If you’re looking for something different this Valentine’s Night, skip the crowded restaurant and look up instead. Boulder, Colorado offers some of the most beautiful night skies along the Front Range. With the Flatirons rising in silhouette and the city lights glowing below, stargazing can be one of the most romantic (and memorable) ways to […]

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to revolve around couples. It can be a powerful day to celebrate yourself. In a season filled with outside expectations, choosing self-love means reconnecting with what truly restores you — peace, indulgence, creativity, reflection, and quiet joy. Boulder’s mix of mountain serenity, artistic energy, and cozy local gems makes it an […]

High in the rugged alpine terrain west of Boulder, the Arapaho Glacier stands as a quiet witness to both Colorado’s past and its changing future. Long before it became a symbol of climate change, this glacier played a vital role in shaping Boulder’s survival, growth, and identity. Named after the Arapaho people, who lived, hunted, […]

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 […]