The 5 Best Late-Night Scenes Around Summit County

Nothing beats the buzz of being out late—whether you’re winding down after a slope day or craving live music past sunset. The late-night scene in Summit, Colorado comes alive with spots that mix food, drinks, music and atmosphere in a way that keeps nights interesting. In the Best of Summit contest, the venues below earned recognition for doing late-night well—places where locals and visitors linger, laugh and let time slide.

Snake River Saloon & Steakhouse

Snake River Saloon has been part of Keystone’s nightlife since 1975. It blends casual dining with a serious fine steak and seafood menu. The saloon side opens in the late afternoon, the bar closes late, and on weekends live bands fill the room. The interior with its fireplaces, warm lighting, and rustic Western décor gives you a place to stay awhile—whether you're there for happy hour, après ski, or dancing to a rock or blues set. It’s intimate enough for a date, big enough for groups.

Moose Jaw

Moose Jaw in Frisco is “that bar away from home.” Under owner Lynda “Mama Moose” Colety, it has kept its character over the years—burgers, beer, pool tables, games, and a “come-as-you-are” vibe. Open until 2 a.m. seven days a week, it gives live-music lovers and night owls a place to unwind late. It doesn’t try to be fancy. It’s about being genuine, welcoming, and reliable in the late hours.

Rocky Mountain Underground

Rocky Mountain Underground (RMU) is less about deep menus and more about atmosphere, music, community. On Main Street in Breckenridge, RMU hosts live DJs, concerts, gear talk, craft beers and a bar setting that matches its name—underground, edgy, local. It draws people who want to stay out past sunset without having to wade through touristic crowds. It’s the kind of place where a night out can shift from conversation to dance floor without warning.

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