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Sportsmans BBQ & the Backyard Tickets
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- Lake City, CO
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About Sportsmans BBQ & the Backyard
Sportsmans BBQ & the Backyard combines a beloved barbecue eatery with an attached outdoor live-music venue, the Backyard Amphitheater, in Lake City, Colorado. Since 2008, this to-the-point, friendly venue has hosted a variety of country and roots artists in a relaxed outdoor setting. Whether you’re here for a weekend show or a casual dinner before the set, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.
Address: 173 S Gunnison Ave, Lake City, CO 81235 for the restaurant, and the Backyard Amphitheater at 630 S Gunnison Ave. The community-friendly vibe and scenic mountain backdrop make this a true Colorado experience.
Seating at Sportsmans BBQ & the Backyard isn’t published in a single chart, but the Backyard Amphitheater offers an outdoor space suitable for enjoying performances with friends and family. If you’re driving, Lake City downtown offers free parking options, and there are nearby lodging and dining choices to extend your visit—perfect for a concert weekend. When you’re ready to lock in your plans, we’ll help you navigate tickets, directions, and local spots that make the trip easy and enjoyable.
Pro tip: check the artist’s official channels for show announcements, and keep an eye on our listings for up-to-date event details and availability. We’ve got you covered with dependable, straightforward options to get you to the show without the hassle.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Restaurant address: 173 S Gunnison Ave, Lake City, CO 81235 (Sportsman's BBQ Station).
- Outdoor venue: The Backyard Amphitheater at 630 S Gunnison Ave, Lake City, CO 81235.
- Venue type: BBQ restaurant with an attached outdoor live-music venue (backyard amphitheater) used for concerts and events.
- Notable performers (past): Michael Martin Murphey, Suzy Bogguss, Pam Tillis, Johnny Rodriguez, Moe Bandy, Gene Watson, and others since 2008.
- Capacity/seating: No official capacity or seating-chart data publicly published by the venue or official tourism sites.
- Parking: No published parking details; Lake City downtown offers free parking options per local resources.
- Nearby hotels: Inn at the Lake (600 Co Rd 33), Lake City Lodge (307 S Gunnison Ave), Alpine Village (631 Silver St), Matterhorn Mountain Motel (local lodging listings).
- Renamed/demolished status: No public evidence of demolition or renaming; Ol'53 Bar and the backyard venue appear to be ongoing parts of the operation.