In Partnership With | | 🚀 Boulder’s Night Sky Went Full Sci-Fi! | If you looked up this week and thought aliens were landing—don’t worry, you’re not alone. Boulder was treated to a rare light pillar phenomenon, where icy air turned ordinary streetlights into glowing vertical beams. It was like nature’s own laser show, and if you missed it, we’ve got an epic photo to prove it! | But that’s not the only thing lighting up Boulder this weekend—there’s live music, comedy, plant workshops, and even an Ayurvedic wellness session. Scroll down for all the fun happening in town! | | | Download the app to pick up perfectly good unsold food from local shops at 50% OFF or more! Save food and money while supporting Boulder’s local businesses. | 🌟 Use code ‘LOCAL’ for $5 in free credits! | | | 🌟 Did You See Boulder’s Light Pillars? A Rare Winter Phenomenon! | | Boulder got a dazzling winter light show this week, as light pillars—those eerie, vertical beams that look like something out of a sci-fi movie—lit up the night sky. These ghostly columns occur when ice crystals in the atmosphere reflect light from street lamps, creating a surreal effect. | This particular shot was captured at 2 a.m., looking toward the jail, and if you missed it in person, no worries—we’ve got you covered with this epic photo! | | 🔎 How do light pillars form? | • Tiny hexagonal ice crystals float close to the ground in cold weather. | • Artificial lights (like street lamps) reflect off the crystals, creating vertical beams. | • They typically appear on clear, frigid nights when conditions are just right. |
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| Did you see the light pillars? Snap any cool night sky shots recently? Hit reply and share!🔎 | 🍴 Discover Boulder’s Best Restaurants here. | ⭐ Explore Boulder’s MICHELIN-Recommended Restaurants here. | 🛏️ Visiting friends or family in town? Share our guide to Boulder’s Best Hotels here. | | 🎶 What’s Happenin’ Boulder: Weekend Buzz | | | Saturday, February 22 | 🎺 Boulder Concert Band: “Voices Shouting Out!” – Celebrating women & Black composers @ 355 Ponca Pl., 7-9 p.m. ($10, kids free) | 🎶 Chalk Dinosaur – Funk, EDM & psychedelic rock @ Roots Music Project, 8:30-11:30 p.m. ($15-$20) | 😂 Dairy Comedy in the Boe – Laughs with Janae Burris @ Dairy Arts Center, 8:30-10 p.m. ($15) | 🧘 Everyday Ayurveda: Daily Rhythms – Wellness & balance workshop @ Yoga Pearl, 7-8:15 p.m. | 🎸 Gitkin – Infectious groove music @ Velvet Elk Lounge, 8-11 p.m. ($19) | 🌿 Succulent Terrarium Workshop – Build your own mini garden @ Moss Houseplants, 2-3:30 p.m. ($49) | 🎵 Mount Eerie w/ Ragana – Indie folk storytelling @ Fox Theatre, 8 p.m.-midnight ($27.50-$30) | Sunday, February 23 | 🎻 Dervish – Irish folk music legends @ Boulder Theater, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. | 💃 Boulder Q+ Tea Dance Party – Inclusive afternoon dance vibes @ Velvet Elk Lounge, 4-10 p.m. ($10) |
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| 🎟️ Need plans? Whether you’re into live music, comedy, or plant workshops, Boulder’s got you covered this weekend! | | 🌤️ Boulder Weather Outlook | Friday, Feb. 21: AM Snow Showers ❄️ | High: 39°F | Low: 25°F | 🌬 SSE 4 mph – A chilly start with morning snow showers, but things should clear up later. | Saturday, Feb. 22: Mostly Sunny ☀️ | High: 49°F | Low: 31°F | 🌬 WNW 6 mph – A perfect day to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. | Sunday, Feb. 23: Mostly Sunny ☀️ | High: 55°F | Low: 41°F | 🌬 W 9 mph – Warmer and breezy—spring vibes incoming? | Monday, Feb. 24: Mostly Sunny ☀️ | High: 57°F | Low: 34°F | 🌬 W 9 mph – Keep the sunglasses handy, it’s looking like a beautiful start to the week! | ❄️ Weekend Tip: If you’re planning a hike or brewery patio hang, Sunday might just be the golden ticket! | | 🍽️ Don’t Forget to Save on Local Eats! | | Before you go, grab perfectly good unsold food from local shops at 50% OFF or more with Goodie Bag! | 🌟 Use code ‘LOCAL’ for $5 in free credits! |
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| | | ☀️ Warmer Days Ahead? We’ll Take It! | | The weekend forecast is looking promising, with Sunday shaping up to be an ideal day for a hike, patio beers, or just soaking in some much-needed sun. If you spot more cool winter sky phenomena (or just an epic Boulder sunset), hit reply and share your best shots! | 📅 Until next time, keep exploring and keep Boulder weird! | — The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 🏔️🐝 |
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