- Call for art! Boulder Art Association Member Artists are invited to be part of a Small Works show at the BAA Community Studio. Learn more about this member opportunity.
- The Dairy Arts Center will begin accepting requests for dates in its venues from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The first round of applications will be open from Nov. 1 - 8. The second round of applications opens Jan. 6. View the rental rate sheet to learn more about pricing.
- Applications are now open for the Pearl Street Arts Fest, happening July 18 - 20, 2025. Occurring in the height of the tourist season, Pearl Street Arts Fest typically attracts more than 50,000 attendees. The deadline to apply is Feb. 20, 2025.
- The Canyon Theater at the Boulder Public Library is now available for community use! The space seats 190 audience members and is free to use for up to 16 hours per month. Events must be free to attend. Learn more and request the space for your next event.
- Trash the Runway 25 applications are now available. Please turn the application into Common Threads, Boulder by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 22.
- Colorado Creative Industries has announced the Equity Arts Learning 2025-26 grant cycle. Letters of Intent from eligible Colorado arts and culture nonprofits and schools can be submitted now through Nov. 22. Learn more about grant guidelines and watch informational videos.
- The East End Community Chair Project launched in Downtown Boulder, featuring five pairs of unique Adirondack-style chairs that are installed in spots throughout the East End of Pearl Street. Support your local artists and vote for your favorite pair of chairs through Dec. 14, 2024. The first, second and third place winning artists will receive a cash prize.
- Check out the Boulder County Arts Alliance Event Calendar to explore artistic happening throughout the community!
Arts and Culture Resources
Stay up to date with the latest resources and opportunities for artists in the Colorado area.
Recent Opportunities
City of Boulder
Local/State Resources
- Arts Incubator of the Rockies
- Boulder County Arts Alliance (BCAA)
- Colorado Association of Funders
- Colorado Creative Industries
- Colorado Dance Education Organization
- Colorado Visitor’s Bureau
- Community Foundation Boulder County
- Denver Actors Fund
- El Pomar Foundation
- Kroger Community Foundation
- Presenting Denver
- Rose Community Foundation
- Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD)
- Social Venture Partners
- Think360Arts: Teaching Artists
- WESTAF
National Resources
Emergency Support
- The National Coalition for Arts’ Preparedness & Emergency Response is a voluntary task force of national, regional, state and local arts organizations, and other agencies. They have the capacity and ability to respond effectively to disasters and emergencies affecting the arts and culture sector.
- Americans for the Arts Public Art Network
- Call for Entry (Café)
- City of Longmont
- City of Loveland
- Denver Arts and Venues
- Town of Lyons
Fiscal Sponsorship
Literary
Media
Residencies
Visual
- Art Cantina
- Art Deadlines List
- Artshow
- Call for Entry (Café)
- College Art Association
- Professional Artist Magazine
Have a suggestion to add to our list? Email culturalplan@bouldercolorado.gov.