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Oh my gourd, the fall season is upon us (see what I did there… punny isn’t it). Before the snow settles in and ski season takes over, there’s still plenty of autumn left to enjoy in the Foothills. Here are a few ideas on ways to make the most of it:

Haunted Houses & Ghostly Haunts
You couldn’t personally pay me enough money to go into a haunted house. Nope, not for me. So I find it tough to comprehend why some of you all actually want to go into those god forsaken places and are willing to pay for the opportunity to be scared. Alas, to each their own. You could make a trip to Evergreen’s Brook Forest Inn and search for paranormal activity. Or, check out Evergreen’s scariest haunted house, Nightmare at 1520

Apple Picking & Orchards
A fall tradition as American as apple pie. Take a short drive to Ya Ya Farm & Orchard in Longmont for a classic fall apple picking day. Get yourself some apple cider, apple donuts, apple pie, or whatever else you can think of to get into the spirit.

Pumpkin Patches
Grab that pumpkin spiced latte and chase that fall charm – Munson Farms in Boulder delivers the full fall experience: hayrides, cider, and rows of pumpkins to be picked. A little closer to home, JP Pumpkin Patch in Evergreen can get you in the spirit nicely as well.

Corn Mazes
Get lost (on purpose) in one of Colorado’s classic corn mazes. There’s something oddly satisfying about wandering through the tall stalks on a clear and crisp autumn evening. Chatfield Farms runs a 7 acre corn maze open every Friday and Saturday through the end of the month.

Quiet Ski Town Getaway
You can have your haunted houses, this is my personal favorite. Head on up to your favorite ski town, and enjoy a laid back weekend away before the ski season kicks off. Crowds are fewer, restaurants are less busy, and lodging is less expensive. The mountains still look as majestic as always

RECIPE

With the cooler temps that have rolled in, I wanted to share a simple (and wildly delicious) recipe we’ve been loving lately: Better Than Takeout Dan Dan Noodles, from Half Baked Harvest.

If you’ve cooked from HBH before, you know the recipes, while amazing, can sometimes feel like a full kitchen production – lots of steps, tons of pans, and way too many dishes. But this one bucks that trend. it’s quick, packed with flavor, and you can whip it up in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a night when you want something delicious without the chaos.

THE BRIEFING

Sunrise 7:12 AM
Sunset 6:22 PM
Fire Bans - None
Days until ski season - 10
(Wolf Creek opening Oct. 24)

THE TRADING POST

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Golden Garages has your solution for not enough garage space for all the boats, RVs, and outdoor gear that life in the Foothills requires. Located just off 6th Ave on the way to the hills, get a space to call your own. Waitlist open now, with spaces set to deliver in September 2026.

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TUESDAY

Rooney Road Trailhead, Morrison- Mountain Bike ride with JeffCo Mountain Bike Club, 5pm. RSVP on Strava

Colorado Tap House, Arvada- Nomadic Fire Mobile Sauna on site, 5-9pm. Save your spot

The Wild Game, Evergreen- Pumpkin Happy Hour, 5:30-7pm. Funky

Green Mountain Brewery, Lakewood- Weekly Run Club, 6pm. Run, then beers

Gnarly’s Theater, Golden- Trickster Tuesday Family Magic Show, 7-9pm. Laughs for all

WEDNESDAY

Mountain Area Land Trust, Evergreen- Bison 101 with Denver Mountain Parks. Learn more

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Wandering Book Co Pop Up, 5-8pm. Magic of books

Miners Saloon, Golden- Live music Wednesdays, 6-9pm.

Earth Sweet Boutique, Golden- DIY Shower Steamers Make & Take Class, 6-8pm. Fight Flu Season

Barrels & Bottles, Golden- Live music with Andy Eppler, 6-9pm.

Bentgate Mountaineering, Golden- Ski Waxing Clinic with Swix, 6-8pm. Sign Up

The Golden Mill, Golden- Pitch-A-Friend: Millennial Edition & Costume Party, 6:30-8:30pm. Back by poplar demand

THURSDAY

Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Golden- Whale of a Used Book Sale (all weekend). Good time

Mountain Toad Brewing, Golden- Cheese Night with Cheese Ranch, 5-10pm. Beer & Cheez

Runner’s Roost, Golden- Weekly Run Club, meet at 6pm

BP Run Co, Wheat Ridge- Weekly run club, starting at 6pm. Lace ‘em up

Cactus Jack’s Saloon, Evergreen- Thank you Thursday. Locals get 10% off all day while the kitchen is open, and a great warm up for Open Mic Night 👇️ 

Cactus Jack’s Saloon, Evergreen- Almost Famous Open Mic Night, starting at 7pm

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Music by the Mesa: Chris Thompson & Friends, 6-9pm. Have fun

State 38 Distilling, Golden- Copper & Cocktails: A Crafty Distillery Night, 6pm. Get tickets

Goosetown Station, Golden- Live music with Tribe of Goats, 6pm. Tix

The Woodcellar, Evergreen- The Almighty Open Mic night, 7-11pm. Show off

FRIDAY

Revive Church, Arvada- Jefferson County State of the Region Forum, 8-9:30am. Happenings

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Loveland Ski Area Pass Sale, 4-8pm. Raise a glass, grab a pass

Cheese Ranch Artisan Deli, Golden- Fondue Friday, 5pm. Yummy

Buchanan Park, Evergreen- Haunted Halloween Trail, 5-8:30pm. Trick or Treat

Little Bear Saloon, Evergreen- Brian Hornbuckle Band, 8-11pm. Hard hittin’ country

SATURDAY

Parfet Park, Golden- Outdoor Yoga for all levels (last date for the season), 9-10am. Learn more

Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden- Harvest Haunt: Annual Halloween themed event, 9am-5pm. Costumes encouraged

George Downing Playhouse, Silver Plume- Haunted Yoga, 10am-11:30am. Spooky Flow

Snowpack Taproom, Conifer- Saturday Morning Yoga, 10-11am. Flow State

Parfet Park, Golden- Golden Festifall, 1-4pm. Fall Celebration

Mad Macks Brewing, Golden- Fall Craft Fair, 3-10pm. Pumpkin Latte Beer Release

Aspen Peak Cellars, Bailey- Harvest Wine Club Dinner with live music, 6:30-9pm. Get tickets

The Woodcellar, Evergreen- Home Team: Music of Widespread Panic, 8pm. Jam on

SUNDAY

Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden- Harvest Haunt: Annual Halloween themed event, 9am-5pm. Costumes encouraged

Golden Outpost, Golden- Country Market, 10am-3pm. Yeehaw

Mountain Toad Brewing, Golden- Board Game Night, 5pm-close. Have fun

MONDAY

Golden Mill, Golden- Hope Chest Night Out supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 5-8pm. Good Cause

Golden Game Guild, Golden- Teach Me to Play Mondays, 6-9pm. Learn new games

New Terrain Brewing Co, Golden- Yoga on Tap 🧘 Yoga from 6-7pm, beers anytime. Get your ticket

Men cruising the streets of Morrison, 1890.

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