Highly acclaimed Shakespeare festival
Colorado Shakespeare Festival
Why locals love it
Touted as "one of the top 3 Shakespeare festivals in the country", the Colorado Shakespeare Festival is put on by a professional acting company established in 1958 with the help of student interns and community volunteers. The worldly troupe of actors, directors, designers and artisans draws over 25,000 people every summer.
Why you should visit it
In addition to the obvious Shakespeare works, other classic and contemporary plays are staged in an indoor university theater and the Mary Rippon Outdoor Theater. Apart from the remarkable talent of the artists invloved, Boulder's nearly always comfortable climate makes seeing an open air production here especially enjoyable.
Special tip
Shows can sell out, so purchasing tickets ahead of time online is advised. The festival runs from June through August.