About

The mission of the Steamboat Springs Free Summer Concert Series Committee is to plan and produce an annual summer music series that is free to the public and provides enjoyment for both local residents and visitors.

History

The Steamboat Springs Free Summer Concert Series(SSFSCS) began in 1990/91 as a small concert series with several hundred in attendance and presented on the lawn of the Routt County Court House, the community gathering space in the heart of downtown Steamboat Springs. Started by a small record shop owner and friends, the Series now features 5 concerts per year with attendance averaging 3,500 to 6,000 per concert for an annual total annual average of 22,000 people. The concerts feature nationally recognized artists in the area of pop-rock, reggae, bluegrass, blues, and funk.

The series is a gathering for all ages and has become truly one of the signature family events in the valley. Audience sizes can fluctuate relative to the performer’s popularity or how the concert is scheduled in relation to signature event weekends. The attendance is generally comprised of 20% visitors and 80% locals. One of the most compelling rewards of this program is the access to great music for working class citizens. With the stratification of the haves and the have-nots in our rural resort community, the Series is supported by many businesses as a way for them to provide added benefit to their employees. The Series has served up free music to over 255,000 residents and visitors over its 18 year existence.

Board of Directors and Staff

President - Audrey Williams
Vice President - Scott Fox
Secretary - Coleman Cook
Treasurer-Walter Frank

Directors

Executive Director - Nancy B. Kramer
Director Emeritus - Joe Kboudi
Amy Davis
Kim Haggarty
Mike Polucci
Mark Walker
Talent - John Waldman


Volunteer Administrative Assistant - Madison Proper
Development Sponsorship Coordinator - Betsy Cook
Site/Volunteer Coordinator -  Torey and Willis Wodnik



The Steamboat Springs Free Summer Concert is a 501c(3) Charitable Organization Individual Gifts are Tax Deductible to the Full Extent of the IRS Rules and Regulations.