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  • The dining room of the Magic Rat at The Elizabeth hotel, featuring a wall of gold fabric benches and a music-themed wall-mounted collage
  • A standup bass player and a pianist perform in a dimly lit room
  • A guitar leaned up against a stool at the stage area of Magic Rat

Live Music at Magic Rat

Catch a Show

Check out our lineup of rock, folk, pop, and everything in between. No cover, no pretense, just the best live acts in town.

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  • Magic Rat Live Music - Max Mackey

    Thu, Nov 20, 2025|7 - 9pm

    Max has been playing with the Max Mackey Band, bringing his version of Genuine. Americana. Rock. to venues all over Colorado.

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  • Magic Rat Live Music - StreatBeets

    Fri, Nov 21, 2025|8 - 10pm

    Streatbeets is takin’ over Northern Colorado with buskin style energetic trio. New Orleans, jazz, folk, rockabilly influenced. Featuring Jay Russ from Crescent City Connection,, Dan Kozlowski and Kendall Wren from The Delicious Hotdogs and equally challenged…. Check them out!!

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    Magic Rat Live Music - Private Event

    Sat, Nov 22, 2025|5 - 11pm

    Magic Rat is reserved for a private event today. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more music and fun!

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    Live Music - Well Chuned

    Fri, Nov 28, 2025|8 - 10pm

    Well Chuned curates its DJ sets with a foot in the past while stepping into the future. The experience brings a deep reverence for the cornerstone of Jamaican riddims while integrating the styles of contemporary musical innovators now encompassing the globe.

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The Venue

Hit the Scene

Magic Rat is open to the public Wednesday through Saturday for live music. Enter through The Elizabeth Hotel’s first floor near the front desk or use the side entrance.

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Private Events

Set the Stage

Throw a party that hits the right notes. With an indoor-outdoor setup, a built-in stage, and a marquee with your name on it, this is the perfect setting for a celebration to remember.

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Bites

Panko Pickles$13
dill pickle spears, panko breading, scallions, served with siracha aioli
Fox Tots$13
tater tots loaded with red fox aged leicester, caramelized onions, house sauce
Mushroom Flatbread$16
gruyere mornay, roasted local oyster & crimini mushrooms, arugula, pickled red onion, truffle oil
Bison Balls $15
bison short rib stuffed arancini, guajillo, cotija, micro cilantro
Rick Reuben Roll $15
house-made corned beef eggrolls, sauerkraut, swiss, house sauce
Beignets$8
powdered sugar, chocolate ganache

Cocktails

Pink Cadillac$14
corozón blanco tequila,montelobos mezcal, passoa passionfruit liqueur, guava puree, strongwater bonfire bitters, lime
Jersey Mule$14
tito's vodka, angostura amaro, liber classic gum syrup, lime topped with ginger beer
Roll of the Dice$15
Rainmaker$14
sage-infused gin, blackberry, lemon, egg white
Highway Patrolman$15
bacon-washed benchmark whiskey, pure maple syrup, angostura bitters
Autumn Leaves$14
wheatley vodka, borghetti, pumpkin mix, turbo, cream
Rat Tail$10
pint of old aggie served with a pickle shot

Wine

HALF BOTTLES (that’s 2 glasses!)$19
selection of: bubbles, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, pinot noir, or cabernet

Suds & Such

Stem Cider, Real Dry$9
Colorado Cider Company, Cherry Glider Cider$9
Odell Brewing Co., Sippin Pretty$8
Odell Brewing Co., IPA$8
Horse & Dragon, Sad Panda Coffee Stout$8
Storm Peak Brewing, Chowder American IPA$8
New Belgium Brewing Co., Fat Tire$7
New Planet Brewing, Pale Ale, GF$8
Montucky Cold Snacks$6
Guinness$8
Coors Banquet$6
Blue Moon$6
Michelob Ultra$6
White Claw - Rotating Flavor$6
High Noon - Rotating Flavors$6
Red Bull - Regular, Sugar Free, Rotating Flavor$5
Yerba Matte - Revel Berry or Lemon$5
Heineken 0.0 NA$7
Athletic Brewing, Run Wild IPA NA$8
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Our Location

Find Us in Old Town

Magic Rat is located adjacent to The Elizabeth in Old Firehouse Alley.
Call: (970) 493-4120
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Band Inquiry

Bring Your Music To the Magic Rat

Ready to bring your band’s magic to The Elizabeth Magic Rat? We’re always on the lookout for new artists. Fill out our Band Inquiry Request Form and let us know about your sound.

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