Downtown's Newsworthy Mentions

From local stories, national publications and blogs from across the country, people are writing about Downtown Boulder. Here's what's making news...

2026

The mystery of Pearl Street: Nobody knows how Boulder’s most famous street got its name

Jul 2, 2026 | Boulder Reporting Lab

How Bands on the Bricks became a 30-year Boulder tradition

Jun 30, 2026 | Bucketlist Community News

First Friday expands into downtown Boulder with new Pearl Street art walk

Apr 6, 2026 | The Daily Camera

Boulder Roots Music Fest returns to Pearl Street this summer

Mar 16, 2026 | The Daily Camera

New Boulder restaurant Casa Juani brings Spanish seafood and tapas from Frasca alumni chefs

Mar 3, 2026 | Boulder Reporting Lab

Official Venues Unveiled for Sundance Film Festival’s Milestone Colorado Debut in 2027

Feb 24, 2026 | Sundance Institute

2025

Montbell Listed as one of the two Colorado clothing stores among the best in the US

Dec 8, 2025

The New Pearl Street

Dec 1, 2025

Front Range tree lightings, Santa visits, holiday events that exude a ‘Hallmark-movie feel’

Nov 21, 2025

Boulder’s revamped civic area plans include a ‘beach,’ beer garden, year-round farmers market

Nov 16, 2025

Downtown Boulder Partnership announces CEO transition

Nov 13, 2025

Boulder then and now: The changing face of Broadway in the 1960s and ’70s

Nov 9, 2025

Downtown Boulder unveils 50th Anniversary Logo of Pearl Street Mall

Oct 29, 2025

Roots Music Festival Brings Over 800 Musicians and 175 Colorado Bands to Downtown Boulder

Oct 17, 2025

Seven Downtown Boulder Restaurants Named on the 2025 MICHELIN Guide

Sep 15, 2025

2025's Best Places to Bike in the US

Jun 20, 2025

Frasca Food and Wine Wins Outstanding Restaurant at James Beard Awards

Jun 17, 2025

Sundance Institute Announces Boulder, Colorado, as the New Home for the Sundance Film Festival Beginning in 2027

Apr 3, 2025 | Sundance Institute

2024

These Are the Must-Visit Spots in Boulder, According to a Local Expert

Dec 30, 2024 | Sunset

December Member Newsletter 2024

Dec 20, 2024

Boulder on a Budget: Uncovering the Best Free Activities and Attractions

Oct 8, 2024 | About Boulder

The Perfect 3-Day Weekend in Boulder: Mountain Hikes, College Football, and Craft Beer Bliss

Oct 3, 2024 | Men's Journal

America's 7 Most Adorable College Downtowns

Sep 24, 2024 | The Travel

48 Hours In Boulder, Colorado: Where To Play, Dine And Sleep

Aug 19, 2024 | Forbes

Best Places to Live for Quality of Life in the U.S. in 2024-2025

Jun 25, 2024 | U.S News A World Report

Where to Eat, Hike, and Shop in Boulder, Colorado

May 30, 2024 | Goop

Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2024-2025

May 22, 2024 | U.S. News A World Report

Boulder is Giving Denver a Run for Its Money as Colorado's Funnest City

Mar 13, 2024 | Thrillist

Frasca Partner Named One of the Fifty Most Powerful People in American Fine Dining

Feb 26, 2024 | Westword

What is Boulder, CO Known For? 11 Things to Love About This City

Feb 26, 2024 | Redfin

2023

5 Most Peaceful Places to Live in the U.S

Dec 20, 2023 | Insider Monkey

Downtown Boulder: Celebrating business birthdays, old and young

Apr 11, 2023 | Daily Camera

The New Pearl Street

Mar 6, 2023 | 5280 Magazine

Chip: A Vision For 13th Street

Feb 13, 2023 | Daily Camera

The Top 10 Arts-Vibrant Medium Communities

Jan 9, 2023 | SMU DataArts

The Dish: Jill and Eric Skokan on farm-to-table cuisine

Jan 6, 2023 | CBS Mornings

2022

Boulder city guide: Where to stay, eat, drink and shop in Colorado’s adventure city

Nov 3, 2022 | Independent

Things to Do in Boulder, Colorado, if You Can’t Sit Still

Nov 3, 2022 | AFAR

Chip: CU Boulder Community Enriches Ours

Sep 27, 2022 | Daily Camera

Buskers still thriving on Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall after 45 years despite pandemic

Aug 22, 2022 | Daily Camera

‘The Swiss Army knife’: Boulder downtown ambassadors one of city initiatives showing success

Aug 8, 2022 | Daily Camera

Chip: The Past, Present and Future of Downtown Boulder

Aug 2, 2022 | Daily Camera

The best places to live in the U.S. in 2022

Jul 19, 2022 | CBS News

The 50 Best College Towns in America

Jun 22, 2022 | Best College Reviews

Chip: What makes a pedestrian-focused downtown?

Jun 6, 2022 | Daily Camera

‘Beauty, meaning and connection’: As the city considers changes for the Pearl Street Mall, its history offers perspective on present challenges and future opportunities

May 25, 2022 | Boulder Reporting Lab

Spring Magic Returns with Boulder's Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival

May 1, 2022 | Daily Camera

Chip: What does the duck-billed platypus have in common with a fairy?

Apr 11, 2022 | Daily Camera

Pilot Project Quantifies the Outdoor Industry’s Massive Polybag Problem

Mar 21, 2022 | Outside Business Journal

2021

20 U.S. Destinations Perfect for Solo Travelers

Dec 28, 2021 | Travel + Leisure

Lessons From the Rise and Fall of the Pedestrian Mall

Sep 9, 2021 | Bloomberg CityLab

A Guide to Boulder, Colorado: A Hub for Hikers, Artists, and Foodies

Jul 13, 2021 | Orange Coast

24 Actually Cool Things to Do in Boulder Right Now

Jul 6, 2021 | Thrillist

Boulder’s Pearl Street Has Become the Rodeo Drive of Outdoor Apparel

Jun 18, 2021 | 5280 Magazine