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Situated at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder, Colorado, is a unique place to visit. Its mild climate makes it a standout destination for outdoor recreation activities. While the city’s vibrant and progressive culture also creates an inviting home for the arts.<\/p>\n
With its stunning natural beauty, lively culture, and active lifestyle, Boulder is a city that has something to offer everyone. Here are a few ideas for unique things to do during your visit to Boulder:<\/p>\n
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Website: boulderrockclub.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n How many times can we say “Boulder” in one sentence? But seriously, bouldering is a style of rock climbing done on smaller rock formations or indoor climbing walls without ropes or harnesses. Instead, boulderers climb relatively short routes, known as “problems,” requiring strength, technique, and mental focus.<\/p>\n The Boulder Rock Club is one of the country’s first climbing gyms. The 10,000-square-foot facility includes three stories of climbing, over 200 high-quality routes, and boulder problems. All ages and experience levels – beginner to competitor – are welcome at Boulder Rock Club.<\/p>\n The Boulder Farmers’ Market is a popular spot for locals and visitors. It features local plants, produce, crafts, and food vendors. It’s a great place to grab a bite to eat or stock up on fresh ingredients.<\/p>\n Purchases at the farmer’s market go towards supporting the local community through agriculture and equitable food access. The market runs on Wednesdays from May to October and Saturdays from April to November.<\/p>\n Image credit: Geremy Kornreich<\/p><\/div>\n The Colorado Music Festival presents a six-week concert series in Boulder every summer. The Festival Orchestra comprises musicians representing 44 orchestras from 23 states, four provinces, and three countries. Concerts are held at the Chautauqua Auditorium – a beautiful and historic venue built in 1898 with unbelievable acoustics.<\/p>\n The Colorado Music Festival includes events for families, classical music lovers, musicians, and novices alike. For more information on this summer’s concert schedule, visit coloradomusicfestival.org\/calendar<\/a><\/p>\n Website: cubuffs.com\/sports\/football<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Boulder is also home to the University of Colorado-Boulder and its Buffaloes football program. The CU Buffs play each fall at Folsom Field. The stadium seats over 50,000 and is probably one of the most scenic and beautiful places you will ever watch football. Tickets and schedules can be found at the link above.<\/p>\n Pearl Street Mall is a pedestrian-only shopping and dining district with boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries. The mall contains local shops like Peppercorn and international chains such as Fjallraven and Lush.<\/p>\n The Pearl Street Mall is also great for people-watching and hanging out. There are street performers every weekend, and the city also hosts various events at the mall. For a list of things happening on Pearl Street, visit boulderdowntown.com\/events<\/a><\/p>\n Website: www.boulderteahouse.com\/afternoon-tea<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse is a unique building gifted to Boulder by the city of Dushanbe, Tajikistan. The teahouse was built by hand in Dushanbe by more than 40 artisans. Many interior and exterior elements were created or painted by hand, including the ceiling, tables, stools, and columns.<\/p>\n An eclectic international menu is available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but if you have the forethought to make a reservation 24 hours in advance, you can enjoy afternoon tea, complete with white linens, tea sandwiches, and a premium pot of tea.<\/p>\n When you’re in Boulder, you can’t help but notice The Flatirons – the iconic rock formations that rise up from the plains. Many trails lead up to the Flatirons, offering stunning views of the city and surrounding mountains.<\/p>\n For more information on how to hike the Flatirons, visit: www.bouldercoloradousa.com\/things-to-do\/insider-guides\/flatirons<\/a><\/p>\n Website: museumofboulder.org<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The Museum of Boulder is housed in the historic Harbeck-Bergheim House, a Victorian-era mansion built in 1899. It offers a variety of educational programs, events, and exhibits for visitors of all ages.<\/p>\n The museum’s diverse collection includes artifacts, photographs, and documents related to the area’s natural history, geology, culture, and people. Exhibits cover topics such as the mining and railroad industries, Native American history, the hippie movement of the 1960s, and the development of the technology industry in Boulder.<\/p>\n Website: wowchildrensmuseum.org<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Wow! Children’s Museum is a popular destination for families with young children in the Boulder area. It provides a fun and educational environment for children to explore and learn through play.<\/p>\n Located in Lafayette, Colorado, a 15-minute drive from Boulder, the museum offers a variety of interactive exhibits and programs for children aged 1-11. The museum hosts special events throughout the year, such as holiday celebrations and family festivals.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta button_url=”https:\/\/coloradomusicfestival.org\/calendar\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Festival Calendar” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Don’t wait. Plan your summer of music, memories, and mountain magic today!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_cta][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Situated at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder, Colorado, is a unique place to visit. Its mild climate makes it a standout destination for outdoor recreation activities. While the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":86,"featured_media":272726,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" Not only does the Festival invite today's brightest stars, such as pianist Jan Lisiecki<\/a> and clarinetist Anthony McGill<\/a>, but the Festival orchestra also comprises principal players from top orchestras around the country.\u00a0<\/p> Chautauqua Auditorium<\/a> (1898), nestled against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, boasts an all-wood structure whose natural acoustics add an unforgettable character to Festival performances. Rainstorms, magpies, and pleasant Boulder evenings become an integral part of each concert experience.\u00a0<\/p> We are beyond excited to invite John Adams to be the Festival's 2022 composer-in-residence<\/a>;\u00a0 Boulder's own Grammy-winning Tak\u00e1cs Quartet serves as our artists-in-residence<\/a>, Star Trek: TNG <\/em>actor John de Lancie joins us for a special <\/a>Midsummer Night's Eve; <\/em>and that's just the beginning. Explore our calendar to read about our family concert<\/a>, this year's premieres, and our amazing array of music and guest artists.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p> \"With its love of fresh air, fresh food and fresh thinking, it\u2019s not hard to see why Boulder earned the title the Happiest City in the U.S. by National Geographic<\/em>.\" Read more about \u201cthe city nestled between the mountains and reality,\u201d<\/a> which the Festival calls home.\u00a0<\/p> Just like the Festival, Peter Oundjian is the perfect blend of local and global. He spends a great deal of time in Boulder -- he has a residence here, in fact -- but is also a conductor and director of worldwide acclaim. Oundjian served as Music Director of the Toronto Symphony for 14 years, and before that had an incredible career as a violinist in the Tokyo String Quartet. He's the best of both worlds.\u00a0<\/p>Explore the Boulder Farmer’s Market.<\/h2>\n
Enjoy a concert at the Colorado Music Festival.<\/h2>\n
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Catch a game at Folsom Field.<\/h2>\n
Go shopping at Pearl Street Mall.<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nHave Afternoon Tea at the Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse.<\/h2>\n
Hike the Flatirons.<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nVisit the Museum of Boulder.<\/h2>\n
Take the family to WOW! Childrens Museum.<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n#6: The Festival gathers the world's most talented musicians, all in one place.\u00a0<\/h2>
#5: Our venue is a charming National Historic Landmark.\u00a0<\/h2>
#4: Our 2022 season is out of this world.\u00a0<\/h2>
#3: Boulder, Colorado is a bucket list destination.\u00a0<\/h2>
#2: Get to know Music Director Peter Oundjian.\u00a0<\/h2>
#1: You'll never forget your Festival experience.\u00a0<\/h2>