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Find Me at the Festival
Summer is in full swing, and what screams a Colorado summer more than markets and festivals? And the trickiest part of summer is having to choose each weekend which market and which festival to attend.
These festivals and markets can take you all over the state, country, or even the world, but we are some of the lucky ones to have some of the best right in our backyard. And while these markets and festivals do happen year-round, there really is nothing like the height of summer.
Whether you are waking up on a Saturday morning, slathering the sunscreen, popping on a sunset, grabbing your favorite tote and strolling through a bustling market, packing the picnic blanket, playing in your closet for a little-bit-funky festival outfit, bringing some cash for a corn dog or some merch, ending the night under the stars and watching your new favorite band—either way, this sounds like a perfect June day in my book.
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June 2026
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Element79 Welcomes Mercurius Jewelry
Element79 is pleased to introduce Mercurius Jewelry, a collection rooted in transformation and intention. Founded by husband-and-wife team Alisa and David Thorp, each piece is crafted from ethically sourced materials using both traditional and modern techniques. Inspired by alchemy, these designs act as modern talismans, grounded, expressive, and deeply personal. Jewelry is not just to wear, but to connect with and evolve alongside over time.
Designs By Sundown was founded in 1985 to make great homes even better with beautiful, sustainable, enjoyable landscapes. We have stayed true to our roots, with a responsive, knowledgeable staff and the highest quality materials and craftsmanship
Bonanno Concepts Opening Rōmyō, Celebrating 25 Years
Bonanno Concepts, the iconic Denver restaurant group owned and operated by husband-and-wife duo Frank and Jacqueline Bonanno, will open its latest restaurant concept on Larimer Square this July. Rōmyō is an evolution of the group’s legacy restaurants, fusing Japanese and Italian fare. The legendary Denver restaurant group is celebrating the milestone 25th anniversary of its flagship restaurant, Mizuna, in 2026.
AN EXCERPT FROM EPISODE 6 OF SHARE THE LIFESTYLE, A CITY LIFESTYLE PODCAST
Photographer: Brittany Dawn Short
Creative Director: Jen Birn
Stylist: Stephanie Coultress O’Neill
Location: Hotel Saint Cecilia, Austin, TX
MIKE JOHNSON HAS BUILT HIS LIFE AROUND ONE QUIETLY RADICAL IDEA: THE STANDARD YOU SET PRIVATELY IS THE ONLY ONE THAT MATTERS.
After eight years in the Air Force, a celebrated run on national television, and a health crisis abroad that sent him deep into supply chains and ingredient certifications most founders never touch, the result is Oshun — a luxury ritual brand built on provenance you can trace and integrity you can verify. In an exclusive conversation for the Share the Lifestyle podcast, Mike shares what it actually takes to build something worth putting your name on. Read the highlights below, then scan the QR code for the full episode.
Q: YOU BECAME A FAN FAVORITE ON THE BACHELORETTE AND THEN LEFT THE SPOTLIGHT. YOU MOVED TO MEXICO, LEARNED SPANISH, THEN COSTA RICA, AND BUILT A COMPANY. WHAT DID THAT EXPERIENCE TEACH YOU ABOUT HUMAN BEHAVIOR?
A: “If you’re a good person going in, that shows. If you’re not, that shows too. I also learned that people form this parasocial relationship with you — they assume things about you. When in all actuality, different circumstances bring out different parts of who you are. I was on TV trying to find love. The kindness people were showing after felt a bit fake, because they wanted to be a part of something that isn’t who I am individually, but a part of what they saw on TV. And so I had to get away from everybody and everything and the noise.”
THE QUIET STANDARD:
MIKE JOHNSON
“Too many people have prayed for me. So I’ve got to get up and do the walking.”
— Mike Johnson
Q: YOU JOINED THE AIR FORCE RIGHT OUT OF COMMUNITY COLLEGE. WHAT WERE YOU ACTUALLY RUNNING TOWARD?
A: “There was something in me that was saying: I’m not living up to my full potential. I was being a follower. My uncle said, ‘What’s going to make you become an adult the fastest?’ I said, obviously, the military. The Air Force broadened my thought process more than anything. We’re so caught up in our own perception — when you learn to understand different people’s perspectives, it adds to you in so many ways.”
Q: WITH OSHUN, YOU OWN YOUR MANUFACTURING, YOU EMPLOY A CHEMIST, EVERY PRODUCT HAS A BATCH NUMBER TRACEABLE TO ITS ORIGIN DATE. WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO GO THAT DEEP WITH THE BRAND?
A: “The EU bans 1,100 ingredients in personal care products. The U.S. bans nine. That’s my starting point. Oftentimes, it might be the same ingredient, but it comes from a place where it doesn’t have the highest purity. And 60% of what we put on our skin is absorbed. Every product Oshun makes carries a batch number that goes back to the exact day it was created — I can show you every single supplier, the date, the origin. I own more than one part of the supply chain because that’s the only way I can stand behind what’s in the bottle.”
This conversation is just the beginning. Mike goes deeper into why he’s buying land up north, the family in the Philippines who prayed over his factory floor, and what he’d tell every person ready to stop performing and start building. Scan the QR code for the full, exclusive City Lifestyle interview on the Share the Lifestyle podcast.
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Lasting Luxury
ARTICLE BY LINDEN BUTRYM Inside the Transformation of a Charming Cherry Hills Manor
Nestled within the upscale Cherry Hills enclave, a 15,000-square-foot estate sits on two-and-a-half lush acres. The property, built in 1999, was spacious yet dated, so its owners—a couple with young children—recently turned to Haley Custom Homes for a top-to-bottom refresh. “The family wanted a home that was settled, sophisticated, and engineered how kids actually live in a house,” says Dan Fuller, Haley Custom Homes founder. “Subtle materials that hide wear, and open sight lines so you can see where everyone is.”
Though the six-bedroom, eight-bathroom home was carefully renovated with the family’s needs in mind, luxurious touches are everywhere.
Studio Thomas, a Greenwood Village interior design firm, redesigned the home and curated all custom furniture and lighting; natural stone, marble, and quartzite countertops are found throughout; flooring is white oak and natural limestone; many windows are fitted with automated custom window treatments; and neutral paint colors from Benjamin Moore infuse the space with a relaxed tranquility.
Outside, Haley Custom Homes updated the area surrounding the pool, barbecue space, and large play area, and added a fireplace to the office exterior. Here, Fuller shares more about the project and the design details that make it special.
WHICH PART OF THE HOME UNDERWENT THE MOST DRAMATIC EVOLUTION?
The entire great room, kitchen, and bar area underwent extensive surgery. We removed a dated and harsh fireplace in the middle of the room that separated the kitchen from the living room. We added the sliding doors and wall of windows at the great room to invite indoor/ outdoor living and further entertainment and hosting in the backyard. We gutted the kitchen completely, reworked the layout of the space, and added the bar with an adjacent, fully conditioned wine room. We also enclosed a covered porch off the bar area to create a formal dining room for special occasions.
WERE THERE ANY MOMENTS WHERE THE PROJECT TOOK AN UNEXPECTED TURN CREATIVELY?
There were many. This was a project where, as the designs came to life, the clients discovered an enhanced version of the area that was designed and added new details to enrich and elevate the space. One of the most dramatic was the marble tile layout in the master bathroom. It was originally a simple stacked design, but upon seeing the pieces, they requested the diamond pattern layout with custom-cut, picket-shaped border between the larger marble pieces, almost creating a diamond or weave pattern.
LUXURY OFTEN LIVE S IN THE DETAILS. WHAT ARE SOME OF THE QUIETER DESIGN DECISIONS THAT DEFINE THE RENOVATION?
The Italian plasterwork in the entryway and office was one small design choice that elevated the warmth and sophistication of those spaces. The great room was designed with hidden doors in the wall paneling to reveal a “his” office space for more serious moments.
IS THERE A SINGLE MATERIAL OR FEATURE THAT BECAME EMBLEMATIC OF THE PROJECT?
The custom kitchen island countertop was cut with a scribe seam along the veining because the island was 13 feet long—one slab couldn’t cover the entire area. We used two slabs but cut along the veins to create a true scribe seam. Now it looks like one slab piece.
WHAT SETS THIS PROJECT APART IN YOUR BODY OF WORK?
The island design and the flexibility of adapting to incoming change requests, all while maintaining our original schedule of 13 months and level of luxury finish details for a full renovation.
To learn more, visit HaleyCustomHomes.com.
“This was a project where, as the designs came to life, the clients discovered an enhanced version of the area that was designed and added new details to enrich and elevate the space.”
Small Plates, Long Nights at FiNO
CHECK IN FOR MEDITERRANEAN TAPAS INSIDE ALL INN HOTEL, STAY FOR MID-CENTURY VIBES
ARTICLE BY ALLYSON REEDY
PHOTOGRAPHY BY CASEY WILSON
There’s a certain hour—somewhere between late afternoon and the first real hunger of evening—when the rules of dinner loosen. One drink becomes two, one plate becomes three, and suddenly you’re not just eating dinner, you’re full-on experiencing it. At FiNO on East Colfax, that in-between hour isn’t a prelude. It’s the whole point.
If you need a quick and easy label, FiNO is a Mediterranean restaurant, but this mid-century modern enclave is more about chasing a mood. It channels the ritual of a tapas crawl in Spain, the golden L’Aperitivo in Italy, the unhurried ouzeri culture in Greece, and the small-plate generosity of a Turkish meze. Those all-important hours when afternoon slips into evening and your only real decision is what to order next.
Your meal here doesn’t exist so much as meander. You’re journeying through Italia, after all, via Campari shaved ice with FiNOcello, a menu of spritzes (both boozy and N/A) and house-made pasta brightened with preserved lemon. Or maybe you’re
partying in Spain with plates of briny olives and crab- or tomato-topped toasts and a glass of Basque Ameztoi. And definitely don’t leave before dropping into the Eastern Med for the amazing, caper-heavy charred cabbage, whose sauce you’ll be scraping out of the bowl with forks, spoons, and/or fingers.
That sense of drift, of moving from place to place guided by what sounds good, feels especially at home on this stretch
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of East Colfax. FiNO anchors the ground floor of the All Inn Hotel, a restored 1950s motor lodge whose reopening is all about celebrating its Colfax spirit and history. The 54-room boutique property, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, maintains cool features like its patterned vertical windows and glowing neon sign, while bringing it up to date with modern technology and amenities.
FiNO fits seamlessly into that vision as the hotel’s playful, groovy restaurant, all good vibes and sculptural minimalism. Olive green booths curve into banquettes, textured woven flooring grounds the room, and the bar and lounge are outfitted with mid-century furniture. And then there’s the preserved stone wall of what millennials and Xers may remember from Rockbar. (Yes, there’s MD 20/20, only it’s mixed into a secret menu cocktail. Apologies to your liver.)
Out back, the restaurant opens into one of the most expansive patios in town, a combination wine garden/ultimate summer hangout. The patio is an extension of FiNO and its menu, while the 150-capacity wine garden is made for lounging with a glass or celebrating an event.
That sense of ease carries into the way FiNO approaches its ingredients—thoughtful sustainability without the pretense. Take a lemon, whose juice balances and tarts up drinks, but instead of discarding the peel, it’s used for essential oils and cocktail garnishes. Not to mention, once our little citrus has been thoroughly juiced and/or zested, it can live on in limoncello and lemon candy. Nothing rushed, nothing wasted; everything given the chance to stretch a little further.
And that’s what FiNO is all about. A culture built around enjoyment rather than efficiency, where you come for a drink and an app and end up settling into a night that keeps offering one more reason to stay.
To learn more, visit AllInHotel.com and FinoColfax.com.
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THREE FESTIVALS. ONE INCREDIBLE SUMMER.
ARTICLE BY MEREDITH ROWE
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Every Summer, the folks over at Planet Bluegrass put on three music festivals, starting with Telluride Bluegrass Festival on June 18-21. Planet Bluegrass Vice President, Zach Tucker, spends a month in Telluride every summer preparing for the festival, and he still hasn’t gotten over the feeling of cresting into the valley and driving down Main Street for the first time, being awestruck by the views of the San Juan Mountains.
TELLURIDE
“It’s the Telluride festival for a reason,” says Tucker. “We bring world-class music to the stage, and those artists are looking at the most picturesque landscape in every direction.”
Beyond the natural beauty of Telluride, Tucker is also amazed by the community of “Festivarians.” This is the festival’s 53rd year, and there are camps that have been setting up in Town Park every single year. At camp and at the festival, you’ll meet people who grew up in Telluride and all across the world. Tucker recently spoke to a woman who travels in from Australia every summer, and she recounted being welcomed in that first time as though she’d been coming her whole life.
This year, the festival is rolling out the Lawson Hill Glamping program for the first time to help bridge the gap between expensive lodging and people who don’t have their own camping gear. They’ll provide furnished, lockable tents that come fully set up and even include 24/7 shower access. Tucker hopes this encourages people to come experience Telluride for the first time.
“It’s never too late to go,” says Tucker. “If it hasn’t happened yet, there’s still time to get down there and have a life-changing experience. We’ve set it up to make it easier and more affordable to go to Telluride than without the festival.”
Tucker is also very proud of the lineup, saying that they don’t skimp on early music in the day. He knows fans are often drawn in by the headliners, like Tedeschi Trucks Band, Greensky Bluegrass, Larkin Poe, and Gregory Alan Isakov—but he also wants them to be blown away at 10 AM when they’re setting up their chairs. They’re also not afraid to step out of the bluegrass genre, and this year soprano Renée Fleming will be performing alongside banjo virtuoso Béla Fleck and My Bluegrass Heart.
Photo courtesy of Planet Bluegrass
Photo courtesy of Planet Bluegrass
ROCKY GRASS
After Telluride finishes up at the end of June, Tucker will turn his full attention to RockyGrass and Rocky Mountain Folks Festival, which take place at the Planet Bluegrass Ranch in Lyons, Colorado, July 24-26 and August 7-9, respectively.
These events have been part of Tucker’s life forever. He grew up in the RockyGrass family tent and worked on the crew before now running the events. He loves how family-friendly both of the events are, and he regularly talks to people who grew up going to them and now bring their families to enjoy the music, tube in the river, and picnic on the grass.
Both festivals are incredibly laid back by design. Unlike arena events, where getting to the door is stressful, and you can’t relax until you’re in your seat, the Planet Bluegrass Ranch is, in a word, whimsical. You get to wave to alpacas and horses after parking at the farm, and the walking path that crosses the rivers and brings you to the festival grounds is straight out of a fairytale. There, the security team keeps it fun and friendly while checking you in, truly welcoming you to the day or the weekend.
RockyGrass tends to sell out quickly, as people are committed to coming year after year. Tucker calls it the premier traditional bluegrass festival in the west, if not the country. This year, fans can look forward to I’m With Her, Sam Bush Bluegrass Band, and Punch Brothers headlining the main stage.
By contrast, Rocky Mountain Folks Festival is slightly calmer and quieter than the other two. I’ve gone the past few years and absolutely agree with Tucker—it’s an experience that’s hard to get anywhere else. I’ll be setting up early for Valerie June and Ani DiFranco, and fans can also look forward to seeing Jesse Welles and Gillian Welch & David Rawlings.
Sustainability is a core tenet of all three festivals and something that sets Planet Bluegrass apart as a fiercely and decidedly independent festival group. They see all three weekends as an opportunity to educate fans about Leave No Trace, especially if it’s their first time camping.
Photo courtesy of Planet Bluegrass
Photo courtesy of Planet Bluegrass
Photo courtesy of Planet Bluegrass
All three festivals have a campsite challenge where they’re ranked based on sustainable metrics like sorting waste, using solar power, picking up trash, etc. The winner gets free tickets for the next year, and people get way into it.
In Lyons, they don’t have trash cans, because they’re not supplying any trash. Everything they sell is compostable, recyclable, or reusable, such as the real plates they use and clean throughout the weekends.
Another benefit of their independence is that they can focus on the value of humans gathering for the shared experience of world-class music over anything else.
“In the world now, where everyone is on their phones, and we’re not sharing experiences enough, it’s too easy to not leave the house,” says Tucker. “Hope to see you as many times as possible this summer!”
To explore the full lineups and get tickets, head to Bluegrass.com.
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A ROOM
Inside La Casina, Tavernetta’s Intimate New Setting for Personal, Polished Gatherings
OF ONE’S OWN
ARTICLE BY TONY FIRESTINE PHOTOGRAPHY BY CASEY WILSON
There’s a moment in hospitality when scale gives way to intimacy—when the experience stops feeling like a reservation and starts feeling like an invitation. At La Casina, the new private event space from Tavernetta and Frasca Hospitality Group, that moment is the entire point.
Tucked just steps from Union Station, La Casina—Italian for “little house”—is designed as a fully self-contained environment, complete with its own bar, dining room, and a warm, modern alpine aesthetic layered with vintage charm. But the space is less about its physical footprint and more about what it enables: gatherings that feel considered, flexible, and distinctly personal.
“We’ve always believed that the most meaningful dining experiences are the ones that feel personal,” says Erin Pommer, director of brand for Frasca Hospitality Group. “We saw incredible demand from guests who wanted something more exclusive and considered than a typical private dining experience… and it felt like a natural moment to create something truly special.”
That sense of intention is evident the moment you walk in. Floor-to-ceiling windows overlook
the rhythm of the Union Station platform, while light woods, a beautifully appointed dining room, and a private full-service bar create a space that feels both elevated and inviting. The design draws from Tavernetta’s identity, with carefully selected works by Slim Aarons woven throughout, giving the room a sense of continuity, but also its own personality.
“We spent a lot of time asking ourselves—who is Tavernetta?” Pommer says. “La Casina is our answer to that question… her home.”
That “home” is deliberately versatile. One day, it might host a sunlit lunch with spritzes and an easy, celebratory energy. On the other hand, it may transform into a candlelit dinner where every detail feels meticulously composed. “Like any well-drawn personality, she contains multitudes,” Pommer adds. “That range was always intentional.”
Functionally, the space fills a gap in Denver’s dining landscape. With capacity ranging from 14 to 75 guests, La Casina offers something between a restaurant buyout and a traditional event venue—intimate, but expansive enough for larger gatherings. Seated dinners can accommodate up to 50 guests, while receptions accommodate up to 75, each fully private.
“When you book La Casina, the space is entirely yours,” Pommer says. “And with it comes everything Tavernetta is known for—exceptional service and hospitality, high-quality Italian cuisine, and a thoughtful wine selection that elevates every moment.”
That foundation is only the beginning. The team is layering in bespoke experiences—intimate classes, tastings, and curated add-ons—designed to make each event feel singular. At the same time, the space is already evolving beyond private dining to host pop-ups, guest chef residencies, and the new home for their Tastemaker Dinner Series—intimate events where winemakers join you at the table, recreating the magic of dining in their home and transporting guests to the heart of each region.
“IT’S A SPACE WITH A LOT OF HEART AND WE’RE EXCITED TO SEE EVERYTHING IT BECOMES.”
“It’s been a beautiful thing to watch,” Pommer says. “Guests experiencing the Tavernetta spirit in a setting that feels even more intimate and connected.”
What ultimately sets La Casina apart is how seamlessly it embodies the ethos of its parent restaurant and the Frasca brand. “It’s as though you’ve been invited into the private home of the brand itself,” Pommer says. And in a city where options for groups of this size often default to ballrooms or full restaurant buyouts, that distinction matters.
Looking ahead, La Casina is poised to exist in two parallel worlds: a hidden gem for private gatherings and a dynamic hub for collaboration and programming. “It’s a space with a lot of heart,” Pommer says. “And we’re excited to see everything it becomes.”
In the end, that’s the quiet luxury La Casina offers. It’s not just a place to gather, but a place that feels, unmistakably, like it was created just for you.
To learn more and to book a private event at La Casina, visit TavernettaDenver.com/Private-Dining.
LUXURY, WITHOUT THE LOGISTICS
Membership Travel Among Colorado Families and How Inspirato Is Reshaping What It Means to Have a Place Anywhere
ARTICLE BY TONY FIRESTINE PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF INSPIRATO
There’s a version of luxury that doesn’t try to impress; it simply anticipates. It understands that real travel isn’t just about perfection on arrival, but it’s also about how easily everything unfolds once you’re there. Often talked about on a chairlift in Vail, mentioned over dinner in Cherry Creek, or discovered through someone who seems to travel effortlessly well.
What’s spreading through those conversations is not a destination, it’s a smart way to travel. Membership-based travel, led by companies like Inspirato, has evolved into something more culturally telling. It reflects a shift away from transactional travel toward something continuous, flexible, curated, and, above all, predictable in the best sense of the word.
For many Colorado families, the minutiae of travel—booking, comparing, compromising—have long been marked by inconsistency. The hours spent researching, the uncertainty of whether a home will match its photos, and the friction before a trip even begins. It’s a familiar cycle. One that can make the idea of escape often feel exhausting.
Inspirato gives choice and consistency. Every residence is vetted, every stay is always to a high standard, and every detail is accounted for before arrival. The result is not just luxury, but reliability; an experience where travelers know exactly what they’re stepping into, whether it’s a ski home in Montana or a villa in Mexico. That assurance, more than any single amenity, is what resonates.
For families balancing demanding schedules, that kind of ease carries real weight. The appeal isn’t just larger homes or better locations, but the ability to bypass the traditional planning entirely. It’s travel without the logistical drag—just the space, service, and the quiet confidence that it will all work as it should.
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Obsidian — Big Sky, Montana
A true ski-in/ski-out home near the Little Thunder Lift, Obsidian removes the friction from mountain mornings. With over 4,500 square feet and six bedrooms, it’s designed for multi-family stays, balancing expansive gathering spaces with kid-friendly zones, plus a heated plunge pool for seamless après.
Villa del Toro — Los Cabos, Mexico
Built around a sweeping infinity-edge pool, this nearly 10,000-squarefoot villa blurs the line between indoors and out. Two primary suites and expansive terraces create a natural rhythm for group travel, while in-home service options transform the stay into a fully private resort experience.
Driftwood Dunes — Kiawah Island, South Carolina
Set just steps from the beach via a private boardwalk, Driftwood Dunes captures a classic Lowcountry sensibility with modern scale. At over 6,000 square feet with five bedrooms, it balances indoor comfort with outdoor living—anchored by a private pool, hot tub, and expansive gathering spaces designed for easy, coastal family living.
Il Campanile — Tuscany, Italy
An 11th-century estate set among vineyards and olive groves, Il Campanile offers immersion over convenience. With three villas, a private pool, a tennis court, and even a historic church, it invites long, communal stays rooted in place, history, and shared experience.
It also reframes a long-standing aspiration: the idea of the second home. Membership travel offers a different equation and access without attachment. Hundreds of options, globally distributed, each delivering the same level of care and quality. It’s not about having a place; it’s about having the right place, every time.
And within this flexible membership, the homes themselves become expressions of a larger idea. Across each, the thread is consistent: not just elevated design or prime location, but a dependable standard that travels with you. That’s the quiet promise at the center of membership travel and the reason it continues to spread, conversation by conversation.
In Colorado, where time is often the most limited luxury, that shift feels less like indulgence and more like evolution. Travel becomes less about orchestrating a trip and more about stepping into one already in motion. The planning disappears. The uncertainty fades. What remains is what people were after all along. The experience itself, uninterrupted.
To learn more, visit Inspirato.com
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Countdown to the 2027
ARTICLE BY EUGENE HERNANDEZ, DIRECTOR, SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL AND PUBLIC PROGRAMMING
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It might be hard to believe, but it’s been just about a year since we announced Boulder, Colorado, as the new home of the Sundance Film Festival. Each time we visit, I discover something completely new that I love about this town. The changing seasons bring new energy and activities to light, the sweeping views of the Flatirons, and, most importantly, the people.
We’re building a collaborative Festival partnership with this creative city, and I’m thrilled to invite you, our host community, to be an essential part of the 2027 Sundance Film Festival.
WHAT IS HAPPENING AT THE 2027 SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL?
From January 21–31, 2027, independent film’s epicenter will be in your own backyard. The Sundance Film Festival is a festival for everyone, and Boulder will welcome film lovers from across the world to explore bold storytelling and celebrate independent voices. The 2027 Festival will feature world premieres of new films and episodic projects, conversations with filmmakers and industry members, and special events. And you are invited to be a part of it!
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
As a member of the Boulder community, you are already a part of our future in Colorado. You can sign up for our newsletter, attend our local events, and spread the word to your family and friends!
There are so many ways to get involved with the 2027 Festival, and we’re so excited to have you— and everyone you know—join our Festival together.
The easiest way to be a part of our growing Fest community? See a film! Ticket packages and passes will go on sale this fall, and Single Film
“The easiest way to be a part of our growing Fest community? See a film! ”
Tickets will go on sale close to the Festival start date. Our program will be announced in December. All of these options will be available via Festival.Sundance.org, and we’ll make sure you know exactly how to purchase the right pass for you as the dates get closer.
If you already have out-of-Boulder plans this coming January, consider being our co-host. Earlier this year, the Boulder City Council passed Ordinance 8743, permitting Boulder tenants to apply for Festival Lodging Rental Licenses. Attendees are already looking for lodging and will continue to book leading up to the Festival. If you’re interested, make sure you confirm your eligibility, apply for the appropriate city license, and read on for a complete guide on how to prepare and photograph your home. BoulderColorado.gov/Services/Rental-Housing-Licensing-Short-Term
READY TO JOIN US?
Sign up at Sundance.org/Email to receive our monthly Colorado newsletter for the latest news and events in the Boulder community.
And make sure to keep your eyes out for some unique opportunities like our upcoming screening event and celebration, Andrea Gibson: Love Letter from the Afterlife, in partnership with Rocky Mountain Equality and The Center on Colfax, on July 5 at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater (RedRocksOnline.com)—to see what makes the Sundance Film Festival community so special.
On Monday, July 13, join us with Denver Film and Searchlight Pictures for a special 20th anniversary screening of Little Miss Sunshine at the 27th edition of Film on the Rocks. The evening will feature a pre-show performance by Wheelchair Sports Camp, followed by headliner DeVotchKa, who will revisit their score and soundtrack for the film.
We can’t wait to see you!
For tickets: Festival.Sundance.org/ColoradoEvents
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5th - 7th
DENVER GREEK FESTIVAL
Denver Greek Festival returns with traditional Greek food, music, dancing and cultural experiences. The annual celebration brings a taste of Greece to Denver for a lively summer weekend. For details, visit TheGreekFestival.com
Smash in the Square returns to Fillmore Plaza in Cherry Creek North with a boutique outdoor fine-art show featuring top national artists. Guests can enjoy art, live music, and a lively weekend in the heart of Cherry Creek. For details, visit SmashInTheSquareFestival.com
7th - 8th
DENVER CHALK ART FESTIVAL
Denver Chalk Art Festival returns with colorful street murals created by local and national artists. Guests can explore the artwork, enjoy live entertainment, and experience one of Denver’s favorite outdoor art traditions. For details, visit DenverChalk.art
Juneteenth Music Festival returns to Five Points with a parade, live performances, local vendors, food, and family-friendly activities. The annual celebration honors Juneteenth while bringing the community together along Welton Street. For details, visit JuneteenthMusicFestival.com.
27th - 28th
PULSE OF AMERICA WITH THE DENVER BRASS
The Denver Brass closes its season with Pulse of America, a program honoring 250 years of American resilience through bold brass music. The performance includes Sketches of Courage by Denver composer Sean Shafer Hennessy. For more information, visit DenverBrass.org
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