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Boulder taps into biohacking boom

The tech-heavy wellness center brings AI workouts and cryotherapy to town.

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Boulder is now home to Colorado&#x27;s first Upgrade Labs franchise, a wellness center packed with tech-driven health optimization tools.Why it matters: Boulder&#x27;s fitness culture makes it a natural testing ground for the booming &quot;biohacking&quot; industry centered on longevity, optimization and performance.

Boulder's best summer rooftops and patios

From rooftop cocktails to dog-friendly beer gardens, here's where to sit outside.

With June right around the corner, we&#x27;ve got the rundown of the best rooftops, patios and beer gardens in town.Why it matters: Because eating and drinking outside definitely counts as being outdoorsy.

Boulder County speller eliminated at national bee

One of two Colorado students advanced past Tuesday's opening rounds in Washington.

Boulder Valley&#x27;s representative was eliminated in the third round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee on Tuesday, but one Colorado speller did advance to the quarterfinals.State of play: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Derek Li" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/03/10/boulder-speller-scripps-national-spelling-bee" data-vars-content-id="8a554861-1814-4bcb-9365-92ba2e0c094e" data-vars-headline="Boulder County speller eliminated at national bee" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/03/10/boulder-speller-scripps-national-spelling-bee" target="_self">Derek Li</a> of Superior and Nikhil Ganta of Timnath were among the 167 spellers to advance to the written tests in Washington, D.C.

Bolder Boulder considers expanding race capacity

Organizers are studying safety and logistics after this year's surge in runners.

The Bolder Boulder planners are evaluating the capacity of the race after this year&#x27;s event drew its fourth highest turnout.Why it matters: Organizers are trying to balance rising interest with safety, staffing and the traditions that give the Memorial Day race its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="block party feel" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2025/05/23/bolder-boulder-bingo-race-bananas" data-vars-content-id="76892da0-00f9-4597-8c8a-c36372823081" data-vars-headline="Bolder Boulder considers expanding race capacity" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2025/05/23/bolder-boulder-bingo-race-bananas" target="_self">block party feel</a>.

East Boulder gets a new workday hangout

The new venue offers coffee, cocktails, food and gathering areas.

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A new market hall and social venue is now offering all-day food, drinks and work space in east Boulder&#x27;s Flatiron Park.Why it matters: East &amp; Co. gives the office and biotech campus an anchor for workers, tenants and visitors to eat, meet and linger.

New Nepalese spot Kathi Klub opens on the Hill

A new restaurant blends momo, tacos and student-friendly eats on University Hill

Kathi Klub, a Nepalese-inspired spot mixing traditional dishes with American favorites, has opened on University Hill.Why it matters: The student-heavy Hill area is increasingly leaning on casual, hybrid dining to keep traffic steady beyond the academic calendar.

Scoop: Dark Horse bar to reopen in Louisville

"We're going to use as much as we can to make this place feel like the Dark Horse."

Boulder&#x27;s World Famous <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dark Horse Bar and Grill" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/04/01/dark-horse-auction-april-14-items-sale" data-vars-content-id="c2dbf89b-8378-45fe-be86-f5eb74f3d856" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Dark Horse bar to reopen in Louisville" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/04/01/dark-horse-auction-april-14-items-sale" target="_self">Dark Horse Bar and Grill</a> plans to relocate to Louisville, Axios has learned.Why it matters: Boulder <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="may lose" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/02/13/boulder-dark-horse-closing-march" data-vars-content-id="c2dbf89b-8378-45fe-be86-f5eb74f3d856" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Dark Horse bar to reopen in Louisville" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/02/13/boulder-dark-horse-closing-march" target="_self">may lose</a> one of its most beloved and eclectic dive bars — but fans won&#x27;t have to say goodbye for good.

New sports bar to open at former Harpo's site

The bar aims to revive a long-vacant Arapahoe Avenue location.

A long-vacant Arapahoe Avenue site just off 28th Street will reopen as an upscale sports bar later this year.Why it matters: Boulder&#x27;s sports bar scene has thinned over the past decade, leaving a gap the new concept aims to fill.

Creative pizzas fuel Urban Field growth

The Longmont-based mini-chain blends pizza with other cuisines, like banh mi and gyros.

Urban Field&#x27;s founders are experimenting far beyond classic Detroit-style pizza — from banh mi pies to gyro-topped creations — as they expand across northern Colorado and lean into collaborations in Longmont&#x27;s crowded food scene.Why it matters: Original pizza concepts are reimagining what a neighborhood slice looks (and tastes) like — and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Urban Field" data-vars-click-url="https://www.urbanfieldpizza.com/" data-vars-content-id="41dbf1a8-cfc5-4b54-995c-6cda7be5cd2a" data-vars-headline="Creative pizzas fuel Urban Field growth" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.urbanfieldpizza.com/" target="_blank">Urban Field</a> is betting creativity and a little friendly competition will help them stand out.

Taste of Pearl returns to downtown this weekend

More than 30 local vendors will serve food and drinks along Pearl Street Sunday.

Downtown Boulder&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Taste of Pearl" data-vars-click-url="https://boulderdowntown.com/taste-of-pearl" data-vars-content-id="f1868d32-584e-42f3-8d3d-751f7a6d00ff" data-vars-headline="Taste of Pearl returns to downtown this weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://boulderdowntown.com/taste-of-pearl" target="_blank">Taste of Pearl</a> is back this weekend, bringing together 30+ local restaurants and drink makers for a strolling feast.Why it matters: The annual foodie fest mixes bites, sips and shopping into one of Pearl Street&#x27;s signature draws — and a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="boost for local businesses" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/01/08/boulder-pearl-street-revitalization-downtown-plan" data-vars-content-id="f1868d32-584e-42f3-8d3d-751f7a6d00ff" data-vars-headline="Taste of Pearl returns to downtown this weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/01/08/boulder-pearl-street-revitalization-downtown-plan" target="_self">boost for local businesses</a>.

Socios brings bold twists on Mexican cuisine to Longmont

The new Main Street spot serves birria in tacos, ramen and more.

Food and Drink

If you&#x27;re looking for affordable but inventive Mexican fare, head to Longmont to check out <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the newly opened Socios" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/socios__co/reels/" data-vars-content-id="59c36255-fa30-4449-97c0-d66921dcd946" data-vars-headline="Socios brings bold twists on Mexican cuisine to Longmont" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/socios__co/reels/" target="_blank">the newly opened Socios</a>.What to expect: The eatery — which opened Jan. 31 at 829 Main St., just north of downtown Longmont — specializes in birria, a Mexican slow-braised beef dish.

Bakery brings French flair to downtown Boulder

French pastry chef opens Maisonette in Boulder with croissants, tarts, flan and more.

If you&#x27;re imagining yourself in France, lingering over a warm drink and a buttery pastry, good news: you can skip the plane ticket purchase.State of play: Maisonette is now serving coffee, breakfast bread and all manner of confections right in the heart of Boulder.

Boulder's Frasca honored as one of America's best restaurants

The restaurant ranked No. 27 on Robb Report's list of top 100 U.S. restaurants.

Boulder&#x27;s Frasca Food and Wine has earned yet another national nod — this time landing among the top American restaurants of the 21st century.The latest: Robb Report, a luxury lifestyle publication, unveiled its list of the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="nation&#x27;s 100 best restaurants" data-vars-click-url="https://robbreport.com/food-drink/dining/lists/best-restaurants-america-21st-century-1237256635/kalaya-philadelphia/" data-vars-content-id="85b9f0db-408a-4c0f-92f0-d96229fb102f" data-vars-headline="Boulder&#x27;s Frasca honored as one of America&#x27;s best restaurants" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://robbreport.com/food-drink/dining/lists/best-restaurants-america-21st-century-1237256635/kalaya-philadelphia/" target="_blank">nation&#x27;s 100 best restaurants</a>, selected by 250 chefs, restaurateurs, sommeliers and other dining pros.

Chocolove unwraps festive new holiday bites

The Boulder chocolatier's seasonal sweets hit shelves this week.

Boulder-based Chocolove is releasing a line of festive treats ahead of the holiday season, including a line of tree-shaped bites.Why it matters: It&#x27;s time to move on from Halloween candy and indulge in Christmas sweets.

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East Boulder gets a new workday hangout

What to know about Asian Food Week

Colorado beers earn 27 medals at World Beer Cup

New Nepalese spot Kathi Klub opens on the Hill

Scoop: Dark Horse bar to reopen in Louisville