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Step into a piece of Denver history at The Thompson Theatre, originally opened as Thompson Theater in 1914 and later known as the Bluebird Theater. This intimate live-music venue sits on Colfax, offering a general admission experience on the main floor with a small balcony. With a capacity commonly cited around 500 (some sources list up to 550), it’s a space where iconic acts and emerging artists share the same stage. Whether you’re catching a high-profile headline or a niche indie show, we’ve got you covered with easy-ticket access, reliable directions, and nearby stay-and-dine options to enhance your night out.
Venue details: The Thompson Theatre is housed at 3317 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206. Parking is available across the street at the Paradise Cleaners lot, with additional street parking along Colfax and nearby streets. Transit options include RTD bus routes 15, 20, 32, and 40 for convenient access. Nearby hotels like The Jacquard, Autograph Collection (2 Milwaukee St, about 1.4 miles) and Halcyon, a hotel in Cherry Creek (245 Columbine St, about 1.5 miles) provide comfortable stays within easy reach of the venue. Notable moments include performances by big-name artists and surprise shows—such as Jack White in 2024—demonstrating the venue’s history of delivering memorable live music experiences. When you’re ready to lock in tickets, we’re your constant, friendly connection to secure seats and plan a smooth evening around Denver’s vibrant Colfax corridor.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Original name: Thompson Theater (opened 1914); renamed Bluebird Theater in 1922.
- Address: Bluebird Theater, 3317 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206.
- Capacity: commonly cited around 500; some sources list up to 550.
- Venue type: historic cinema turned intimate live-music venue; generally GA on the main floor with a small balcony.
- Seating chart: no formal fixed seating chart; primarily General Admission with limited balcony seating.
- Parking: parking available across the street at the Paradise Cleaners lot; street parking on Colfax and nearby streets.
- Transit: served by RTD bus routes 15, 20, 32, and 40.
- Nearby hotels: The Jacquard, Autograph Collection (2 Milwaukee St, about 1.4 miles); Halcyon, a hotel in Cherry Creek (245 Columbine St, about 1.5 miles).
- Notable events: hosted major acts (e.g., Adele, Oasis) and smaller, high-profile shows; Jack White performed a surprise show there in 2024.