Grungy music venue with jazz history
Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom
Why locals love it
As the Casino Cabaret in the once notorious Five Points district, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Benny Goodman played here. Later Ray Charles, B.B. King, Ike and Tina Turner also graced the stage. These days the neighborhood cleaned up its act a bit, and though still far from the wealthiest part of town, it isn't necessarily dangerous.
Why you should visit it
In 2010 new owners took over, renamed the venue Cervantes, and made some technical improvements. The music hosted has shifted from jazz towards dubstep, electronica, hip-hop acts, DJs, bluegrass and jam bands. Cervantes consists of two venues, the larger 'masterpiece ballroom' and the smaller 'otherside' just next door.
Special tip
The current genres are representative of Colorado's mainstream music scene. Come here for an authentic experience of the local 20-somethings.
Mon: 09:00-17:00
Tu-Sa: 09:00-23:30