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☔ Rain, Rain... Let’s Play Anyway! Indoor Fun in Boulder
Wet week ahead? Don’t sweat it — we’ve rounded up the best indoor adventures Boulder has to offer.
🎲 Where to Hide from the Rain (and Still Have Fun) in Boulder

Well, Boulder — the sun’s on a break ’til Friday ☁️🌧️
With scattered showers, cloudy skies, and the occasional thunder boom rolling through, it’s the perfect week to explore Boulder’s indoor charm. Whether you’re flying through the stars at the planetarium or sipping something steamy at the Teahouse, you’ve got plenty of ways to dodge the drizzle without missing out.
Coming up:
🎬 Cozy places to get your culture (or cocktails) fix
🍵 Where to hide out with tea, trivia, or tater tots
🏛️ Indoor ideas for kids, date nights, and cabin-fever days
Let’s take this inside, Boulder-style.
— The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 😉

🧠 Rainy-Day Trivia Time:
What famous Boulder indoor attraction houses a “Mint Room” so aromatic it sometimes makes visitors cry? |
👉 Vote here and let us know what you think!

🎟️ Indoor Fun in Boulder: Rainy-Day Edition
Escape the storm and zoom through the galaxy. This spot’s got space shows, laser light displays, and one very cozy dome.
Get your culture fix while learning about Boulder’s past, present, and future — without stepping in a puddle.
Rainy-day energy + wall-to-wall climbing = happy, tired kids.
Ornate, colorful, and full of warm beverages. It’s like a spa day for your senses.
Bowling, billiards, arcade games — all under one dry roof.
From live music to indie film nights, this historic venue is perfect for rainy evenings out.
No reason to stay dry when it comes to beer. Take a brewery tour or just sip something hoppy while the storm rolls by.
Learn how your tea is made, then sip a fresh blend in their tasting room.
🎨 Cooking Classes or Craft Workshops
Try something new indoors — pasta-making, glass-blowing, or painting while sipping wine. (Bonus: you get to eat or keep your creation.)

🎶 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!
📅Wednesday, May 28🎶 Bluegrass Pick📍 Beyond the Mountain Brewing | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Wednesday) 🧠 Brain Food Trivia📍 Twisted Pine Brewing Company | ⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Wednesday) 🎤 Open Mic Night📍 VisionQuest Brewery | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Wednesday) 🎯 Trivia @ Roadhouse Boulder Depot📍 Roadhouse Boulder Depot | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Wednesday) 🤓 Trivia Night @ Full Cycle Cafe & Bar📍 Full Cycle & Colorado Multisport | ⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Wednesday) Stevie’s Picks: The Beach Boys 📍 Velvet Elk Lounge | ⏰ 6:00 PM–10:00 PM | 🎟️ Free Bang on a Can All-Stars: Ryuichi Sakamoto, 1996 📍 CU Macky Auditorium | ⏰ 7:30 PM–9:00 PM | 🎟️ $23 Michael Franti & Spearhead with Niko Moon 📍 Boulder Theater | ⏰ 7:00 PM–11:59 PM | 🎟️ $75–$99 | 📅Thursday, May 29🧠 Geeks Who Drink Trivia📍 Wild Provisions Beer Project | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Thursday) 🎙️ Last Thursday’s Open Mic @ Sanitas Brewing📍 Sanitas Brewing Co. | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring monthly, last Thursday) 🌙 Luna Lounge @ Centro Mexican Kitchen📍 Centro Mexican Kitchen | ⏰ 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Thursday) Cig Pope & The Holy Smokes 📍 Velvet Elk Lounge | ⏰ 8:00 PM–10:00 PM | 🎟️ Free The Naturals – Thursday Night Live 📍 eTown Hall | ⏰ 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 🎟️ $23 Todd Carey w/ Asteroid Please! 📍 Roots Music Project | ⏰ 8:00 PM–10:00 PM | 🎟️ Not listed |

Boulder’s still bringing the magic — just with a splash more puddles this week. ☔💙
Whether you’re dodging downpours or embracing the cozy vibes, Boulder’s still bringing the magic — just with a splash more puddles this week. ☔💙 Trivia Answer: B) Celestial Seasonings Tour! Their Mint Room is infamous for its intensity. One deep breath and your sinuses are either healed or stunned. Stay dry out there — see you Friday with sunshine (and weekend picks)! — The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 🐝 |
Thinking about your next Boulder adventure? Check out our guides to Boulder’s craft breweries, Pearl Street eats, neighborhood highlights, and more Boulder travel inspo.
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