šŸŽˆ Boulder’s Biggest Summer Sale Hits Pearl Street This Saturday

Live music, sweet deals, and summer vibes—don’t miss the East End Block Party this weekend in downtown Boulder.

šŸŽ‰ Let’s Get Sidewalk Strolling: East End Block Party This Saturday

 

Hey Boulder! šŸŒž

Summer in Boulder means open streets, hot deals, and plenty of good energy—and the East End Block Party is bringing all that and more. This Saturday, Pearl Street’s East End turns into a full-on festival of live music, local shopping, family activities, and refreshments, with over 150 retailers joining in on Downtown Boulder’s biggest sidewalk sale of the season.

Whether you’re treasure-hunting vintage finds at Garage Sale, grabbing iced coffee at Ozo, or grooving to live tunes while your little ones explore, this is the kind of community magic we live for.

Want more local recs? Check out our Things to Do in Boulder, Best Restaurants, and Date-Worthy Spots for even more ideas.

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šŸŽ‰ Main Street Vibes, Big-Time Deals: East End Block Party

šŸ“ East End, Pearl Street | šŸ—“ļø Saturday, July 12, 10 AM–7 PM | šŸ’µ Free Entry

It’s not just a sale—it’s a sidewalk celebration. Head to Pearl Street’s East End this Saturday for the East End Block Party, where over 150 local retailers are slashing prices for Boulder’s biggest sale of the summer. Expect live music, family-friendly fun, free refreshments, and local shops bringing the vibes—from funky finds at Garage Sale Vintage to tasty bites at Organic Sandwich Co.

šŸ›ļø Pro tip: Start at the East End and walk west—there’s a whole summer’s worth of treasures waiting. Bonus: Free parking on Spruce (east of 17th) or in the 15th Street Garage!

šŸŽ¶ Hosted by: Bliss, Ozo Coffee, Turntable Tuesdays, and more local gems.

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Friday, July 11

šŸŽµ Live Music by The Sweet Lillies with Elle Michelle and BrandywinešŸ“ Velvet Elk Lounge | ā° 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… The McGuckin Way: 70 Years as Boulder’s Favorite Everything StorešŸ“ Museum of Boulder | ā° 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… Shakedown StreetšŸ“ Boulder Theater | ā° 8:00 PM to 11:59 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

Saturday, July 12

šŸ“… Tab Benoit - I Feel Thunder TouršŸ“ Chautauqua Auditorium | ā° 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸŽØ East End Block PartyšŸ“ The East End (1500-1700 Blocks of Pearl Street) | ā° 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… The Gentlethem’s Club: A Cheeky Cowpoke CabaretšŸ“ Roots Music Project | ā° 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… Griffin William Sherry at Velvet Elk LoungešŸ“ Velvet Elk Lounge | ā° 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

Sunday, July 13

šŸ“… Summer Bash and Gear SalešŸ“ Women's Wilderness | ā° 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… Boulder Peak TriathlonšŸ“ Boulder Reservoir | ā° 5:00 AM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

šŸ“… Long Pose Figure Painting, Drawing & SculptingšŸ“ NoBo Art Center | ā° 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM | šŸŽŸļø Ticketed

Want more? See the full calendar → Boulder Event Calendar

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šŸŽ That’s a Wrap: Summer on the Sidewalk

Sunshine, sales, and sips—what more do you need? The East End Block Party is the ultimate local weekend plan. Don’t forget to bring a tote bag (or two) and tag us in your favorite summer finds.

 šŸ‘‰ Answer: B)The University of Colorado Boulder.

The University of Colorado Boulder,founded in 1876, is the flagship university of the CU system.

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