Here's what's happening in Boulder on August 17, 2025:
- Fall Welcome at CU Boulder begins today to greet new and returning students. Orientation events and campus festivities are scheduled throughout the week, including a welcome table at Norlin Library and community gatherings.
- Gold Panning Event at the Nederland Mining Museum is taking place between noon and 2pm. Participants can try out gold panning, a nod to Boulder County’s mining history. Registration is required for this family-friendly activity.
- Community Cuddles is being hosted for adults seeking a safe and consensual space for touch and connection, with a structured agenda of icebreakers, socializing, and closing circle this afternoon on Valmont Road.
- The Spyder Sample Sale (outdoor sportswear) has flyers at Peachfest, with today being the last day to shop until 5pm. The event is at 1700 Coal Creek Dr. Unit 1.
- Arts & Culture: Highlights include a Marlee Matlin film event at the Dairy Arts Center and the BETC play “Cry it Out,” both happening in local theaters.
- CU Buffs Football Season and other university sporting events ramp up, with women's soccer playing at 1pm at the CU Boulder campus.
- No major incidents or public safety emergencies were reported in Boulder today as per recent police and emergency status updates.
In summary, Boulder is filled with welcoming, arts, sports, and community events today, and there are no reports of notable incidents or emergencies.
