Why Winter's Better In Boulder: Beat The Blues With These Local Picks

Winter may be here, but the fun doesn’t slow down in Boulder. From family outings to seasonal events and easy day trips, there’s plenty around town to keep your calendar full. Just remember to double-check hours, weather updates and ticket details before heading out. And if you want even more local winter ideas, keep scrolling — you’ll find a way to get personalized suggestions based on what you love to do.

Scott Carpenter Park – Snow Sledding

Address: 1505 30th Street, Boulder, CO 80303
Phone: (303) 413-7200
Details: Scott Carpenter Park is a well-loved community park that offers winter sledding on designated grassy areas after snowfall. The park also features one of Boulder’s most iconic playgrounds, open turf fields and year-round restroom access with limited winter hours. Families often combine sledding with free play on the crater and rock-style playground structures that are designed to mimic natural landscapes.

The Connection Bowling, Billiards & Games

Address: 1669 Euclid Ave, Boulder, CO 80302
Phone: (303) 735-2695
Details: Located inside the University Memorial Center, The Connection is Boulder’s only bowling center and a popular spot for all-ages entertainment. The venue offers bowling lanes, billiards tables, arcade games, gaming consoles and casual food options, along with HDTVs for watching sporting events and a karaoke lounge. See the University website for more information.

Foothills Community Park – Snow Sledding

Address: 800 Cherry Avenue, Boulder, CO 80304
Phone: (303) 413-7200
Details: Foothills Community Park is a spacious North Boulder park where sledding is permitted on grassy areas during the winter months. The park also features unique playgrounds, sports courts, community gardens and easy access to nearby Open Space and Mountain Parks trails. Restrooms remain open year-round with reduced hours during colder months.

Boulder Creek Path

Address: 101 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302
Phone: (303) 413-7200
Details: The Boulder Creek Path is a 5.5-mile multi-use trail that winds through downtown Boulder and connects to Boulder Canyon and Stazio Ballfields. In winter, the path remains a popular route for walking and biking while offering scenic views of the creek and access to attractions like Civic Area Park and the Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse. See the city website for more details.

Boulder Theater — Live Events

Address: 2032 14th Street, Boulder, CO 80302
Phone: (303) 786-7030
Details: The historic Boulder Theater has been a downtown landmark since 1906 and hosts a wide range of year-round performances. The art deco venue is known for its intimate atmosphere and diverse programming. The winter lineup includes concerts, comedy shows and special productions like “Swan Lake.” Showtimes and ticket information can be found on the theater’s events page.

Avery Brewing Company

Address: 4910 Nautilus Court, Boulder, CO 80301
Phone: (303) 440-4324
Details: Avery Brewing Company offers a welcoming taproom and restaurant where visitors can enjoy more than 30 beers on tap alongside a seasonal, locally sourced menu. The spacious brewery was designed as a gathering place and features rotating taproom-only releases and fan-favorite dishes like fried chicken sandwiches and house-smoked meats. Beverage lists, hours and dining details are available on the brewery’s website.

North Boulder Park – Cross-Country Skiing

Address: 800 Dellwood, Boulder, CO 80304
Phone: (303) 413-7200
Details: North Boulder Park is a scenic neighborhood park with sweeping Flatirons views and a large open lawn that becomes a favorite spot for cross-country skiing after fresh snowfall. The park also includes ball fields, fitness equipment and a tot track for young cyclists during warmer months. Its proximity to downtown makes it an easy winter outing option.

Ice Centre At the Promenade – Indoor Ice Skating

Address: 10710 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, CO 80020
Phone: (303) 469-2100
Details: Located about 25 minutes from Boulder, the Ice Centre at the Promenade offers public skating sessions for all ages in a full-service indoor rink. Admission options include regular skate, cheap skate and discounted rates with a valid Hyland Hills or City of Westminster card, with skate rentals available on-site. Public skating times and session details are listed on the website.

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