The Boulder County Fair opened its 156th edition this week, with rodeos, derby crashes and carnival lights taking over the edge of town.
Why it matters: The event is Colorado’s oldest fair — predating statehood — and still brings together generations of families and 4-H kids, artists and thrill-seekers.
If you go: The event is at the Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Road, on the edge of Longmont and runs through Sunday…