🎉 Your First Weekend of May in Boulder Starts Here | | | Derby hats? Check. LEGO X-wings? Check. Running shoes? You bet. From Kentucky Derby cocktails to Star Wars STEM sessions to a 5K that supports youth mental health, Boulder is showing up strong this weekend. We’ve also got a pasta place with serious nonna vibes and a trail with summit views worth every step. Let’s kick off May the Boulder way — festive, outdoorsy, and just the right kind of nerdy. 🌷🐎🎉 | — The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 😉 | | 🧠 Trivia Time: How High Is Boulder, Colorado? | 👉 Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer and a little Rocky Mountain bonus fact! ⛰️ | | | Want to give your mom a gift that truly matters? | The Mom Story Journal by TellTales is a guided keepsake filled with over 100 thoughtful prompts that help her reflect, remember, and write down her life’s journey—from childhood memories to hard-won wisdom. It’s more than a journal—it’s a chance to connect, laugh, cry, and preserve her legacy in her own words. Perfect for Mother’s Day or any day you want to say, “Tell me your story.” | | | The Bulletin | Reaching a local audience just got easier. Promote your project, event, or opportunity to a growing list of 2,900+ readers. | | | | Views for days! This Flagstaff Road trail dishes out wildflowers, forest vibes, and a summit that shows off Bear Peak and Boulder below. Bring water, bring your pup (on leash), and maybe your quads. |
| What’s Happenin’ Spotlight: 🍝 Pasta Press | Fresh pasta, straight from the source (okay, Boulder—but ingredients come from Italy 🇮🇹). Swing by for house-made noodles, classic sauces, and serious nonna vibes. Dine in, take out, or cook it at home. |
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| | 🎉 What’s Happenin’ This Weekend in Boulder | From running for a cause to racing in costume, this weekend’s got something for everyone — whether you’re lacing up sneakers, donning a Derby hat, or building a LEGO X-Wing. Here are three fun ways to spend your first weekend of May: | | 📍 Boulder Reservoir, 5565 North 51st Street | 📅 Sunday, May 5 | 8:00 AM–11:00 AM |🎟️ Free! | More than a race — this powerful fundraiser supports youth mental health care through Rise Against Suicide. Expect a morning of running, live music from Kutandara, a silent auction, food trucks, face painting, and all-around community vibes. | | 📍 Boulder Social, 1600 38th St. | 📅 Saturday, May 4 | 11:00 AM–10:00 PM | 🎟️ General admission is free | The 151st Kentucky Derby is here — celebrate with mint juleps, big hats, and festive cocktails at Boulder Social’s Derby Day bash. Bonus points if you cheer like you’re actually at Churchill Downs. 🐎🍹 | | 📍 NoBo Library, 1st Floor Meeting Room | 📅 Sunday, May 5 | 2:30 PM–4:00 PM | 🎟️ Free – Waitlist only | May the Fourth be with your little Jedi builders (ages 6–11)! Join Play-Well TEKnologies for a LEGO® engineering mission to recreate a galaxy far, far away. The Force is strong with this STEAM session — but registration is already full, so jump on the waitlist if your padawan missed it! | | 🎶 What’s Happenin’ Boulder Buzz 🎭 | Looking for something fun to do? Whether it’s live music, trivia, or a laid-back DJ set, here’s what’s happening in Boulder this weekend! | | | 🏔️ That’s All for Now, Boulder! | | Thanks for spending part of your week with us — now go enjoy the sunshine, sip something minty, and say hi to May. 🌷 See you out there, Boulder! | — The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 🏔️🐝 | | A: 5,430 feet above sea level! | Boulder sits one mile closer to the stars — literally. That elevation means crisper air, stronger sun, and views that make you feel on top of the world. (Also: water boils faster, and your cocktails might hit quicker. Stay hydrated out there! 😉) |
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