Mountain Music Mondays Free Concert Series
Dillon is the place to be on Monday nights all summer long - enjoy free music on the shores of the Dillon Reservoir in a wide variety of musical styles and genres. From Grammy-winning, singer-songwriters to classical orchestras, rootsy folk rock, jam bands and multicultural/world music, the Dillon Amphitheater will have something for everyone this summer. Most shows include opening sets from local bands and artists. Join your friends and neighbors as we celebrate our community free shows with nationally-touring artists and up-and-coming stars!
2026 Lineup
The full free concert lineup for 2026 will be announced mid-April. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram and subscribe to our emails for updates and news regarding the Mountain Music Monday free concert series.
Know Before You Go/FAQs
Tickets and/or preregistration are not required for free shows, unless specifically communicated on that events page.
Entry to a free show is first-come, first-served. If capacity is reached, we will operate on a one-in, one-out policy. For popular events, we suggest you arrive early.
Reentry is permitted during free shows, unless the venue is at capacity.
Thank you for a great summer, we'll see you back at the amphitheater in 2026!
Free Music Calendar
Mountain Music Mondays free concert series is now over for the 2025 season. Our 2026 lineup will be announced mid-April.
Lotus
with special guest Float Like A Buffalo
- Date: 07/14/2025 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- Location: Dillon Amphitheater
135 W. Lodgepole Street
Dillon, Colorado 80435 - Introduction: Mountain Music Monday - Free Concert!
AGES: All Ages
DOORS: 5:30 p.m.
SHOW: 6:30 p.m.
TICKETS: Free Show! No tickets required.
Non-Profit Beneficiary: ARISE
Lotus
Lotus, innovators in blending electronic dance music with the jam band model of improvisation, have captivated audiences with their high-energy, dance-inducing shows and intrepid studio work. Drawing from genres such as psychedelic rock, krautrock, post-rock, disco, and funk, the four-piece band is known for their festival-favorite performances and intriguing songwriting, which seamlessly transitions from high-flying guitar solos to modular synth workouts, combining tightly composed songs with free ranging group improvisation.
Their 11th studio album, "How To Dream In Color," showcases Lotus's evolution, featuring 12 tracks that traverse a spectrum of soundscapes. While primarily instrumental, this album includes vocals—both traditional and electronically manipulated—integrating elements that create distinct atmospheres for each composition. Highlights include tracks like “How Do I Come Down,” a riveting opener with Radiohead-esque vocals from Gabe Otto, the groovy and unique “Watching the Distant Storm,” and the driving krautrock instrumental “In the Shadow of the Mountain.” The album originated from demos on an old 8-track reel-to-reel tape machine, balancing gritty analog sounds with hi-fi studio production. The album reflects a dreamlike narrative where incongruities blend into a cohesive whole, incorporating guest vocals, horns, violin, hand pan, modular synths, and modern electronic techniques.
Building on their extensive touring experience and diverse production styles, Lotus continues to innovate and inspire. Over the last two decades, the band has toured actively throughout the US working their way up from clubs to world-class venues such as Red Rocks (15 times). They've become festival favorites, playing everything from Bonnaroo to Outside Lands and Electric Forest. This year, the band celebrates the sixteenth anniversary of their annual festival, Summer Dance, in Garrettsville, OH. Much like a live Lotus show, "How To Dream In Color" is a journey, offering a beacon for fans old and new, inviting them to explore the vibrant and infinite realms of Lotus' musical vision.