|
| | Nestled in North Boulder, Foothills Community Park isn’t just a park—it’s the park. With 65+ acres of space and amenities ranging from pickleball courts to polar sundials, this is your go-to spot for year-round adventure. Whether you’re chasing your pup around the dog park, booking a shelter for your next birthday bash, or letting the kids explore nature-inspired playgrounds, this place has something for every kind of Boulderite. | Want more local recs? Check out our Things to Do in Boulder, Best Restaurants, and Date-Worthy Spots for even more ideas. | Let’s dig in! | — The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 😉 | | Trivia Q&A ⛰️ | Hint: This plant is known for its resilience in rocky environments. Answer at the bottom 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 | | |
📍 800 Cherry Ave, Boulder | 🏞️ Open Daily | 💵 Free Entry | Looking for a park that truly has it all? Foothills Community Park in North Boulder is your go-to spot for a morning pickleball match, an afternoon hike, and a golden-hour picnic with Flatirons views. With over 65 acres of fields, playgrounds, dog parks, community gardens, nature-themed art, and sledding hills in the winter, this isn’t your average neighborhood park—it’s a choose-your-own-adventure kind of place. | 🛝 Highlights include: | | A sundial you can walk through (polar-style!) Rock walls and artistic structures woven into the playground Inline hockey + basketball + fields galore Four pickleball courts (BYO net) ADA-accessible restrooms and trails Community garden vibes & mountain views A sled-worthy hill when the snow rolls in
|
|
| 🎾 Hot Tip for Pickleballers: Bring your own net and hit the painted courts from 7 a.m. to noon daily! | 🐾 Dog Parents: There’s a spacious off-leash dog park that’s a local favorite. | 🧗 For the Kids: Think rock walls, nature play structures, artistic sidewalks, and even a polar sundial (yep, it’s as cool as it sounds). | 🌳 Planning a Party? Reserve one of the three large picnic shelters (or all three if your guest list is stacked). | 🚴♀️ Access Perks: RTD access + trails for biking and hiking right into OSMP territory. | | 🎶 What’s Happenin’ Boulder 🎭 | | Tuesday, July 22 | 🔥 Junkyard Monthly Flow Jam📍 Junkyard Social Club | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 💵 $10 suggested donation (recurring monthly, 4th Tuesday) | 🛝 Junkyard Open Play📍 Junkyard Social Club | ⏰ Various Hours | 💵 $10 kids / $5 adults (recurring weekly on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday) | 🎉 Smarty Party📍 Avanti F&B | ⏰ 7:30 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Tuesday) | 🎧 Turntable Tuesday📍 VisionQuest Brewery | ⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Tuesday) | 🧠 Tuesday Night Trivia📍 Boulder Social | ⏰ 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed |
|
| Want more? See the full calendar → Boulder Event Calendar | | 🍽 Not sure where to eat tonight? | Our Restaurant Finder takes the guesswork out of dining by showing you the best local restaurants based on real reviews and vibes, not just ratings. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick bite or a date-night spot, we’ve got you. No endless scrolling, no decision fatigue...just solid recs. |
| |
| | ☀️ Your Backyard, But Better | | Whether you’re sledding in the winter, catching a sunrise on a morning walk, or organizing a community picnic, Foothills Community Park delivers classic Boulder vibes—laid-back, scenic, and always ready for action. See you on the trails (or the pickleball court)! | Trivia Answer: C) 65.2 acres – That’s the size of Foothills Community Park, one of Boulder’s best multi-use outdoor spaces! | -What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 🌸 |
|
| | | | Interested in other What’s Happenin’ newsletters? | |
|
