Creek Cleanups, Fairy Wings, and Forecasts for Fun

Spring’s in full bloom—and so is Boulder’s Sunday schedule. From bluegrass gospel to fairy parades to science shows, there’s a little magic in the air today.

Sunday Weather

Sunday’s shaping up beautifully: sunshine most of the day, breezy by afternoon, and just a slight chance of late-night showers if the weather gods get moody. It's a good one for being out and about before the winds pick up.

• 🌡️ High: 76º | Low: 46º

• 🌤️ 5% chance of rain during the day; 60% late overnight

• 💨 Winds: SSE 10–15 mph (gusts up to 24 mph)

• 🌅 Sunrise: 6:05 AM | 🌇 Sunset: 7:52 PM

• 🔥 UV Index: 8 of 11

Local Stories

🏠 Apartment rents are falling across the Front Range
Good news for renters: apartment prices are softening in Denver and Boulder after years of sharp increases. Experts say it’s due to a surge in new construction hitting the market. Colorado Sun

🏈 Shedeur Sanders drafted by the Cleveland Browns
After a tense wait, CU Buffs quarterback Shedeur Sanders was picked in the 5th round of the NFL Draft by the Browns. Buffs fans are celebrating—and maybe Googling “Cleveland.” Denver Post | CPR

🏫 Colorado’s new budget promises more for schools—but less than hoped
The 2025–26 state budget will boost K–12 and higher ed funding, but not quite as much as promised. Rising costs and economic pressures are tightening the numbers. KUNC

🔥 Boulder considers expanding wildfire hazard zones
City Council is reviewing a proposal to redraw the wildland-urban interface boundaries, adding more homes into high-risk wildfire zones as part of a broader fire mitigation push. Denver7

Things To Do

🧠 Brains On! Live – Boulder Theater
📍 Boulder Theater, 2030 14th St
⏰ 1:00 PM
🎤 The hit science podcast for kids comes to life on stage with experiments, games, and brainy fun. Perfect for families and curious minds.
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🎶 Nick Forster’s Hippy Bluegrass Church – eTown Hall
📍 eTown Hall, 1535 Spruce St
⏰ 10:30 AM
🎤 Part concert, part community sing-along, part spiritual recharge—Nick Forster and friends put a Boulder spin on the Sunday service.
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🌷 Tulip Fairy & Elf Festival – Pearl Street Mall
📍 Downtown Boulder
⏰ 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🎤 A Boulder spring tradition: kids in costume, fairy wings galore, live music, face painting, and 15,000 blooming tulips.
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🎥 For the Living Film Screening – Dairy Arts Center
📍 Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St
⏰ 4:00 PM
🎤 A moving documentary exploring stories of resilience and hope in the face of loss, premiering as part of Boulder’s Earth Week activities.
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🎸 4th Annual Youth Battle of the Bands – Roots Music Project
📍 Roots Music Project, 4747 Pearl St, Suite V3A
⏰ 5:00 PM
🎤 Talented young musicians face off for glory—and serious bragging rights. Come cheer on Boulder’s next generation of rockers.
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🧹 Boulder Creek Path Community Clean-Up
📍 Meet at Eben G. Fine Park
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🎤 Celebrate Earth Month by rolling up your sleeves and helping beautify the beloved Boulder Creek Path. Gloves and good vibes provided.
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🍺 Twisted Pine Brewing – All-Day Happy Hour
📍 3201 Walnut St
⏰ All Day
🎤 Sunday funday just got cheaper: $5 drafts, small bites, and mac & cheese magic await.
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🎨 Junkyard Social Club – Open Play Sundays
📍 2525 Frontier Ave
⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🎤 Think of it as Boulder’s artsiest jungle gym—outdoor spaces, indoor creative corners, and endless weirdness for kids and parents alike.
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Whatever you picked today—tulips, tunes, or tacos—thanks for being part of Boulder’s best. See you Monday!