Late summer’s sweetest pleasures are all in full swing in Boulder. Come enjoy a dip with a mountain view, some seriously refreshing drinks, and a quiet evening under the stars, then treat yourself at a comfy hotel for a change. Time’s a ticking by, so plan your last-of-summer getaway now.

Read why Realization Point, a favorite spot at the summit of Boulder’s Flagstaff Mountain, should be on your must-do list. Picnic, hike, visit a nature center and feel like you’re on top of the world.

Live music is happening all over town, from outdoors at the Boulder bandshell to inside at cool, historic venues. Come dance, sing and sway to the tunes on a Boulder breeze.

Thrillist.com writes, “While ‘The People’s Republic of Boulder’ has undergone significant transformation since its hippie heyday roots, this gorgeous college town located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains remains one of the most unique and picturesque small cities in America.”