The best record stores in Colorado
Ranked by real customers — rating weighted by review volume across 25,740 Google reviews. Only shops with 25+ reviews qualify. Updated 2026.
#1 Twist & Shout Records
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,239 reviews · Denver, CO
Old-school shop for buying & selling new & used vinyl, CDs, DVDs & more, with occasional live music.
“This is a great record store, one of the best I've ever visited, and I am sixty, so you know I was around during the golden age of record stores. I remember bigger places like Peac…” — Steve
#2 American Classics Marketplace
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,558 reviews · Colorado Springs, CO
“I recently visited American Classics Marketplace, and I was absolutely blown away! This place is massive, and stepping inside felt like entering a vintage wonderland. The variety o…” — Katie
#3 2nd & Charles
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,519 reviews · Aurora, CO
Retailer buying, selling & trading CDs, books & video games, plus DVDs & vinyl records.
“I like that this store offers a variety of books and things, from Naruto plushies to Harry Potter mugs to mangas to jigsaw puzzles and vinyls. They also have an area for kid's book…” — Vanessa
#4 Black & Read Music, Books & Games
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,661 reviews · Arvada, CO
This indie store stocks an extensive selection of new & used books, games, music & collectibles.
“Outstanding! New, easily accessible, location. A massive inventory of used or new vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, 45s, books, board games, comics etc. Collectibles or bargains galor…” — Corey
#5 Wax Trax Records
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,343 reviews · Denver, CO
Store offering a huge selection of vinyl LPs, CDs & cassettes, which supports the local music scene.
“Come to see James Acaster at half one on Feb 8th and it will be amazing. Best ever but don’t take your dog nor leave your drink alone while you go to the restroom because James wil…” — Theo
#6 EntertainMART
4.1 ★★★★☆ 3,436 reviews · Colorado Springs, CO
Fun shop dealing in books, movies, games, comics, and other pop-culture items, including collectibles.
“I feel like everyone has been here and no one comes here for the looks. They have probably one of the largest selections of DVDs & CDs I have ever seen. They also sell games, vinyl…” — Amanda
#7 Angelo's CD's and Vinyl
4.7 ★★★★★ 977 reviews · Denver, CO
Funky CD & record shop with a range of music, body-art jewelry & gifts, plus in-store gigs.
“An absolutely amazing Record Store/Smoke shop! The staff is incredibly kind, lgbtqia and disabled friendly, and most incredibly helpful! I can't wait for my next visit cuz you can …” — Surbrus
#8 The Bizarre Bazaar LLC
4.6 ★★★★★ 865 reviews · Fort Collins, CO
Store selling new and used books, records, and audio equipment, as well as buying used media.
“Great little place with friendly staff. I wish their prices were better, because second and charles has the same sort of items for cheaper. In the end it comes down to either suppo…” — Hannah
#9 2nd & Charles
4.5 ★★★★★ 909 reviews · Fort Collins, CO
Retailer buying, selling & trading CDs, books & video games, plus DVDs & vinyl records.
“5/30/22-This is a great place to find random geeky products. The only reason why I didn't give it five stars is because some of the other locations have a better clearance section.…” — Julia
#10 Paradise Found Records & Music
4.9 ★★★★★ 486 reviews · Boulder, CO
Used and new records, cassettes, CDs and other music items at an easygoing record shop.
“I've been buying records at Bart's since forever, but I moved away many years ago. Went back to visit Boulder, and Bart's is better than ever. Great used selection, and new selecti…” — Lex