Plans are proceeding, despite some resistance, for the construction of an amphitheater in Colorado Springs that could, upon completion, seat up to 8,000 people.
The company Notes Live, which is also based in Colorado Springs and specializes in entertainment and hospitality offerings, wants to build the Sunset Amphitheater on the north side of the city.
The project will go up not far from the entertainment venue Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers, which is also owned by Notes Live, and is expected to cost around $40 million to build.
According to the company’s website, the Sunset Amphitheater will be “the most luxurious and hospitality-focused music venue in the country,” situated so as to offer views of the sun setting over Pikes Peak.
To be built on a nearly 7-acre currently undeveloped site, the stadium will offer concerts and others shows throughout the year and will include parking space for up to 800 vehicles.
Although at first blush those spaces would appear to be not numerous enough to accommodate all of the anticipated concertgoers, it is thought that a large percentage of those fans will get to the site through the use of ride share apps.
According to city documents, additional amenities will include fire pit suites and both restaurant and bar space.
Inspiration behind the project is businessman J.W. Roth, the former owner of Roth Premium Foods.
Area residents have raised objections to the project, citing concerns about noise and traffic. Those concerns have been discussed in at least one public input meeting, with Live Notes saying that the project is currently being reviewed by traffic and parking experts.
The input of those experts is expected to be reflected in an updated application to the city for the project.
If all goes well, it is expected that work will begin on the amphitheater later this year or early next year, with a possible completion date of summer 2023.
By Garry Boulard
