Strum, Sing, Repeat 🎸 Boulder’s Open Jam Night

1/19/2026 • What's Happenin' Team • Boulder
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🎶 Boulder’s Acoustic Open Jam Night Is Calling

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Happy Monday, Boulder! đŸŒž

Looking for a laid-back way to make music (or just soak it in) this week? On Monday, January 19, Boulder’s getting a feel-good, all-are-welcome Acoustic Open Jam Session tucked inside one of the city’s most iconic gathering places. Whether you play, sing, or simply vibe along, this is one of those community nights that feels very Boulder.

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🎸 Acoustic Open Jam Session

🎸 Acoustic Open Jam Session

📍 Community house - Rocky Mountain Climbers Club Baseline Rd & 9th St, Boulder, CO, United States

⏰ Door time: 5:30 PM Show time: 6:00 PM

🎟️ Free (RSVP encouraged)

Presented by Colorado Chautauqua National Historic Landmark

This free jam session is open to all levels and all styles. Expect a rotating mix of classic rock staples, bluegrass favorites, jazz standards, and whatever else the group feels inspired to play. Charts are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own—and beginners are just as encouraged as seasoned players. Come to play, sing, or simply listen and enjoy the communal energy.


🏛️ What Is the Community House – Rocky Mountain Climbers Club?

Built in 1918, the Community House is often called Chautauqua’s “living room,” hosting intimate concerts, forums, films, and educational programs throughout the year. While catching a show at the Chautauqua Auditorium is a classic summer must-do, Community House concerts have become a favorite for audiences who want to experience music up close in a warm, acoustically rich setting. It’s widely considered one of the Front Range’s premier listening rooms—and a place that feels special the moment you walk in.


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👋 See You There, Boulder

Bring a guitar, a fiddle, a voice, or just your curiosity—and settle into a Monday night that’s all about connection and creativity. 🎶

Forward this to a Boulder buddy, and if you’ve got an event coming up, you know where to send it.

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See you out there👋

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