Outdoor Picture of the Day: Royal Arch Rise Over Boulder There are moments in Boulder when nature offers a reminder of why this city continues to inspire climbers, hikers, students, and adventurers from all walks of life. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of those moments — a breathtaking look at the Royal […]

Boulder, Colorado, isn’t just known for its dramatic mountain views and outdoor culture—it’s also rising fast as one of the country’s top coffee destinations, recently highlighted by Expedia’s ranking of America’s best coffee cities, where Boulder placed just behind Seattle in coffee shops per capita, and celebrated by Food & Wine for its growing community […]

Thanksgiving dinner begins long before the turkey meets the table. The first impressions come from the appetizers, those small, friendly promises that something wonderful is about to happen. In the spirit of keeping things quick, easy, classic, and a touch playful, here are starters that set the mood, satisfy the grazers, offer a bit of […]

Meet Bella—Boulder’s Dog of the Day! Bella is a true Boulder dog, full of energy, curiosity, and a love for outdoor adventures. She’s always ready to hit a trail or greet every friendly face she meets along the way. Bella brings a little extra joy to every corner of Boulder she explores. Whether she’s running […]

Boulder, Colorado has earned a national reputation for joy, adventure, and a deep sense of well-being. National Geographic once named Boulder the Happiest City in the U.S., while Gallup repeatedly ranked it among the nation’s top Well-Being Communities. Even CBS News put it boldly back in 2011: “If happiness is a state of mind, then […]

On a picture-perfect Boulder afternoon, today’s Faces of Boulder: Climbing Edition features a dedicated climber scaling one of the city’s iconic routes, framed by blue skies and the sculpted sandstone that has shaped Boulder’s outdoor culture for more than a century. Boulder’s climbing scene is legendary, drawing everyone from first-time adventurers to elite athletes, thanks […]

On cool Boulder evenings—or after a long day on campus—there’s nothing quite like the sizzle and crunch of a perfectly fried egg roll. These golden, crispy bites have become a quiet staple in Boulder’s comfort food scene, popping up everywhere from long-time North Boulder favorites to Vietnamese noodle shops along 28th Street. And thanks to […]

There’s nothing quite like watching a sunrise from Mount Sanitas, one of Boulder’s most beloved peaks. As the first light pours over the city and washes the sandstone formations in gold and rose, the entire landscape transforms into a living painting. For locals, visitors, sunrise-chasers, and anyone who loves Boulder’s outdoor spirit, a morning on […]

Boulder’s Best Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies: Soft, Gooey & Altitude-Ready There’s nothing better than warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies on a cold Boulder day — especially when the recipe is designed to work at 5,430 feet. If you want to understand the science behind vegan baking, there are plenty of great guides that explain how […]

Ava’s Big Happy Day in One of Boulder’s Favorite Open Spaces Say hello to Ava, today’s Boulder’s Dog of the Day — a pup whose smile could brighten even the cloudiest morning in Colorado. Ava’s got that classic “Boulder dog energy”: curious, playful, friendly, and fully convinced that every human she sees might be her […]