The Venue

The Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center, housed in a historic building, is the cornerstone of Cedaredge, Colorado's Main Street.

Hosting concerts, classes, theatrical productions, presentations, meetings, parties, dances, and so much more, GMAEC is the go-to place for entertainment on the Western Slope.

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Theatre

Our state-of-the-art Bank of Colorado Theatre, with a capacity of 175, boasts a superior sound system, professional stage lighting, a retractable movie screen, stage curtains, and a bar.

Aside from stage events, the Theatre is available for weddings, classes, company parties, and more.

Classroom

On display in our Alpine Bank Classroom is the creative art of Cedaredge area students.

The classroom is a perfect setting for small groups to gather for discussion, meetings, and learning.

Gallery

The Starr Family Gallery is a curated gallery featuring the works of local and national artists.

From paintings to sculptures, the Gallery beautifully displays these works of art under professional lighting.

The Gallery is also host to weddings, meetings, and lessons.

Green Room

The Green Room welcomes our performers with space and comfort to relax before and after a show.

Past performers are proudly displayed on the wall of the Green Room.

The Green Room works well as a dressing room for weddings and performances.

It also serves as offices for our Executive Director and staff.

The Vault

The Vault is GMAEC's gift shop.

Located in what was once a bank vault, The Vault offers gifts and memorabilia for everyone!

Books by local authors, jewelry, ornaments, and other items created by local artists, t-shirts, tote bags & more!

Come visit and pick up something unique for you or someone special!

The Courtyard

The Courtyard is a beautiful outdoor area with foliage, sculptures, and a raised terrace area.

It's perfect for outdoor weddings, family reunions, birthday parties, and more.

Outdoor Music Stage

The New Outdoor Stage gave life to our Summer Concert Series, attracting huge crowds and musicians from across the country. With a full-service bar, food vendors, and a covered stage, musicians & patrons alike are drawn to this amazing music event. Come check it out. Our Summer Concert Series is free and open to the public!

Art Garage Open House

GMAEC recently introduced a new addition to our facility, The Art Garage. Formerly Anderson’s Garage, The Art Garage is now open and holding classes! Robin Luster, the Art Garage Manager, invites you to the Open House on May 25th from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.

Cupcakes
Art Demonstrations (meet the artists)
Tours of the Art Studio and Pottery Studio (coming soon!)
Create a community art project to be displayed in the Art Garage

There is so much to look forward to at GMAEC and the New Art Garage!

Art Garage

Please consider donating to the Art Garage Fund.

Your tax deductible donation will help escalate the full opening of this new studio!

(Donations to the Art Garage qualify for the Enterprise Zone Tax Credit!)

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