Special Events

Throughout the year, Central City Opera is proud to present a number of concerts, cabarets, education programs, and other performances across the region. Additionally, Central City Opera hosts fun and innovative fundraisers throughout the year that support the four pillars of the company: Artist Training, Historic Properties, Education, and our yearly Festival. Please consider attending one of our fundraising events to help sustain these necessary programs!

2026 Dream Events

Support Central City Opera by attending a Dream Event. Dream Events invite you along for once-in-a-lifetime happenings in Denver, adventures found only in Colorado, and behind the scenes experiences at the opera. 

A Night at the Opera

June 27, 6:00pm
150 W Adams Ave,
Breckenridge, CO

Join CCO touring artists for a specail one night only concert with the National Repertory Orchestra in Breckenridge. Featuring some of opera’s greatest hits by Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, and Bizet. Plus more!

Opening Night Celebrations

June 27, July 4, July 8
5pm
Teller House, Central City

Sponsored by Kim Morss & Richard Dehncke and ZIM Consulting

Enhance your opening night experience with exclusive access to a behind-the-scenes look at each opera guided by our expert music team. 

In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to mingle with CCO leadership, enjoy delicious food and cocktails provided by Serendipity Catering, and converse with other opera enthusiasts, all before the curtain rises.  

Ant Hill, 2023, by Dustin Keirns

In Regard to Nature

July 10 at 6:00PM
Teller House, Central City

A Photography Exhibition by Colorado artist and Gilpin Arts Association member, Dustin Keirns. Opening reception before CCO In Concert on July 10th.
Free to attend, RSVP preferred.

Colorado Day at Union Station

August 1
11am-5pm
Denver Union Station

Celebrate Colorado’s 150th anniversary at Union Station. This day featuring performances by CCO musicians (and other Colorado performing arts organizations) plus cultural experiences, food and drink, and family-friendly fun.