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Trivia, Happy Hours, and Open Mic: Monday in Boulder
The week kicks off with all-day happy hours, a pub run, and live music on tap.
It’s Monday, but it doesn’t have to feel like it. With temps near 70 and a full plate of happy hour deals, Boulder’s kicking the week off with energy. Whether you’re running, climbing, singing, or sipping, tonight’s got options.
🌤️ Weather
Monday, March 24
A warm, breezy start to the week. Expect plenty of sunshine early on, followed by increasing clouds and gusty winds through the afternoon. Temps will climb to a springy 70°F, but low humidity and wind gusts over 30 mph raise the fire danger once again. Winds will calm a bit overnight as skies stay partly cloudy and temps dip into the mid-40s.
High: 70°F
Low: 45°F
Wind: W 15–25 mph (gusts 30–40+ mph)
Sunrise: 6:57 AM
Sunset: 7:17 PM
Humidity: 26% (Day) / 38% (Night)
UV Index: 5 of 11
Chance of Precipitation: 1%
📰 Local Stories
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🔗 Read more
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🔗 Here’s how to check eligibility
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🔗 Read the dos and don’ts
🎟️ Things To Do
🍣 All-Day Happy Hour at Japango, Jax, & Twisted Pine
📍 Multiple Locations
⏰ All Day (Jax: 3:30 PM – Close)
🍻 Monday is a hidden gem for happy hour deals in Boulder. Swing by Japango for $5 drafts, $8 cocktails, and sake specials. Over at Jax Fish House, oysters and small plates are on deck. Or check out Twisted Pine for $5 pints and pub snacks like pretzels and mac & cheese.
🔗 Japango | Jax | Twisted Pine
👟 Boulder Pub Run Club at Sanitas Brewing
📍 3550 Frontier Ave
⏰ 6:00 PM
🏃♂️ Join a casual 5K run that loops through Boulder before ending with beers at Sanitas. All paces welcome, and happy hour pricing if you mention the run at the bar.
🔗 Pub Run Meetup
🧗 Movement Monday Night Meetup
📍 Movement Boulder, 2845 Valmont Rd
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
🧗 A relaxed weekly climbing group that meets by the lower right staircase around 5:00 PM. Stick around after for drinks at a nearby brewpub. All skill levels welcome.
🔗 Climbing Meetup
🎤 Open Mic Night at Roots Music Project
📍 4747 Pearl St
⏰ 6:00 PM
🎶 Weekly open mic for local musicians, singers, poets, and creatives. Hosted in Roots’ cozy warehouse venue.
🔗 Open Mic Info
🎲 Twisted Bingo at Twisted Pine Brewing
📍 3201 Walnut St
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🍻 It’s not your grandma’s bingo. Hosted by J&G, this rowdy version features beer prizes, gift cards, and more.
🔗 Twisted Pine Events
🧠 Trivia Night at Beyond the Mountain Brewing
📍 6035 Longbow Dr
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
🍺 Hosted by “This is a Clue,” this laid-back trivia night has become a favorite for beer lovers who also love flexing their brains.
🔗 Beyond the Mountain Events
That’s your Monday. Check the links, text your crew, and make your pick. More fun coming tomorrow — we’ll be back in your inbox early.