According to most recent data from Dean Callan’s quarterly reporting, vacancy rates sit at roughly a sobering 29% in the downtown area and about 13% to 17% across the rest of the community.

Throw into that high office vacancy mix Boulder’s status as a leading town for remote work — with nearing 30% of our workforce checking-in via their computers.  The result is a once bustling community of 100,000 workers now wishing it could return to the days when we worried more about commuter traffic than restaurants closing due to reduced customer traffic.

Celebrate our local history and tradition while bringing a smile to the faces of everyone on your holiday mailing and gift list!

Cards, puzzles, and wine on sale at select retail locations, and cards are also available for purchase in the online store.

This year’s event will feature a National Economic Forecast by Dr. Richard Wobbekind, a Local Economic Forecast by Brian Lewandowski and presentation by our State Demographer, Kate Watkins.

The Boulder Chamber, in collaboration with Boulder County Arts Alliance, seeks to commission a professional local artist, illustrator, or designer to create an original image for licensing as the 2026 Boulder Star holiday card.

Open to All Professional Visual Artists, Illustrators, and Designers in the Boulder Region.

Open December 1, 2025 - January 30, 2026.

For over four decades, the Chamber has brought the Boulder community together to honor the leaders and individuals who inspire and motivate. This popular event offers terrific opportunities for connecting with top business and civic leaders while celebrating the best of Boulder.

Nomination window: November 10, 2025 - January 9, 2026

The Economic Summit, which attracted about 375 attendees, was designed to bring some clarity to what’s happening, with presentations on higher education, city government’s role in economic vitality, key industries, the overall economy and the impact of the Sundance Film Festival.