The City: Grand Junction, Colorado

Grand Junction is a small city, but don't let that fool you about the resources available to our citizens. Since Grand Junction is the largest population center between Denver, Salt Lake City and Phoenix, and is the capital of Western Colorado, we are rich in community resources. This section of our web site highlights the most important areas. You'll definitely also want to check out other Grand Junction links.

The historic Avalon Theater, built in 1923 by publishing magnate Walter Walker, is located in the heart of historic downtown Grand Junction, and it has a long and colorful history as the region's premier performing arts hall.

Built for the citizens of Grand Junction by local publishing giant Walter Walker in 1923 the Avalon Theatre was, and still is, one of Western Colorado's largest Performing Arts Halls. With Grand Junction being centrally located between Salt Lake City and Denver, the Avalon is a perfect fit as a show point for major acts between cities.

Completed in 1996, the historical restoration of the Avalon recreated the look of the original 1920’s theater. FCI was able to closely match the original terra cotta ornamental work at a substantially reduced cost, by using precast concrete. The Avalon Theater won awards from Colorado Preservation Inc. and the Colorado Historical Preservation Society as one of the year’s most significant and outstanding restoration projects.

The historic Avalon Theatre is located in the Downtown Shopping Park at 645 Main Street in Grand Junction
The Avalon Theatre is one of western Colorado's largest and most prestigious venues, offering a variety of entertainment, among them being plays and concerts. Cinema at the Avalon, presented by Century 21 Cole & Company Realty, also offers contemporary classic and finest independent and foreign films daily when the facility is not in use by commuinity organizations.

The Avalon offers its patrons an intimate theatre and concert hall experience with excellent acoustical quality. Full theater production guarantees the audience an unforgettable concert experience. No seat further than 68’ from center stage.

World-renowned artists including, The John Philip Sousa Orchestra, Al Jolson, John Prine, Pat Benetar, Ethel Barrymore, Collective Soul, and Lyle Lovett. We also feature a Foreign and Independent Film Series, dance, theatrical, lecture, variety shows and private functions. The theatre is currently under on-going renovations to beautify and restore the facility. The facade and lobby areas have been completely restored to their original 1923 splendor.

The Avalon may be just what you want if your looking for a place to host your next event. They offer a wide array of rental options. The Avalon Theatre is open year round and seats just over a thousand people. For film times and information call the Cinema at the Avalon Hotline at 242-2188 or Visit their website