Hike We Like: First Creek Trail Near DIA

Despite its proximity to the noisy interstate and the ever-busy DIA, First Creek is a reprieve from the hustle-and-bustle—and a perfect layover for weary travelers and suburbanites alike.

My Father’s Final Gift

When it came to preparing for the end of his life, my father planned for the worst, knowing that would be best for me.

Election 2018: What Happened in Colorado

Whether you're red, blue, or somewhere in between, the 2018 midterm election was a historic one for the Centennial State.

Need a Distraction From the Nonstop News Cycle? We’ve Got You Covered

You're tired. We're tired. Get off the proverbial hamster wheel with this list of (not super political!) things to read, listen to, and watch, straight from 5280's editorial staffers.

High-Country Hut Trips: High Lonesome Hut

“Voices from the Edge” Brings Stories from Those Facing Hard Times to the Stage

Emotions will be present. Bring tissues.

5280’s Most-Read Food and Booze Stories of 2017

Get an extra helping of the year’s most popular—and delicious!—eat and drink stories.

Winter in the City

We've come up with 65 ways to stir up your body, mind, and palate (not to mention your cabin-fever-mad kids)—so you don't go stir-crazy this season.

Why Denver’s Streets Are Dangerous—And How To Make Them Safer

More than 600 people died on Colorado roadways in 2016, and in Denver, traffic fatalities have gone up every year since 2005. Why is this happening—and what can we do about it?

Classic Denver

Sure, you’ve tried all the hot new places. But what about the old? Here, our list of the restaurants, landmarks, museums, events, and more that make Denver special.

The International Church of Cannabis Opens 4/20

With its grand opening just around the corner, the team behind the church for "Elevationists" is carefully managing legal and neighborhood concerns.

Colorado Bookshelf: “Books For Living”

New York Times bestseller Will Schwalbe’s newest work is one for the voracious reader in all of us.

Local Organizations that Support Immigrants and Refugees in Colorado

President Trump’s recent executive order on immigrants and refugees has put added pressure on these communities. Here are six local organizations that are helping this underserved population.

Scenes from the Women’s March on Denver

On Saturday, more than 100,000 gathered in and around Civic Center Park to publicly reject President Donald Trump's divisive rhetoric and rally for equality for all citizens. 

Emerge Colorado Is Training More Women Than Ever to Run for Office

In the wake of the 2016 presidential election, an unprecedented number of American women are showing interest in holding political office. Meet five Coloradans who are part of this historic shift. 

First-Timer’s Guide: Zion National Park

One of Utah's five national parks, this Southwestern gem is brimming with adventure.

The Guide to Shopping In Denver

We scouted the metro area for its best shops—and found 87 of them.

First-Timer’s Guide: Morrison

The best way to spend a Saturday this fall? Exploring this charming, pint-sized town. 

Nurture Your Inner Flower Child At ARISE This Weekend

Meditation workshops? Check. Yoga? Check. A musical buffet of laid-back reggae, folk, and electronica? Naturally.

Hike We Like: St. Mary’s Glacier

It’s safe to say this quick and accessible adventure should be on every Coloradan's bucket list.

Night Skies

This is part of a series published fresh each week.

4 Colorado Design Lover’s Getaways

Satiate your adventurous spirit and your thirst for style at these vacation retreats.

The Ultimate List of Denver’s Top Tacos

We’ve got what you want: 52 of the city's best tacos—one for each week of the year.

Denver’s 20 Best Food Markets

Where to shop for specialty cheeses, halal meats, Bulgarian pastries, yam flour, fresh tortillas, and more.

First-Timer’s Guide: Vail

Ditch your car and don your winter wear. Lionshead-Vail Village is a skier's—and pedestrian's—paradise.

New Day Shelter Opens Downtown

The Denver Rescue Mission's Lawrence Street Community Center held its grand opening today, despite legal setbacks.  

Our Town: Can These Big Ideas Solve Homelessness?

While there is no perfect solution to this complex issue, we look at a few programs that the city of Denver is using to address homeless—and rank their effectiveness.

Our Town: What Would You Put On A Sign If You Were Homeless?

See what seven people affected by homelessness in Denver used the real estate of a cardboard sign to convey.

Books That Double as Art

Go ahead, says Boulder-based Juniper Books: Judge a book by its cover.

Our Town: Get Involved

Want to help? Find out what items shelters need donated, what services are expanding, and what you can do the next time you see someone holding a sign.