Rocky Mountain Rendezvous
- Dates
- Expected September
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Avalon Ballroom
- Price
- $35 to $200
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
The last Rocky Mountain Rendezvous was September 4 to 7, 2026, in Boulder, CO. Its next dates haven't been announced yet. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Rocky Mountain Rendezvous is a four-day contra dance weekend held each Labor Day weekend at the Avalon Ballroom in Boulder, Colorado, organized by the non-profit Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance (CFOOTMAD). It pairs live old-time and contra bands with callers for social dancing and draws dancers from across the region, with a welcoming, all-experience-levels community spirit.
Last time around (2025)
The most recent edition took place over Labor Day weekend 2025 at the Avalon Ballroom. Public attendee commentary is sparse, but the dancers who shared feedback described a fun, friendly weekend.
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Listen
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Lineup
Getting there
Nearest airport DEN.
How do I get to Rocky Mountain Rendezvous?
By car
Most people drive to Rocky Mountain Rendezvous. The nearest major airport is DEN, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
On site parking available. Cost One source recommends arriving 30-60 minutes before an event since the lot can fill for busy events. No dedicated overflow or rideshare-only zone documented; not applicable at this scale of indoor dance-weekend event.
🚙 Car hire
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On site parking is available; if you are hiring a car it is worth checking the cost and how early it fills.
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Where
Map shows the center of Boulder. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
Avalon Ballroom
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Rocky Mountain Rendezvous?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Mid-range hotels 2
Boulder, CO (~2.4 miles outside downtown Boulder)
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesBoulder, CO
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
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8300 Peña Boulevard, Denver, CO 80249
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
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Boulder, CO (downtown, near CU Boulder)
Link coming soonAirbnb & private camping
The Avalon Ballroom is an indoor, in-city Boulder venue with no camping component. Hipcamp is a weak/low-relevance fit here, included only for consistency with the spec's tier structure. Boulder County does have surrounding Hipcamp inventory (foothills/mountain areas west of the city) for attendees who would rather camp than book a hotel.
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Accessibility & comfort
What the organizer or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.
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Pricing
Price history and tiers
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Quick answers
When is the next Rocky Mountain Rendezvous?
Not announced yet. The last festival was September 4 to 7, 2026. The next one is expected in September.
How much are Rocky Mountain Rendezvous tickets?
$35 to $200 per person were the 2026 edition's prices. The next edition's prices will be confirmed when tickets go on sale.
Where is Rocky Mountain Rendezvous held?
Avalon Ballroom, Boulder, CO.