Bluegrass, BBQ & Beer 5-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 19, Boulder Social, 1600 38th St. Free
Name a more iconic Colorado trio than beer, bluegrass and BBQ. If that sounds like your thing, scoot over to Boulder Social for deals on smokey delights and special tappings with live music from Chicken Coop Willaye & the 2-Bit Pickle.
Mountain Biking with Delilah Cupp 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, July 19, Norrøna, 1130 Pearl St., Boulder. Free
Hit the trails with Norrøna ambassador Delilah Cupp during this free group ride in Boulder. You’ll get a quick crash course and insight into the outdoor retailer’s mountain bike collection before heading to Betasso Preserve for a two-hour ride followed by refreshments.
Broadway Rave 9 p.m. Friday, July 19, Fox Theatre, 1135 13th St., Boulder. $15-$18
Come in costume as your favorite Broadway character to this theatrical dance party celebrating the best in showtunes and musicals. The high-energy evening at the historic Fox Theatre may even include a surprise guest or two.
Crochet for Beginners 4:15-7 p.m. Friday, July 19, Ruzo Coffee, 3980 Broadway, Boulder. $35
Settle into your cozy-core era during this hands-on crochet workshop at Ruzo Coffee. Instructors from Lula Faye Fiber will guide you during this beginner’s class where you’ll learn basic stitches and techniques. Admission includes materials and a take-home crochet guide.
Unheard Voices of Boulder 5-7 p.m. Friday, July 19, Museum of Boulder, 2205 Broadway. $18
Meet some of your unhoused neighbors at this presentation from Lindsay Shermeta, who spent four months interviewing and photographing unhoused people on The Hill and Pearl Street. Presented in partnership with Bridge House, the project and this event seek to “foster empathy and understanding within our own community.”
Pearl Street Arts Fest All day, Fri.-Sun., July 19-21, Pearl Street Mall, 1325 Pearl St., Boulder. Free
The heart of downtown Boulder thrums with creativity during this annual art-forward tradition. The annual Pearl Street Arts Fest includes a village of local art vendors with works ranging from sculpture to watercolors and points in between.
Nepali Jatra 5-7 p.m. Saturday, July 20, Downtown Longmont, 4th Avenue and Kimbark Street. Free
Head to downtown Longmont for the return of Nepali Jatra, a showcase highlighting the rich culture and history of Nepal. The event kicks off with a screening of the Emmy-winning docuseries Festivals, including a Q&A with filmmaker Jaswant Dev Shrestha.
Rawhide Painting 1-3 p.m. Saturday, July 20, BMoCA, 1750 13th St. $50
Artists Chelsea Kaiah and Akalei Brown of Colorado Native Org will instruct attendees in the Plains Tribes technique of painting geometric patterns on rawhide leather. Note: A film crew will be on-site for a documentary project. Waivers will be on hand to sign.
Party in the Peaks 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 21, 80 E. 2nd St., Nederland. Free
Enjoy live music, food trucks, kids activities, booze, a dance floor and fresh mountain air at the Nederland Farmers Market’s annual summer festival. Built to Last and The Alcapones are performing, and dozens of vendors will be on hand selling fresh produce and locally made goods.
Charles Sawtelle Memorial Mountain Jam Noon to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, July 21, Gold Hill Inn, 401 Main St., Boulder. $40
Head to the historic Gold Hill Inn for the return of this annual bluegrass bash named for the late Hot Rize guitarist, Charles Sawtelle. This year’s jam includes performances from Sally Van Meter, The Natalie Padilla Band, Bryan Dubrow and more.
Alan Arkin: Humor and Humanity 5:30-7 p.m. Monday, July 22, Boulder JCC, 6007 Oreg Ave. $12
EGOT winner Alan Arkin’s career has spanned decades and genres. The Little Miss Sunshine actor will be the focus of this class, led by Colorado Sound and BIFF host Ron Bostwick. Register at bit.ly/BWAlanArkin.
Bands on the Bricks 5:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 24, 1300 Block of Pearl Street, Boulder. Free
Downtown Boulder’s favorite outdoor live music tradition continues for another round of tunes and libations. Catch this week’s headliner Mighty Mystic and partake in the outdoor beer-wine-margarita garden for a laid-back summer evening.
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