Banff Film Fest, Pub Runs, & Sushi Deals – Your Boulder Monday Plans

It’s Monday, which means your weekend glow is fading and your inbox is overflowing. But fear not—Boulder’s got epic happy hours, mountain films, and social runs to keep you entertained. Whether you’re climbing, drinking, or contemplating a spontaneous ski trip, we’ve got all the best local happenings right here.

🌨️ Monday’s Weather – Snow Chances & Chilly Vibes

Happy Washington’s Birthday, Boulder! Today’s forecast is classic winter-in-Colorado: partly sunny, high near 35°F, with a 40% chance of snow rolling in later. Winds stay light, so no arctic blasts to fight through.

🌙 Overnight: Snow likely (60% chance), low of 13°F—but don’t expect a blizzard, just a light dusting to make your Tuesday morning commute slightly more annoying.

📅 Sunrise/Sunset: 6:50 AM | 5:39 PM
🌕 Moon: Waning Gibbous | Moonrise 10:58 PM | Moonset 8:58 AM

The Vibe:

• Day: A mix of sun and clouds, with a small chance of snow. ☀️❄️

• Night: Temps drop to 10°F—so maybe swap the après-ski beer for something warm and whiskey-based. 🥃🔥

• Tuesday morning: You might wake up to a little fresh snow, but probably not enough to skip work.

🦅 Top Stories – Boulder’s Best & Buzziest News

📸 Bald Eagles at 63rd & Nelson – Nature’s Power Pose
Boulder’s local eagles have zero interest in your Monday struggles—they’re out here looking majestic AF over at 63rd & Nelson. A Redditor caught an absolute National Geographic-worthy shot, proving once again that these birds are the real kings of the Flatirons. If you needed a little inspiration to stand taller today, here it is.
➡️ See the Photo on Reddit

💰 High Schoolers Might Actually Learn About Money – Finally!
A new bill could require all Colorado students to take a semester of financial literacy before they graduate. That means less algebra stress, more "how to do taxes" lessons. Maybe future grads will actually know how credit scores work and why you shouldn’t put avocado toast on a credit card. About time, right?
➡️ More at KUNC

🌱 USDA Gene Bank – The Vault Keeping Your Future Guacamole Safe
Ever worry about what happens if our food supply goes sideways? The USDA’s gene bank is basically the backup hard drive for agriculture, storing millions of seeds, plants, and genetic materials in case of crop disease, climate chaos, or just general human incompetence. TL;DR – if a banana-pocalypse ever comes, they’ve got a plan.
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🎉 Things To Do – Monday’s Best Excuses to Avoid Netflix Binging

🎬 Banff Mountain Film Festival @ Boulder Theater
🕖 7:00 PM | 📍 Boulder Theater
This isn't your average movie night—it's adventure on steroids. The Banff Mountain Film Festival brings edge-of-your-seat outdoor documentaries featuring daring climbers, skiers, and explorers doing things that make your morning hike look like a casual stroll to the fridge. A must-watch for anyone who dreams of quitting their job and moving to a van in the Rockies.
➡️ More Info: Access Fund

🎤 Open Mic Night @ Roots Music Project
🕖 7:00 PM | 📍 Roots Music Project, 4747 Pearl Suite V3A
Got a song, a poem, or a burning desire to belt out Wonderwall? Steve Koppe hosts this open mic night, and it's the perfect chance to share your talent—or at least cheer for those brave enough to take the mic. No judgment, just good vibes and local talent.
➡️ More Info: Eventbrite

🎨 Boulder Art Meetup – Get Creative!
🕕 6:00 PM | 📍 Location TBD – Check Meetup
If your inner Bob Ross is feeling neglected, this casual art meetup is your chance to paint, sketch, or create alongside fellow Boulder creatives. No pressure—just good company, artistic chaos, and probably a lot of people saying, ‘I swear it looked better in my head.’
➡️ More Info: Meetup

🎨 Pottery & Pints – Clay & Craft Beer Collide
🕕 6:00 PM | 📍 Tinker Art Studio
Throw some clay, sip some beer, and embrace the fact that your first pottery attempt will look more ‘abstract masterpiece’ than ‘functional mug.’ This guided session is a perfect excuse to get messy, creative, and slightly tipsy all at once.
➡️ More Info: Sign Up

🏃‍♂️ Boulder Pub Run Club – Run, Then Reward Yourself
🕕 6:00 PM | 📍 Sanitas Brewing Company
Not all heroes wear capes—some just run 5Ks for the sole purpose of earning a post-run beer. This casual, social run is open to all paces, and it’s scientifically proven that beer tastes 40% better after exercise. (Okay, not scientifically, but you get the idea.)
➡️ More Info: Meetup

🧗 Monday Night Rock Climbing Meetup – Boulder’s Most Boulder Thing
🕔 5:00 PM | 📍 Movement Climbing + Fitness
Because Mondays were made for gripping tiny holds and defying gravity. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or just getting into the sport, this meetup is a great place to chalk up, meet new people, and maybe figure out how to conquer that route you’ve been side-eyeing.
➡️ More Info: Meetup

🍽️ Restaurant Deals – Monday’s Best Excuses to Eat & Drink

🍺 Twisted Pine Brewing – All-Day Happy Hour
📍 3201 Walnut St, Boulder
🕘 All Day
Mondays don’t have to suck when $5 pints and snack deals are involved. Whether you're drowning your case of the Mondays or just in it for the craft brews, Twisted Pine has happy hour running all day long.

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🍣 Japango – Sushi Happy Hour That Lasts All Day
📍 1136 Pearl St, Boulder
🕘 All Day
Sushi cravings? Japango’s got discounted rolls, small plates, and drink specials running sun-up to last call. Mondays are just better when sake bombs are on special.

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🦪 Jax Fish House – Oysters & Drinks on Special
📍 928 Pearl St, Boulder
🕞 3:30 PM – Close
It’s happy hour all night at Jax, which means fresh oysters, shareable small plates, and killer drink deals. Monday night blues? More like Monday night booze.

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That’s it for today—go have fun out there! See you tomorrow with more news, events, and local finds. 🚀