Best of the West 2014 – Entertainment

GOLF:

INDIAN PEAKS GOLF COURSE

Indian Peaks’ 18 hole is composed of an abundance of trees, bunkers, lakes, and creeks. In addition to the beautiful course, designed by Colorado native Hale Irwin, the club offers chipping and practice greens. 2300 Indian Peaks Trail, Lafayette

FESTIVAL:

LAFAYETTE PEACH FESTIVAL

Peaches are synonymous with things that make you smile, like tasty cobblers and pies, which is why it’s a no-brainer that the Lafayette Peach Festival is such a crowd favorite. Over 30,000 peaches are carted in from Palisade for the festival—and folks from all over flock to the area to get a juicy bite.

LIVE MUSIC VENUE: 

NISSI’S

The days of dinner and show might be dwindling but Nissi’s is working hard to keep it alive. Some of the best local talent plays here. Music-enthusiasts can enjoy a show, grab a bite to eat, and sip a cocktail, all without leaving the table. 2675 Northpark Dr, Lafayette

MOVIE  THEATER:

AMC FLATIRON CROSSING 14

Movie dates turn into a dinner, dessert or drink date, and a nice stroll around the mall. AMC Flatirons recently underwent renovations with La-Z-Boy-style recliners. 61 W Flatiron Crossing Dr, Broomfield

GALLERY: 

CREATIVE FRAMING ART GALLERY

The owner Janet Russell is also the mastermind behind Louisville’s popular First Friday Art Walks. She’s always ready to describe the rotating art from a mix of local and national artists that adorn the gallery’s walls. 916 Main St, Louisville

MUSEUM:

BOULDER MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART

An endless rotation of the finest artists and curators find themselves here. But the latest exhibit “The Flood Project” carries chilling echoes of what is and will be. 1750 13th St, Boulder

THEATRE COMPANY:

THE DAIRY CENTER  FOR THE ARTS

The Dairy Center for the Arts has been a community cornerstone in Boulder since 2000 after leaving their milk factory days behind and instead opting for sidesplitting comedies, dramas, and housing eleven arts organization offices. 2590 Walnut St, Boulder

LONGMONT THEATRE COMPANY

For more than 50 years, this theatre company has been the place to see a variety of shows in BoCo. Most commonly asked for production? Fiddler on the Roof. 513 Main St, Longmont