangy guitar work, vintage surf influences, and upbeat live performances, the band delivers music that feels equally at home at a beach party, mountain gathering, or Boulder summer night. Their fun, high-energy style makes them a perfect fit for the outdoor Beer Garden atmosphere.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebelovedinvaders/
Music: https://www.reverbnation.com/thebelovedinvaders
Friday, July 17 — Trace & Baerd
After their first Adventure Jams performance in June, Trace & Baerd return to A-Lodge Boulder for another evening of immersive acoustic music and mountain-town energy.
Website: https://www.traceandbaerd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traceandbaerd/
Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5emuzvHKFoaNJICOyfDSEa
Friday, July 24 — TBA
Another Adventure Jams weekend is currently in the works for late July. We’ll be announcing the artist lineup soon, so stay tuned for updates as the summer calendar continues to grow.
Saturday, August 15 — Trace & Baerd
Trace & Baerd return once again later this summer with their unique blend of folk, bluegrass, Celtic, and improvisational acoustic music. Their live performances create the kind of laid-back yet captivating atmosphere that Adventure Jams is all about.
Website: https://www.traceandbaerd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traceandbaerd/
Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5emuzvHKFoaNJICOyfDSEa
Saturday, August 22 — Derek Dames Ohl
Boulder-based singer-songwriter Derek Dames Ohl closes out the current Adventure Jams lineup with his blend of Americana, folk, country, blues, and roots-inspired storytelling. Influenced by artists like John Prine and Blaze Foley, Derek’s music combines heartfelt songwriting with the kind of authentic mountain-town energy that fits perfectly at A-Lodge Boulder. His performances balance classic American roots traditions with a modern Colorado spirit.
Website: https://derekdamesohlmuzak.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derekdamesohlmuzak/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7570TvOJqcg192xJQBthtU
Why We Created Adventure Jams
Adventure Jams was created to bring together the things that make Boulder special: live music, outdoor culture, community, and the shared energy that comes from gathering after a day in the mountains.
At A-Lodge Boulder, we’ve always believed that adventure is about more than activities — it’s also about the people you meet, the stories you share, and the moments that happen afterward around a fire pit, over a drink, or during a live set beneath the canyon walls.
Adventure Jams is designed to feel approachable, welcoming, and deeply connected to the outdoor community that makes Boulder such a unique place.
Stay at A-Lodge During Adventure Jams
Turn Adventure Jams into a full Boulder adventure weekend by staying onsite at A-Lodge Boulder. Guests can spend the day hiking, climbing, biking, or exploring Boulder before walking directly into the Beer Garden for live music in the evening.
Located at the entrance to Boulder Canyon, A-Lodge offers easy access to both downtown Boulder and the mountains, making it an ideal basecamp for summer adventures and live music nights alike.
Join Us This Summer
Adventure Jams is continuing to grow throughout the summer, with additional artists and dates still being added to the calendar.
Come early, grab a drink, settle into the Beer Garden, and enjoy live outdoor music in Boulder surrounded by mountain views and good company.
We’ll see you this summer at A-Lodge Boulder.
Asa Firestone was born with an entrepreneurial spirit and has cultivated hospitality expertise in the picturesque landscapes of Lyons and Boulder, Colorado. As the co-owner of the A Lodge, his journey epitomizes dedication, innovation, and a deep-rooted commitment to community.
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