Valentine’s Day in Boulder doesn’t have to mean fighting for a reservation or squeezing into a packed dining room. In a town where the Flatirons steal the spotlight and fresh air beats candlelight any day, the best dates often happen outside the restaurant scene. If you’re looking to do something different this year, here are […]

Valentine’s Day falls on Saturday, February 14, 2026, and Boulder’s bar scene is ready for couples looking to toast the evening with something intimate and memorable. If dinner reservations are secured and chocolates are handled, this guide focuses purely on the drinks — dim lighting, creative cocktails, sparkling wines, historic charm, and cozy corners made […]

As February rolls into Boulder, romance here doesn’t come wrapped in ribbons—it arrives in gold light, cold air, and wide-open skies. Skip the crowded restaurants and candlelit prix fixes. On Valentine’s Day, the Flatirons offer something far better: quiet trails, shared breath in winter air, and sunsets that turn ordinary moments cinematic. These sandstone giants […]

On a beautiful Boulder day, today’s Dog of the Day captures everything that makes this town so special for dogs and the people who love them. This happy pup is pictured mid-run in a wide-open field with the Front Range rising proudly in the background. Her ears are stretched out wide as she flies across […]

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be complicated. In Boulder County, a thoughtfully chosen box of chocolate still goes a long way. Whether you’re planning something romantic, celebrating a friendship, or simply treating yourself, local chocolate shops across the county offer dependable quality and memorable flavor. From Pearl Street classics to artisan confectioners in Lafayette, these […]

A Quiet Celebration of Color, Detail, and Life Along the Front Range If you’ve spent any time browsing nature photography on AboutBoulder.com, chances are you’ve paused—maybe without even realizing why—on an image credited to Lenny Lensworth Frieling. His photography has a way of slowing you down. Nowhere is that more true than in his ongoing […]

Boulder knows how to do romance. With dramatic mountain views, candlelit fine dining, historic countryside charm, and intimate Pearl Street hideaways, this town delivers some of the most memorable Valentine’s Day experiences in Colorado. Drawing from recent diner rankings, award recognitions, and trusted local favorites, these restaurants consistently stand out for ambiance, cuisine, and that […]

There’s something special about hitting the trail before the rest of the city wakes up in Boulder. The air is cooler, the trails are quieter, and the rising sun casts a soft glow across the foothills and plains. Morning hikes in Boulder offer more than exercise—they deliver clarity, energy, and a sense of calm that […]

Valentine’s Day in Boulder has never quite fit the traditional mold. This isn’t a city built around reservations, prix fixe menus, or grand romantic gestures. Boulder has always moved to a different rhythm—one that values authenticity over performance, connection over display, and presence over perfection. Here, Valentine’s Day feels less like a spotlight and more […]

Today in Boulder, the spotlight’s on our tiniest residents—the Boulder Dogs of the Day, a litter of absolutely precious female puppies who just hit thirty-one days old. These little fluffballs are at that magical stage where their eyes are wide open, ears are perked, and every wobbly step is pure adventure. Imagine tiny paws pattering […]