5280 Magazine

07/07/2025

James Beard is a FAN of Frasca Food & Wine

From Boulder’s Frasca to Aurora’s Caroline Glover, Colorado has amassed an impressive roster of James Beard Award winners.

07/05/2025

Ready for a night of celebrating the best stuff in and around Denver? ✨

Tickets are on sale for the 5280 Top of the Town Event, presented by Kaiser Permanente. Join us on July 17 at Cherry Creek North for a most summery evening of bites, sips, live music, and so much more! Get your tickets today at https://www.5280scene.com/5280-top-of-the-town/.

📸: From the Hip Photo

07/04/2025

Yes we love Crested Butte, too. But we don't love the four-hour drive...

1. Lost Lake via Hessie Trail 2. Chicago Lakes Trail 3. Acorn Creek Trail 4. Wrigley’s Trail 5. Ute Trail at Garden of the Gods

07/03/2025

You know what they say: The early bird gets the art...or something like that. 🎨

Cherry Creek North

From bringing pics to showing up early, these tips will help you go from browser to collector at the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, July 4 to 6.

07/03/2025

Colorado get back roughly 90 cents of every dollar we pay to the federal government. 👀

The Trump Administration has canceled more than $76 million in federal funding for Colorado and $56 million more is at risk. We asked Governor Polis how this will impact everyday Coloradans.

07/03/2025

The real question is: Will your Fourth of July Instagram caption be the lyrics to "Firework" by Katy Perry for the fifth year in a row? 🎇

Our comprehensive list of where to see the best patriotic fireworks displays in and around the metro area this Fourth of July.

07/02/2025

These alpine rescuers deserve a raise! Oh wait...they're all volunteers. 🏔️

Alpine Rescue Team member Jake Smith explains how more than 40 people came together to save two hikers stranded on Torreys Peak.

07/02/2025

This is not a drill! 🚨 Boyz II Men is performing at the Winter Park Jazz Festival!

From an ultra-high elevation rodeo to a wildflower-peeping fest, here are the best events in Summit County, Estes Park, Vail, and beyond this month.

07/02/2025

Drumroll, please. 🥁 Introducing our 2025 Top of the Town winners!

The best culture & nightlife, dining, services, and shopping in Denver—plus 82 readers’ picks.

07/01/2025

Whether you’re chasing the golden hour on a rooftop bar, soaking up patio season after work, or looking for a new bar to be a regular at, this passport is your ticket to sipping 2-for-1 drinks all summer long. Buy your passport today! https://www.thepassportprogram.com/

07/01/2025

Kittens on skateboards? Yeah, we'll be there.

From an acrobatic show performed by kitties to a massive fandom festival, here are the best events in and around the Mile High City this week.

07/01/2025

Pack sunscreen. And maybe...nothing else. 👀

1. Mountain Air Ranch 2. Wild Horse Mountain View Campsite 3. Desert Reef Hot Springs 4. Valley View Hot Springs 5. Orvis Hot Springs—and more.