Boulder bars & nightlife
Boulder isn't a big-club town, and that's the charm. It does have serious cocktail rooms, plus college dives on the Hill and happy hours strong enough to organize an evening around.
The Best Bars in Boulder, Colorado
The best bars in Boulder, Colorado: craft cocktail dens, a Czech beer hall, two rooftops, and the dives that outlasted every trend. All verified open for 2026.
A Guide to Boulder’s Craft Cocktail Scene
Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder, Colorado is not only known for its picturesque landscapes and outdoor adventures but also for its burgeonin...
Sipping Through Boulder: The Best Distilleries in Town
Amid the backdrop of Boulder’s scenic beauty lies a lesser-known treasure: its thriving distillery scene. While Colorado’s rich history in brewing is well-docum...
5 Best Bars for Happy Hour in Boulder: Unwind and Raise a Glass
Boulder, Colorado is not only renowned for its natural beauty and outdoor activities but also for its vibrant bar scene. When the clock strikes the happy hour,...
Exploring Boulder’s Best Local Wineries: A Journey Through Grapes and Vines
Boulder, Colorado, not only captivates with its stunning scenery and outdoor activities but also surprises wine enthusiasts with its thriving local winery scene...
Boulder Nightlife: The Best Bars, Music, Events and Activities After Dark
Colorado may be famous for its 300 annual days of sunshine. But there are ample fun events and activities to take part in after the sun has gone down throughout...
Best Boulder Happy Hours
Verified happy hours across Boulder, from Japango daily 3 to 6 to all-night Monday oysters at Jax, updated for 2026.
Bask in the Sun: Great Rooftop Bars in Boulder
Rosetta Hall, Avanti, Corrida, the Roof of the Rio, and the West End’s famous deck: Boulder rooftop bars, verified current for 2026.
Our Favorite Nightclubs and Late Night Hangouts
Nightclubs in Boulder take many different forms. There is the town’s classic, rowdy sports bars ideal for gathering with friends to catch a game and celebrate (...
The Best Places to Watch the Super Bowl in Boulder
Yes, the two states that legalized weed have made it to Super Bowl XLVIII. On February 2nd, the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks will finally face off. A...
Top Wine Bars in Boulder
Sure, Colorado is known for its craft breweries. We’ve got quite a few award winning craft microbreweries in Boulder, so most of us are no strangers to a great...
A Margarita Tour of Boulder
Being from Texas, there’s a special place in my heart for the margarita. Thankfully, Boulder restaurants keep my margarita cravings appropriately appeased. As w...
Cheap Brews, Free Pool: Boulder’s Dive Bars, Sundown and Outback Saloons
The dive bars in Boulder are rather few and far between (regardless of the fact that Guy Fieri has come here a couple times)– but the two named Saloons in Bould...
Local bars & nightlife businesses in Boulder
From the Your Boulder directory — independently listed, locally checked.
The Outback Saloon
Rayback Collective
West Flanders Brewing Co.
Upslope Brewing Company
Locust Cider
