Bands on the Bricks Returns | | | The wait is over—Bands on the Bricks is back and ready to light up Pearl Street all summer long! Get ready for eight weeks of free concerts, cold drinks, and feel-good vibes that turn hump day into the best day. This week, Graham Good & The Painters set the tone with their infectious, genre-bending sound—don’t miss it! | Want more local recs? Check out our Things to Do in Boulder, Best Restaurants, and Date-Worthy Spots for even more ideas. | — The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 😉 | | 🧠 Trivia Time | 👉 Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer and a fun park fact! 🌳 | | 🎶 Bands on the Bricks: Boulder’s Ultimate Summer Jam | | Boulder’s summer soundtrack is back! Bands on the Bricks returns to Pearl Street every Wednesday from June 11 through July 30, turning our iconic pedestrian mall into a dance floor under the stars. From rock to reggae and everything in between, these free concerts are your ticket to midweek magic. | 🌟 This Week’s Lineup: Graham Good & The Painters | Kicking things off on June 11, Graham Good & The Painters are bringing their feel-good funk-folk-rock energy to the bricks. They’ve lit up Red Rocks and The Bluebird, and now they’re ready to bring those vibes straight to your feet. Bonus: Weldwerks Brewing is on tap to quench your thirst! | 🌟 Happy Hour & Beyond | Score $2 off drinks from 5:30-6:30 PM (Bota Box, Avery Brewing, Wibby Brewing, Vision Quest, Upslope… need we say more?). Plus, FNBO cardholders, there’s a little something extra for you—buy one, get one free on your drinks. After 9 PM, keep the groove going at the Velvet Elk Lounge with their epic after parties featuring DJ sets and killer cocktails. | 🌟 Next Up | June 18: Kind Hearted Strangers – From foothills folk to Nashville vibes. June 25: Hazel Miller & The Collective – Colorado’s powerhouse vocalist and her soulful band. July 2: The Long Run – Colorado’s Eagles tribute band takes you on a nostalgia trip. July 9: Selasee & The Fafa Family – Ghanaian reggae meets Boulder’s summer night air.
| 🎶 Whether you’re chasing the music, the community, or just the perfect summer night out, Bands on the Bricks has you covered. Grab your crew, bring those dancing shoes, and let’s make this summer sing! | | Want to see your event in the spotlight? Submit it here. | | 🎶 What’s Happenin’ Boulder Buzz 🎭 | Wednesday, June 11 | 🆓 Free Events | 🎶 Bluegrass Pick📍 Beyond the Mountain Brewing | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Wednesday) | 🧠 Brain Food Trivia📍 Twisted Pine Brewing Company | ⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Wednesday) | Bands on the Bricks After Party with Vinyls by Bob Marley📍 Velvet Elk Lounge | June 11⏰ 9:00 PM–11:59 PM | 🎟️ Free | Spin some Bob Marley vibes and soak up extended happy hour at Boulder’s iconic after party. | Boulder Bike Show📍 Sanitas Brewing Co. | June 11⏰ 5:00 PM–7:30 PM | 🎟️ Free | Bike lovers, unite! Explore creative bike categories and prizes at this fun community event. |
| Thursday, June 12 | 🆓 Free Events | 🧠 Geeks Who Drink Trivia📍 Wild Provisions Beer Project | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Thursday) | 🌙 Luna Lounge @ Centro Mexican Kitchen📍 Centro Mexican Kitchen | ⏰ 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Thursday) | Country Vinyl Night with Evan Holm of Extra Gold📍 Velvet Elk Lounge | June 12⏰ 7:00 PM–9:30 PM | 🎟️ Free | Evan Holm’s spinning rare and classic country gems on vinyl — a night for true country fans. | Dinner & Show at Gemini📍 1115 Pearl St | June 12⏰ 5:30 PM | 🎟️ $50–$60 | An exclusive night of Latin jazz with Gonzalo Teppa and a multi-course Spanish-inspired dinner at Gemini. |
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| Want more? See the full calendar → Boulder Event Calendar | | 🌟 That’s a Wrap! | Here’s to midweek music, summer nights, and dancing under the stars, Boulder-style. See you out there, and keep those good vibes rollin’! 🌟 | 🧠 Answer: A. Walter Orr Roberts — the brilliant mind behind the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder! Roberts’ vision for atmospheric research and climate science turned Boulder into a hub for environmental studies and innovation. Thanks for playing along—stay curious and keep exploring! 🌦️🌲 | | | | Interested in other What’s Happenin’ newsletters? | |
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