The Mission Ballroom

If every concert experience I have for the rest of my life could be at The Mission Ballroom, I would die happy. I'm not from Denver, but I flew in with my husband and our friends for a show (Something Corporate in September '24), not caring at all about the venue and just wanting to see the show. But we were so pleasantly surprised once we got there. First, it was in a fun area of town that seems to be going through a revival, so we loved being able to get dropped off at one location by our Uber, getting dinner and drinks right there by the venue. Then, even though the line to get in snaked back and forth 4 or 5 times, the entry process was so smooth and quick. Every employee we interacted with was helpful and kind. Once we got into our spots for the show and we looked around a little, we loved how the venue was set up with the floor space and tiered seating. It honestly looked like there wouldn't be a bad seat in the house. But what really pushed The Mission Ballroom over the edge in terms of being an incredible venue was the security worker who was between the floor section and the stage. Like most venues, there were gates that kept the crowd from being right up against the bottom of the stage, and in the area in between the two, a security guard walked back and forth. But unlike most venues, the security guard took note that it was pretty warm in the venue (it was unusually hot outside), and as everyone packed in, it was getting warmer. He started passing out bottled water to anyone who signaled that they wanted or needed one. Once the concert started, he walked back and forth in front of the crowd with a large piece of cardboard or something, waving it to act as a fan. We were 5-7 people back into the crowd, and even we felt the breeze he was creating. At one point, the lead singer stopped and restarted a song so that he could point out that he had seen plenty of security workers be jerks, but he had never seen a security officer be so thoughtful and kind. We all agreed. It was an amazing concert made even more amazing by the venue and venue staff.

A fun venue that is well set up. The air conditioning was pretty good at keeping the venue from getting too hot. There was no wait to use the bathroom before or after the show. Getting in and out of the venue was very easy. Will definitely come back to see another show.

Great lighting and decent sound. I recommend getting there early to grab cushions and sit in the balcony center area. The service was OUTSTANDING, everyone I asked for help was so great. Parking in the underground garage was convenient and expensive but traffic cleared fast. My friend's Uber was quick too. A fantastic venue that is so accommodating.

Had a great time!! The show was fantastic, Reckless Kelly played for almost 3 straight hours, and Steve Earle was the LEGEND that he is!! The facility itself is good, but riser seats at the rear of the main floor have no backs. So the only real seating is on the balcony, but the seats are good, and the view is awesome 👌. The line in was a exercise in confusion as security didn't show till the doors cracked, but that was about the glitch, and once you were inside food and drinks were easy to come by 😋.

Mission Ballroom is easily the best music venue in Denver with strong design that lets everyone in the space have a great experience. Not a bad seat in the house, conveniently placed concessions around the entire ballroom on each floor, a smoking patio for those who need it, and free stadium cushions for those sitting. The sound in the space is excellent and the giant disco ball is cool. Always happy to see a show here.

Mission is so cool, great bathrooms, good food options, and an impressive stage setup. Only real con is that the AC in this place cannot handle the place at capacity. This venue is HOT. So dress lightly and try and get a seat since the floor is like hanging out in an oven.

I love shows at this venue! There are ample bathrooms, bars, and space to enjoy artists. The disco ball is such a crowd-pleaser. Of course, the most important aspect, the acoustics, are amazing. I'm no audio technician, but every show I've seen her sounded and looked great.

cool venue. the GA area is roomy and they have bars all around. There are places in GA for people to sit or stand, depending on preference. The process to get in is a little weird, but I think that's just a process built by someone who isn't smart.

Best venue in Denver! Love the upgrades to the coat check, it's was a lot more efficient this winter. That being said, get your coat 10 minutes before you're planning on leaving, especially if the show is over soon. The line gets looooonnnng as soon as the last song plays. I love the option to sit down if I want or go in the crowd and stand up. Many bar locations, free water, and there's always medics on site. Alright now... The sound?? The lasers??? Mind blowing for an indoor venue. I've seen so many events here in the past two years and each one has been amazing.

Hands down my favorite venue in Denver. Love the option for the bleachers because as a short person I can't see anything on the floor crowd.

Unforgettable Night at The Mission Ballroom! My husband Ryan and I had a blast at The Mission Ballroom for 303 Day! Getting there was a breeze with the light rail, and the friendly staff made us feel welcome right away. The venue's state-of-the-art sound and lighting enhanced the concert experience, and the tiered rows provided great views from every seat. We danced the night away on the spacious floor and appreciated the strategically placed bars for quick refreshments. Can't wait to return for more memorable events!

Me and my friends went to a concert here on 9/18/24 what was amazing! Everyone but security was great! First of all we bought fast pass tickets and it wasn't made very clear where the correct lines were. Security wasn't very communicative and when we were put in a line and made to kind of snake around to fit in. But when they opened the line to let us out they just let us all stampede up to the doors rather than keep us in the line they made us use. Nearly lost my phone in the rush which had our tickets!!

This is my favorite indoor venue I have ever been to. Every place in the house is a great spot. There is plenty of room to dance in between the rows. There is a restaurant across the way for snacks before. The massive disco ball in the middle is mesmerizing.

Fun venue! Lots of separated space for merch, small tacos & nacho area, and lots of places to get drinks that it was not over crowded. Good design. Arriving, I went to a window to pick up tickets and passes but all three windows had people proving what they paid, on this app and then another, I just wish there was a line just for guest list~ as that did take some time to finally walk up and get my stuff in less than 30 seconds. Staff was super friendly from front middle and back. A well run venue with happy workers = great experience! And the floor space was roomy to dance although like all show the later it gets the more crowded it get too! Would totally come here again. Side view is a bit awkward with giant speakers blocking visuals but- next time i will aim for center back and up a bit. Everyone seems to know THAT is The Spot!

We saw Yelawolf, PROF, Cowboy Killer here 7/12/24. This place is awesome. We got the "fast passes" plus on-site garage parking for the show & it was SOOOO worth it. We literally had merely steps to walk from the garage to the "fast pass" line. I felt like VIP. We got in super early & was able to choose our spot. We were watching people from the normal line still pouring in 2 hours later. They had a semi-decent taco/nacho stand right after entrance, merch tables were there immediately upon entrance, also a full bar. Then when we got down to the actual show seating there were 2 full bars on each side of the main "mosh pit" floor. We opted to sit up away from the crowd (show was sold out & was jam-packed by the time it started). We found some seats up top which had padded chairs and a smaller version of the bar there right behind us!!! Drinks were pricey of course but that's expected at shows, unfortunately. I would definitely love to see another show here. The bathrooms were super easily accessible from the upper level we were on also. We had a PERFECT view of the stage and the whole packed crowd. Definitely an experience to remember.

I was honestly pretty happy with my experience here! I came to see The Band Camino and the stage was big, but not too big. Everyone that worked here was really nice and the drink prices were not bad whatsoever. I cannot tell you the last time I had a decent priced drink at a venue! If I lived closer, I would come all the time because I appreciate the fact they aren't taking advantage of their customers. The place and bathrooms were clean enough, but could've definitely been a bit cleaner. Definitely one of the better venues I've been to in a long time.

Concerts here are so much fun!! Since the venue is still fairly new, the parking there is still under construction (I believe). There is parking offered around the area, but personally parking can be so irrationally expensive. Pro tip: park at the Hub RINO garage for affordable parking and the walk isn't bad at all... unless it's snowing then it might be worth spending $20+

The best venue in denver in my opinion. We've gone to sold out shows and do not feel packed in. There is a great layout to the venue that every seat is a good seat. There's never a long wait for drinks or the bathroom. Parking is a bit of a pain, I recommend ubering for sure.

What a great venue! We saw Billy Idol this Summer (2023) Grab a bean bag cushion and enjoy your show. Not a bad seat in the house! Billy Idol has still got it, btw.

Extremely disappointed that we did not receive the service we paid for and were unable to enter the event due to unsafe conditions. Vivid seats and Mission Ballroom being inflexible and unwilling to even partially refund a group of military members who cannot afford to be injured in the crowd surges and 70mph winds, while not being let into the event hours after the doors were supposed to open, is extremely disappointing from these corporations. I would not buy tickets from this company again and would recommend no one else does either.

I've seen multiple shows here at the Mission Ballroom. The lines move quickly to get in, multiple bars to get drinks at (hint go to the side bar and not the one when you first enter, there is hardly a line), and the cleanest bathrooms for a venue. Not a bad seat in the house with amazing sound throughout the building. We love seeing shows here.

My wife and I love this place, such a great venue in a killer location in RiNo north of downtown Denver. Easy to get to, parking is pretty straightforward with lots all around the location within easy walking distance and not too expensive ($20). Also easy to take the light rail to get here. The venue itself is great, easy to get inside, never had to wait in a long line and the staff is always friendly and accommodating. For the actual concert venue, the acoustics are great throughout, I've not found a place in the venue that sounded distorted. I've been to 5+ shows here so far and not been disappointed. There are several reviews that complain about the cost of drinks...well...it's a concert venue, that kind of comes with the territory, they're not any more expensive than anywhere else I've been or maybe you're drinking too much, either way, it's not bad. The last point about this place is that they have bars and bathrooms all over the venue so you don't have to go far to refresh yourself either way. Definitely a great place that gets great acts for how 'small' it is, highly recommended!

Mission Ballroom is certainly the best up and coming small concert venue in Colorado. Restrooms are in abundance, bars are easy to access and entry is easy. The sound is amazing and never seems to be ear splittingly loud. There are VIP areas on the second level if you choose to buy tickets in that area. Depending on the show it can be standing room only or reserved seating with your own private bar and restrooms. The huge disco ball in the center of the room is truly a spectacle and is designed to change from show to show based on the artist. All in all, a nice venue and I will look forward to seeing more shows here.

Really nice, new venue, at least as of 2023 when I visited. I liked that they had plastic cups for water. The cups had to be returned, but it's better than paying $7 for a bottled water. The light up palm trees scattered around the place were a nice touch. There was seating in the back and in the balconies but lots of standing room in the front for GA events. The event I went to they even set up cocktail tables in the back but there was still lots of room. Lots of bars. So many bars in this joint. The drinks were expensive but convenient at least.

First time here and was not disappointed! The general admission is mostly standing so be prepared to stand for all hours but if you get there early you might be able to grab a seat in the back. Though the parking cost $25 the garage being underground was very convenient! Plenty of bars to get drinks, I liked how they give you a wrist band so the bartenders don't have to check IDs. The only option for food is a taco stand inside or left hand brewery outside the venue, do wish they had more food options inside. The bathroom has plenty of stalls so the line doesn't last too long and they have a water station to fill bottles up. I'd come see a show here again!

Saw one concert at Mission. They have a parking lot out front but you can save a little money parking at the garage a couple blocks away and walking a few minutes. Entering through security was quick and easy. The venue is more wide than deep, with some stadium style seats in the back and some balcony viewing on each side, otherwise it's general admission on the floor. There's also a bar on each side of the stage, and one in the lobby if I can remember, where you'll find merch tables. Pretty standard drink selection -- mixed drinks, tall cans of beer, a few wines, etc. Prices are about what you'd expect for a concert. The bartenders were cranking and did a good job. The venue is still fairly new, so it feels clean, including the bathrooms. Very good sound quality and even though it fits 3,000 people, it still feels somewhat intimate the way it's designed. In comparison to the Fillmore, they have the same capacity, the Fillmore has more vintage character but Mission is more slick and modern. Overall happy with the venue and in my top 3 in the Denver area.

I had a great time at this venue for the Lewis Capaldi concert! It was my first time at Mission Ballroom for an event. I recommend getting there early to snag a seat if you can otherwise it is standing room only. They have food options which had a long line so another reason to come early! The cups are recyclable and reusable which is a nice feature. There are lots of bins around for the cups to be disposed of so there was not a lot of trash on the floor. The venue is intimate and not overly crowded which is nice. Anywhere you are you can see the stage and have a good view! There are parking lots nearby where you can pay to park, and I also saw people using the light rail because there is a station nearby.

Great venue for a concert. We were in the VIP balcony and had a great view, private bar and private bathrooms. Staff was very friendly and attentive.

Really nice venue! Has convenient parking. Nice to have the option to either stand or sit.

This was my first time here to see Epik High and I was shocked at how nice the venue was. First off, there's plenty of parking opportunities here. You can park on the street for free and walk several blocks or pay a fee to park on the venue. There are signs everywhere so you won't get lost. The venue is really nice in that it's isolated away so only the venue is operating and you're not blocking any businesses which makes it feel safer. This venue was designed with people and crowds in mind. There are several bars and bathrooms located throughout so you're not waiting in line. It's a pretty big venue and since it's newer, it's clean and doesn't have that sticky musky feel and smell to it. There's a lot of space. We had a meet and greet and it was so nice that they actually kicked people who didn't have VIP out. At gothic they didn't and it was just crowded and a mess. This was well organized. Props to the staff.

WOW what a venue!! I have been to plenty of venues and this one was the best I've been too, from the surround sound, the bass, the video screen, the bathrooms, the seating and standing, the bars, just WOW. There's a flat floor plan in front where you can stand and then behind there are seats like bleachers where you can sit staggered if you want too. It wasn't hard to find a seat with people getting up and down a lot. The bar and bathrooms are right next to the stage so it makes it easy to move around and get a drink or go to the bathroom if you don't want to miss the show. The sound was LOUD, which I love because compared to other places that are not as great. Will definitely come back for some more shows and I cannot wait!!

Wow! This place is pretty fab. 3500+ capacity, clean restrooms, quick service at the bars (waited a whole minute) and merch table (waited 13minutes). Drinks are expensive (typical) and GA is very roomy but as the usje, mind your moshing (don't do it). Tonites show with Judas Priest and Queensryche was fantastic!! The sound was clear and perfectly loud, the light show very spasmatastic. Parking is a walk so wear some good shoes ladies. RiNo is building up fast with high rises so there is no such thing as prime parking. You can prepay at the lot on 38th and Brighton or pay as you arrive at the 40th Street lot. Expect to have a wait getting thru security. Bags are allowed but will be searched. Bars accept only credit card for payment. There was a coffee kiosk as well.

Have you ever been to a music venue and thought that it was too comfortable? Are you looking for a music venue that has zero character and could easily be turned into a prison? Well my friends, check out the utilitarian concrete hellhole of The Mission Ballroom, if you're lucky you'll catch the evening smell of the purina factory which promises to assail your olfactory senses while the concrete benches amplify your scoliosis. Bonus! The sound and lighting is garbage. Truly a corporate masterpiece.

Awesome concert venue. Lots of space, plenty of concessions (including food), and large, clean restrooms. One of my favorite Denver area venues.

Honestly this is a really great music venue. GA is the entire venue making tickets very affordable. There are accessible clean bathrooms on all the floors, multiple bars, and the option to have seated seating in benches or to go into the pit. I recommend getting there a bit earlier to snag a spot on the seated benches that give you a fantastic view of the stage. One of my favorite venues in Denver!

Great smaller venue! We saw Glass Animals at Mission Ballroom a week ago and we had such a great time. The bottom floor is standing room only, but we ventured upstairs. Fun fact, they have seating up stairs for people who want to sit during openers or in between sets. When Glass Animals started everyone upstairs sat up, but it was so nice to have somewhere to sit before the concert started (and while the opener was performing). Would definitely come back to this venue because it was clean and easy to go in and out. My one comment is I wish I would have driven my rental car and parked close by at one of the lots. It took us about 20mins to get connected to an Uber/Lyft driver afterwards, so I've definitely learned my lesson there.

First time going to this venue and I just want to thank everyone who helped us out as my husband is in a wheelchair. Everyone we encountered was so nice and helpful! We had great seats there was no issues at all the sound was amazing! Thank you so much and we will be back soon!

Hands down the best venue in Denver. You can always get a drink, and there are places to sit down. Sound system is killer too.

This was my first time at Mission Ballroom and I was really impressed by the convenience of the amenities and the ample stadium seating/standing areas upstairs. The bathrooms were plentiful and clean, which I really appreciated. The forced long walk down a closed road to the park and ride created confusion for a lot of folks who clicked an Uber pickup before being sent on the long walk. It was quite chilly out and the wait for the Uber was 30 + minutes because so many got turned around or went to the entrance of the building several blocks away. Unfortunately you'll have to wait until you get to the park and ride to hail your ride share, so come prepared.

Decent venue! They had new metal detectors that only detect certain metals, so no need to take phones or jewelry off your person to go through security. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked, even later in the evening. Drinks were $8.50, so fairly reasonable- although water bottles were $6. I saw some people with nachos but didn't get any myself. You can bring in water bottles, and they have really nice water refill stations throughout. I saw someone with a hydroflask, so metal might be ok, but I would probably stick with plastic just in case.

This is one of the first times I actually went to a music venue and fell in love with the VENUE more than the music. Don't get me wrong--the music was still great. Transportation to and from Mission Ballroom was seamless, instead of the expected logistical nightmare, and getting in through the several lines felt stress-free. Minus the cold weather. Always a good schedule of shows here. Clean facilities. Beautifully organized chaos overall. Love how many bars were scattered throughout the venue, well-marked on the different levels, so everyone didn't have to push through crowds to get a drink. Expensive prices as expected, though. The tiered venue layout made it easy for everyone to have a good vantage point. Plenty of space on the large "stairs" to sit down when needed and not feel claustrophobic. There's still the classic "mosh pit" feeling closer to the front, but I had fun chilling on higher ground. I can't wait to come back to Mission Ballroom, and there's not a lot of venues I'd say that about.

I wanted to like it but can't. Saw Bob Weir show. Very crowded GA and no one would slide over to make room for 2 of us. Very bad air quality inside. Stuffy and people vaping like crazy. Sound was muffled. Parking a bit tricky. We left early. Not worth it.

Venue is pretty big, but the lights are not the greatest and the sound is kinda muffled. It's way over priced for any drink you get. Staff is completely rude and on a power trip, as well as security. I wouldn't go back to this venue if I was paid to and my favorite artist was playing. Staff gets drunk and thinks they can bully people around and not mind their own business. This venue is managed terribly. Also - parking is $20 or you have to walk 5 blocks. Good luck to anyone who considers this venue for a show!

My partner and I went to Mission Ballroom to see Cory Wong in February. My partner has a disability and is a person of color. They had a new head of security who refused to allow in an assistance decide of hers that had been allowed as an ADA allowance for 20+ previous shows we attended at the Mission. When I called out the head of securities ableism and breaking of ADA law he proceeded to flash racist hand signals before eventually muttering the N word multiple times directed at my partner. He then chose to kick us out of the venue and brought the police over. Even the police officer said he thought security was abusing their power but had to obey them as they were privately hired by the venue. I have written every contact for Mission with these details with no reply. This venue is discriminating against its patrons of color and with disabilities.

I've been to 2 concerts at mission and I really enjoy this venue. The bar staff is very friendly as well as security. It's clean, great sound system and you're able to see from anywhere in the venue.

When I went for Dj diesel the security guys handed out water and took care of the people , the ac was great and same with the sound . Recommend for concerts with going to

Have fun paying $15 for a White Claw. Enough said. I've never seen a venue charge these prices and we go out ALL the time.

This venue is amazing. They have the best sound system I've ever experienced in an inside venue. There is also many levels to where you can watch the show so it's easy to find a spot with a good view. Bathrooms are clean. Drinks are expensive (what is expected at venues like this) but they pour heavy. All the staff that work there are very efficient as well. I only took videos from when I went so can't upload any pictures but I would definitely recommend going to see a show here!

Very cool venue! Intimate so anywhere in the place is a great view of the concert. Parking is super easy and getting in an out was very easy and well managed.

Officially found my favorite Denver venue! The Mission Ballroom, located at the very top of RiNo, really checks all the boxes for me. It feels very intimate and there honestly isn't a bad seat in the house. Easily the closest you will be able to get for very famous and well-known artists. Drinks are really easy to get as there are a ton of bars surrounding the audience. Also, I ever had to wait longer than 4 or 5 minutes for the bathroom. Parking can be an issue if you don't plan ahead. It's $20 to park in their lot or if you're smart enough you will park on the street 5 or 6 blocks away from the venue and just have that short walk after the show. They teamed up with lyft and created an area for ride share pickup that should make it easier.

While the facility is nice and brand new and for once there are tons of women's bathrooms, paying almost $100 a ticket after fees to see the headliner play less than an hour was without a doubt the most disappointing concert I have ever been to. And this was my 6th time seeing Social D. There was no encore. There was nothing but a disappointed crowd and loud boos. The seats are nice in that you don't have to pay extra. The view was good although the sound was somewhat distorted. I don't plan on coming back though. I'd rather see them at the Ogden again in July without AC. I don't know whose policy it was and I really don't care. Just because you built it doesn't mean they will come. People need to leave happy. 2 stars because they offer free soda refills and are trying to cut back on plastics used. Maybe they should go with the plant based? Just a thought. Also because there were tons of stalls in the women's rooms and the bartenders kept lines moving

Excellent venue! There's a ton of space and it's very modern. I love that Denver gets another smaller venue. We went to KTCL Channel 93.3's UniConcert featuring Kenosha Wisconsin's very own, Weezer! This next part has nothing to do with the venue, Channel 93.3, or Weezer, but the crowd was straight up rude to KTCL, the venue, and the musical guest. It was a celebration of all things Weezer and as such there was an interview at the start. These "fans" booed and hollered because they were too dense to understand the concept. Denver was very rude that night. Again. Nothing to do with the venue, KTCL/it's employees, or Weezer. Just rude "fans". Back on topic. Beer and water was reasonably priced. Cheaper than other venues but still up there in price. Bathrooms were spotless even with the large crowd. The aircon was full blast and we stayed nice and cool. Sound was EXCELLENT! I don't know who designed the sound in this venue, but kudos to you sir or ma'am. Staff was also extremely, friendly. I can't wait to see who plays there next.

Welcome to my new favorite indoor venue for Denver concerts! To my ears, the sound couldn't be better--much cleaner and more consistently present around the room than at the usual spots on Colfax. As others have said, there doesn't seem to be a bad spot in the house. The GA seating mimics that of Red Rocks, but with no place under you to stash jackets, backpacks, etc. The free cushions made my night during set breaks. I am not tall and found it easy to see the band from from various spots on the floor. While food was limited to a few options from hipster Rosenberg's, a pretzel dog was mighty tasty at 11:30 Beer options seem cheaper and of higher quality than most venues. Bonus--a $5 20oz reusable cup. Each refill gives you four extra ounces for the same $8. You can bring it back every time you visit. Transportation--I rode there with friends who parked in the garage. It's nice, but ain't worth $25. I recommend parking nearby and hoofing it. The setup for Uber/Lyft looks ideal in that signs guide you from the exit all the way to the pickup point and there's really only one way in for drivers. Good stuff all around!

They have a good concert calendar here but I have a few issues with this place: 1. The sound quality/acoustics are of poor quality. Music sounds muffled/tin can-like most of the time. 2. Beers are of fair price but the fact they don't take cash is kind of silly. 3. Last time I was here I was simply just sitting down in the seats toward the top and a couple of staff members asked me if I was "okay" which I was, but after I informed them I was fine they grabbed my wrist and forced me to go to their medical room for some reason and then shortly after tied me to a hospital gurney and took me to an emergency room for "drug detox" and telling me I was in a K hole when I had not consumed ketamine at all. They were "nice" about it but I wasn't expecting to leave the show in an ambulance. They forced me to stay there the whole night and stuck IV's in my arms and wouldn't let me call myself an Uber or anything. Makes me never want to come back to this venue again because apparently they could kick you out or send you to a hospital for fun. 4. Parking is way too expensive. $20 most of the time. There is no shuttle or any street parking within 3 miles from what I can tell.

Been to this venue two times already. The first time was for A Day To Remember concert and last one for Porter Robinson. My experience was amazing for both VIP and regular admission. Definitely the best spot for concerts in Denver area.

Flew into town to catch a band I've been trying to see. Was my first experience here - cool vibe, good sight lines, & plenty of bar accessibility. There was a little taco food truck when we walked in (which packed it in early) - only complaint is access to food. That said, if foods not their desired outcome...totally get it.

Got to visit the venue for an EDM/Techno show. The entry lines moved quickly and they were require negative covid test with 48 hours or proof of vaccination. Venue was just the right size. Drinks were priced the same as other venues. I like that they had food trucks outside for people to enjoy after the show.