11 Events Still Happening (So Far) in Mountain Towns This Season
Make the most of your winter with these pandemic-friendly holiday displays, concerts, and art walks taking place in Colorado mountain towns.
Inside Prodigy Coffeehouse’s Revolutionary Social Enterprise Model
As a registered nonprofit, the Elyria-Swansea spot aims to help marginalized young adults build life skills through business experience.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Deliver Justice
COVID-19 concerns put jury trials on hold across Colorado, creating a backlog that prosecutors and defense attorneys worry could stretch well into 2021.
Now Is the Time for Colorado Wine
Buying locally made bottles for your loved ones also helps support small businesses in our community.
Local Theater Company Will Introduce 10 New American Plays in 2021
The 2020 Local Lab was canceled due to COVID-19, but the Boulder theater company is planning for a larger, more inclusive slate of new playwrights to feature in the new year.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Shop
The future is tie-dyed and full of comfy pants.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Experience the Theater
As the pandemic shut down traditional venues, Colorado’s alternative theater groups provided audiences with in-person experiences in unusual settings.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Cover the News
To discover how the pandemic and protests against racial inequity affected journalism, our writer interviewed the editor of Denverite—aka his wife.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Use Our Streets
When the need for more socially distanced outdoor spaces became pressing, the city of Denver delivered with a slew of new, car-free streets. Although they were a temporary promise, these open spaces just might serve as a wake-up call for how the Mile High City could reimagine safer and more equitable streets.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Manage Relationships
The pandemic surfaced all manner of interpersonal problems for Coloradans—some they didn’t even know they had.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Get Around
Yearning for the no-designated-driver-necessary days of old.
Your 2020 Guide to Festive Holiday Fare Across the Front Range
Where to order full meals, desserts, cocktails, and more from local, independent restaurants.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Vote
From COVID-19 to increased scrutiny, there was no shortage of things that made it difficult to operate an election in 2020. But with the help of a few pandemic-friendly tweaks, Colorado’s existing system proved it was up to the task.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Hold Law Enforcement Accountable
This year, Colorado passed one of the most thorough police accountability bills in the country. How it impacts the state remains to be seen.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Hire and Look for Jobs
As social distancing became a necessity, so did virtual networking and job interviewing, altering the business landscape now—and likely for years to come.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Ski
Our time on the slopes will be different this winter—and in some ways, that’s a good thing.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Use the English Language
The written and spoken word may have changed more this year than they have in any other period in recent history.
This On-Demand Personal Assistant Service Takes Care of the Small Items on Your To-Do List
TULA, a members-only service that launched in Denver this month, aims to provide relief for families that feel stretched too thin.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Sleep
The surprising—and not so surprising—reasons we aren’t sleeping so well this year.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We View Visual Art
Museums and galleries have had to figure out inventive ways to reach art fans during the pandemic, from e-commerce to mobile art and more.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Define Fashion
Leggings, hoodies, and T-shirts became the most coveted couture this year.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Protest
Coloradans took to the streets this year to fight against police brutality and structural racism. But 2020 didn’t make it easy, as advocacy organizations were forced to adjust how they planned protests.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Should Manage Forest Fires
Colorado’s wildfire season this year was apocalyptic—and experts caution that this is just the beginning.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Vacation
Many Coloradans opted to explore their own state this summer and fall, driving some tourism-centered businesses and organizations to shift their focuses.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Get Married
Five trends introduced or accelerated by the events of 2020 that might become as lasting as saying “I do.”
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Think About Childcare
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, approximately 10 percent of childcare centers have closed throughout the state, further exacerbating an already fraught (and financially untenable) situation for families.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Care for Others
While my mother was sick with COVID-19, my husband and I ventured into the kitchen to nourish her to back to health.
Why Drink Wine When You Can Paint With It?
Join one of Denver-based artist Elysia Myers’ virtual wine painting classes—or gift a print to a vino-loving friend.
I Brought COVID-19 to My Family’s Doorstep
I missed my family and thought I could travel safely to see them during the pandemic. I was wrong.
Meow Wolf Is on Track to Open Its Denver Location in Late 2021
The pandemic and a company reorganization postponed the immersive art museum’s original 2020 opening—but the project is still moving forward with new coronavirus-induced innovations.
We’re Dreaming of a White Christmas. Just Bring Us the Snow!
Incoming storms will boost Colorado’s snowpack and bring wintery conditions—just in time for the holidays.
How 2020 Has Affected the Way We Get High
The pandemic has been a boon for Colorado cannabis businesses, as the necessity of social distancing brought quick adjustments to the industry, like curbside pickup and online ordering. Will these changes stick around?
Namkeen Is Spuntino’s New Ghost Kitchen
Owners of the beloved Italian spot in Highland reincarnate their South Indian restaurant with a full to-go menu—and a family-style feast for al fresco dining, too.
3 Things You Need to Know About Cabu Latte
The three-month-old company, which sells plant-based cold brew lattes from a trike-powered cart at Commons Park, launched a delivery service last month.
How C Lazy U Ranch Plans to Rise From The Ashes This Spring
The 101-year-old ranch was devastated by the East Troublesome Fire in October, but the owners are already working to rebuild, in hopes of reopening by March.
How I Reorganized My Pantry During the Pandemic
Inspired by binge-watching Get Organized with the Home Edit on Netflix and a strong desire to have control over something this year, one writer set about turning her pantry into a Type A dream space.
Denver Police Mishandled Response to This Summer’s Protests, New Report Says
Plus: A rundown of pending high-profile lawsuits against the Denver Police Department related to misconduct at the protests.
COVID-19 Isn’t the Only Reason El Chapultepec Is Closed Permanently
Local bar owners mourn the closure of the beloved 87-year-old jazz club, whose owners cite the changing neighborhood and bar scene as challenges for the business.
For Unique and Handmade Gifts from Local Artisans, Head to the Art Place
The Art Place in RiNo is reimagining the retail experience by offering local artists and makers a space to temporarily (and affordably) showcase their crafts.
9 Delicious Ways to Celebrate Colorado Gives Day
Find out how local culinary businesses are working to spread holiday cheer this season—along with ways you can contribute—just in time for Colorado Gives Day, December 8.
9 Nonprofits to Support on Colorado Gives Day
Close to 3,000 organizations are participating in the annual statewide day of giving—and there’s never been a better time to contribute.
Time Magazine’s First-Ever Kid of the Year Is a Wunderkind from Colorado
Gitanjali Rao developed Kindly, a program to combat cyberbullying—but that’s not the only innovation the 15-year-old from Lone Tree has dreamed up.
A New Line of Italian Handbags Was Born Right Here in Colorado
Laura Vogel’s first collection of handmade leather shoulder bags are designer quality, with a budget-friendly price tag.
Housing Inventory Hits a Record Low (Again) as Demand Intensifies
“It’s basically déjà vu at the beginning of every single month.”
“Bread & Jam” Offers Hot Meals and Live Jams to Denver Musicians
Hosted at the Dazzle music venue, the weekly event will feature livestreams of local bands while providing free meals and other support services to artists who have been impacted by COVID-19.
5 Biggest Takeaways From Colorado’s Special Legislative Session
The Democrat-led General Assembly met this week in a rare special session to provide much-needed aid to struggling Coloradans.
Stranahan’s Is Opening Its Snowflake Whiskey Vault for the First Time
Twenty-five bottles of the once-a-year releases will be auctioned off this month to benefit Colorado firefighters.
How Colorado Season Pass Holders Can Get the Most Out of This Strange Ski Season
Two words: Planning and patience.
3 Colorado Cookbooks That Make Great Gifts—And Benefit Local Businesses
You’ll deliver a double dose of good when you purchase these home-grown recipe collections.
How 4 Local Food Trucks Are Weathering the Pandemic
With most offices closed and events canceled, small-business food truck owners are parking in residential areas and suburban neighborhoods instead.
Colorado’s Independent Ski Resorts Are Preparing for a Big Season
With major resorts dealing with visitor limits, smaller locales like Sunlight Mountain Resort have seen significant upticks in interest.
COVID-19 Is Leaving Day Laborers out in the Cold
Dwindling job opportunities have day laborers on the precipice of a bitter winter.
Goodbye, 2020
A letter from the editor of 5280’s December 2020 issue.
Take a Tour of Jody Guralnick’s Workshop
The Aspen artist’s nature-inspired collection is on view at the Denver Botanic Gardens’ Freyer–Newman Center through March 14.
Larimer Square Is Trying to Lure Shoppers Away From Amazon With Unique Experiences
Booze, trap music, and a menu written in a language patrons must decode are all things you’ll find at the retail district’s new pop-ups.
All the Good Things That Happened in 2020
Against all odds, Colorado has seen a few positive changes in 2020.
Keeping I-70 Clear: A Photo Essay
Meet the men and women who work day and night in tough winter conditions to make safe our most critical east-west thoroughfare.
Ask an Adventurer: How to Make the Most of Your Winter
We asked outdoor experts to tell us about splitboarding, the wildfires’ impact on winter sports, and how to care for your down jacket.
Chef Amos Watts Composes Edible Hymns at the Fifth String
Don’t miss the small plates and family-style dinners inspired by his Midwest upbringing and fine-dining pedigree.
Welcome to Fishers Peak, Colorado’s Newest State Park
Beyond being a much-needed new playground for Centennial Staters, Fishers Peak’s goal of balancing conservation and recreation could set a new standard for parks everywhere.
The Best of the Mountain West
Celebrating 26 captivating people, beautiful places, and irresistible things endemic to our special slice of America in 2020.
What Happens When a Restaurant Critic Finds His Mother’s Recipe Box?
Scott Mowbray reminisces about Christmases past and his mother’s treasured cooking rituals.
Why Did Palantir Technologies Move Its Headquarters From Silicon Valley to Denver?
The secretive and controversial data-mining firm moved its headquarters to LoDo earlier this year. And while some city and state government officials lobbied for the relocation, others are furious. Here’s why that should matter to all of us.
Finding a New Rhythm
A letter from the editor of 5280 Home‘s December 2020/January 2021 issue.
The Interior Design Industry Has a Diversity Problem. Meet the Denverite Who’s Working To Solve It.
Under Keia McSwain’s leadership, the Black Interior Designers Network amplifies its pursuit of more inclusivity in the interior design world.
We Found, We Love: Gifts for the Decor Lover
Eight great gifts for the style enthusiasts in your life (or for decking your own halls this season).
Meet the Designer: Jane Bradford
Fueled by a passion for beautiful things and her signature good humor, Jane Bradford makes her way into the Denver design limelight.
Local Jones Is a Restaurant Built for Design-Lovers
Inviting details and thoughtful design make this Cherry Creek hotel eatery the place you never knew you always wanted to go.
How COVID-19 Is Influencing Home Design
The architects of Boulder-based Bldg Collective discuss shifting toward a more values-based approach, how to “future-proof” your home, and what’s next for Colorado’s design community.
Creating an At-Home Workspace That’s in It for the Long Haul
Interior designer Kirsten Brundage offers four ways to alleviate your work-from-home woes.
These Residential Spaces Will Inspire You To Go Bold in 2021
Looking to take amp up your home’s style? Allow these five stellar designs—the winners of the ’20–’21 Top Denver Design contest—to be your guiding lights.
A New Tiny Home Development Provides a Healing Path for Houseless Denverites
Women’s Village in the Cole neighborhood offers transitional housing and a sense of community to single women experiencing homelessness.
3 Simple Steps for Detoxifying Your Home
Start the new year on a healthy note with help from the Conscious Merchant, a clean-living boutique at the Dairy Block.
5 Ways To Upgrade Your Home’s Outdoor Oasis
At-home al fresco spaces have been sanity-savers in the time of COVID-19. Here’s how to make the most of yours.
8 Essentials for an Inviting (and Germ-Free!) Entryway
These must-have pieces make for the perfect place to leave the stresses of the outside world behind.
Behind the Spontaneous, Meditative Art of Sumi-E
Denver artist Marilyn Wells channels energy and emotion into the ancient art of ink-wash painting.
The Best Home Shops and Design Services in Denver Right Now
You voted. We tallied. Our editors picked their favorites. Introducing our first-ever list of the city’s 46 most beloved design resources, from architecture firms to rug boutiques, antiques shops to landscape designers. You can thank us later.
These Companies Will Deliver Rental Equipment Directly to Your Door This Ski Season
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, valet services offer a chance to snag gear without a trip to a ski shop.
Where to Cut Down Your Christmas Tree in Colorado 2020
Because of the devastating fire season, there are some additional restrictions on where you can search for your perfect tree this year. But that makes it even more important to participate in this unique (and fun!) family tradition.
Hot Property: A Contemporary Boulder Retreat with Room to Roam
For a cool $6.9 million, this five-acre horse property just south of Boulder boasts Flatirons views and direct access to riding trails within easy reach of the city.
The Miracle Christmas Bar Offers Social Distancing-Friendly Experiences
Sip festive cocktails in private greenhouses bedecked in festive décor at the Miracle on Main Street pop-up in Louisville.
The Ultimate Guide to Colorado’s Holiday Events & Celebrations
It’s been a long year. Now, it’s time to bundle up and enjoy the magic of the season—social-distant style.
There’s a New Denim Company in Town—And the Next Drop Is Sure to Sell Out
Local musician Danae Simone is bringing quality and low-cost denim to Denverites with DSX Denim. The second collection, which includes styles for both women and men, launches on November 27.
All the Ways Ballmer Peak Distillery Is Conserving Precious Resources
The year-old spirits maker saves 400,000 gallons of water each year, donates spent grain to a local nonprofit, and a lot more.
Dine-in Restrictions, Financial Challenges Shutter Julep
The Larimer Street dining room may be closed, but Kyle and Katy Foster’s Southern restaurant will live on through pop-ups and classes.
Will Outdoor Tents Become the New College Classrooms?
Universities and colleges across the state placed outdoor tents on campus this fall as an alternative to indoor classrooms—and staff and students liked it.
Meet Tofu, the Denver Turkey Lifting Spirits During the Pandemic
The 56-pound people-loving bird has been an unexpected source of joy during these turbulent times.
Shop for Colorado-Made Products at This Indoor Farmers’ Market in Castle Rock
Melissa Clement’s newly expanded Mercantile by Farmgirl Foods offers wares from more than 70 local vendors, most of which are female-owned businesses.
This Contact-Tracing App Is Key to DU’s Management of COVID-19
The app, created by Everbridge, has a 75 percent adoption rate in the community and was one component of the university’s strategy to prevent outbreaks on campus.
How to Travel the World Without Leaving Colorado
Vail’s Sonnenalp Hotel and other globally inspired destinations put the world within reach.
Big Red F Restaurant Group Closes Zolo Grill, Plans for the Future
Owner Dave Query shares insight into closing his first-born restaurant and what comes next, which includes revamped takeout and delivery programs.
Charcuterie Delivery Companies Will Bring the Goods For Your Holiday
The pros at Golden Graze Boxes, Meat and Cheese Board, and So Damn Gouda Cheese & Provisions have all of your snacking needs covered.
10 Outdoor & Virtual Holiday Markets to Shop This Season
‘Tis the season of shopping, sipping, and celebrating. Do it all safely at these local outdoor and online markets.
Gift Guide 2020: 8 Gorgeous Local Goods for the Stylish Home
Make this holiday season memorable for all the best reasons with these beautiful, locally sourced gifts for the home.
Gift Guide 2020: 6 Ways to Give Back This Season
As the holiday season approaches, remember materialistic items aren’t the only gift you can give. Here are opportunities to help spread cheer—and help others—this holiday season.
Gift Guide 2020: 6 Products to Help Promote Self-Care at Home
What can we say—it’s been a stressful year. Give the gift of relaxation to your loved ones (or yourself) this holiday season.
Gift Guide 2020: 6 DIY Crafts for the Artist at Home
The upside to staying home this holiday season is having more time to learn a new skill. From cross-stitching to needle punching and woodblock printing, here are six locally made kits for the crafter in all of us.
Gift Guide 2020: 10 Fashion & Beauty Stocking Stuffers for Her
From cozy slippers to to-go face masks and made-to-order fashions, these small goodies are guaranteed to put a smile on her face this holiday season.
Gift Guide 2020: 7 Fashion & Beauty Stocking Stuffers for Him
From cozy socks to soothing shaving soap, these small goodies are sure to put a smile on his face.
“We Are Still Here. We Are Still Fighting. And We Need Your Help.”
Community support for health care workers surged in the spring. Now, it’s all but evaporated. Frontline heroes discuss the seismic shift and why they need our help today more than ever.
Gift Guide 2020: 19 Locally Made Gifts for Food (And Drink) Lovers
From cocktail stirrers and a make-your-own bitters set to Ethiopian coffee and futuristic candy, here are some delicious treats to celebrate the season.
How the Closure of Indoor Dining Will Affect Denver Restaurants
Restaurants may remain open for takeout, delivery, and outdoor dining, but in-person last call is now at 8 p.m.
10 New Trends in Multifamily Housing Design
OZ Architecture’s Nate Jenkins helps us imagine the new design details that will allow apartment, condo, and loft dwellers to live (and work) safely and comfortably in high-density spaces in the years to come.
Purple Is the New Red & Other Things to Know About Colorado’s Latest COVID-19 Restrictions
Fifteen Colorado counties are moving to a revised Level Red by Friday, triggering new restrictions like a ban on indoor dining and personal gatherings, an 8 p.m. last call, and additional capacity limits on gyms. This is the last stop on the way to another stay-at-home order.
Cripple Creek Backcountry Opens Denver Location Just in Time for Ski Season
Opening a Denver location has been a dream for the owners of Cripple Creek Backcountry for five years. That dream became a reality ahead of what’s anticipated to be a busy backcountry ski season.
Colorado Restaurant Association Honors Industry Pros
Sheila Lucero of Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar and Dave Woodruff of El Moro Spirits and Tavern are among this year’s Industry Spotlight Award recipients.
Colorado Lawyers Offer Free Services to Small Businesses Hurt by the Pandemic
Since March, small businesses statewide have struggled to stay afloat in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. A coalition of local lawyers has stepped up to help.
Wonderbound Plays Naughty and Nice With Debut of Winterland: A Discotheque Cabaret
The in-person production promises a rich—and risqué—escape from this year’s reality.
Carne y Arena at Stanley Marketplace Is an Emotional Virtual Reality Experience
Alejandro G. Iñárritu blurs the line between subject and spectator in an immersive virtual reality experience that shows what it’s like to cross the border.
