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Things to do in Boulder, CO

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9 hand-picked things to do in Boulder, CO right now · 4 with confirmed dates

Last updated: Mon, Oct 5, 2026

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Day 1

MorningColorado 150 Film Festival Screening

Celebrating the state's sesquicentennial through a curated showcase of local and regional cinema.

AfternoonCasa Juani

A vibrant Spanish marisquería on Pearl Street from former Frasca alums, featuring a live-edge chef's counter, fresh raw seafood bar, and Basque cider on tap.

$$$

EveningCenter for Musical Arts Open House

Explore campus spaces, meet faculty instructors, and enjoy live student and guest showcases.

Day 2

MorningWhere History Lives: Guided Tour & Live Music

An exclusive walkthrough of the archive's rarely viewed historical artifacts accompanied by live guitar from Sean McGowan, plus local food and drinks.

AfternoonCorrida

Basque-inspired steakhouse on the fourth floor featuring grass-fed beef from their own regenerative cattle program and panoramic views of the Flatirons.

$$$$

EveningThe Peak to Peak Highway Fall Drive

Head up through Nederland and along Colorado's oldest scenic byway for crisp mountain air, brilliant golden aspen groves, and historic mining towns.

Day 3

MorningBoulder Eats! Food Traditions Along the Front Range

A sprawling look at local culinary history—from 1890s sanitarium kitchens to the rise of co-ops and Michelin stars—featuring over 300 archival artifacts.

AfternoonHenhouse Prowlers with Eric Wiggs & Dylan McCarthy

High-energy bluegrass featuring intricate acoustic arrangements and driving front-range rhythms.

EveningEstes Park & Rocky Mountain Foothills

Drive up past Lyons to watch the autumn elk bugling season, grab fresh cinnamon rolls, and take crisp morning hikes beneath the Continental Divide.

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🎬 Happening Tonight

Monday night events around town

Colorado 150 Film Festival Screening

Mon, Oct 5, 2026 · 7:00 PM · The Boedecker Theater · $ · Best for Film enthusiasts

Celebrating the state's sesquicentennial through a curated showcase of local and regional cinema.

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🍂 This Weekend in Boulder, CO

Fall concerts, open houses, and outdoor sessions

Henhouse Prowlers with Eric Wiggs & Dylan McCarthy

Fri, Oct 9, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Dairy Arts Center · $$ · Best for Music lovers

High-energy bluegrass featuring intricate acoustic arrangements and driving front-range rhythms.

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Center for Musical Arts Open House

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 1:00 PM · Center for Musical Arts · $ · Best for Families and aspiring musicians

Explore campus spaces, meet faculty instructors, and enjoy live student and guest showcases.

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Where History Lives: Guided Tour & Live Music

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 2:00 PM · Museum of Boulder · $$ · Best for History buffs

An exclusive walkthrough of the archive's rarely viewed historical artifacts accompanied by live guitar from Sean McGowan, plus local food and drinks.

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🍽️ Eat & Drink

New spaces and seasonal menus right now

Casa Juani

Pearl Street Mall, Boulder · $$$ · Best for Seafood enthusiasts and date night

A vibrant Spanish marisquería on Pearl Street from former Frasca alums, featuring a live-edge chef's counter, fresh raw seafood bar, and Basque cider on tap.

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Corrida

Walnut Street, Boulder · $$$$ · Best for Special occasions

Basque-inspired steakhouse on the fourth floor featuring grass-fed beef from their own regenerative cattle program and panoramic views of the Flatirons.

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✨ New & Notable

Exhibits and limited-run happenings this month

Boulder Eats! Food Traditions Along the Front Range

Downtown, Boulder · $ · Best for Curious minds

A sprawling look at local culinary history—from 1890s sanitarium kitchens to the rise of co-ops and Michelin stars—featuring over 300 archival artifacts.

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🚗 Quick Escape

Weekend road trips within a two-hour drive

The Peak to Peak Highway Fall Drive

Nederland & Central City (1 hr from Boulder) · $$ · Best for Nature lovers and drivers

Head up through Nederland and along Colorado's oldest scenic byway for crisp mountain air, brilliant golden aspen groves, and historic mining towns.

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Estes Park & Rocky Mountain Foothills

Estes Park (45 mins from Boulder) · $$ · Best for Outdoor explorers

Drive up past Lyons to watch the autumn elk bugling season, grab fresh cinnamon rolls, and take crisp morning hikes beneath the Continental Divide.

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What are the best things to do in Boulder, CO?

Current local highlights in Boulder, CO include Colorado 150 Film Festival Screening, Henhouse Prowlers with Eric Wiggs & Dylan McCarthy, and Center for Musical Arts Open House. WonderKit refreshes this guide daily so the picks reflect real local happenings.