Family Fun Awaits: Your Weekend in Boulder! 🌟

From kid-friendly activities to soulful solstice celebrations, Boulder is packed with fun this weekend. Check out our top picks for family outings, live music, and more! 🎶🦊❄️

Hey Boulder! 🌞

Welcome to the weekend! 🌟 Boulder is the perfect playground for families, with scenic trails, quirky museums, and kid-approved eats waiting for you to explore. Whether you’re here for a quick visit or a local planning a fun weekend with the kids, we’ve got all the tips you need. Let’s make this weekend an adventure! 🏔️

— The Boulder Buzz Team 🕸️

Best Kid-Friendly Activities in Boulder

Boulder is packed with family-friendly activities that combine fun, food, and outdoor exploration. Here are some top picks for a weekend with kids:

• Stroll along Pearl Street and enjoy street performers, fountains, and play areas perfect for little ones. Don’t forget to stop by Into the Wind for unique toys and kites!

• Part playground, part café, this spot offers quirky fun for kids and relaxing vibes for parents. Bonus: They serve great coffee for your post-play energy boost.

• Take the family for an easy, flat hiking loop at NCAR. The trails are shaded and offer gorgeous views—plus, the center’s exhibits are fascinating for curious little minds.

• Just a short drive from Boulder, this kid paradise lets children meet farm animals, play on hay bales, and enjoy outdoor fun.

• Pack a picnic and let the kids roam at the playground near the dining hall. Afterward, take a leisurely walk to soak in the Flatirons’ views.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Pro Tip: Head to Gelato Boy on Pearl Street for a sweet treat or grab a rooftop drink at Avanti Boulder while the kids enjoy some downtime.

Looking for more great Boulder hangouts? Check these out:

🍴 Best Restaurants in Boulder – Grab a bite before or after the big game.

Boulder’s MICHELIN-Recommended Restaurants – Treat yourself to some top-tier post-game dining.

🛏️ Best Hotels in Boulder – Planning an overnight stay? These spots have you covered!

Boulder Buzz Board: Weekend Highlights 🎶❄️

📍 Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut Street

📅 Friday, December 20, 2024 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

💵 $20

Join this special Solstice Eve celebration featuring songwriters sharing their music and stories to warm hearts and ignite imaginations.

📍 Wild Provisions Beer Project, 2209 Central Ave

📅 Friday, December 20, 2024 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

💵 Free

Enjoy a free evening of holiday harmonies performed by the world-class Reunited Acapella group.

📍 Roots Music Project, 4747 Pearl Suite V3A

📅 Saturday, December 21, 2024 | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

💵 $20 Presale / $25 Day of Show

Don’t miss the legendary Jerry Joseph as he brings his global music experience and powerful performance to Boulder.

📍 Boulder Public Library Canyon Theater, 1001 Arapahoe Ave

📅 Saturday, December 21, 2024 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

💵 Free (Pay-What-You-Can)

Laugh along as these lively librarians bring your book ideas to life in an interactive and hilariously unique show.

📍 eTown Hall, 1535 Spruce Street

📅 Saturday, December 21, 2024 | 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM

💵 $25-$40 (rows 1-4)

Experience a night of stellar Americana music as Reed Foehl and Max Gomez take the stage at eTown Hall.

📍 The New Local, 713 Pearl St.

📅 Saturday, December 21, 2024 | 2:00 PM

💵 Free

Celebrate the Winter Solstice with ceramic art by Caroline Douglas, seasonal bouquets, and unique wares from Colorado-based female creatives.

📍 eTown Hall, 1535 Spruce Street

📅 Sunday, December 22, 2024 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

💵 Free

Enjoy live music, light refreshments, and holiday cheer in this free community gathering to close out the year.

📍 Roots Music Project, 4747 Pearl Suite V3A

📅 Sunday, December 22, 2024 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

💵 $15 Presale / $18 Day of Show

Dance the night away with live music while supporting a good cause for Boulder’s most inclusive food assistance program.

Make the most of Boulder’s vibrant weekend lineup—there’s something for everyone! 🎉🎶❄️

🌤️ Weekend Weather Outlook

Enjoy a mild and pleasant weekend in Boulder—perfect for family outings or cozy indoor activities!

Friday, Dec. 20: Partly cloudy, high of 59°F, low of 34°F. Light breeze from the west at 7 mph.

Saturday, Dec. 21: Mostly sunny, high of 61°F, low of 43°F. Calm winds from the northwest at 5 mph.

Sunday, Dec. 22: Mostly cloudy, high of 62°F, low of 39°F. Gentle west winds at 7 mph.

Monday, Dec. 23: Partly cloudy, high of 57°F, low of 34°F. Tranquil west winds at 6 mph.

Tuesday, Dec. 24: Mostly sunny, high of 53°F, low of 37°F. A slight chance of a breeze from the west-southwest at 6 mph.

🌞 Pro Tip: This weekend’s sunny skies and warm temps make it ideal for a hike at Chautauqua Park or a visit to the Junkyard Social Club! Make the most of Boulder’s winter sunshine. 🌟

✨ Have a great weekend, Boulderites!

That’s a wrap for this week, Boulderites! Whether you’re exploring Pearl Street with the kids, grooving at a holiday hoedown, or simply enjoying Boulder’s mild winter weather, there’s no shortage of ways to make this weekend memorable. Stay safe, stay curious, and we’ll catch you in the next Boulder Buzz! 🐝

The Boulder Buzz Team 🐝

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