Venues

Here you'll find information on the venues participating in the Independence Film Fest Events. Please contact the Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce and Leadville Chamber of Commerce for further information on these venues: 719-966-3005

Event Venues

Comanche Drive In Comanche Drive In Theater, Buena Vista
Located just outside of town on Hwy. 306
(719) 395-2766
The last operating Drive-In theater in the Colorado Rockies! A truly retro experience!
The Old Church The Old Church, Leadville
Corner of Harrison Ave. & 8th Street
(across from Leadville City Hall, and next to the Leadville Chamber of Commerce)
Once a Presbyterian church built in 1888, Leadville's historic "Old Church" is now a civic theater and gathering point.
Pearl Theater The Pearl Theater, Buena Vista
314 E. Main Street
The historic Pearl Theater in old downtown Buena Vista, was built in September, 1951, and continues to project 35mm films in the time-honored manner of dual projector ‘change over’ presentation.
Silver City Cinema Silver City Cinema, Leadville
115 West Sixth Street – just off Harrison Ave.
(behind the Lake County Courthouse)
(719) 486-8107
In the heart of old downtown, Leadville's only 35mm movie theater.
Silver King Inn Silver King Inn, Leadville
2020 North Poplar Street
(719) 486-2610 / (800) 871-2610
Leadville’s newest and largest lodging, with banquet and meeting facilities.
the Inn at Buena Vista The Inn at Buena Vista, Buena Vista
832 S. Gunnison Ave.
(719) 395-9293
A former church, this lovely Inn and day spa is just off of Hwy. 24 at the south end of town by the corner of DePaul and South Gunnison Avenue.
Silver Dollar Saloon The Silver Dollar Saloon, Leadville
315 Harrison Avenue
719-486-9914
Opening in 1883, this is one of Leadville’s oldest and most unique establishments. It has been the Silver Dollar since 1935. The majestic antique back bar made by the Brunswick Company, and the original tile floor, still remain in use today.
   
National Mining Museum Nat'l Mining Museum, Leadville
120 W. 9th (just around the corner from Leadville City Hall and The Old Church)
719-486-1229
The nation’s only museum dedicated the fascinating history of mining, is located in the former Leadville High School built in 1899.
Scarlet Tavern, Leadville
4th & Harrison
(719) 486-9928
Leadville’s historic tavern in the center of old downtown is one the region’s most popular gathering spots.
Leadville, Colorado & Southern Railroad , Leadville
326 East 7th Street
(719) 486-3936
Leadville’s historic and scenic narrow gauge rail departs daily from its 1893 depot on a spectacular two hour ride to the edge of Climax mine.
Sweet Shot Screening Rooms, Buena Vista
310 E. Main Street
(719) 395-8825
Two intimate 16 seat digital screening rooms in the heart of old town BV.
Storyville Theaters, Salida
135 West First Street
(719) 539-7002
Salida’s only 35mm movie theaters, situated in the heart of this lovely historic artist’s community.