Summer Music Festivals in the Mountains

July 7, 2026
5 min read

Experience Summer Concert Season Just Minutes from Sojourn at Idlewild

One of the best parts of owning a home in Sojourn at Idlewild, Winter Park's newest mountain community in Winter Park, is having some of the area's biggest events just minutes away. Making it easy to enjoy world-class concerts without worrying about parking or traffic.  Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, second home, or mountain getaway, Sojourn at Idlewild offers the perfect combination of modern mountain living and access to everything downtown Winter Park has to offer.

43rd Annual Winter Park Jazz Festival | July 18 & 19 | Rendezvous Event Center

A beloved summer tradition, the 43rd Annual Winter Park Jazz Festival returns for another incredible weekend of jazz, R&B, and soul in the heart of Winter Park.

Saturday, July 18

  • Patti LaBelle
  • Damien Escobar
  • Najee
  • Purple Magic featuring Marcus Anderson, BK Jackson & Adrian Crutchfield
  • Gregory Goodloe

Sunday, July 19

  • Brian Culbertson
  • After 7
  • Kim and Kayla Waters
  • JJ Sansaverino with Lin Rountree and Art Sherrod Jr.
  • Nelson Rangell

Imagine spending the day enjoying live music with mountain views, and strolling home after the encore.

Revel in the Park | July 24 & 25 | Rendezvous Event Center

The music continues the following weekend with Revel in the Park, bringing together some of today's top bluegrass and Americana artists.

Friday, July 24

  • Kitchen Dwellers
  • Dogs In A Pile
  • The Fretliners

Saturday, July 25

  • Kitchen Dwellers
  • Shadowgrass
  • Madeline Hawthorne
  • Bonfire Dub

This relaxed, outdoor festival is another reminder of why Winter Park summers are so special. Living nearby means you can enjoy every performance while still being just minutes from home.

The Beach Boys | September 2 | Rendezvous Event Center

Close out the summer with one of America's most iconic bands. The Beach Boys will take the stage as part of the celebration of 250 years of the United States, bringing decades of classic hits to Winter Park for an unforgettable evening under the stars.

The Music Doesn't Stop There

While the major festivals attract visitors from all over, locals know that live music is part of everyday life throughout the summer. Living at Sojourn at Idlewild means you'll always have something to look forward to, with free concerts happening nearly every night of the week.

Weekly Summer Music Series

  • Tuesdays 6-8PM (through August 25): Picnic in the Park – Old Schoolhouse Park in Fraser
  • Wednesdays 5-8PM (through September 2): Wednesday Night Concert Series - Granby Ranch
  • Thursdays 6-8PM (through August 27): High Note Thursdays - Rendezvous Event Center in Winter Park
  • Fridays 6-8 PM (through September 4): Music on the Square - Cooper Creek Square in Winter Park
  • Saturdays 4-6PM (through September 5): Saturday Sessions - Cooper Creek Square in Winter Park

The Sojourn at Idlewild Lifestyle

While these concerts are highlights of the summer, they're just one part of what makes life at Sojourn at Idlewild so unique. The community is ideally located within minutes of downtown Winter Park's restaurants, breweries, shopping, trails, and year-round events.

When the music ends, adventure continues with miles of hiking and biking trails, world-class skiing just minutes away, and endless opportunities to enjoy the Colorado mountain lifestyle.

If you've been dreaming of owning a home where entertainment, recreation, and mountain living come together, Sojourn at Idlewild offers a rare opportunity to be in the center of it all.

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