Music scene · Salida
An Arkansas River mountain town where acoustic and folk acts play downtown bars and restaurants for the outdoor tourism crowd, with summer festivals anchoring the live music calendar.
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An Arkansas River mountain town where acoustic and folk acts play downtown bars and restaurants for the outdoor tourism crowd, with summer festivals anchoring the live music calendar.
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Salida, a mountain town along the Arkansas River, has music tied to its outdoor tourism and small downtown. Local acoustic acts and folk musicians play for visitors, while bands from the Colorado Springs or Canon City area pass through for weekend sets.
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