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Boulder's active daytime culture transitions into relaxed but engaging evenings, offering a variety of events and things to do in Boulder, CO. The pedestrian-friendly Pearl Street Mall serves as the city's social heart, encouraging nights of strolling between galleries, restaurants, and venues. Beyond downtown, The Hill provides a lively college scene centered on live music, while North Boulder offers a more intimate, arts-focused atmosphere.

Start an evening on the Pearl Street Mall, where street performers and bustling patios give way to shows at the historic Boulder Theater or cocktails at License No. 1.
Catch national and local bands at the legendary Fox Theatre on The Hill, a favorite for its intimate setting and energetic crowd.
Explore Boulder's creative side during the monthly Monthly Art Walks in the NoBo Art District or take in a classic play at the annual Colorado Shakespeare Festival.

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ACOTAR Midnight Release Party: A Velaris Starfall Celebration

Monday • 10:00 PM

1909 9th St

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Halloween Party | CBAR

Sat, Oct 31 • 9:30 PM

921 Pearl St

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Assembly of Dust | Reid Genauer's Epic Two-Night Stand (Night 2)

Sat, Nov 14 • 8:00 PM

Roots Music Project

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The Luminary Masquerade: Act II — Elevate

Rembrandt Yard

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ACOTAR Midnight Release Party: A Velaris Starfall Celebration

Monday • 10:00 PM

1909 9th St

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Halloween Party | CBAR

Sat, Oct 31 • 9:30 PM

921 Pearl St

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Assembly of Dust | Reid Genauer's Epic Two-Night Stand (Night 2)

Sat, Nov 14 • 8:00 PM

Roots Music Project

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The Luminary Masquerade: Act II — Elevate

Rembrandt Yard

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P.O.V

Fri, Oct 30 • 6:30 PM

ATLAS Institute, University of Colorado Boulder

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An Evening with Rainn Wilson

Tue, Nov 3 • 7:00 PM

Macky Auditorium Concert Hall

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Rocky Mountain Workshop on Trustworthy and Responsible AI

Wed, Nov 4 • 8:00 AM

4001 Discovery Dr

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Supporting Students Who Learn Differently

Sun, Nov 8 • 12:00 PM

Watershed School

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A Spice of Life Catering Open House

Thu, Nov 12 • 3:00 PM

A Spice of Life Catering

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Harnessing Sunlight & Mentoring Startup Founders to Address Climate Change

Wed, Nov 18 • 4:00 PM

Chancellor's Hall and Auditorium, Center for Academic Success and Engagement (CASE)

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An Evening with Amber Glenn

Mon, Nov 30 • 7:00 PM

University Memorial Center

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation 2027

Thu, Jan 14 • 6:00 PM

University Memorial Center, Glenn Miller Ballroom

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P.O.V

Fri, Oct 30 • 6:30 PM

ATLAS Institute, University of Colorado Boulder

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An Evening with Rainn Wilson

Tue, Nov 3 • 7:00 PM

Macky Auditorium Concert Hall

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Rocky Mountain Workshop on Trustworthy and Responsible AI

Wed, Nov 4 • 8:00 AM

4001 Discovery Dr

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Supporting Students Who Learn Differently

Sun, Nov 8 • 12:00 PM

Watershed School

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A Spice of Life Catering Open House

Thu, Nov 12 • 3:00 PM

A Spice of Life Catering

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Harnessing Sunlight & Mentoring Startup Founders to Address Climate Change

Wed, Nov 18 • 4:00 PM

Chancellor's Hall and Auditorium, Center for Academic Success and Engagement (CASE)

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An Evening with Amber Glenn

Mon, Nov 30 • 7:00 PM

University Memorial Center

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation 2027

Thu, Jan 14 • 6:00 PM

University Memorial Center, Glenn Miller Ballroom

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tuesday • 11:30 AM EDT

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Turn Your Ideas Into Income

Wednesday • 10:00 AM EDT

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No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

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Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

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The Walrus Talks at Home: Canada After America

Thu, Nov 12 • 7:00 PM EST

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Preventing and Confronting Burnout

Thu, Nov 19 • 9:00 AM EST

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The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Fri, Nov 27 • 2:00 PM GMT

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tuesday • 11:30 AM EDT

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Turn Your Ideas Into Income

Wednesday • 10:00 AM EDT

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No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

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Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

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The Walrus Talks at Home: Canada After America

Thu, Nov 12 • 7:00 PM EST

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Preventing and Confronting Burnout

Thu, Nov 19 • 9:00 AM EST

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The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Fri, Nov 27 • 2:00 PM GMT

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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The Sustainable Runway Show

Tomorrow • 7:30 PM

Otto + Co: A Rotating Brand Experience

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Tour of the KVCU Radio 1190 Station

Tomorrow • 4:00 PM

Carlson Gymnasium

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Listening with Jamie Kripke

Tomorrow • 8:00 PM

1721 Pearl St

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Classic German Sweets

Saturday • 10:45 AM

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

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The Morning Reset

Saturday • 7:30 AM

Alive and Well

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The Witching Hour

Saturday • 6:30 PM

Boulder Piano Gallery

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Brush With Grief at Boulder Public Library

Sunday • 1:00 PM

Main Library - Boulder Public Library District

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Full Moon Healing Cloud of Sound Meditation Concert with Hanna Gissler

Sunday • 7:00 PM

Atma Buti Sound & Vibrational School

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The Sustainable Runway Show

Tomorrow • 7:30 PM

Otto + Co: A Rotating Brand Experience

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Tour of the KVCU Radio 1190 Station

Tomorrow • 4:00 PM

Carlson Gymnasium

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Listening with Jamie Kripke

Tomorrow • 8:00 PM

1721 Pearl St

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Classic German Sweets

Saturday • 10:45 AM

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

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The Morning Reset

Saturday • 7:30 AM

Alive and Well

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The Witching Hour

Saturday • 6:30 PM

Boulder Piano Gallery

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Brush With Grief at Boulder Public Library

Sunday • 1:00 PM

Main Library - Boulder Public Library District

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Full Moon Healing Cloud of Sound Meditation Concert with Hanna Gissler

Sunday • 7:00 PM

Atma Buti Sound & Vibrational School

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Points of Interest near Boulder

Boulder Museum Of Contemporary Art

Mile High Gliding

Shanahan Ridge Trailhead

The Museum Of Boulder

Eben G Fine Park

Wonderland Lake Park

Frequently asked questions about Boulder

Where are the best spots for comedy shows in Boulder?

License No. 1 hosts The Underground Comedy Showcase in its speakeasy-style setting. This weekly event features a rotating lineup of comedians. For more variety, the Boulder Theater and Dairy Arts Center also schedule touring comedians and improv shows.

What are some top venues for live music events in Boulder?

The Fox Theatre on The Hill is an iconic spot for seeing both national and local bands. Downtown, the historic Boulder Theater offers a larger stage for diverse acts, while the Rayback Collective provides a more casual beer garden setting for live music.

Are there free events to check out in Boulder?

Many of Boulder's signature community events are free to attend, including the weekly Bands on the Bricks summer concert series. The monthly Monthly Art Walks in NoBo and Downtown also offer free admission to galleries and artist studios.

What is the nightlife scene like on Pearl Street?

Pearl Street offers a lively but relaxed nightlife centered on walkability. People often move between craft cocktail bars, breweries, and live music venues like the Boulder Theater. For late-night dancing, Rosetta Hall transforms into a nightclub on weekends.

What are some good date night ideas in Boulder?

A classic Boulder date night could involve a concert or film at the historic Colorado Chautauqua. Another option is dinner on Pearl Street followed by a comedy show at License No. 1 or exploring the galleries during a Monthly Art Walk.

How can I find family-friendly events in Boulder?

The Boulder Creek Festival is a great annual event for families, kicking off summer with food and music. The Boulder Farmers Market, held weekly in season, is another popular community gathering event with a family-friendly atmosphere.

What's the best way to experience Boulder's art scene?

The monthly Monthly Art Walk in the NoBo Art District is the perfect way to explore local studios. For a more formal experience, the Dairy Arts Center presents a mix of visual art exhibitions, independent films, and theater performances.

What kind of outdoor events does Boulder host?

Boulder's outdoor culture is celebrated with events like the annual Colorado Shakespeare Festival, which holds performances in an outdoor theater. The weekly Bands on the Bricks series is another popular outdoor event, bringing free concerts to the Pearl Street Mall.