October 2nd, 2024

NEWSLETTER

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Hello Newsletter Readers,

Happy October - autumn has arrived! As the leaves begin to change and the morning air turns cool and crisp, warm up in the heart of Boulder when you shop and dine locally - our love for the locals extends year-round!

Today marks the final Wednesday of the Boulder County Farmers Market season. Head to 13th Street (between Arapahoe Ave & Canyon Blvd) this evening from 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM to enjoy your favorite mid-week pick-me-up one more time this year! Can't make it this evening? Catch the Saturday markets happening weekly from 8 AM - 2 PM (through November 23rd).

Legend has it that every Halloween, downtown Boulder is invaded by mini ghosts, goblins, princesses, superheroes and spooky creatures galore in search of sweet treats at the annual Munchkin Masquerade (happening Thursday, October 31st from 3 PM - 6 PM)! Are you a local business interested in booth space for the event? This is your chance to get in front of A LOT of Boulder County families. Register to be an exhibitor today (registration closes Monday, October 7th).

Extra, extra...read all about it! This week, Condé Nast Traveler released their 2024 Readers' Choice Awards listing our own St Julien Hotel & Spa as #7 in their prestigious list of the Top 15 Hotels in Colorado. Sending a heartfelt congratulations to the incredible team at St Julien on their gold-standard hospitality!

Looking for more to do this month? Check out downtown's online Event Calendar for more happenings throughout the district.

Last newsletter asked how many of the six Michelin-recommended downtown restaurants have you visited. The top answer was 3 out of the 6 restaurants at 25%! This week, in honor of the new season, we want to know your favorite fall activity.

What is your favorite fall activity?

Leaf Peeping / Exploring Fall Foiliage

Exploring Pumpkin Patches / Pumpkin Carving

Going to Haunted Houses

Enjoying Seasonal Flavors / Treats

Fall Camping / Hiking

Going to Fall Football Games (Go Buffs!)

News You Can Use

Pearl Street Stampedes: October Dates

Friday, October 11th & Friday, October 25th

Mark your calendars...it's time to celebrate our Buffs at not one, but two, Pearl Street Stampedes this month! Friday, October 11th and Friday, October 25th*, meet us on the 1300 block of the Pearl Street Mall at 7 PM for lively performances and special appearances from members of CU Athletics, CU Spirit, the Golden Buffalo Marching Band and CU Mascot, Chip! You know the drill...the parade, led by Stephen Tebo's vintage 1948 fire truck, moves west and stops to perform block-by-block - SKO BUFFS!

*Don't forget, the October 25th Stampede coincides with CU Family Weekend - see CU's website for additional information and details.

Stampede Schedule

October Thrills

Gear up for spooky season offerings throughout downtown!

Munchkin Masquerade

Halloween is officially 29 days away! Looking to find the perfect costume and lock-in plans for you and yours? Downtown has you covered! Check out our recommendations to a successful (and local-loving) spooky season...

Say yes to the corpse bride dress (and other iconic costumes) at local retailers. We recommend checking out The Ritz, Apocalypse and Ragstock for one-of-a-kind costumes and accessories.

All dressed up with no place to go? Downtown's annual trick-or-treating event, Munchkin Masquerade happens Thursday, October 31st from 3 PM - 6 PM. Bring your kiddos (recommend ages: 12 & under) and stop by participating businesses throughout Pearl Street. Pro Tip: bookmark this page and check back frequently throughout the month for the updated list of participating businesses. Please remember to thank all participating businesses for their kindness in supporting this favorite Halloween tradition!

Looking for more happenings? Check out events at Velvet Elk Lounge, Yoga Pearl, License No.1 and more found on downtown's online event calendar.

~Happy spooky season!~

Munchkin Masquerade

Museum of Boulder Celebrates 80 Years

Join us in a month-long celebration of preserving Boulder's history!

October is a BIG month for our friends at the Museum of Boulder as not only does this week mark the kick-off of Boulder History Month, but also calls for their special 80th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraiser event happening this Saturday, October 5th from 6 PM - 8 PM - don't forget to get your tickets! Looking for more ways to support your local history museum? Check out these additional museum happenings...

Boulder History Month's Free Friday Series (free public admission) - Fridays, October 4th - November 1st.
Dramatizing History: Bringing Post-WWII LGBTQ+ Veterans' Stories to the Stage - Tuesday, October 8th, 6 PM - 7:30 PM.
Boulder Conversations with Extraordinary People - Marion Kreith - Thursday, October 10th, 6 PM - 8 PM.
"The Lodge" Exhibit - Showing now through Monday, October 28th.

Find additional details and more happenings when you view their list of events. Happy 80th Anniversary, Museum of Boulder!

Explore Museum of Boulder Events

Rock the Shelter - Jammin' for a Cause!

Thursday, October 17th | 6 PM - 9 PM | eTown Hall

Ready? Set? Rock The Shelter! All Roads (formerly known as Boulder Shelter for the Homeless) invites you to a special benefit concert happening Thursday, October 17th from 6 PM - 9 PM at eTown Hall. Get your tickets to enjoy an evening full of live music, dancing and socializing all while supporting All Road's mission to provide permanent housing to one of Boulder's most vulnerable populations. Can't make the concert? Learn more about ways to give and how to support your local emergency homeless shelter.

Get Tickets

Job Openings

Interested in working downtown? Check out which businesses are hiring.

Find Jobs

Shopping Specials

Fall has arrived and it's time to go shopping for fresh styles. Explore monthly shopping specials to discover 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.

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FOUND DOWNTOWN

Which 15th & Pearl outdoor retail store can be found with a stuffed bear in front of it?

Email your answer to

info@downtownboulder.org with the subject line "Found Downtown" by Oct. 15th, for a chance to win a $25 Downtown Boulder Gift Card. Congrats to Julie, our last Found Downtown winner! The correct answer was: Envision.

I FOUND IT