Boulder is a city and county of many parts. Anyone who lives or visits here can’t help noticing. Within an hour’s drive of downtown you can find everything from hamlets nestled into pine-covered foothills to municipalities threading cottonwood traces, from the pristine vistas of Rocky Mountain National Park to the anchor of the Great Plains spreading eastward. Given that variation, it’s no surprise a host of interests come into play. Businesses—from national corporations to one-off boutiques—have made their home in the region. Industries as diverse as aerospace and recreation find a... Read More

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A popular spot in the city is the Boulder Theater. George Paper, who oversaw the theater in the 1940s and passed away there after being unintentionally strangled in the lighting system, is the ghost. According to rumors, George is a skilled practical joker. He is rumored to operate faucets, open doors, and flip light switches. Some claim to have seen his form. The Boulder Theater first opened its doors in 1906 as the Curran Opera House. James Curran, the venue’s founder, was a billboard sign owner, and it specialized in silent movies, opera, and musicals. After about 20 years, the structure... Read More

Boulder has a plethora of music venues that feature some of the best music in the country. Boulder has also produced some incredible musicians over the years. Here are some famous musicians with Boulder ties: Elephant Revival The Samples Rose Hill Drive The String Cheese Incident Leftover Salmon Hazel Miller Otis Taylor Sally Taylor Based on the most recent Yelp reviews, here are the top eight rated music venues in Boulder: Rayback Collective eTown Boulder Theater License No. 1 Colorado Chautauqua Association Fox Theatre Jazz on 2nd Avenue Dairy Arts Center      Read More

Happy cows may come from California, but happy people come from Boulder. And for good reason! Boulder has so much to offer, it’s no wonder that people here are considered to be among the happiest in the country. Narrowing this list down was the real challenge, but here are ten reasons why Boulder rocks: 1. Hiking, Biking, and Climbing Okay, maybe that’s three reasons, but the main theme here is mountains. Nestled right at the base of the Rockies, Boulder has over 300 miles of hiking and biking trails, and countless opportunities for climbing and bouldering (imagine that). Even if you don’t... Read More

1. BUKU with ESSEKS, FRQNCY, YOKO B2B OPTICS at Fox Theatre Doors: 8:30 pm, show: 9 pm Per Buku’s website, “With a menacing grasp on sound design and music theory, Buku combines deceptively simple and emotive melodies, laden with resounding low-end and intricate drum patterns. With a love of drums rooted early in his childhood, his work reflects his passion for percussion laced with elements only a trained ear could produce.” 2. Fall Fest at Thorne Nature Experience 10/14 10 am Celebrate your day off and fall at the Thorne Nature Experience with nature crafts, face-painting,... Read More

1. Boulder Valley Indigenous Peoples Day Pow Wow at Boulder Public Library 10/12-10/14 The second annual Boulder Valley Indigenous Peoples Day Pow Wow celebrates the beauty of indigenous culture and history while respecting the ancestors and current residents of Boulder County. The pow wow and parade happen on Monday the 14th and begins at Pearl Street Mall and ends at the Pow Wow grounds at the Boulder International Peace Garden. 2. Justin Willman at Boulder Theater 10/12 Doors: 7 pm, show 8 pm Magician/comedian Justin Willman will be performing at Boulder Theater. Justin Willman began his career... Read More

1. Oktoberfest Boulder at Central Park 09/20 to 09/21   Bring the German festival to Boulder by way of the Boulder Oktoberfest! Oktoberfest Boulder has tons of fun events this year, including live music from 40 Oz to Freedom, German beer and food, and games such as keg bowling, human glockenspiel, and hammerschlagen. You can pre-order drink tickets with a free stein here. 2. Chili Bowl 2019 at Studio Arts Boulder 09/22 12 pm to 5 pm   Chili Bowl celebrates community and great food with a chili cook-off, live music, art activities, and local brews. This year’s cook-off will include... Read More

1. Crown the Empire at Boulder Theater 07/30 Doors: 5 pm, Show: 6 pm This concert at Boulder Theater will be featuring ATTILA, Veil of Maya, Gideon, Hawk, and Life Right Now. This metal fiasco has tickets starting at just $25. 2. Groove A Licious at Pearl Street Mall 07/31 6 pm Driving deep pocket grooves, killer harmonies, accompanied with one of the most stellar brass sections on the scene, the band brings the rootsy funk from Detroit to New Orleans. The beer garden opens at 5:30 to grab a drink before the show starts. 3. Suzanne Vega at Boulder Theater 07/31 Doors: 7 pm, Show: 8 pm Suzanne... Read More

1. The Gipsy Kings ft. Nicolas Reyes & Tonino Baliardo at Boulder Theater 07/23 Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 8 p.m. Immerse yourself in a combination of flamenco, rumba, salsa, and pop with the Gipsy Kings at Boulder Theater. Tickets start at $62.50 and are nearly sold out, so get yours now! 2. Muggle Magic: The Science of Harry Potter at CU Science Discovery 07/22-07/26 Send your kids to wizard camp with this interactive, stem-based Harry Potter world. Kids will take Hogwarts classes such as Potions, Herbology, Care of Magical Creatures and Astronomy. This is a great way to get your kids outdoors,... Read More