What is a Pops Orchestra?
A "pops orchestra" is a symphony orchestra that specializes in performing popular music, show tunes, and light classical pieces, often alongside more traditional orchestral works. They aim to be more accessible and engaging for a broader audience than traditional classical orchestras.
Denver Pops Orchestra is a community-based nonprofit organization that has been serving up great music in metro Denver for over 40 years. The 65+ members who volunteer their time and talents represent a variety of ages and vocations. The ensemble aims to serve Denver area communities through performances of familiar music, including a wide range of music from light classical and symphonic to operatic movements, Broadway and movie tunes to dance band and pops compositions. The Denver Pops perform regularly from August through May, offering a variety of concerts, formal dances, benefits, and special events.
10.25
11.06
12.13
10.05
02.07
03.13 & 14
08.30
05.02
2026
2025
Strauss II: Blue Danube Waltz
Stravinsky: The Firebird Finale
Williams: Flight to Neverland
Performances
Yachty Got Back
Saturday, August 30th, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Philip S. Miller Amphitheater - 1375 W Plum Creek Pkwy, Castle Rock, CO 80109
Known for their lively performances, Yachty Got Back brings unforgettable shows featuring stunning choreography, vibrant costumes and nostalgic hits from the 70s and 80s soft rock era that transport fans back to this golden age of smooth tunes. Their immersive live experience has earned them a loyal following, and they are quickly rising as one of the most exciting acts in the yacht rock scene. Get ready to dance the night away and feel the good vibes of Yachty Got Back's amazing production.
Waltzing Through Time
Sunday, October 10th, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Wheat Ridge Center for Music & Arts - 7530 W 38th Avenue, Wheat Ridge CO 80033
Step into the glittering ballrooms of 19th-century Vienna as the Denver Pops Orchestra celebrates the 200th birthday of the “Waltz King” himself — Johann Strauss Jr. Founded in 1979 as the Mostly Strauss Orchestra, our ensemble’s earliest days were filled with elegant dances and formal balls. Now, we return to those roots with a dazzling evening of swirling waltzes, lively polkas, and spirited marches that defined an era.
From the elegance of the Blue Danube to the joyful sparkle of Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka, Strauss’ music bursts with energy, charm, and irresistible rhythm. This is more than a concert — it’s a toast to two centuries of timeless melodies that built the foundation of the Denver Pops.
Wild Goose Masquerade Ball
Saturday, October 25th, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Avalon Grand Ballroom - 6185 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80303
Attend an evening of elegance, mystery, and exhilarating music at the 74th Wild Goose Masquerade Ball! The Denver Pops Orchestra will sweep you off your feet with a dazzling mix of waltzes, swing, and more, filling the Avalon Grand Ballroom with a lush, vibrant soundscape perfect for dancing the night away. Don your most stunning formal, semi-formal, or ethnic attire, conceal your identity behind a mask, and join in the costume contest for a chance to win prizes. With light refreshments, an atmosphere charged with anticipation, and music that will keep your heart racing, this is one autumn evening you won’t want to miss!
The Heart of a Nation
Thursday, November 6th, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Highlands Ranch Mansion - 9950 E Gateway Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Holiday Concert
Saturday, December 13th, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Wheat Ridge Center for Music & Arts - 7530 W 38th Avenue, Wheat Ridge CO 80033
Ring in the holiday season with joy, sparkle, and symphonic magic as the Denver Pops Orchestra presents a festive concert on Saturday, December 13th at 6:00 PM! From the playful sleigh bells of Leroy Anderson’s Sleigh Ride to a heartwarming Holiday Sing-Along, this program brims with cheer and nostalgia. Relive the wonder of childhood with selections from Home Alone and the dazzling sounds of Mannheim Steamroller, then journey into the drama of Jesus Christ Superstar. Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends, or simply savoring the music of the season, this concert is sure to fill your heart with holiday spirit and leave you humming all the way home!
Feburary Concert
Saturday, Feburary 7th, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Wheat Ridge Center for Music & Arts - 7530 W 38th Avenue, Wheat Ridge CO 80033
Psalms and Passion: The Music of Leonard Bernstein with the Colorado Choir
Friday, March 13th, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, March 14th, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Bethany Lutheran Church - 4500 E Hampden Ave, Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113
Movie Night at the Pops
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Wheat Ridge Center for Music & Arts - 7530 W 38th Avenue, Wheat Ridge CO 80033
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