š¶ 100+ Bands, 14 StagesāBoulderās Music Fest Is Here!
šø Boulderās Music Scene Takes Center Stage
Hey Boulder! š
Itās finally here: the first-ever Boulder Roots Music Fest is taking over the town this weekend. With 100+ bands across 14 stagesāfrom iconic venues to quirky storefrontsāitās a full-on celebration of Coloradoās diverse music scene. Whether youāre into bluegrass, hip hop, folk, funk, or something in between, this fest has a stage (and a vibe) for you.
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ā The Whatās Happeninā Boulder Team š
Which legendary Boulder venue has hosted acts like The Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt, and Widespread Panicāand will also be a stage at this yearās Roots Music Fest?
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š 1336 Pearl St, Boulder, CO
š° $10ā20 | NY-Style Pizza, Quick Bites, Vegan Options
A longtime favorite on the Pearl Street Mall, Pizza ColĆ³re dishes out crisp, foldable New Yorkāstyle slices in a casual, counter-serve setup. Locally owned and always bustling, itās the perfect spot for a quick bite between errands or a post-hike pie with friends. From classic cheese to hearty calzones and vegan-friendly options, thereās something here for every pizza lover.
š Hot Tip: Grab a slice, snag a bench outside, and enjoy some of the best people-watching in Boulder.
š¶ Boulderās First Roots Music Fest Hits the Stage
This weekend, Pearl Street becomes a full-blown music loverās dream. The inaugural Boulder Roots Music Fest kicks off Friday with more than 100 bands across 14 stages, transforming both iconic and unexpected spots downtown into live music hubs. From the Boulder Theater to Savannah Bee Company, youāll find Coloradoās best indie, funk, hip hop, cumbia, folk, blues, bluegrassāand even some surprises.
š» Headliners include:
ā¢ Yonder Mountain String Band
ā¢ North Mississippi Allstars
ā¢ Andy Frasco & the U.N.
ā¢ Plus Banshee Tree, DNA Picasso, Old Man Saxon, Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra, and dozens more
šļø Three-day festival passes are on sale now (student discounts available with ID). With venues ranging from eTown to Stone Cottage Studios and pop-up stages along Pearl, itās the only festival of its kind in Boulderāand itās built to celebrate local creativity, tech, and music in one unforgettable weekend.
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Friday, October 17
Saturday, October 18
Sunday, October 19
Want more? See the full calendar ā Boulder Event Calendar
šµ Thatās the Beat, Boulder
Whether youāre dancing in the streets or discovering your new favorite band in a pop-up venue, Boulder Roots Music Fest is your all-access pass to local talent and community vibes. Donāt forget to tag us in your fest photosāwe want to see those Pearl Street dance moves!
Trivia Answer: C) Boulder Theater ā One of Boulderās most iconic venues, hosting legends since 1906.
Catch you Monday with fresh picks for your outdoor adventures!
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