Boulder Creek Festival® Marks the Return of Summer Over Memorial Day Weekend
Photo courtesy of Ryan Cox Photography
This iconic, free, four-day festival in downtown Boulder to feature Friday night kickoff concert, Creekside Beer Fest, 200+ Makers Market artisans, local eats, and more
GOLDEN, Colo. (March 13, 2023) - The City of Boulder and Team Player Productions (TPP) have announced that the 34th Annual Boulder Creek Festival®, which welcomed over 100,000 attendees last year, is returning to downtown Boulder over Memorial Day weekend, May 26-29, 2023. The epic four-day festival includes a free Friday night concert with headliner Dead Phish Orchestra and opener The Zimmermans at the Glen Huntington Bandshell on May 26, followed by three days of live music from 30+ bands across three different stages, a beer fest, artisans, local eats from 20+ vendors, a skate park activation, family-friendly activities, and more to be announced.
“Boulder Creek Festival is celebrating its 34th year of creating joyful memories for the Boulder community and beyond,” says Boulder Creek Festival Event Director Ryan Slater. “From music and food, to art and family-friendly experiences, this inclusive community event is the official start to summer fun.”
Guests near and far can enjoy the following activities at Boulder Creek Festival:
Creekside Beer Fest: More than 20 breweries such as Avery Brewing Company, Upslope Brewing Company, and FlyteCo Brewing, will be pouring their best suds at this all-inclusive tasting May 27 and 28. Food for the beer festival will be provided by Boulder’s own Bohemian Biergarten. The full brewery list will be announced at a later time.
Creekside for Kids: Fun for the whole family— enjoy concerts for kids by Jeff & Paige, interactive performances, games, attractions, and much more.
Live music: More than 30 musical artists, from rock to reggae, will be playing throughout the weekend. Full lineup to be announced in April.
Street Wise Art Battle: Located at the Boulder Creek Festival Art Zone, this partnership with Street Wise Arts includes ten artists that have been hand-selected to participate in this epic painting competition. Their works of art will be displayed in Boulder throughout the year. Stop by and vote for your favorite artist and watch them work on their masterpieces. The first prize winner will receive a cash prize.
Local eats: From vegan and vegetarian to international cuisine and carnival favorites, more than 15 tasty food trucks and vendors will be serving up their delicious creations
NEW in 2023 - Free skate demos and lessons in the library’s parking lot in partnership Square State Skate all weekend. On Sunday 303 Board Shop will take over 13th Street for a pro-am skate demo and jam.
“This year's Boulder Creek Festival promises to be one of the best yet. With an incredible lineup of musical acts, delicious food vendors, and activities for all ages, there's something for everyone to enjoy,” says City of Boulder Events Manager Justin Greenstein. “We can't wait to see you there!"
The Boulder Creek Festival takes place along the Boulder Creek from 9th Street to 14th Street between Canyon Boulevard and Arapahoe Avenue. Artist, volunteer, sponsor and vendor opportunities are still available through the website.
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About Boulder Creek Festival
Taking place May 26th - 29th, 2023, Boulder Creek Festival® is Boulder’s weekend. Hosted annually for more than 30 years, the event is the unofficial kickoff to summer in Boulder, and features three days of festivities, including 30+ bands and performances; food and beverage, ranging from food trucks to healthy vegetarian eats; a curated marketplace showcasing 200+ local makers, fine art and more; a business bazaar; a Creekside Beer Festival showcasing Colorado breweries; and a Creekside for Kids area with family-friendly activities and entertainment. At its core, the festival is a Boulder-centric event produced for and by the community. For more information, visit www.bouldercreekfest.com, or follow @bouldercreekfest on Instagram and @bouldercreekfestival on Facebook.
About Team Player Productions
Founded more than 25 years ago in Denver, Team Player Productions (TPP) has produced and managed more than 400 events around the country, raising more than $2 million for its various nonprofit partners. TPP has created and continues to produce beloved annual events including Vail Wine Classic, Breckenridge Wine Classic and Vail Craft Beer Classic, and adopted others, such as Denver Burger Battle, Boulder Creek Festival, and Vail Oktoberfest. The company was also the originator of events including Taste of Fort Collins, Steamboat Wine Festival and Park City Food & Wine Classic. TPP consults and produces events for a portfolio of clients as well, such as Goose Island Beer Co., Blue Point Brewing Co., Great Divide Brewing Company, Odell Brewing Company, Red Bull, City of Centennial, Anheuser-Busch, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and City of Littleton. For more information, visit TPPEvents.com, or follow @TPPEvents on Facebook and @TeamPlayerProductions on Instagram.
About City of Boulder
Located approximately 30 miles northwest of Denver at an elevation of 5,430 feet, the City of Boulder is home to 108,250 residents and the state's largest institution of higher learning, the University of Colorado. Boulder is a world-class destination with over 300 miles of public hiking and biking facilities. Its spectacular scenery includes more than 45,000 acres of open space. Boulder is a home-rule municipality that is self-governed under the Constitution of the State of Colorado. To learn more about the City of Boulder, visit their website or follow @cityofboulder on Instagram and Facebook.