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Sundance tickets go on sale Thursday

There are a range of packages, but the lineup won't be announced until December, so you'll be buying blind.

News

Thursday&#x27;s your first shot at tickets for the Sundance Film Festival&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="debut year in Boulder" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/07/31/boulder-sundance-2027-festival-dates-venues-programming" data-vars-content-id="9444ad2e-509b-48ee-a5bd-315349e2f00e" data-vars-headline="Sundance tickets go on sale Thursday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/07/31/boulder-sundance-2027-festival-dates-venues-programming" target="_self">debut year in Boulder</a>.Zoom in: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Available packages" data-vars-click-url="https://festival.sundance.org/tickets/in-person" data-vars-content-id="9444ad2e-509b-48ee-a5bd-315349e2f00e" data-vars-headline="Sundance tickets go on sale Thursday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://festival.sundance.org/tickets/in-person" target="_blank">Available packages</a> will range from $350 for 10 matinee tickets to $4,500 for unlimited access to the second half of the festival.

Boulder reservoirs hold after record-tying dry year

Reservoirs are 76% full — enough to avoid mandatory restrictions through winter. But another weak snow season could erase that cushion.

Environment

Boulder reservoirs are full enough to avoid mandatory water restrictions through fall and winter.Why it matters: You won&#x27;t have to ration your showers or stop watering your plants — for now.

Nederland's $120M Eldora deal faces new hurdles

More than a year after Nederland struck a deal to buy Eldora, the purchase remains unsettled. Here's what's holding it up.

More than a year after Nederland <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="struck a deal to buy Eldora" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2025/07/09/nederland-buys-eldora-boulder-county-ski-area" data-vars-content-id="0386a348-4a43-497f-b77a-e4065da1168f" data-vars-headline="Nederland&#x27;s $120M Eldora deal faces new hurdles" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2025/07/09/nederland-buys-eldora-boulder-county-ski-area" target="_self">struck a deal to buy Eldora</a>, the $120 million purchase is still up in the air.Why it matters: Eldora is Boulder County&#x27;s only ski area, and Nederland leaders see owning it as key to its long-term vitality.

Lawmakers demand action on Boulder County cell service woes

Federal research restrictions have disrupted coverage, raising concerns about wildfire safety.

Colorado lawmakers want federal regulators to fix spotty cellphone service in parts of Boulder County after restrictions meant to protect a government research facility disrupted coverage.Why it matters: Unreliable service could leave residents unable to receive emergency alerts or call for help during fast-moving wildfires — not to mention the everyday inconveniences.

The Mitchellins: Boulder's best restaurants, ranked by pants

Six local restaurants took home our prestigious and completely made-up dining awards.

Food and Drink

After nominations, deliberations and rigorous eating on the company dime, the time has come to reveal the inaugural <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mitchellins" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/newsletters/axios-boulder-aa0d96a8-4452-4abf-ad03-746b44692094.html?utm_source=newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=newsletter_axioslocal_boulder&amp;stream=top" data-vars-content-id="906ec8a5-7268-4f4b-83d2-acf74f47d393" data-vars-headline="The Mitchellins: Boulder&#x27;s best restaurants, ranked by pants" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/newsletters/axios-boulder-aa0d96a8-4452-4abf-ad03-746b44692094.html?utm_source=newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=newsletter_axioslocal_boulder&amp;stream=top" target="_self">Mitchellins</a> — honoring the finest in Boulder County dining.Why it matters: Boulder and plenty of other Colorado dining communities felt snubbed by <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="this year&#x27;s Michelin Guide" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/09/14/colorado-2026-michelin-guide" data-vars-content-id="906ec8a5-7268-4f4b-83d2-acf74f47d393" data-vars-headline="The Mitchellins: Boulder&#x27;s best restaurants, ranked by pants" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/09/14/colorado-2026-michelin-guide" target="_self">this year&#x27;s Michelin Guide</a>. So we created an award for the rest of us — the everyday eaters who care about good food, fair prices, full stomachs and immaculate vibes.

Longmont Supply takes Colorado cuisine sky-high

Longmont Supply pairs Colorado wild game with sweeping mountain views.

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Longmont Supply is taking Colorado cuisine to new heights — literally.Why it matters: The rooftop restaurant atop <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hotel Longmont" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/28/hotel-longmont-boutique-sundance" data-vars-content-id="16fc758d-10c2-4290-a496-2c1e6cc093e9" data-vars-headline="Longmont Supply takes Colorado cuisine sky-high" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/28/hotel-longmont-boutique-sundance" target="_self">Hotel Longmont</a> aims to be more than an out-of-towners&#x27; amenity, with a menu and mountain views to draw locals, too.

Axios Social Club brings mystery dinners to Boulder

Meet fellow locals over dinner at a restaurant we hand-picked.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Axios Social Club" data-vars-click-url="https://axiossocialclub.dnnr.io/" data-vars-content-id="1e95a824-1877-46dc-ad33-b8653bca502e" data-vars-headline="Axios Social Club brings mystery dinners to Boulder" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://axiossocialclub.dnnr.io/" target="_blank">Axios Social Club</a> is bringing readers together for dinner in Boulder&#x27;s Pearl Street Mall on Tuesday, Oct. 6.Why it matters: Your city is full of interesting people you haven&#x27;t met yet. We&#x27;re making it easier to change that.

Boulder bites: Apples, baseball and chocolate 

New restaurants, apple festivities and plenty of Burgundy are on tap.

The Boulder area&#x27;s food scene is cooking up <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="plenty to chew on" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/10/boulder-new-restaurants-food-news-september-2026" data-vars-content-id="529bd295-708b-4ea0-8336-649678853c81" data-vars-headline="Boulder bites: Apples, baseball and chocolate " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/10/boulder-new-restaurants-food-news-september-2026" target="_self">plenty to chew on</a> this fall.The big picture: A new sandwich shop is coming, a food truck has gone brick-and-mortar in Louisville and fall food events are filling the calendar.

Remi's opens in Lafayette serving Cajun fare

Remi's brings gumbo, po'boys, cocktails and live music downtown.

Lafayette, Colorado, is getting a taste of Lafayette, Louisiana, with the arrival of Remi&#x27;s Cajun Creole Cafe.State of play: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Remi&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://eatatremis.com/" data-vars-content-id="2db60829-5225-41f3-8e01-869b932dc679" data-vars-headline="Remi&#x27;s opens in Lafayette serving Cajun fare" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://eatatremis.com/" target="_blank">Remi&#x27;s</a> opened this summer at 211 N. Public Road, bringing Southern comfort food, cocktails and live music to downtown.

Ichigo Matcha opens on University Hill

The Japanese-inspired shop serves matcha, taiyaki, boba and sandos.

University Hill is going greener with the arrival of Ichigo Matcha, a Japanese-inspired tea and dessert shop.What to expect: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Ichigo" data-vars-click-url="https://ichigo-matcha.com/" data-vars-content-id="6d3eac5f-bd69-4638-84a2-6860400a5512" data-vars-headline="Ichigo Matcha opens on University Hill" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://ichigo-matcha.com/" target="_blank">Ichigo</a>, which opened in August at 1313 College Ave. — formerly home to Pizza 3.14 and Cheba Hut — specializes in Japanese matcha drinks and desserts.

Bova's Market replaces Smelly Deli on the Hill

The market will take over the longtime Smelly Deli space after its abrupt closure.

The latest round of musical chairs on University Hill will bring Bova&#x27;s Market back, replacing longtime fixture Smelly Deli.Why it matters: The switch highlights the volatility of the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hill&#x27;s business scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/11/boulder-university-hill-hotels-restaurants-game-day" data-vars-content-id="1a0e6922-02a7-44e5-8d80-991048c2f267" data-vars-headline="Bova&#x27;s Market replaces Smelly Deli on the Hill" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/11/boulder-university-hill-hotels-restaurants-game-day" target="_self">Hill&#x27;s business scene</a>, even for its most iconic establishments.

New York's Krave It Pizza brings wild pies to Longmont

Expect tikka masala, General Tso-style chicken, and cheeseburger-inspired pies.

A little bit of Queens has landed in Longmont, with New York-born Krave It Pizza &amp; Sandwich Joint now slinging its unusual pies.The big picture: Krave It joins <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a growing Longmont pizza scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/09/colorado-pizza-festival-crowds-7000" data-vars-content-id="a72bfae8-9d79-437b-85fd-2cd831f72352" data-vars-headline="New York&#x27;s Krave It Pizza brings wild pies to Longmont" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/09/colorado-pizza-festival-crowds-7000" target="_self">a growing Longmont pizza scene</a> that&#x27;s coming off a<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" well-attended, to the point of overwhelm, pizza festival" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/09/colorado-pizza-festival-crowds-7000" data-vars-content-id="a72bfae8-9d79-437b-85fd-2cd831f72352" data-vars-headline="New York&#x27;s Krave It Pizza brings wild pies to Longmont" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/09/colorado-pizza-festival-crowds-7000" target="_self"> well-attended, to the point of overwhelm, pizza festival</a>.

University Hill enters a new era

New hotels are reshaping the Hill, but its game-day institutions endure.

University Hill is growing up — but whether that&#x27;s a good thing in the long run remains to be seen.Why it matters: New <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="hotel development" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2025/05/19/limelight-boulder-hotel-reservations" data-vars-content-id="d2d90272-8464-4bd6-83db-d5ae13be2156" data-vars-headline="University Hill enters a new era" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2025/05/19/limelight-boulder-hotel-reservations" target="_self">hotel development</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a fresh mix of businesses" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/05/08/boulder-crepe-therapy-cafe-second-location-limelight-hill" data-vars-content-id="d2d90272-8464-4bd6-83db-d5ae13be2156" data-vars-headline="University Hill enters a new era" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/05/08/boulder-crepe-therapy-cafe-second-location-limelight-hill" target="_self">a fresh mix of businesses</a> are reshaping one of Boulder&#x27;s most distinctive neighborhoods and raising questions about whether the Hill can evolve without losing its student-centered character.

The Ginger Pig has a recipe for the Hill

The tiny takeout spot pairs student-friendly prices with award-winning culinary chops.

The Ginger Pig may give a glimpse at how University Hill <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="can grow up" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/11/boulder-university-hill-hotels-restaurants-game-day" data-vars-content-id="97de0c2d-a7d4-46a7-92b2-b689dd01d38e" data-vars-headline="The Ginger Pig has a recipe for the Hill" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/09/11/boulder-university-hill-hotels-restaurants-game-day" target="_self">can grow up</a> without pricing out its college-town roots.Why it matters: The takeout-only street food spot pairs the affordability and convenience that long defined Hill dining with the culinary prestige Boulder covets.

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