Tiny Terrors Take Over Pearl Street 🎃
Munchkin Masquerade: Tiny Terrors Take Over Pearl Street 🎃
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Happy Wednesday! Halloween is almost here, and Boulder’s cutest creatures are gearing up for the annual Munchkin Masquerade. This Friday, Oct. 31, from 3–6 p.m., Pearl Street Mall transforms into a trick-or-treat paradise packed with candy, costumes, and community spirit. From baby dragons to mini superheroes, this downtown tradition is where Boulder’s littlest ghosts and goblins come out to play.
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When was Pearl Street officially designated as the “Downtown Boulder Mall,” closing the street to cars and making way for its pedestrian-friendly charm?
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Munchkin Masquerade: Boulder’s Sweetest Halloween Tradition
Halloween is just around the corner, and downtown Boulder is getting ready for one of its most adorable invasions of the year. On Friday, Oct. 31, from 3–6 p.m., Pearl Street Mall transforms into a candy-filled wonderland for little trick-or-treaters (ages 12 and under). Expect tiny superheroes, sparkly princesses, roaring dinosaurs, and more as Boulder’s youngest residents make their way from shop to shop in full costume.
Presented by Elevations Credit Union and hosted by the Downtown Boulder Partnership, Muchkins Masquerade, a family-friendly favorite brings the community together for safe, spooky fun. Official treat stops include local favorites like Boulder Ballet, Fiske Planetarium, the Fire Department at Station 1, and even the Boulder Police Department—so kids can meet real-life heroes while collecting sweet treats.
🧙♀️ Pro Tip: Only accept candy from official treat stops—look for signs and check the Downtown Boulder website for the full list before you go!
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Whether you’re taking the kids downtown or just there for the costumes and community vibes, the Munchkin Masquerade is a must-see Boulder tradition.
Trivia Answer: 🍷 B)1977 — Pearl Street was officially designated the “Downtown Boulder Mall” on August 6, 1977, transforming it into the lively pedestrian hub we know and love today.
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