January 11, 2023

NEWSLETTER

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Hello Newsletter Readers,

Happy New Year! Hopefully everyone was able to celebrate the start of 2023 with family, friends and plenty of good cheer.

If you are already making a bucket list for this new year, check out our latest blog where we list off 23 things to see, do and eat downtown in 2023. From afternoon tea at the Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse to thrift shopping at Apocalypse, there are lots of ways to explore downtown over the next 12 months.

Speaking of things to do, United Airline's Hemispheres magazine just created an itinerary for Three Perfect Days: Denver (spoiler alert - the last day is all about exploring Boulder)! From staying at Hotel Boulderado to dining at Bramble & Hare, check out a dream day downtown to help inspire your own staycation.

If you are looking for ways to honor and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the City of Boulder has community-led events planned from Jan. 14 - 16. All events are free and open to the public.

Now grab your calendar and keep reading for all the latest downtown news!

Last newsletter we asked about the best holiday cookie - the top answer was chocolate peppermint! This week, we are thinking about winter weekends spent downtown...

What are you doing in downtown Boulder this winter?

Dining

Shopping

Admiring the views

All of the above!

News You Can Use

Snow Much Fun Virtual (AR) Experiences

Now - January 31, 2023

Explore downtown Boulder through a new lens as you adventure through a self-guided augmented reality (AR) tour of the district. Look for 'Snow Much Fun' signage on each block of the Pearl Street Mall as well as the East End and West End and throughout the Civic Area (near the library) and scan the QR codes with your camera phone to access fun filters via Instagram. Then just snap, save and share your picture!

Follow along on this winter wonderland adventure and see penguins, snowmen, dancing gingerbreads and more!

Take the Tour!

Student Banner Project

Mid-January - Mid-April, 2023

The eleventh annual Student Banner Project kicks off in mid-January, with 42 new lamp pole banners created by incredible young artists from Columbine Elementary School, Casey Middle School and Boulder High School. This year's banner artists created their work to answer these thematic questions: What do you do in your life to lift your spirits? To keep you connected and happy? What brings you joy? Keep an eye out for the banners - which will adorn the Pearl Street Mall - beginning January 20.

The Banner Project is presented by Boulder Arts Week, Boulder’s only large-scale, inclusive celebration of our community’s vibrant arts and cultural offerings, which takes place April 7 - 15, 2023.

See the Banners

Boulder Alley Gallery Program

2023

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Did you know that Boulder was recently ranked in the top 10 most vibrant arts communities in mid-sized towns from SMU DataArts? Explore all of downtown's local artists by checking out the makers trail and walking the Boulder Alley Gallery.

The Boulder Alley Gallery is a program of Downtown Boulder Community Initiatives (DBCI) as part of an ongoing commitment to enhance the downtown district landscape for locals and visitors alike.

The project re-purposes alley and back-of-building doors into an outdoor artist gallery featuring the works of local talent. We invite you to come downtown and take yourself on a tour of the wonderful works of art on display!

Explore the Alleys

Downtown Boulder Scavenger Hunt

2023

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Looking to get out and about this winter? Bundle up, grab your friends and race against each other to complete the Downtown Boulder scavenger hunt! This one-of-a-kind scavenger hunt takes you along the world famous Pearl Street Mall, as well as the West End, the East End and a stop near Central Park / Civic Area.

Learn new facts about classic Boulder spots and discover something different in the district when you follow along on this adventure available year-round!

Start Adventuring!

Job Openings

Interested in working downtown? Many businesses are hiring! Check out open positions at Block by Block, BoCo Life, Where the Buffalo Roam and more!

Find Jobs

Shopping Specials

Stock up on sweaters, jackets and boots downtown before spring clothing begins to arrive. Explore our monthly shopping specials page to discover winter deals at your favorite downtown stores!

Let's Shop!

Foodie Friday

If you love local coffee shops, rooftop bars, good eats or food specials, then check out Foodie Friday! Updated weekly, this food blog gives you all the latest news about where and what to eat downtown. Dig in!

Time to Eat!

Things To Do Downtown

Are you someone that always likes to have your calendar mapped out? Check out the Things To Do Downtown blog, where we give you all the dates and activities to fill your social schedule each month!

Get Busy!

Newsletter Archive

Did you miss a newsletter and want to catch up on all things Downtown Boulder? Check out our newsletter archive to view past publications!

View Newsletters

FOUND DOWNTOWN

This leafy barrier can be found outside a Mediterranean restaurant downtown...know where it is?

Email your answer to [email protected] with the subject line "Found Downtown" by January 24 for a chance to win a $25 Downtown Boulder Gift Card. Congrats to James, our last Found Downtown winner! The correct answer was: R Gallery + Wine Bar!

I FOUND IT