- Meet the Programmers: Sundance Institute on Wednesday, Aug. 27 at the Boulder Theater. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., program begins a 7:00 p.m. You are invited to peek behind the curtain and meet the visionary – yet often blurry-eyed – ensemble of programmers and industry/artist relations staff who put together the Sundance Film Festival program, framed by a conversation with journalist Lisa Kennedy, Festival Director Eugene Hernandez, and Director of Programming Kim Yutani. Tickets are free - RSVP required.
- The America250-Colorado150 Commission launched its official monthly e-newsletter on Aug. 1 and will continue sending it on the first of every month. This newsletter is designed for a statewide audience; anyone who signs up will receive updates, stories and ways to participate in the commemoration. Sign up to receive the newsletter.
- The Boulder County Film Commission is excited to announce the Call for Entries for its new Boulder Creative Directory - a directory of creative digital professionals in the Boulder area, along with their support services. The deadline to submit is August 22. Learn more and submit your service.
- Boulder Public Library invites artists and collectives to apply between August 1 - 31, 2025, for the opportunity to exhibit in one of four unique spaces, including the Canyon Gallery. They prioritize exhibitions that amplify diverse voices, engage the community, and explore themes relevant to our region. Exhibits run for 2 - 3 months, and honorariums are provided. Submit your proposal and sample work to apply!
- Arts in Society grant applications are open now through Sept. 5. This program provides grants ranging from $5,000 - $35,000 to individuals and organizations seeking to implement projects that utilize the arts as an integral element in promoting social justice and community welfare. Learn more and apply.
- The Dairy Arts Center’s Co-Production Program is open for applications now through Sept. 30. This program offers free venue rental, a production stipend of up to $5,000, and an equitable revenue-sharing model. This opportunity is ideal for those seeking to connect with new audiences and bring creative ideas to life in a collaborative and supportive environment. Learn more about the opportunity and apply.
- Roots Music Fest launches Oct. 17 - 19 on Pearl Street in Boulder, and they are looking for performers from all genres to join the lineup. Featuring 400+ artists on 10 stages, this brand-new festival is dedicated to amplifying Colorado’s thriving music community - from Roots to Red Rocks. Apply to perform.
- Niwot Hall invites Native American artists living and working in Colorado’s Front Range, or those whose ancestral ties lie within these lands, to submit proposals for an upcoming exhibition, “Our Faces, Our Lands: Native Portraiture and Landscape Art from Colorado’s Front Range." This exhibition seeks to showcase the diverse ways in which Native artists engage with the concept of portraiture and landscapes, celebrating Indigenous identity and ties to land across time. Proposals are due Sept. 1, 2025. Learn more and submit a proposal.
- Check out the Boulder County Arts Alliance Event Calendar to explore artistic happening throughout the community!
Holiday Closures
In observance of the Labor Day holiday, all administrative facilities and Age Well Centers will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1. Some facilities and services will be open.