A nice old venue in downtown Grand Junction The seats are comfortable and the ushers are helpful. The rest rooms are down a flight of stairs. I can't comment on the concessions. Early in the day of the show we attended, the marquee showed the incorrect date for the one night show (the previous day). There are many nearby dinner options. read more

I'm never doing business with the Avalon Theatre again. On August 4th, I bought two tickets for the Lance Burton magic show, for August 11th. They took my cell number in case of any cancellations or other issues. We showed up early for the show, hung around for about 45 minutes, the theatre was dark and we later found out the show was cancelled. My wife looked on Lance Burton's Facebook page, in which he stated in effect " he wasn't sure why he show was cancelled in Grand Junction, but he was here twice before and was disappointed the show was postponed. And if you bought tickets, you can get a refund at the point of purchase." He would be appearing the next night in Santa Fe New Mexico. I responded to the Avalon on Monday August 14th, but the box office was closed. I went back on August 17th and spoke with the woman who was working the box office, explained my situation and concerns, she said she would have to speak with her boss. She later returned and advised me that it was not cancelled, but postponed and I could not ask for a refund until it is rescheduled, then I could come back for a refund. I told her that is unacceptable, get your boss. Another woman, who later identified herself as Heather Velasco, Box Office Manager, she said a similar story, that I would have to come back after the show is rescheduled. I advised her of what Lance Burton said on his Facebook page, and she said "he was supposed to change that." I replied that's not my problem. I want a refund and I want it today! Heather already had my information along with my phone number and said she would get me a refund that day or the next day. I tried contacting her on Friday August 18th, with the phone number she supplied on her business card, which went to voicemail. And as of this review I haven't heard from anyone at the Avalon. So I'm disputing the charge with my credit card company. So I won't be doing business with the Avalon Theater again, why would I want the aggravation of dealing with people who can't or won't do the jobs they were hired to do. read more

The Avalon Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Grand Junction, Colorado

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We recently visited for a concert. The building is a wonderful venue. The acoustics, at least for a rock concert, are great. The place is clean, well maintained and has good sight lines. It's a small, fairly intimate space. We sat front row in the balcony, which are awesome seats. You can see everything on stage. The seats are not super comfortable, but are ok. I'd come here for a concert in a hot minute. Parking is easy and there are plenty of places to grab a meal nearby. read more

The theater itself is nice, they bring in some good shows. The bar and concession are is TERRIBLE! Cutwater cocktails?????? Really?!?!?! Popcorn?!?! Grow up Avalon Theatre! I serve much better food and drink and my surround sound is pretty good! My house may very well give you a run for your money! And the temperature in the balcony! You can fry eggs up there! read more

The venue is beautiful, however the staff is terrible. We attended an event for Spirit Express, which ticket sales for the event ended up being an issue and to my knowledge management was difficult during that process as well. However, during the event, the concession stand shut down BEFORE our intermission. Staff reported that they were given wrong information as far as the time, to which I would have chalked it up to poor organization and communication on everyone's behalf...but the staff was rude and families and friends of our performers were met with attitude, eye rolls and "that's not my problem" from employees and in particular Krystal W who was wearing a name tag that said "manager." This individual was extremely rude to everyone who reported coming in contact with her. Our performers asked for water after we were told that concessions was closed, and discovered the drinking fountain was not working...and was also told "not my problem" and "what do you want me to do about it? " from this individual. I will not be recommending events at The Avalon, unless and until they put employees and specifically management through some hospitality training. Also, as someone in a leadership role in my career, I would never condone behavior from an employee such as what myself and many others encountered last night from these employees. read more

For me, the most important features of any concert venue is the acoustics, followed by aesthetics (lighting, decor, etc), bathrooms, and then (of course) service. These are the essential criteria by which I judge a venue's quality, everything else is just extras. I recently caught a symphony concert at the Avalon Theatre and I believe the acoustics are solid, however, my seating position in the theatre wasn't in the "sweet spot" to judge accurately, and there were moments where the woodwinds and brass both weren't projecting well. I suspect that this was more of a personnel problem, rather than an architectural one as the symphony seemed understaffed. Aesthetically, the Avalon is a lovely theatre with a neutral yet handsome color scheme in the main hall that exhibits a venerable feel. The interior of the new addition is also pleasing. From the outside though, I find the new addition to be jarring: the annex contrasts against the brick facade of the old building. A sleek and shiny growth on the coarse brick facade. But I digress, the addition serves a functional purpose. My only serious complaint for the Avalon is that there aren't enough bathrooms. I was only able to find two during intermission and both had lines out the door. I admit this is partly my failing for not exploring further, but it is odd that (among the men's bathrooms) there were only two toilets (though I likely missed a bathroom on the second floor). As for the service, I have nothing unpleasant to report. The concessions staff, the ticket handlers, and the ushers were all helpful and efficient. Overall I find the Avalon to be a quality venue and I will be returning for future events. read more

Newly redone theatre is great, have sat front row and in first balcony section. Both times was great! Love what they did with the old building! read more

We have been to 2 programs. I love the place! BUT you have to wait in the lobby areas until a half hour before show. There is no seating area to wait. Then the theater seats are so close together. I mean bumping elbows tight. The movie theaters have better seating. read more