Financial assurances may sound complicated—but if they’re not fixed, Coloradans may wind up paying to plug orphan oil and gas wells. We help you wrap your mind around them.
A local coaching company is creating the world’s first 360-degree VR trail library one trail run at a time.
Veteran ski journalist Heather Hansman’s non-fiction book debuts November 9th, and Colorado plays a starring role.
Denver-area eateries are ringing in the Indian festival of lights with crowd-pleasing dishes. Here’s where to go and what to order.
Initial results showed Denver voters approving much of Mayor Hancock’s RISE Denver plan but stopping short of funding a new arena. Meanwhile, three statewide initiatives are failing and local school board races remain tight.
Colorado filmmaker Skinner Myers discusses his new feature film, plus other movies he’s excited to check out at this year’s event.
Look for new spots serving Korean pastries, mochi doughnuts, and fried chicken in Aurora’s hub for minority-owned food businesses.
Navajo Nation native Lance Tsosie has amassed 2.3 million TikTok followers advocating for Indigenous people and calling out bigots. Watch 5280‘s video profile on the Denver influencer’s life.
A group of Colorado researchers are finding that negative connotations with treatment could slow and impair recovery from concussions.
Consider surprising your loved ones with one of these 25 locally-made gifts this holiday season, helpfully arranged by the feels they give us.
From 10-inch hot dogs to empanadas, the food stall offers hearty South American street fare at its best.
Aspen just debuted a custom uniform for its staff. So we imagined what workers at other resorts would wear to reflect their employers’ most recognizable traits.
People found not guilty by reason of insanity are sent to Colorado’s mental health hospital ostensibly for treatment. Here, a look inside one man’s three-year-long struggle for freedom.
The Lafayette astronaut is training for NASA’s Artemis mission, which aims to return humans to the lunar landscape by 2024.
Two sneaker heads have combined their collections to open a LoDo outpost bursting with rare finds.
The Colorado native has made the Buffs a consistent winner. But does he have the institutional support he needs to lead CU deep into March Madness?
The efforts included tapping Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival to help bring Oscar-worthy flicks to Mile High cinephiles.
A letter from the editor of 5280.
We asked local backcountry veterans for tips, tricks, and hacks that will help you gear up, stay warm, sleep (relatively) well, eat right, be safe, and have a great time in Colorado’s winter wonderland.
Nathan Kurth has a secret weapon for monitoring avalanche conditions and scouting new runs: a 230-horsepower airplane.
SAME Café, which provides healthy food and dignity to Denver’s most vulnerable citizens, celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2021. We look back on its significance.
The initiative includes safeguards that most nine-to-fivers take for granted.
Colorado’s health-food startups gathered last month in Boulder for the 17th Naturally Boulder Innovation Showcase and Pitch Slam. Here’s what we liked.
A visit to this restaurant and music venue is like taking a trip back in time to Mexico’s sunny coast.
Bust out your camp stove and stave off the chill in the mountains with these yummy, belly-warming beverages.
The winner of the 2021 Colorado Prize for Poetry talks process, diaspora, and Venezuelan politics. Plus, listen to her read two poems from her award-winning book.
The project, Decatur Fresh, opens November 2 on the ground floor of Denver Housing Authority’s Gateway South building.
A new crop of local labels and talent agencies are working to make the Mile High City the next global music hub—and nurture the art while they’re at it.
Online platform I Matter seeks to address the mental scars incurred from the pandemic by offering youth a free mental health screening and up to three therapy sessions.
Not-so-hardy forests are threatening our air quality and putting the more than 50 percent of Coloradans who live near them at increased risk of wildfires.
Cider maker Kari Williams is putting Colorado on the map with single-apple varietals that are balanced, crisp, and aromatic.
Earlier this year, stories about people, including Coloradans, blaming their vaccine hesitancy on I Am Legend emerged. We explored the connection.
Do ghosts exist? One writer puts his belief to the test during a paranormal investigation—and finds that tales about spirits force us to grapple with more than just whether they’re real.
Colorado law bans sellers’ agents from disclosing anything but physical property damage. Ghosts? Murders? You’re on your own to figure it out.
From Riverdale Road to the Yellow “Honk” House, we detail our favorite tales of spooky locations in the Centennial State and elsewhere, as well as personal ghost stories.
From poutine to ramen to chocolate, these clever bites (and a few classics) celebrate the cult-favorite pepper.
Over the course of 30 years, James Niehues has illustrated hundreds of maps for more than 200 ski resorts. Watch 5280’s video tour into his eminent paint and sketch studio.
San Luis Valley Distillery, which will produce vodka with local potatoes, quinoa, and carrots, honors the family awarded the state’s first wine and liquor license.
Aspen’s new Felix Roasting Company at the Hotel Jerome is a charming escape from reality, with a posh vintage vibe.
Come Halloween, costumed kids have limited time to take to the streets. These Denver neighborhoods will ensure your little ghosts, ghouls, and goblins conjure a terrifying amount of candy.
The updated campus (re)opens to the public on Sunday, October 24, with a free day.
The Michigan native dishes about growing up in the Great Lakes region, why he’d love to make cassoulet for Anthony Bourdain, and what’s on the menu at Frasca right now.
The iconic concert venue partnered with tech company Mixhalo to bring audio straight from the soundboard to your headphones—an option that’s helpful for people with hearing difficulties.
Nikola Jokić’s visionary game deserves outsized fame. Why doesn’t he get the attention he deserves?
All Coloradans will be able to vote on three initiatives during the upcoming election. Here’s everything you need to know about each one.
Nabbed tickets to the Finals? Here’s where to eat and drink near Ball Arena to make the most of the occasion.
From his laidback attitude to his aversion to social media, Jokić isn’t like any other NBA superstar. But that’s why we love him.
From renowned chef-led cooking classes to marigold-inspired offerings, you won’t want to miss these tasty ways to ring in the lively Mexican holiday.
We spoke with the hosts of the Nuggets Serbia podcast about Jokić’s celebrity in his home country.
Denverites will be able to vote on 13 new initiatives. From the mayor’s $450 million bond package to a new development at the former Park Hill Golf Course, here’s what you need to know in order to cast a ballot.
Owners Dau Xiong and Maria Nguyen serve a blend of their Hmong heritage and Cajun upbringing at this new Lafayette restaurant.
Family, horses, and a burgeoning bromance fill Nikola Jokić’s heart to brimming.
Southwest Colorado was once a national hub for unique apple varieties. Today, a group of hard cider artisans are restoring the local orchard economy.
An around-the-world roundup of what basketball insiders really thought about Nikola Jokić when they first laid eyes on the future NBA MVP.
From massive snowmaking efforts to bucket brigades that move gallons of natural powder, here’s what goes into the state’s favorite winter contest.
The group of women are doing more than simply providing diversity for an industry suffering from staff shortages and weak retention rates.
Buena Vida in northern Colorado provides agricultural scholarships and professional development to immigrant women.
The former mining area and inspiration behind a Colorado-born brown liquor remains a recreation paradise.
This year’s program features more than 35 design-centric discussions, tours, and events, plus a marketplace of artisan-made goods.
Written by the Colorado- and California-based hosts of the Dear White Women podcast, the new book is a practical, grace-filled guide to everyday antiracism.
The Rocky Mountain Vibes just finished their first season independent of Major League Baseball. One writer went to see if that changed how he and the Colorado Springs community views the team.
How do medical facilities actually supervise the flow of patients? And what does their history of handling an influx of sick people say about prospects for managing both the Delta variant and flu this winter?
The southwest corner of Colorado isn’t just an archaeological wonder—it’s also home to some of the state’s best trails. Even for beginners like me.
ESP, a HiFi bar and cafe, offers audiophiles a curated music experience like nothing else in the city.
Christine Bayles Kortsch shares how she and her husband transformed their Congress Park home’s cramped kitchen into a bright, ultra-efficient cookspace.
5280 staff tried Coors’ new whiskey. Yes, you read that right. And, no, the mountain on the bottle does not turn blue.
Brandon Mazzaferro (aka Bun Man Bran) tells us how he’d make a Colorado-style hot dog.
Following the release of their third book, Boom and Bust Colorado, we spoke with Thomas Noel (aka Dr. Colorado) and William Hansen about the Gold Rush, COVID-19, and the effect of cancel culture on history.
Jonathon Stalls never thought he would be one to download TikTok. Now, he’s bringing viral attention to an often overlooked problem: Denver sidewalks.
Find out what makes beers crafted with fresh hops so special—and where you can drink them this October.
We caught up with the Aurora native and New York Liberty forward after her latest accolade.
A mountaineering mission led by Coloradans is raising funds to support individuals with amputation needs.
The program returns October 8–17 with a fresh format (all-you-can-eat tacos, anyone?) that benefits more restaurants and appeals to a wider audience of patrons.
The New York City import opened in the mountain town in December.
For more than 20 years, Kagen Sound has been perfecting the nuances of some of the most perplexing objects in the world.
On the eve of reopening, Denver’s premier theater venue issues guidelines for guests.
The extended-stay boutique hotel merges innovative, modern design with a playful vibe.
Englewood-based Colorado Ice Works—which supplies fancy cubes and spheres to local bars and restaurants—hopes to become the largest craft ice producer in North America.
Whether you’re looking for a good scare or a wholesome family outing, the Mile High City has you covered.
The beloved Berkeley bar plans to keep operating at least through the new year after the building’s new owners extended an opportunity to stay open.
Artist Hunt Slonem’s first solo show in Denver; Design Within Reach’s diverse fall launch; an exhibition for furniture geeks.
We dare you to not smile at these stylish accessories.
Designer Andrea Schumacher shares her tips for living large.
Interior designer Erin Iba shares five of her favorite hues for grounding any room.
Baja-inspired flavors and beachy style go together like surf and sand at this Wash Park eatery.
The easiest and most efficient way to throw a fab gathering at home this season? Enlist the experts.
The owner of Kimberly & Cameron Interiors and president of the Black Interior Designers Network shows off her colorful Uptown condo.
Interior designer Lindsey Jamison—with help from her kids—flips “mountain modern” on its head by renovating her own home with loads of color, eye-catching patterns, and a dose of whimsy.
A multiyear collaboration between a homeowner and designer Jodi Cook produces a Cory-Merrill home that celebrates tailored style and meaningful decor.
One of Boulder’s oldest homes gets a vibrant new look that marries an energetic color palette and prints with “pow.”
An assortment of ginger jars tells a story in the designer’s living room.
How the Boulder-based creative finds beauty and meaning through her mixed-media works.
The team of artists built ‘Mongovoo Temple,’ an encapsulation of Mongolian culture and religion, in Meow Wolf’s new permanent Denver exhibit.
A breakdown of the costs and benefits behind Denver Public Schools’ switch to scratch-made meals.
This month, the city hosts the 15th annual Carp Slam fly fishing tournament, and its success highlights how local anglers have put one of America’s most scorned gamefish on the national map.
ColdQuanta is ready to take the next step in quantum computing.
At Ash’Kara’s new outpost, chef-owner Daniel Asher’s menu both sparks memories and helps diners make new ones.
We created five itineraries to help you savor the final dregs of harvest season in the Centennial State.
Nikki Swarn, general manager of 104.7 The Drop, tunes us in to three can’t-miss Mile High artists—plus, a list of local bangers to add to your playlists ASAP.
The seasonally changing, special-order stunner takes bakers Carolyn Nugent and Alen Ramos 48 hours to make.
This past spring’s reckoning over discrimination and harassment in the craft brewing industry brought newfound attention to females working in the scene—but Colorado women want you to know they’ve been here since the very beginning.
Anti-geotagging champions believe their campaign protects fragile ecosystems; however, critics say they’re playing a game of keep-away with our public lands. Who’s right?
Slowing down to enjoy life’s final act from a house by the side of the road in rural Grand County.
Scare actors face workplace hazards you’ve only seen in your nightmares.
A letter from the editor of 5280.
Southwestern Colorado’s Mancos Valley had long been thought of as an agricultural promised land, seemingly resistant to the ravages of climate change. There had been dry years, of course. But, along with acres and acres of crops, the blissful notion of relative immunity perished in 2021.
We spent months brunching, lunching, and indulging in elaborate multicourse dinner feasts to bring you this guide to the most delectable meals in the Mile High City.
Annie Huston, owner of Birdsall & Co. The Garden Boutique on South Broadway and the Urban Nursery in RiNo, teaches us how to grow herbs indoors.
Amber Hage-Ali, owner of the Terrorium Shop, shares her process for building terrariums (or, as she calls them “terroriums”).
A quick primer on planters, plus some local picks.
These six steps make propagating your plants surprisingly easy.
We asked the pros for answers to our staff’s—and our reader’s—most pressing plant questions.
Some plants crave sunlight and lots of water. Others prefer less sun exposure and a drier lifestyle. Our selection helps you figure out which is which.
Denver boasts an almost overwhelming number of plant shops. These are some of our favorites.
No, you don’t have a black thumb. You just fell victim to these common plant care mistakes.
A letter from the editor of 5280 Home‘s October/November 2021 issue.
Mixed with real fruit, Hap Cameron’s soft-serve swirls offer Coloradans a taste of his homeland at Happy Cones Co.
Summit County officials evacuated nearly 200 residences in Silverthorne earlier this week due to the Ptarmigan Fire’s rapid spread. Fire managers say they’re seeing more burns behave in a similar manner.
Palisade-based Sauvage Spectrum’s new piquette and Carboy Winery’s Cold Vine wine seltzers are the sessionable sippers to bring to all your fall gatherings.
We browsed LP bin after LP bin to bring you our six favorite places for vinyl records in the Mile High City.
We probably aren’t getting an overwhelming amount of snow days this year.
How one Colorado restaurant group is offering diners an old-school take on takeout comfort food.
His journey shows how often African American achievements are forgotten.
Seven months after the Colorado Rockies traded Nolan Arenado to the St. Louis Cardinals, we look at who won the transaction. (Hint: It’s definitely not the Rockies, but it doesn’t look as bad as some people originally thought.)
The new South Broadway gym is able to adjust the oxygen levels so athletes can challenge themselves at sea level—or at 14,000 feet.
The annual event, beginning September 27, offers three weeks of free virtual tours and ticketed in-person tours of Denver’s built environment.
The artist’s iconic murals celebrating Chicano history and culture made the Mile High City a public art mecca.
