SHARE:  

February 7, 2024

NEWSLETTER

Facebook  Twitter  Instagram
DowntownBoulderDrone_July2021_CullenMcHale__4_-resized2.jpg

Hello Newsletter Readers,


Happy February! In case you missed it...Boulder's own, Flatiron Freddy predicted an early spring this year. While we wait for warmer days, let's get into special downtown news and upcoming events!


Winter blues, who? With Valentine's Day just around the corner, downtown businesses are seeing red (hearts)! Looking for a gift that will dazzle your special someone? Check out this year's Valentine's Day Gift Guide.


Get ready to bundle up and ride your bike downtown this Friday, February 9th for Winter Bike to Work Day! Don't forget to map out your route to hit all the downtown coffee and breakfast stations. Pledge to ride today!


Happy Black History Month! Amplify Black voices and experiences through the Museum of Boulder's Proclaiming Colorado's Black History exhibit. Looking for a collaborative community event? Grab a ticket for their Listen Backs event happening on Leap Day, Thursday, February 29th from 6-8 PM!


Looking for more to do this month? Check out downtown's Event Calendar and the monthly Things to Do Downtown blog!

Last newsletter asked which Pearl Street Snow Much Fun AR filter was your favorite to interact with. The top answer was the Shy Bumble on the East End at 42%! This week, in honor of the holiday, we want to know your favorite type of flowers!

What are your favorite flowers?
Tulips
Roses
Sunflowers
Lilies
Orchids

News You Can Use

Mid-Winter Sidewalk Sales

Starts Saturday, February 17th!

labordaysale_shoppingnl image

"L" is for LOVE...the local! Gear up for the hottest savings at this month's Mid-Winter Sales kicking off Saturday, February 17th.


Join your favorite participating small businesses for big sales, new seasonal styles and snow much more! Take advantage of this special shopping event while you can...the next big sidewalk sale won't be until mid-summertime!


In addition to shopping small, here's six simple ways to support downtown's small businesses:


  1. Write a positive review.
  2. Tell your friends and family.
  3. Follow them on social media.
  4. Engage with their posts.
  5. Give them a shout out.
  6. Sign up for their newsletter.


Happy ~winter~ shopping!

Ready? Set? Shop Local!

2024 Valentine's Day Gift Guide

Valentine's Day is one week away - find the perfect gift today!

twohandspaperie-vday-gift-guide-2024 image

Shopping small pairs perfectly with a big heart. Are you still on the lookout for a unique Valentine's/Galentine's Day gift? From vibrant valentine cards to fresh flowers, plants and delectable chocolates, downtown has you covered with this year's Valentine's Day Gift Guide!


Still can't decide on a gift? The Downtown Boulder gift card is accepted at over 100 local retailers and restaurants - perfect for a hard-to-gift loved one! Buy gift cards today.

2024 Valentine's Day Gift Guide

Taste of Pearl 2024

Sunday, April 14th | Tickets on sale now!

eclark_170423_2311_web image

You all have been waiting for this one...Taste of Pearl returns to downtown Sunday, April 14th from 2-6 PM (rain or shine)!


This downtown exclusive event pairs 15 amazing Boulder restaurants with local wine, beer and cider distillery vendors in select downtown retail boutiques and galleries. All participants are required to be 21 years or older and must show a valid form of identification upon entry.


General admission tickets and VIP experiences are on sale NOW! This event is in high demand and tickets are expected to sell out - buy your tickets today.


Interested in volunteering for this event? Sign up here.

Buy Tickets

Boulder International Film Festival (At Home!)

Watch featured BIFF documentaries for free!

biff_homepagefeaturedevent_2015 image

Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF) brings cinema celebrations into the comfort of your own home! Now through February 15th, BIFF offers FREE online documentary screenings. Today marks the last day to watch featured Black History Month documentary, Maya Angelou And Still I Rise. Tickets must be reserved before 11:59 PM - upon your reservation, you will have 58 minutes to begin watching the film.


Looking for more documentaries? Tomorrow, Thursday, February 8th at 12:00 PM through Wednesday, February 14th at 11:59 PM MST, reserve your ticket for next documentary screening, Don't Stop Believin': Everyman's Journey.


Happy ~free~ streaming! And don't forget that the 20th anniversary of BIFF kicks off downtown on February 29th (yes, Leap Day!) - get your tickets now!

View Free Screening Schedule

DBP Annual Award Luncheon Honorees

Meet downtown's Business of the Year!

constant-contact-images-v1 image

Downtown Boulder Partnership recently honored downtown businesses and community member's at their Annual Awards Luncheon. This week, we invite you to meet Virginia Patterson Business of the Year honorees, The Sophomore!


Josh and Kate Dinar opened up this neighborhood sports bar in just six weeks after transforming their Ash'Kara location on Pearl Street's West End. With a focus on connecting the community through sports and good food, the restaurant has become the place to gather and cheer on the Buffs (and other local teams) and celebrate the Prime Effect!


Congratulations to Josh, Kate and their amazing team! And...Sko Buffs!

Dine at The Sophomore

Job Openings


Interested in working downtown? Many businesses are hiring!

Find Jobs!
eclark-230719-9841 image

Shopping Specials


Winter is here, 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!
eclark-230719-0826 image

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!
food-newsletter image

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!
employment-newsletter-july-2022 image

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
this-is-my-happy-place-mural-cropped image
founddowntown2724 image

FOUND DOWNTOWN

What is the name of this iconic

downtown venue?


Email your answer to

info@downtownboulder.org with the subject line "Found Downtown" by Feb. 20, for a chance to win a $25 Downtown Boulder Gift Card. Congrats to Andrea, our last Found Downtown winner! The correct answer was: Terracotta!

I FOUND IT