The Bright Light Social Hour is an Austin, Texas-based rock band known for their explosive blend of psychedelic rock, funk, and soul.

Catch them live on the historic St. Elmo Hotel Patio in the heart of Ouray, Colorado — one of the most stunning backdrops in the San Juans. Nestled beneath towering canyon walls, it's the perfect setting for a night of music that's as bold and alive as the mountains surrounding it.

This is a ticketed show. Tickets can be purchased here: https://booking.whollyticket.com/84948

Join us on Wednesday, July 8th as we welcome Dave Jordan to the St. Elmo in downtown Ouray, CO!

Dave’s sound incorporates elements of rock, blues, funk, jam, Americana, country and folk music, all with a rhythm foundation that belies his south Louisiana upbringing, weaving a colorful tapestry of American roots music, via New Orleans. 

This is a ticketed event. Tickets can be purchased here: https://booking.whollyticket.com/84949

Come enjoy the sounds of summer as the Boxcar Band performs on the patio Wednesday, June 17th at 5pm. A favorite of Southwest Colorado, this group brings a lively, acoustic sound to each performance. No ticket required for this show. We hope to see you there!

Join us on Wednesday, July 22nd as we savor the sounds of the Mammoths, hailing from Austin, TX, with Ouray’s Box Canyon as the unforgettable backdrop!

This Austin band with Dallas roots delivers bluesy rock n’ roll, with a soulfulness that blends ’70s psychedelia with inventive lyricism and impressive guitar work. We consider ourselves lucky to listen in.

This is a ticketed event. Tickets can be purchased here: https://booking.whollyticket.com/84952

Join us on Wednesday, July 29th as we savor the sounds of the Bramblers!

The Bramblers are a five-piece Americana and jam-grass band based out of Fort Collins, Colorado. Known for a genre-blurring sound blending folk, psych-rock, funk, and reggae, this rootsy, high-spirited string band brings Americana, folk, and bluegrass to life with infectious energy and tight musicianship.

This is a ticketed show. Tickets can be purchased here:
https://booking.whollyticket.com/84950

Show starts at 7pm. We look forward to seeing you there!

Western Slope favorite Jack Haight is coming back to the St. Elmo patio on Wednesday, August 8th at 5pm.

Jack is a passionate local songwriter who has an amazing sound and a lot of love for his Western Slope community & audiences. Come kick back and enjoy the mountain air!

No ticket required for this show.

The Will Overman Band is coming on Tuesday, August 11 and you won’t want to miss it!

Will Overman is a Virginia-raised singer-songwriter with a voice rooted in honesty and hard-won experience. His music carries the weight of a life in motion — introspective, road-worn, and deeply human. Equal parts folk and Americana, Overman writes songs that feel like a long drive through open country, the kind that make you think and make you feel in equal measure.

This is a ticketed show. Tickets can be purchased here: https://booking.whollyticket.com/84953

Hailing from Nashville, TN, Emilio Gonzalez is gracing the St. Elmo patio to close out our 2026 Summer Sound Series. We can’t wait to share and enjoy his raw talent and authentic presence with you.

Emilio’s rich voice, thoughtful lyrics, and soft acoustics will carry you breezily through the evening. This is a free show for all, so we hope you’ll join us for a special evening that will be one to remember.