2025 Season Preview: University of Colorado Boulder Football
In his third season at CU, Coach Prime makes the necessary decisions to start the Buffs off right and prove the team is more than just a couple of star players.
No, Colorado’s New Wildlife Overpass Isn’t the World’s Largest. But It Is Impressive.
Set for completion in December, the $15 million bridge will span 40,000 square feet and six lanes of traffic. It’s expected to save both human and animal lives.
This Boulder Dance Company is Reimagining Ballet
Dance startup AVID is taking its show on the road—to the high country—and it’s not your grandmother’s Swan Lake.
2025 Season Preview: U.S. Air Force Academy Football
Coming off a disappointing 5-7 season, the Falcons will try to bounce back with a more experienced option offense.
5 Must-Eat Colorado State Fair Foods to Try This Year
Here’s your annual opportunity to snarf down cotton candy, marvel over deep-fried creations, and eat everything served on a stick.
18 Instagram-Worthy Spots to Seek Out in Denver
From skyline views to eccentric street art, here are 18 less-than-obvious places to feature in your feed.
12 Great Alpine Lake Hikes in Colorado
Hiking is more about the journey than the destination, but we can all agree it’s best when the trail leads to a picturesque lake.
Meet Colorado’s Golden Girl Emily Harrington Ahead of Her New Climbing Flick
A new IMAX film chronicles climber Emily Harrington’s historic ascent of El Capitan’s Golden Gate route.
Your Guide to Bellvue and the Mouth of the Poudre River
Head outside, get your creative juices flowing, and dodge I-70 traffic when you head to this unassuming oasis in northwest Larimer County.
Want to Train Like the Colorado Avalanche? Try This Boulder Company’s New Palm-Cooling Device.
The ROCC, developed by NICE Recovery Systems, is designed to improve strength and stamina by rapidly lowering your core body temperature. I tested it to see if it could make my everyday workouts more effective.
Hike We Like: Rainbow Lake in Frisco
Have an hour to burn? From downtown, take a short, easy walk to find this alpine pool, hidden in a conifer forest smeared with aspens.
The Skybridge Is Back at Denver International Airport—and It’s Still Awesome
The bridge to Concourse A closed late last year when the East Security Checkpoint was under construction. Now, one of the airport’s best-kept secrets is back.
You Can Get a Heinz Ketchup Smoothie in Denver Right Now—but Should You?
Depends on how much you like tomatoes.
Where To Go Forest Bathing in Colorado
The Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku is about slowing down, immersing yourself in nature, and finding stillness in a frenetic, tech-filled world.
7 Ways to Kick Back on National Relaxation Day
Facials, massages, and good books—plus a few more ways to chill out in Colorado no matter your budget.
Will Travel for Food: Where to Eat and Drink in Aspen Right Now
Come for the iconic summer wildflowers and fall leaf peeping; stay for the trendsetting menus and tempting cocktails.
3 of the Best New Omakase Chef’s Counters in Denver
Intimate dinners across the counter from knowledgeable chefs handing you bite after bite of the ocean’s bounty are a big trend in 2025. There’s even one inside a bagel shop.
Is a Camp Chair Enough to Claim a Campsite?
In the era of ghost camping and overused public lands, the old outdoor etiquette around claiming a spot is being put to the test.
It Costs More To Go to a Buffs Game Than a Bama Game
Sure, football in Boulder is relevant again, but not that relevant.
For the Lipstick Lovers, Soccer Is Beautiful Again
The new league creates a welcoming atmosphere for queer, trans, and nonbinary players.
A Local’s Guide to Eating and Drinking in Olde Town Arvada
Olde Town Arvada’s pedestrian-friendly blocks have blossomed into a culinary hot spot. Here are 24 of the best spots to grab a bite or a beverage.
Your Guide to Greeley
Don’t sleep on this college town packed with disc golf courses, hiking trails, and breweries.
The Oversimplified Guide to Grilling a Steak
Five tips from chef Hosea Rosenberg for the perfect piece of meat.
I Tried a Roadsurfer Rental To See if It Would Make Camping With a Baby Easier
The German camper van rental company opened a Denver outpost this spring. I took one of their rigs for a spin—with my 10-month-old.
Has David Roche Cracked the Code? Or Is He Just Another Crackpot?
The Boulder athlete claims to have developed a radical recipe to revolutionize long-distance running. I decided to find out if his training program would make me faster on the trails—and, maybe, better at life.
Tennis Stops the Music—but Not the Marriage
Ahead of the indie-pop duo’s final Denver show, we spoke with Alaina Moore about what it’s like to make beautiful music with your husband—and why they’re stopping.
Denver Doctor Nanette Santoro Is Busting Menopause Myths
Menopause has long been misunderstood and undertreated. This Colorado expert encourages women to ask for help early and often.
How Silent Endometriosis Changed My Life
You’ve probably heard that endometriosis can cause chronic pain. But thousands (maybe millions) of women, myself included, have no idea the disease is ravaging our bodies.
A First-of-Its-Kind Colorado Clinic Is Changing the Game for Teen Girls in Sports
Children’s Hospital’s new Female Athlete Program is fighting the stigma around eating disorders, period pain, and other common but neglected challenges.
She Barely Survived Giving Birth. Then She Vowed To Give Other New Moms a Better Experience.
Birdie Johnson founded Mama Bird, a nonprofit that provides pregnancy and postpartum support for women of color, so that no Colorado parent would have to endure what she did.
Heart Attacks Are Twice As Deadly in Women. A Colorado Doctor Believes Earlier Detection Could Save Lives.
When a woman’s heart fails, symptoms are different than in men, and doctors often miss it until it’s too late. Dr. Stacey Trent is working to change that.
Meet the Captive Cryptids Arriving at DIA This Month
The hit podcast Escaping Denver is publishing a spin-off novel that conjures new conspiracies for Denver International Airport.
Your Guide to Exploring the High Line Canal
The High Line Canal is stepping into the future with $100 million in improvements. Now is the time to (re)discover the 71-mile urban gem that winds from Littleton’s Waterton Canyon to Aurora.
The Rice Is Right at RiNo’s Temaki Den
Expertly prepared rice and pristine seafood make this hidden RiNo sushi bar worth seeking out.
Marching on D.C., Voicing a Movement, Catching a Serial Killer: Celebrating the Achievements of the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame
As the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame turns 40, we introduce you to three inductees whose contributions to Colorado deserve your attention.
How To Throw a Fiesta Like a Michelin-Starred Chef
Alma Fonda Fina owners Johnny and Kasie Curiel share their recipes and style for a sizzling Jalisco-style backyard party.
Saddle Up With the National Sports Center for the Disabled
The nonprofit recently splurged on a new fleet of adaptive bikes, opening new trails for Front Range adventurers.
This Wash Park French Deli Has the Cheese You Need
Goudy’s is the perfect stop for French sandwiches, house-made sausage, pantry supplies—and all the cheese.
The Woman Who Doesn’t Exist
Abigail Colón doesn’t have a birth certificate, which means she can’t drive, get married, or sign up for health insurance. Everyone agrees she was born in Colorado—so why won’t the state give her documentation?
Denver’s Top Doctors 2025
More than 1,200 of the very best physicians—in over 75 medical specialties—in the Denver metro area.
Eat at These 10 Denver Restaurants for Under $10
You won’t need to check your bank account before enjoying these bang-for-your-buck meals.
An Anonymous Donor Gave $52,500 to Help Clear Colorado’s Rape Kit Backlog
Sexual assault survivors currently wait more than a year and a half for their results.
9 Fun Places to Raft in Colorado Right Now
Row all summer with our favorite Mile High stretches of lower water.
The 11 Coolest Bar and Restaurant Bathrooms in Denver
From disco-ball-adorned ceilings to glow-in-the-dark murals, these powder rooms steal the show.
8 Places To Pick Your Own Flowers Around the Front Range
Bring home a bouquet chock-full of native Colorado blooms this summer.
Will Travel for Food: Where to Eat and Drink in Edwards
This once-sleepy Vail Valley enclave is blowing up with talented chefs and restaurants.
Where to Get the Best Nail Art in and Around Denver
Book with these eight Denver nail techs and salons for your own set of sparkly claws.
This Grand Junction Company is Helping Pickleball Players Save the Planet
The popular paddle sport isn’t the most sustainable pastime. Komodo Pickleball wants to change that.
Snowboarder Noah Elliott Lost a Cup of Blood for His ESPY
So what’s the Colorado Springs Paralympian willing to endure to win gold in Italy?
We’re Crowning These the Colorado Drinks of Summer
From canned cocktails to anniversary teas, we’ve found your new summit sipper for the season.
The 8 Best Low-Effort, High-Reward Hikes Near Denver
Looking for a trail to give your favorite out-of-towner a taste of Colorado’s natural beauty? Do so with one of these easier Front Range treks.
20 of the Best Patios and Rooftops in Denver and Beyond
Raise a glass at one of these sun-soaked bars and restaurants this summer.
The 6 Best New Direct Flights at DIA
The sixth-busiest airport in the world is keeping travelers (mostly) happy with new routes to Italy, the Dominican Republic, and some popular regional locales.
10 Must-See Attractions and Must-Do Activities on Southern Colorado Road Trips
Ditch I-70 for a smoother vacation along I-25 or U.S. 285.
“Incredible Luck”: How Paleontologists Found a Dinosaur Fossil Under the Denver Museum of Nature and Science
“We won the dinosaur lottery,” says curator James Hagadorn, who helped identify the 67.5-million-year-old bit of bone as likely belonging to one of two ancient herbivores.
The Best Credit Card Perks for Travelers Who Frequent DIA
Banks are competing for cardmembers by building luxury airport lounges that can help ease the stresses of travel layovers and delays. If Denver International Airport is your portal to the nation and beyond, here are our picks for the credit cards that offer lounge access and more.
The 10 Best Places to Tube in Colorado This Summer
These lazy rivers each offer a different vibe, but all end in the same place: bliss.
With Baseball Bats and Soapy Buckets, Coloradans Are Waging War on Japanese Beetles
Those dreaded green bugs are back—and the state is trying to keep them out of the Western Slope.
Two Top Denver Chefs Team Up for an Exploration of Regional Mexican Cuisine
Xiquita’s Erasmo Casiano and Alma Fonda Fina’s Johnny Curiel focus on single regional cuisines at a time—from Chihuahua in the north to Oaxaca in the south—in their new dinner series, Our Mexico.
6 Summer Reads Chosen by the Experts at Denver’s Tattered Cover
These new releases—all written by Colorado authors—are the perfect page-turners to pack for your summer vacation.
This Denver Artist Creates Paintings Using Invasive Species
Laura Shape sources Burmese python, lionfish, and carp skins as canvases for her work.
This Niche Lakewood Law Firm Has Been Pushing Trump’s Agenda for Decades. Do Conservatives Still Need It?
For nearly 50 years, the Mountain States Legal Foundation has been using the courts to keep big government at bay. Now, the question is whether President Donald Trump’s second term will elevate the nonprofit law firm—or make it obsolete.
Will Denverites Come Back to the Newly Renovated 16th Street?
The 16th Street renovation nears completion this summer. Now, its reputation needs a makeover.
Sky Quackenbush Brings Birds of Prey to the Colorado Renaissance Festival
Meet the animal care specialist who moonlights—in leather and flower crowns—as the facilitator of daily bird-of-prey shows at Larkspur’s annual Colorado Renaissance Festival.
What Is Type II Fun—and Why Do Coloradans Love It?
Our guide to understanding (and maybe even joining) the preponderance of Coloradans who find fulfillment in incredibly difficult, and sometimes physically painful, outdoor pursuits—aka Type II fun.
The Oversimplified Guide to Finding Dispersed Campsites
Five tips for camping like a pro this summer.
We’re Hooked on This Fish-Shaped Waffle Cone
Step up to the Ichigo Matcha kiosk on 16th Street for a chilly Japanese dessert called taiyaki.
The 7 Best Places to Eat and Play in Denver and Beyond
Put on your game face and grab your putters, darts, paddles, and bocce balls for the tastiest food-and-fun venues in town.
Where To Find Wildflowers Within 2 Hours of Denver
Southwestern Colorado may be known for vibrant flora, but you don’t have to go that far to peep these five native blooms.
5 Things We Learned About Governor Jared Polis’ New Federal Funding Dashboard
The Trump Administration has canceled more than $76 million in federal funding for Colorado and $56 million more is at risk. We asked Governor Polis how this will impact everyday Coloradans.
How To Bring Home a Masterpiece From the Cherry Creek Arts Festival
From bringing photos of that empty wall above your sofa to showing up early on day one, these insider tips will help you go from browser to collector at this year’s Cherry Creek Arts Festival, happening July 4 to 6.
Wheeler Geologic Area Is One of Colorado’s Most Beautiful—and Least Accessible—Landscapes
Millions of years ago, a volcano created Wheeler Geologic Area. We traveled to the hoodoo-filled landscape and learned what it takes to reach (and come back from) the City of Gnomes.
Welton Street Cafe Returns As the Heart and Soul of Five Points
The Dickerson family has faced many moves over their 30-plus years running restaurants on Welton Street, but this may be the best version yet.
Top of the Town 2025
From a flirtatious romance-only bookstore and an ethereal distillery to a vast indoor playground and a reborn ghost ski park, our 30 editors’ choice winners expand Denver’s scene while staying true to what’s always made the city exceptional. Plus: all 82 readers’ choice winners.
Where to See Fireworks in and Around Denver This Year
Our comprehensive list of where to see the best patriotic fireworks displays in and around the metro area this Fourth of July.
“The Phone Dropped, and Then Screaming.” What It Was Like Saving Two Hikers, One Struck by Lightning, in a Record-Setting Rescue
Alpine Rescue Team member Jake Smith explains how more than 40 people came together to save a couple of hikers stranded on Torreys Peak.
So, You Wanna Try Naked Running, Nudist Camping, and Going Au Naturel Outside…
Here’s where to go clothing-free in Colorado.
The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants In and Around Denver
Here are our favorite spots for crab boils, oysters, fried shrimp, and fresh fish around the Denver area.
Before & After: A Blank-Slate Home in Hampden South Gets a Maximalist Makeover
With the help of Audrey Scheck Design, this dull dwelling became an eclectic, worldly home for Hollywood transplants.
Tunes, Titans, Traditions: The Raucous Riffing of the Barbershop Harmony Society Comes to Denver
A glimpse inside the intense (but joyful) world of elite barbershop music, where even the bathrooms ring out with four-part harmonies.
Meet Tellus, the FoCo Company That Gives Back 100 Percent of Its Profits
The apparel brand brings a Newman’s Own–approach to the outdoor industry.
Move Over, Pickleball: Padel Has Officially Arrived in Denver
With the Mile High City’s first padel courts opening at Cloud 9 Park and more on the horizon, is a new sports craze about to take hold?
Our Biggest Takeaways from Psychedelic Science 2025
Two years after its electrifying debut in Denver, the world’s largest psychedelic conference returned to Colorado with fewer attendees, tempered expectations, and determination to keep moving the field forward.
The Best Denver Pools to Make a Splash
Want to cool off with your crew, but don’t have a swimming hole of your own? From a lazy river to private pools you can rent by the hour, here are nine ideas for playing in the water this summer.
Unwind After Your Mountain Adventures at These 6 New Hotels
From Fort Collins to Glenwood Springs, Colorado’s newest accommodations put comfort first—and access to the trails a close second.
9 Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth in Denver and Beyond
From block parties to drag performances, these local events honor Black culture and freedom—while inviting everyone to join in the joy.
10 Must-See Concerts Around Denver This Summer
From Metallica to Katy Perry, here are 10 can’t-miss acts that are making stops in the Centennial State.
Like Run Clubs? Try a Women-Only Running Vacation This Summer.
Run Wild Retreats helps women explore far-flung places on their own two feet.
14 Colorado Food and Drink Festivals Worth Planning a Trip Around
From Colorado brews to Palisade peaches, celebrate the best of food and drink in the Centennial State at these annual gatherings.
Where Are All of the Miller Moths?
We have some good news for moth-haters. And some bad news for birds.
10 of the Best Grocery Stores Around Denver
Where to find the freshest produce and best deals around the Denver area.
Crying Over My Frog Legs: Why Can’t French Cuisine Make it in Denver?
Once stalwarts of the dining scene, French restaurants now seem to twinkle in and out like Parisian street lights.
The 20 Best Farmers’ Markets in Metro Denver and Beyond
Our farmers’ market guide gives you the goods on where to shop for the freshest local produce and more.
The Best Pride Events Happening in Denver
From rainbow shots to a queer country concert, here are 10 ways to celebrate Pride this June in the Mile High City.
The 9 Best Colorado Adventures to Get Dad for Father’s Day
Socks and ties are so passé. Instead, gift Dad one of these experiences this year.
King Soopers Is so Bad, Some of Its Own Workers Won’t Shop There
As another strike looms, grocery workers told 5280 that understaffing is so severe, they often can’t put food on the shelves before it spoils, let alone keep up with changing price tags.
Rockies Got You Down? Root for the Onyx, Denver’s Winningest Team
Stacked with top talent, the city’s new women’s rugby team has dominated its competition.
Everything You Need to Know About National Park Timed-Entry Reservations This Summer
A rundown on all the permits and passes you’ll need to visit Colorado’s national parks—plus two of our favorites in Utah—this summer.
These Colorado-Made Overalls Are Ready for Anything
Trail? Yep. Town? Definitely. Year-old outdoor apparel brand Allover makes bibs that go anywhere you do.
Tour Former Bronco Bobby Massie’s Moody Mountain Retreat
In the family’s three-story Larkspur home, dark colors and striking architectural elements make for a warm and welcoming abode.
Try a Child Killer Sandwich at Westwood’s New Salvadoran Pupuseria
Yes, you read that right. But at El Pulgarcito de Bukele, it’s not what you think.
What We Know About the Attack on Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall
A man attacked a pro-Israel demonstration with a flamethrower and incendiary devices.
Colorado’s Greatest Athletes of All Time Are…
From Nikola Jokic to Mikaela Shiffrin to Christian McCaffrey, these Colorado athletes have ushered in an unprecedented era of greatness.
The Oversimplified Guide to Water World
Five tips for keeping your cool this summer at Denver’s wildest water park.
A Colorado Kids’ Guide to Business
They might be young, but these four Coloradans prove entrepreneurship isn’t child’s play.
How Butterfly Pavilion Became a Global Conservation Leader
As Butterfly Pavilion celebrates its 30th anniversary, its net has never been wider.
3 Ways To Hike the New 300-Mile Northern Colorado Trail
Sure, the trail is long. That doesn’t mean you have to hike it all in one go.
The Man Behind Colorado Springs’ Ford Amphitheater
A prepared foods entrepreneur and former Denver cop, JW Roth seemed an unlikely candidate to build a mecca for live music.
Seafood Bar Traveling Mercies Is a Keeper
Chef/restaurateur Caroline Glover calls her third-floor charmer a bar, but you can make a meal from the short, enticing food menu.
This Mountain-Town BBQ Joint Offers a Hellacious Pulled Pork Sandwich
Head to Kittredge to fuel up on the Devil’s Elbow at Switchback Smokehouse.
How Denver Drag Legend Jessica L’Whor Went Viral on TikTok
The “Ask A Queen” series has drawn millions of views and brought awareness to the local drag scene.
Inside an Interior Designer’s French Modern Hilltop Home
Maximalism, but make it très chic.
I Tried Magic Mushrooms for My Mental Health. Here’s What Happened.
In Colorado, scientists and entrepreneurs are looking to bring psychedelic mushrooms to the masses. Could their purported healing properties help me?
The 15 Best Lakes Around Denver
Where to go this summer for boating, paddling, camping, and fishing near the Front Range.
5 Films to Watch at This Year’s Women+Film Festival
Plus, how you can rub shoulders with Julia Stiles while you’re there, and our conversation with Colorado filmmaker Amie Knox.
Coloradans Will Love These 6 Summer Travel Destinations
Hit the road or hop a flight to play the Colorado way—with a change of scenery.
Our 5 Favorite Local Outdoor Stores In and Around Denver
These gear shops all have Colorado roots dating back five or more years. Here’s what makes their biz unique and what summer equipment and clothing their teams are pining after this summer.
A Four-Year-Old’s Review of the Children’s Museum’s New Catawampus Exhibit
A dark space with glowing beasts and tentacled creatures? What could go wrong?
Why Did Sarah Parady Vote No on the New NWSL Stadium Proposal?
Last week, only one Denver council member objected to a framework that would commit $70 million in public funding to land and infrastructure for a stadium for the city’s recently awarded professional women’s soccer team. We asked her to explain her vote—and what she’d rather see that money go toward.
Inside Denver’s Cookie Factory Turned Art Gallery
Opening this weekend, the free-to-the-public Cookie Factory in Baker displays Colorado-made pieces and will soon offer space for events and live music.
11 Denver-Area Food and Drink Festivals To Help You Make the Most of Summer
You don’t have to go far to sip and sample the best flavors of the Centennial State.
14 of the Best Places to Thrift in Denver
How and where to find the best vintage and secondhand goods along the Front Range.
5 Local Foodies You Should Follow Right Now, According to a Food Critic
Allyson Reedy, author of The Phone Eats First Cookbook, explores how social media has changed how we eat, what we eat, and which Colorado content creators she personally follows.
Our 5 Favorite Colorado-Brand Bikes This Season
Meet five two-wheeler dealers that call Colorado home—and if you’re in the market, here are our picks for your next best ride.
Bobby Stuckey of Boulder’s Frasca Food and Wine Earns Julia Child Award
The co-founder of one of Colorado’s best restaurants will use the prize money to support first-generation college students.
Can One of Colorado’s Rarest Birds Survive the Trump Administration?
The Gunnison sage-grouse is found almost exclusively in Colorado, and 90 percent of its native habitat has vanished. Impending changes to the Endangered Species Act could lead to its extinction.
How the Colorado Rockies Embarrassed Denver This Week
A running, seasonlong tally of historic ineptitude.
Feeling Lost? Tackle Life’s Biggest Questions Inside Oracle, Denver’s New Introspective Art Exhibit.
At this art show, blindfolds are encouraged.
A New From Scratch Episode Puts Colorado Farms in the Spotlight
On the fifth season of his globetrotting cooking show, host David Moscow accepts a culinary challenge from Rioja chef Jennifer Jasinski to create two dishes—using Colorado ingredients he gathers himself.
Dan Abrams Won’t Sell Out
Having grown Flylow from a ski-bum startup to a $22 million company, co-founder Dan Abrams still honors the powder clause for himself and employees. Can that passion-first priority survive the company’s surging sales?
How to Make the Most of Your Stay at the Newly Expanded Springs Resort
The Pagosa Springs hotel doubled in size in April. Here’s which of its new wellness offerings are worth the time.
11 Important Bills That Passed During Colorado’s 2025 Legislative Session
From a serious crackdown on semiautomatic firearms to expanding immigration rights, Colorado lawmakers tackled some contentious topics in this year’s regular legislative session. Here’s what you should know.
Climb the Air Traffic Control Tower of Denver’s Original Airport, 30 Years After Its Final Departure
At Central Park eatertainment destination FlyteCo Tower, new guided tours take visitors on a journey up 11 stories—and decades into the past.
Grocery Service Pinemelon Ends Farm-to-Doorstep Deliveries
The demise of the delivery service, which called itself “Denver’s local-first e-grocer,” will make it tougher to track down your favorite homegrown produce and locally raised meat.
Meet the Creators Behind Colorado’s Growing Mom Rave Community
At Moms Feelin’ Themselves events, don’t expect to blab about bottles and Bluey.
7 Things Every Nuggets Fan Needs To Know for the NBA Playoffs
Denver battles Oklahoma City in the second round. Here, a breakdown of what it will take for Joker and Co. to hoist the Larry O’Brien Trophy once again.
