Summer 2026 Season
Elk Lake Interludes: A Legacy Donor Retreat
From August 2–8, join us for an unparalleled experience of artistry and luxury at the breathtaking Elk Lake Lodge. This legacy donor event is designed for our most distinguished patrons, offering an intimate celebration of music, nature, and fine living.
Indulge in three unforgettable evenings of private chamber music concerts, performed by world-class ensembles in an exclusive setting. Savor culinary masterpieces crafted by a celebrated local chef, paired with open rehearsals, great wine, and rare access to private concerts by our guest artists.
Your days will be curated with off ranch excursions, including private fly-fishing on pristine waters, scenic mountain hikes, and a four-wheel-drive glamping luncheon—all tailored to your sense of adventure and refinement.
This is more than a retreat—it is a legacy experience, reserved for those whose generosity shapes the future of the Mountain Light Music Festival. Immerse yourself in three days of exceptional music, world-class cuisine, and custom adventures, all within the serene elegance of Elk Lake Lodge.
Windy City
New for this year, we are excited about hosting a Chicago Tribute Band, with stunning vocals, celebrated professional horn line, and the carbon copy tunes form all of the great Chicago band eras. Tickets and information on all of these events will be announced soon.
Trombone Summit 2026
We will again host the Trombone Summit with faculty and students from major universities performing new arrangements of beloved cinematic movie scores in the newly renovated Liberty Theatre on July 30th, 2026.
From August 2–8, join us for an unparalleled experience of artistry and luxury at the breathtaking Elk Lake Lodge. This legacy donor event is designed for our most distinguished patrons, offering an intimate celebration of music, nature, and fine living.
Indulge in three unforgettable evenings of private chamber music concerts, performed by world-class ensembles in an exclusive setting. Savor culinary masterpieces crafted by a celebrated local chef, paired with open rehearsals, great wine, and rare access to private concerts by our guest artists.
Your days will be curated with off ranch excursions, including private fly-fishing on pristine waters, scenic mountain hikes, and a four-wheel-drive glamping luncheon—all tailored to your sense of adventure and refinement.
This is more than a retreat—it is a legacy experience, reserved for those whose generosity shapes the future of the Mountain Light Music Festival. Immerse yourself in three days of exceptional music, world-class cuisine, and custom adventures, all within the serene elegance of Elk Lake Lodge.
Windy City
New for this year, we are excited about hosting a Chicago Tribute Band, with stunning vocals, celebrated professional horn line, and the carbon copy tunes form all of the great Chicago band eras. Tickets and information on all of these events will be announced soon.
Trombone Summit 2026
We will again host the Trombone Summit with faculty and students from major universities performing new arrangements of beloved cinematic movie scores in the newly renovated Liberty Theatre on July 30th, 2026.
Festival Trombone Choir
Thursday, July 30 at the Liberty Theatre
Thursday, July 30, 2026 7 PM - Liberty Theatre, downtown Pagosa Springs
Friday, July 31st - Friends of Mountain Light Music Festival Mountain Light Lodge
Friday, July 31st, 2026 - Mountain Light Lodge - 6PM
We will again host the Mountain Light Trombone Summit in 2025 featuring some of the finest collegiate and faculty trombonist in the country. This week long chamber music festival will feature guest artists and faculty Jon Whitaker (University of Illinois), Steve Wilson (University of Texas El Paso) and Brent Phillips (Baylor University) along with auditioned students at the Mountain Light Lodge.
This concert is free and open to the public (donations accepted but not required). Bring your ATV/Side by Side and explore the Voice of Wilderness Base Camp - home of the Mountain Light Lodge. ATV parking and concert viewing available! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of the Mountain Light Music Festival, please visit us on our sponsor page here.
This concert is free and open to the public (donations accepted but not required). Bring your ATV/Side by Side and explore the Voice of Wilderness Base Camp - home of the Mountain Light Lodge. ATV parking and concert viewing available! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of the Mountain Light Music Festival, please visit us on our sponsor page here.
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Donate to Community Foundation to support TX flood victims
TX and Colorado friends, by now you've certainly heard of the devastating floods in Kerr County this past week. It's been heartbreaking to learn of the loss
of so many precious lives. Words frankly are hard to come by as we process what has happened. The canyons, streams, and, most importantly, people of the Hill Country are near and dear to our hearts, and we want to do what we can to help our neighbors.
of so many precious lives. Words frankly are hard to come by as we process what has happened. The canyons, streams, and, most importantly, people of the Hill Country are near and dear to our hearts, and we want to do what we can to help our neighbors.