Your Friday Plans: Movies, Music & Meetups

🌤️ Boulder Weather

🌬️ A breezy end to the week with cooler temps. Strong winds pick up in the afternoon, with gusts possibly reaching 50 mph. A mix of rain and snow in the morning, but don’t expect much accumulation.

☀️ Friday: Partly sunny, high of 49°F, with strong winds from the west. Gusts up to 50 mph possible. Light rain/snow mix in the morning.

🌙 Tonight: Partly cloudy, low of 29°F, breezy but calming overnight.
🌄 Sunrise: 7:13 AM | 🌅 Sunset: 7:07 PM

💨 Boulder Wind Fact: Boulder is one of the windiest cities in the U.S. The highest recorded gust? 147 mph in 1982.

Local Stories

🎬 Boulder International Film Festival Turns 21
BIFF is back for another year, featuring Oscar contenders, big-name directors, and indie gems. This year’s lineup includes films on everything from climate change to underground music scenes. The festival, founded by Boulder locals Kathy and Robin Beeck, has grown into a major player in the indie film world.
🔗 BIFF Details & Schedule »

🍄 Mushrooms: A Wildfire Mitigation Solution?
A Boulder-based company is testing the use of fungi to break down flammable materials and reduce wildfire risks. The idea is that certain mushrooms can digest dead wood and brush, speeding up decomposition and removing potential fuel for fires. Researchers say it could be a low-cost, eco-friendly solution to help prevent future wildfires.
🔗 Full Story at 9News »

🏨 What’s Going on with the Boulderado?
A Reddit thread went viral with the ominous title: "RIP Hotel Boulderado." No, the hotel isn’t shutting down—but some locals think it’s losing its charm due to management changes and corporate influence. Others argue it’s still one of Boulder’s best places for a drink and a staycation. What do you think?
🔗 Join the Debate on Reddit »

🤧 Colorado’s Flu Season Could Be the Worst in 20 Years
Doctors are warning that this year’s flu season is hitting harder than expected—and we might not be at the peak yet. Hospitalizations are above average, and the dominant strain is particularly aggressive. If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, local health officials say it’s not too late.
🔗 Read More at CPR News »

🛠️ Boulder Youth Corps Now Hiring Team Leaders
The Boulder County Youth Corps is accepting applications for team leader positions this summer. If you’re 21 or older and looking for a rewarding outdoor job mentoring teens while working on conservation projects, this could be a great fit. Leaders earn $20/hour and gain valuable leadership experience. Applications close April 5.
🔗 Apply Here »

Things To Do

🎬 Boulder International Film Festival – Opening Night

⏰ Time: Various screenings & events all day
📍 Location: Multiple venues in Boulder
🎥 Details: Boulder’s biggest film festival returns with a four-day lineup of feature films, documentaries, short films, and Q&As with filmmakers. The Opening Night Gala at Hotel Boulderado & Rembrandt Yard kicks things off in style, followed by a screening of The Friend starring Naomi Watts and Bill Murray.
🎟 Info & Tickets: BIFF Official Website

🎷 Jazz Supper Club at Full Cycle Café & Bar – The Rich Chiaraluce Quintet

⏰ Time: 6:30 PM dinner seating | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM show
📍 Location: Full Cycle Café & Bar, 2355 30th St, Boulder, CO
🎶 Details: Enjoy a night of soulful, swinging, and funky jazz as The Rich Chiaraluce Quintet performs the legendary music of Cannonball Adderley. Elegant cocktails, tapas by Chef Antonio Roma, and an extensive beer & wine list make this an unforgettable evening.
🎟 Info & Tickets: Full Cycle Events Calendar

🎭 Black Box Diaries – Theatre Performance

⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St, Boulder, CO
🎭 Details: A deeply personal and intimate storytelling experience, this performance weaves together monologues and narratives in a raw, black box theater setting. Perfect for those who love thought-provoking live theatre.
🎟 Info & Tickets: Dairy Arts Center

🎭 The Empire – Film Screening

⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St, Boulder, CO
🎬 Details: A special screening of The Empire, exploring power, politics, and history through stunning cinematography and storytelling.
🎟 Info & Tickets: Dairy Arts Center

🍻 Boulder UX Happy Hour

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: TBA – Check Meetup Link
🖥️ Details: A relaxed networking happy hour for UX designers, developers, and tech professionals to chat, share ideas, and grab a drink together.
🎟 Info & RSVP: Boulder UX Meetup

🎤 Make New Friends – Social Meetup

⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: TBA – Check Meetup Link
💬 Details: New to Boulder? Looking to expand your social circle? This friendly, casual meetup is a great way to meet like-minded locals over drinks.
🎟 Info & RSVP: Meetup Event

🔭 Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries – Fiske Planetarium

⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Fiske Planetarium, CU Boulder
🌌 Details: Explore the world of astronomy and space science with this full-dome immersive experience, highlighting the people and places behind some of the most exciting discoveries in modern astronomy.
🎟 Info & Tickets: Fiske Planetarium

🎸 Mary Droppinz at The Fox Theatre

⏰ Time: Doors 8:30 PM | Show 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Fox Theatre, 1135 13th St, Boulder, CO
🎶 Details: DJ Mary Droppinz brings a high-energy electronic set to The Fox. Expect deep house, breakbeats, and funky basslines—perfect for a late-night dance party.
🎟 Tickets: Fox Theatre

🎶 Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon – Laser Light Show

⏰ Time: 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Fiske Planetarium, CU Boulder
🌌 Details: One of Boulder’s best psychedelic experiences—sit back and watch stunning laser visuals synced to Pink Floyd’s legendary album in CU’s state-of-the-art planetarium.
🎟 Info & Tickets: Fiske Planetarium