Arts & Culture
In 2023, Colorado Governor Jared Polis proclaimed the first day of Black History Month each year as the Center for African and African American Studies Day. This anniversary event is open to the public and its original location has been moved to the Glenn Miller Ballroom.
Dress to impress and join the African Student Association for its first African Royalty Fashion Show, a night of culture meant to educate, enlighten and embrace African elegance and diversity.
Join the Center for African & African American Studies for a Kwanzaa celebration honoring the rich traditions of the Nguzo Saba—the seven principles of Kwanzaa, which emphasize family, community and culture.
The Center for Student Involvement and A Queer Endeavor, a nationally renowned center for gender and sexuality in the CU Boulder School of Education, are co-hosting a screening and discussion about the path-breaking documentary, “Reclaiming the Narrative: A Documentary About LGBTQ+ Students.”
Free and open to all, Indigenous Peoples Day events beginning Oct. 8 will include a screening of “Crow Country: Our Right to Food Sovereignty” followed by a discussion with director Tsanavi Spoonhunter, knowledge-keeper talks, breakout sessions and more. Get details and plan to attend what interests you!
The Oct. 6 concert “When You Wish Upon a Star” promises an unforgettable night of musical reverie, blending the iconic melodies of beloved Disney classics with the spirited improvisations of jazz.
Film scholars and media art enthusiasts will celebrate the work of New York-based filmmakers Ken and Flo Jacobs at this event hosted by The Brakhage Center for Media Arts and the University Libraries.
This year’s Culture Crawl, Sept. 19–20, will feature local artists, performers, exhibits and the chance to explore your inner artist. Plus, the first 35 attendees at each location will get a free Culture Crawl T-shirt.
This campuswide event features 15 free and engaging arts and culture events, including art exhibitions, musical performances, art-making, prize giveaways and more.
Now in its fourth year and hosted by CU Boulder’s College of Media, Communication and Information, the Mimesis Documentary Festival invites the general public to attend screenings, workshops and more.