The residents of Boulder are blessed with incredible natural scenery at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, with the trail-lined Flatirons to the west of the city. This means that there is a thriving outdoor recreation culture here with many people hiking, cycling, and climbing on a daily basis. There are clear physical and mental […]

Black Friday in Boulder has always had a personality of its own. While the rest of the country leans into midnight lines, doorbusters, and crowded malls, Boulder wakes up to something entirely different: a crisp morning air against the Flatirons, a gentle hum on Pearl Street, and a holiday atmosphere shaped by community, intention, and […]

Lensworth here. Let’s spin a holiday yarn worthy of the Boulderado. Boulder’s grand old hotel does many things well, but nothing signals the season quite like the arrival of its Christmas tree. For roughly thirty-five years, the Boulderado has welcomed a giant evergreen as the centerpiece of its holiday spirit. This is no ordinary tree. […]

Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day takes us to the Enchanted Mesa Trail, one of Boulder’s most peaceful and well-loved paths above Chautauqua. The photo captures everything that makes this area special: warm morning light, the long sweep of the ponderosa pines, and the iconic Flatirons rising in sharp silhouette. Just behind them, you can […]

Thanksgiving morning in Boulder arrives with a quiet kind of magic. Before the holiday kitchens warm up, before the football games and the gatherings begin, the city slows into a peaceful rhythm—one that invites reflection, appreciation, and a deep breath of Colorado mountain air. Boulder is a place where gratitude feels natural, and there may […]

Do you want thicker, stronger hair? Fewer chemicals in your hair care routine? It’s a good question. The beauty world has gone a little nuts for seaweed lately. And for good reason. Seaweed is rich in nutrients your hair needs. And it works. Trust me. The natural hair care industry is growing at 9.4% each […]

Boulder High Country Yoga: Outdoor Picture of the Day On a crisp, flawless Boulder morning, today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures the kind of moment that stops you in your tracks and reminds you why the high country above Boulder is one of the most spiritually charged landscapes in Colorado. The scene is breathtaking: […]

On a picture-perfect Boulder afternoon, today’s Dog of the Day spotlight shines on Squirt, a cheerful pup whose joy is as contagious as the Colorado sunshine. With the Rocky Mountains stretching across the background, Squirt spent his day doing exactly what he loves most—hanging out with his favorite pack of dog friends and guarding his […]

Thanksgiving Eve in Boulder: Simple Ways to Enjoy the Day Before the Holiday Thanksgiving Eve in Boulder has its own special rhythm. The air feels a little crisper, the mountains seem a little closer, and there’s a quiet sense of anticipation as people get ready for the holiday. If you’re waking up the day before […]

Boulder has earned a reputation for craft beer that borders on a local institution, landscapes dramatic enough to leave a lasting impression, and, of course, Chip, CU Boulder’s legendary buffalo mascot. Yet the city’s true charm also reveals itself when you embrace a little “Elsewhereism,” building on the spirit of discovery Skyscanner highlighted and letting […]