Highland Meadows Grill in Windsor will be playing host to an impressive summer music nights lineup for the second year in a row. The 80-seat venue, with its aesthetically pleasing outdoor appeal and sweeping views of the surrounding natural beauty, prides itself on providing a listening-room experience that attracts appreciative listeners and high-quality artists alike.
Steering away from the typical cover band genre so prevalent here in Colorado, Mike Ault, owner of Highland Meadows Grill and a talented musician himself, welcomes original national touring artists, thus changing the dynamic of how Colorado appreciates live music.
The intimate atmosphere allows folks to truly listen and absorb the unique repertoire of the artists and actually get to know them as the performers often stay to enjoy conversations with members of the audience after the show. It’s this sense of connection and authenticity that keeps music lovers coming back.
With the beautiful surrounding golf course, and adjacent pond and fountain catching the golden light of dusk, experiencing a summer night concert on the patio of Highland Meadows Grill tops the list of can’t-miss summer activities in Windsor.
Known as much for the live summer music as for the delicious food, people began inquiring about this summer’s music nights way back in February - proof of the growing buzz and anticipation. Word is spreading about the unparalleled music style being represented at the Grill, establishing it as a destination spot for locals and out-of-towners alike to enjoy an innovative experience of dining and entertainment under the stars.
Artists know what a privilege it is to play at Highland Meadows Grill. Mike set a strict standard from the beginning, emphasizing originality and musical excellence. Because of that, audiences have come to expect nothing but the best of the best. With more than 60 requests to play per year, Mike quickly fills the summer concert schedule with top talent from across the country.
Some standout moments for Mike include when Tom McElvain, who has written songs for the likes of Cody Jinks, performed at Highland Meadows Grill. Another would be when top Tropical Rock artist, Mike Nash, played an unforgettable evening at the Grill, bringing island vibes to Colorado.
When Mike and his wife, Amanda, began operating the venue, they knew they wanted to establish a musical atmosphere there, but what has transpired has exceeded their expectations. And they’re proud of that - rightfully so. They’ve set the bar high and are committed to continuing that tradition, not only for the community and city of Windsor, but also to establish Highland Meadows Grill as a must-play destination that even more and more artists are eager to add as a tour stop.
Most of the events are free, but when notable artists like McElvain and Nash, and even Erica Sunshine Lee, perform, the shows are ticketed at a very reasonable price of about $10. For just a bit more than a cup of coffee, attendees get the pleasure of listening to and even interacting with amazing artists. Mike shares, “You want to meet an artist and understand why he wrote a song and the story behind it? Come here to see us.”
To find out more about this summer’s live music concert series at Highland Meadows Grill, visit their website at highlandmeadowsgrill.com. Located at 6300 Highland Meadows Parkway in Windsor, Highland Meadows Grill is definitely one of this summer’s destination hot spots.