A liv harp provides the perfect soundtrack to the Nov. 21 self-care serenade in downtown Boulder. Courtesy: The New Local
Follow up the Nov. 5 screening of Warren Miller's Days Off with a warm bowl of chili, courtesy of the BVSD ski team. Courtesy: Warren Miller Entertainment
UPHILL
Warren Miller's Days Off. 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, Backdoor Theatre, 750 CO-72, Nederland. $26
Strap on your winter gear and head to Nederland’s Backdoor Theatre for this special screening of the Warren Miller 2026 film premiere — “a global journey from heli-drops in Alaska and high-alpine mountaineering in Chamonix to the legendary powder of Hokkaido, Japan” — followed by a chili dinner hosted by the Boulder Valley School District ski team.
Rocky Mountain Craft Spirits (and Brew) Festival. 12-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, Estes Park Events Complex, 1125 Rooftop Way. $29+
Estes Park provides the awe-inspiring backdrop to this intoxicating festival boasting Colorado’s top craft distilleries, breweries and non-alcoholic beverage purveyors. Organizers encourage you to "step back in time and immerse yourself in the speakeasy spirit and Wild West charm" of this annual event at the front door of Rocky Mountain National Park featuring tastings, live music and more.
Burlesque Show. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Ned General, 112 E. 2nd St., Nederland. $TBD
Ned gets naughty at this steamy burlesque show featuring the on-stage stylings of Dreamy A Go-Go. If past Front Range performances are any indication, this retro-pop dance experience produced by Dream Girls Burlesque is sure to deliver its trusted blend of "1960s/70s mod vibes, vivid colors, and high-energy go-go dancing."
Beers for Queers. 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, Avant Garde Aleworks, 920 Dunraven St., Estes Park. Free
Like your beer with a side of solidarity? Come enjoy fellowship with members and allies of the local LGBTQ+ community during this sudsy meetup at Avant Garde Aleworks in Estes Park. Whether you're looking to make friends over a floral petite saison, a full-bodied hazy IPA or a boozy barrel-aged quad, this is the event for you.
Turkey Hangover Celebration. 5-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, Very Nice Brewing Company, 26 CO-119, Unit 7, Nederland. $TBD
Look, we all love Thanksgiving: the food, the family, the festivities. But the comedown afterwards? Not so much. Rustle yourself from your cranberry-slathered slumber for this Turkey Hangover Celebration featuring music by local singer-songwriter Shawn Camden, who might even throw in a Christmas song or two to get you in the holiday spirit.
Turkey Trot. All day Saturday, Nov. 28, Gilpin County Community Center, 250 Norton Dr., Black Hawk. $TBD
On your marks, get set … trot! This annual post-Turkey Day 5K returns to Gilpin County for another round of cardio and community. Whether your motivation is to burn holiday calories, get moving for its own sake or simply enjoy a beautiful day of community in the fresh mountain air, you won’t want to miss it.
DOWNHILL
Listen to Your Mother. 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, Dairy Arts Center - Gordon Gamm Theater, 2590 Walnut St., Boulder. $38
Motherhood takes the mic during this beloved live storystelling event. Listen to Your Mother "takes the audience on a well-crafted journey with humor, poignant moments, and lots of nods of recognition." This special edition at the Dairy Arts Center’s Gordon Gamm Theater features alumni from more than a decade of unforgettable lineups.
The Body Politic: Women Artists After Frida. 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Road. Free
A diverse panel of Colorado women artists explore "what it means to make art while inhabiting bodies that are often politicized, scrutinized, celebrated or misunderstood" during this free talk at the recently re-opened Longmont Museum. The event is presented in conjunction with the museum’s ongoing exhibitions Frida Kahlo: An Intimate Portrait and Women Artists: Four Centuries of Creativity.
pARTiculars 2nd Fridays. 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, pARTiculars Art Gallery, 401 S. Public Road, Unit 1, Lafayette. Free
Explore the wide world of local art during this 2nd Friday event at pARTiculars art gallery and teaching studio. From hands-on workshops and demos to free food and drink, this is your chance to hob knob with Lafayette's creative community at an artist-owned cooperative run by 25 Colorado artists.
Divergent Disco. 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Junkyard Social Club, 2525 Frontier Ave., Boulder. $20
Looking for a dance party that's a little more inclusive than your average fare? Well look no further. This silent disco at Boulder’s Junkyard Social Club is designed specifically for neurodivergent people, promising an evening of killer moves, local vendors and community fun.
Birds in Winter Time. 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, Louisville City Services Building, 739 S 104th St. Free
Juncos, creepers and chickadees — oh my! Keep your eyes to the sky at this outdoor wildlife event hosted by Colorado Avian and Research Institute to learn how our local bird populations survive the cold winter months.
Self Care Serenade. 5-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, The New Local Annex, 713 Pearl St., Boulder. $20-$25 suggested donation
Winter is no time to slouch on your self care. So join your guide Alex Bernat for a cozy collective experience soundtracked by live harp. Grab your comfort items like yoga mats, blankets, pillows and "scrumptious" clothing and head to this healing event at the New Local's Annex space on Pearl Street for “a supported chance to custom-craft a self-care practice that's exactly what your body needs, and exactly what your heart needs too.”
