Thornton Things to Do

More than 25,000 visitors a year show up to gander at the stars and peek at other planets in this popular planetarium on the University of Colorado campus. The heavens are on display beneath the funky dome most Friday nights du... more

Searching for the precise right time? Then step into this unassuming Bauhaus structure and set your watch to the atomic clock, the nation's official timekeeper. Ultimately this educational haven is a place for researchers to de... more

This locals' favorite is considered by many to be the best and most difficult single-track mountain biking terrain along the Front Range. From the notorious, heart-pounding climb up rocky Belcher Hill Trail to the thrilling des... more

While the gilded dome of this building may attract the attention of visitors, the history and stunning architectural features inside holds their real interest. Standing precisely one mile above sea level, its observation deck o... more

This somewhat new addition to the Boulder dining scene meshes a strange mix of coffeehouse chic with wine tasting elegance to create a "this-place-is-happening" feel. Sleek dinner tables are bordered by sofas for the coffee dri... more

Some of the best DJs in the world wait with baited breath to play their music at this top-notch dance club. SOMA opened in 1998, and has since then been one of the hottest and wildest spots in town. Wednesday through Saturday,... more

This improvisational troupe promises healthy doses of laughter and a show that is never the same twice. Though designed for adults, the content is suitable for children. Liquor flows on the premises, so an adult must accompany... more

Specializing in Coastal Mexican fare, Lola offers an array of traditionally prepared dishes - from Ceviches and Smoked Duck Gorditas, to Whole Grilled Fish and Carne Asada smothered in dark molé. You can call the guacamole cart... more

Denver's annual flick festival showcases more than 150 domestic and international independent films, ranging from short presentations to documentaries to feature lengths. The event, rapidly growing in prestige, attracts known c... more

This paved path, free of motorized vehicles, brings walkers, bikers and inline skaters from the eastern edge of Boulder proper to the mountains. Winding along Boulder Creek, the trail accesses shady, grassy picnic areas and tro... more