Published on Outside Interactive Inc., working alongside Colorado\u2019s Outdoor Recreation Industry Office and supported by presenting partners Capital One and REI Co-op, has confirmed the return of Outside Days<\/strong> to downtown Denver from May 28 to 31, 2026<\/strong>. Previously known as Outside Festival & Summit, the reimagined event will debut a larger footprint, a new location, and one of its most ambitious lineups to date, headlined by globally acclaimed artists including Death Cab for Cutie<\/strong>, My Morning Jacket<\/strong>, Cage The Elephant<\/strong>, Tash Sultana<\/strong>, Goth Babe<\/strong>, Japanese Breakfast<\/strong>, The Flaming Lips<\/strong>, Dawes<\/strong>, and several other performers set to be revealed in the months ahead.<\/p>\n With a sharpened focus on connecting people through outdoor community, culture, and creativity, Outside Days has evolved into one of the most dynamic gatherings in the outdoor industry calendar. The 2026 edition promises four full days of trail-inspired storytelling, discovery, and entertainment, anchored by athletes, explorers, filmmakers, wellness leaders, and innovators who bring the modern outdoor movement to life.<\/p>\n Capital One, the event\u2019s presenting sponsor, is offering an exclusive window of early presale access for eligible Capital One and REI Co-op Mastercard\u00ae customers. The presale opens Wednesday, December 3 at 10 a.m. MST<\/strong> and continues through Friday, December 5 at 10 a.m. MST<\/strong>. Cardholders will receive a suite of benefits throughout the buildup to the festival and during the event itself, including:<\/p>\n General public ticket sales begin immediately after the presale closes, launching Friday, December 5 at 10 a.m. MST<\/strong>.<\/p>\n After drawing more than 50,000 attendees across its past two editions and contributing an estimated $35 million<\/strong> to Colorado\u2019s economy, Outside Days is expanding its presence with a move to Denver\u2019s Auraria Campus<\/strong>. The venue shift transforms the city center into a sprawling, interactive adventure environment, giving festivalgoers more space to explore, participate, and connect.<\/p>\n Organizers anticipate welcoming more than 35,000 attendees in 2026<\/strong>, supported by an immersive calendar of experiences. These include live concerts, conversations with elite outdoor athletes, specialty workshops, adventure film screenings, climbing and gear demos, culinary showcases, and a broad mix of wellness, movement, and skill-building sessions.<\/p>\n Many signature activities will be co-created with Outside\u2019s brand partners, ensuring a high level of authenticity, innovation, and expertise across the festival grounds.<\/p>\n Thursday, May 28 marks the opening of the event\u2019s professional programming. The Outside Summit<\/strong>, now entering its third year, will gather outdoor industry leaders for deep-dive discussions on the future of recreation, sustainability, product innovation, and community engagement.<\/p>\n Running alongside the summit is Outside Ignite<\/strong>, a startup pitch showcase returning for its second year. The competition will connect emerging founders with investors and thought leaders across outdoor technology, gear, travel, media, and experiential services.<\/p>\n In 2026, the industry conference expands with two new themed tracks:<\/p>\n Professionals can access all tracks with an Industry Pass<\/strong>, which also includes entry to Friday festival programming and exclusive networking areas throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n The 2026 edition is produced by Boulder-based Outside Interactive Inc., working in collaboration with Capital One, REI Co-op, the Jeep brand, Brooks Running, UC Health, The North Face, VF Foundation, Visit Denver, and the State of Colorado. Executive production is overseen by Groundswell Experiential and Superfly, two agencies known for delivering high-impact experiential festivals.<\/p>\n After the Capital One presale concludes, all ticket tiers will open to the general public starting at:<\/p>\n VIP experiences will be available from:<\/p>\n VIP ticketholders receive elevated festival perks, including a dedicated viewing area, exclusive food options, private bars, and expedited entry.<\/p>\n Outside+ members will continue to receive year-round early-bird pricing on all VIP ticket types and single-day GA tickets. Members may also purchase GA+ passes at GA rates<\/strong>, with GA+ starting at $300<\/strong> for a three-day pass and featuring benefits such as express entry, private restrooms, additional food and beverage options, and access to the Outside+ Lounge.<\/p>\n Children aged 12 and under<\/strong> will be admitted free with a ticketed adult.<\/p>\n
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New Downtown Denver Venue, Bigger Vision for 2026<\/h3>\n
A Multi-Track Industry Conference Anchors Opening Day<\/h3>\n
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Strong Partnership Ecosystem Fuels the Festival\u2019s Growth<\/h3>\n
Ticket Pricing and Access Options for 2026<\/h3>\n
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