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Nightlife in Boulder

Scout analyzed 99 Boulder places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

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Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.4 hr

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Date Night Live Music in Downtown Boulder

Kick off your evening with an energizing live music performance at the historic Boulder Theater, a true downtown gem. Afterwards, settle into the elegant ambiance of License No. 1 for classic cocktails before indulging in a refined dinner at Oak at Fourteenth, celebrating local flavors.

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Downtown

5 matching spots

Whittier

2 matching spots

Glenwood Grove - North Iris

1 matching spots

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Downtown

West End Tavern

Visit West End Tavern for a casual meal of burgers and drinks, possibly on their roof lounge for mountain views. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-75 per person.

CocktailsFoodViews

$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Gemini

Gemini is a tapas restaurant good for a dinner outing, offering shared plates and drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person, fitting well after a walk on Pearl Street.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Glenwood Grove - North Iris

Rayback Collective

The Rayback Collective is a casual spot for an afternoon or evening with food trucks, a beer garden, and live music, often paired with views. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for food and drinks over 1-3 hours.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$15–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Sundown Saloon

This basement bar is good for a casual, late-night outing with friends, featuring pool tables and budget-friendly drinks. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a 1-2 hour visit, often as a lively stop on a Pearl Street bar crawl.

CocktailsSportsSocial

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Whittier

The Corner Bar

The Corner Bar is a classic Boulder spot for drinks and upscale bar food, good for a relaxed evening out or pre-dinner cocktails. Expect to spend $30-75 per person for drinks and a bite.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Whittier

License No. 1

License No. 1 is a speakeasy-style bar great for a refined evening of cocktails, potentially with live music. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person for drinks and light bites over a 1.5-hour visit, either as a standalone experience or after dinner.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Pearl Street Pub & Cellar

Pearl Street Pub is good for a relaxed evening out, pairing well with dinner on Pearl Street or as a late-night stop for live music. Expect to spend $20-50 per person for drinks and pub fare.

CocktailsFoodLive music

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center

Nissi's is a great option for an evening out to enjoy live music or comedy, paired with American fare and drinks. Expect to spend a few hours here, with costs ranging from $50-100 per person.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

The Bitter Bar

The Bitter Bar is suitable for an evening drink with creative cocktails and small plates. Plan for about 1.5 hours and expect to spend $30-75 per person.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Jungle

Jungle is a good spot for evening cocktails and a bite to eat, suitable for a date night or a social gathering with friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-75 per person for drinks and food.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking