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Local produce and novelty goods are back on Main Street starting May 20
We’re bringing novelty goods and local entertainment conveniently to Main Street starting on Wednesday, May 20 from 5 to 8 p.m. for the 2026 monthly Superior Summer Market series that will run through October.
Downtown Superior (2250 Main St.) will be alive with merchants, meals and music to enjoy with family and friends.
Your shopping list made easy with the best in local produce!
There will be dozens of local vendors at each event. From Natural Homestead Beef's ranch-raised meats to Forte Fruits' produce, vendors will offer dairy, snacks, take-and-go meals and sweet treats — all a short walk down Main Street.
Downtown food with live music from John McKay Band!
The John McKay Band runs the musical gamut from jam band to folk rock to world music. Their sound blends classic rock and folk roots with a modern, contemporary feel.
Pair the music with food from one of the many vendors at the market.
Find each market’s vendor list, market dates and all the other fun things happening at SuperiorColorado.gov/SummerMarket.
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Town of Superior and SAFEbuilt host community events for Building Safety Month
The Town of Superior invites the community to participate in two events coordinated in honor of the 46th annual Building Safety Month.
Throughout May, the Town, in conjunction with SAFEbuilt, will participate in the worldwide campaign presented by the International Code Council (ICC), its members and partners to promote building safety. This year’s campaign, “Built to Last,” highlights how modern building codes, safety professionals and resilient construction practices protect homes and communities around the world.
Superior will have two sessions for community members, both held in the Industrial Mine Room at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road).
Resident Q&A Session
Wednesday, May 13 | 3 to 5 p.m.
Residents can receive assistance navigating the recent building code updates and ask questions about building permit applications, requirements, processes, and more.
Contractor Presentation
Wednesday, May 27 | Noon to 2 p.m.
Contractors working in Superior can attend a presentation highlighting the new Metro Cohort Model Code, based on the 2024 IECC, followed by a Q&A session.
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Town asks residents to use water wisely this spring
Colorado is experiencing extreme drought conditions, and it's crucial to do our part and use our water wisely.
Fortunately, as a Town, we have a strong water portfolio and are no longer projecting a water shortage for this year. Because of this, we are lifting the voluntary water restrictions.
However, other municipalities are not as fortunate, and we should do our part to conserve water. The ongoing drought, low snowpack, and warm temperatures are putting a strain on available water in Colorado. Your water usage plays a meaningful role in preserving our shared resources and maintaining system reliability.
To reduce water waste and keep landscapes healthy, please consider the following practices:
1. Water early in the morning (before 10 a.m.) or in the evening (after 6 p.m.) to minimize evaporation.
2. Adjust sprinkler heads to ensure water lands on landscaping, not pavement.
3. Use cycle-and-soak methods (shorter, repeated watering cycles) to allow water to absorb into the soil.
4. Water only when needed; lawns typically require about 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week, including rainfall.
- Lawns need less water in the spring and fall
- During warm summer months, water lawns 2-3 times per week
5. Install smart controllers or rain sensors to adjust watering schedules automatically.
The Town has programs to help, including free sprinkler audits through Resource Central and a rebates on smart controllers and drip irrigation for your yard. Visit the Town’s water conservation page to learn more.
By taking simple steps to improve irrigation efficiency, each household can help conserve thousands of gallons of water over the course of the season. These voluntary measures support the long-term sustainability of Superior’s water system and help ensure adequate supply for essential needs.
You can find more information about water conservation in this article prepared by the Town of Superior.
We appreciate your cooperation and commitment to responsible water use.
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Town Council and Advisory Committee News
Recent Town Council actions
The Superior Town Council makes many decisions over the course of each month that affect residents and help to direct Town staff. Review the most recent Town Council actions from April 2026. You can reach the Town Council by email at towncouncil@superiorcolorado.gov.
Connect with the Superior Town Council in an informal setting at First Fridays
Come together with other residents and Superior Town Council members for First Fridays Coffee on Friday, May 1 from 7:45 to 9:30 a.m. at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road).
First Fridays offers a relaxed setting to engage in conversations about important Town matters. We'll have the coffee ready — just bring your questions, concerns, and positive updates to share!
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Explore Superior's rich history this Saturday, May 2
Experience Superior as it was 100 years ago during the Historical Commission Annual Historic Walk, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on May 2. This free event offers a fresh perspective on the Town and our fascinating past.
Participants will meet at Grasso Park (100 E. William St.) and should plan on walking at least 2 miles to the Industrial Mine site.
Please remember: Wear appropriate shoes and clothing for the hiking terrain and weather. Don't forget to bring your own hydration!
If you want to have even more historical fun, stop by the Asti Park Historical Museum (110 W. Maple St.) and/or the Grasso Park Interim Historical Museum (112 E. William St.) ahead of the Historic Walk. The museums will be open on May 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Advisory Committees offer opportunities to serve your community
Are you looking to make a difference in your community? The Town's Advisory Committees provide a chance to showcase your skills, collaborate with your neighbors, and contribute to the place you call home.
Current openings are:
- Advisory Committee for Environmental Sustainability: Three Openings
- Cultural Arts and Public Spaces Advisory Committee: Three Openings
- Open Space Advisory Committee: One Opening
- Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee: Four Openings
Interested? Learn more and apply today by visiting the Town of Superior Advisory Committees webpage or reach out to Mikaela Gregg by email or by phone at 303-499-3675, ext.128.
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Public Works and Utilities
Rock Creek Parkway construction underway
Rock Creek Parkway construction started in April and will continue through October.
Work includes full reconstruction of the roadway, curb and gutter improvements, upgraded sidewalks, and enhanced bike and pedestrian facilities. A single-lane roundabout will be installed at the intersection of Rock Creek Parkway and Coal Creek Drive. The roundabout at 88th Street and Rock Creek Parkway will be reduced to a single-lane roundabout, improving safety for all users.
During construction, there will be temporary lane and road closures with detour routes set up as needed, as well as periodic sidewalk closures.
Please also be aware that the construction on Rock Creek Parkway will affect some 4th of July events, including the Downhill Mile and parade. There will still be plenty of fun for everyone, with an expanded carnival-style 4th of July festival to celebrate our country’s 250th and our state’s 150th birthdays. Stay tuned for all the fun details!
The Town Projects webpage will remain updated to keep you informed as the project progresses.
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Town stabilizing unpaved roads in Original Town
The Town is stabilizing all unpaved roads in Original Town, including the alleys, 5th Avenue, and portions of Charles and West William streets.
The work includes leveling and compacting the existing surfaces, placing 3 inches of new millings, applying a stabilization treatment and then compacting the new millings with a wet roller. This work results in a hardened asphalt-like surface.
Following treatment, the Town will perform a chip seal on the surface, which is generally applied to roads to improve longevity. Once complete, the roads will have a hard surface that will eliminate dust and can be plowed, with a useful life of five to seven years.
Visit the Town Projects webpage to stay informed.
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Concrete repairs and replacement occurring in public right-of-way
In April, the Superior Town Council approved a construction agreement for concrete work throughout Superior, the majority of which will occur in the Rock Creek neighborhood.
This project includes repairing and replacing damaged concrete sections, as well as the installation of a new concrete bike ramp entrance to 88th Street near Promenade Drive. Find more information and keep up-to-date on this project by visiting the Town Projects webpage.
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Indiana Street reconstruction project kicks off in May
A portion of Indiana Street from North Torreys Peak to McCaslin Boulevard will be reconstructed later this month.
The project includes the full reconstruction of the roadway, curb and gutter improvements, upgraded sidewalks, and enhanced bike and pedestrian facilities.
Construction will start after Memorial Day and be completed before the beginning of the 2026-27 school year to avoid impacting school traffic.
During construction there will be temporary lane and road closures with detour routes set up as needed, as well as periodic sidewalk closures.
Stay informed on the project by visiting the Town Projects webpage.
Map depicting the block of Indiana Street where construction will occur.
Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Calling all Superior artists! Participate in the inaugural Superior Mural Festival
Are you looking to leave your mark on the Town? We have an exciting opportunity for all Superior artists!
Apply to participate in the inaugural Superior Mural Festival, and you might see your artwork on walls around Town.
The new festival, presented by Street Wise Arts in partnership with the Town, aims to activate Superior's public spaces, foster community pride, and support local artists. It will be held on Oct. 4 in Downtown Superior in conjunction with the Fall Festival and the final Summer Market of the season.
Boulder's Street Wise Arts collaborated with the Cultural Arts and Public Spaces Advisory Committee (CAPS) to select walls of varying sizes for the festival. The Town and CAPS selected a theme of nature and regrowth, encouraging artists to consider contemporary, unique, and creative approaches to the theme within their mural designs.
Interested? Visit SuperiorMuralFestival.com to learn more and apply to participate through the Boulder County Arts Alliance. Applications are open through May 31.
Stay tuned for more details on the new festival!
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2026 4th of July T-shirt design contest deadline extended to May 10
We're looking for local creatives to design the official 2026 4th of July T-shirt!
Please submit your T-shirt design through the official Google Form by Friday, May 10.
This year's theme is "Superior Pride throughout Time," in celebration of America's 250th and Colorado's 150th anniversaries. We want to see a design that shows your take on Superior pride over the years!
Guidelines:
- Must be a Superior resident
- Design must be appropriate for all ages
- Limited to three or fewer colors; T-shirt will be white
- The Town reserves the right to add "Town of Superior" and "4th of July 2026" to the design if it isn't already incorporated
- No use of AI is allowed
Questions? Email Allison Humphries at allisonh@superiorcolorado.gov.
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Splash into the summer at Superior's pools
Exciting news! Superior's pools open for the summer on Friday, May 22.
Pool admission is free for Superior residents, but a no-cost SplashPass is required to access the North Pool (1650 S. Indiana St.) and the South Pool (3300 Huron Peak Ave.). Even if you had a SplashPass last year, everyone must re-register for 2026. You can renew your old key card or pick up a new SplashPass key card at the Superior Community Center.
Sign up now! The Masters Swim Program, open to swimmers of all abilities and commitment levels who want to swim with other adults, kicks off May 26. Group and private swim lessons begin June 1.
Visit the outdoor pools webpage on our Town website for SplashPass details, pool schedules, swim lesson information, and more. Stay tuned for information on upcoming pool events!
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Boulder Film Friends in Superior continues in May
Don't miss the next screening in the Boulder Film Friends in Superior series! This is a free monthly independent film series presented by the Town of Superior's Cultural Arts and Public Spaces Advisory Committee.
"The Life of Chuck"
Friday, May 29 | 6 p.m.
Superior Civic Space
2250 Main St., Suite 1001
Language: English
Runtime: 111 minutes
Rating: R
"The Life of Chuck" is a genre-bending, nonlinear drama based on a Stephen King novella, directed by Mike Flanagan. Told in three acts in reverse chronological order, it follows the life of Charles "Chuck" Krantz (Tom Hiddleston) from his death from a brain tumor at 39 back to his childhood, celebrating the ordinary, beautiful, and profound moments of human existence.
Questions? Contact Arts & History Supervisor Jennifer "JG" Garner at jenniferg@superiorcolorado.gov or 303-499-3675, ext. 167.
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Flock together for World Migratory Bird Day on May 9
World Migratory Bird Day is back!
Join the Town of Superior's Open Space Advisory Committee from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 9 at Purple Park (1310 S. Pitkin Ave.) for a free event focused on our feathered friends.
Explore interactive booths, including a live raptor demonstration, learn bird-friendly practices, celebrate Superior's Bird City Colorado designation, and enjoy a guided bird walk around local ponds.
Learn more at MigratoryBirdDay.org.
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Koppenberg Bicycle Race returns to Superior on May 3
After five years, the Koppenberg Bicycle Race is back!
Cyclists will race on a 5.5-mile course that starts and ends on South 76th Street in Superior. The race will run from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 3.
Please be aware that while roads will remain open, the race will impact traffic along the course. Major intersections, including Sycamore and South 76th streets, will be controlled by the Boulder County Sheriff's Office. The course map is available below. Parking is available at the far end of the public lots, but please do not park directly in front of the Target, Costco, or any other major shopping center.
It's not too late!You can pre-register for the race until the end of the day on Friday, May 1. Race day registration is available, but the price will increase. Find out more and register on the Koppenberg Bicycle Race website.
Map depicting Koppenberg Bicycle Race course throughout Superior.
The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Newsletter helps you stay on top of all the fun in store
Sustainability
Town hosts container gardening workshop on May 16
Want to learn more about gardening but don’t have much (or any) yard space? Learn how to grow an edible garden on a patio, in a patch of dirt, or anywhere you can, using containers. This free workshop for gardeners of any level will cover the basics of growing plants that thrive in containers and the importance of compost as a soil amendment. There will be informational presentations followed by hands-on planting time to ask questions. Plant an edible plant in a 5-gallon grow bag you can take home. Sign up for one of the two workshops while space lasts!
Resilient Soils: Growing in Containers with Compost
Saturday, May 16
10:30 a.m. to noon | 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Superior Community Center
1500 Coalton Road
Registration required
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Free compost is available at the Town's Yard Waste site
Free compost is available now on a first-come, first-served basis at the Town Yard Waste Site, 2125 Honey Creek Lane.
Compost donated by Republic Service, as well as some purchased by the Town, is available to Superior residents to help "close the loop" by giving back the finished product made from food scraps and yard waste collected via curbside composting.
Any Superior resident can stop by the Yard Waste Recycling Facility during open hours (Wednesday after 2 p.m. until dusk and weekends from 8 a.m. until dusk) to receive compost for their yard while supplies last. There is a limited amount of compost available– please be prepared to show identification with a Superior address and bring your own shovels and containers for self-serve scooping.
Compost allows air flow into garden soil, helping the soil to retain moisture longer and providing beneficial bacteria for the plants in your landscape. It also helps supply slow-release nutrients to your plants. You can put compost on in the spring to prepare garden beds for planting or during the growing season.
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Read more in the monthly Sustainability Newsletter
If you want to learn more about the Town's sustainability efforts, check out the monthly Sustainability Newsletter.
Read the latest edition and subscribe to receive the monthly newsletter in your inbox. Make sure to select the "Sustainability Monthly Newsletter" when prompted to choose the information topics you're interested in.
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Disaster Preparedness and Recovery
Boulder County begins new outdoor emergency warning siren testing schedule
Boulder County has begun a new year-round monthly testing schedule of its outdoor emergency warning sirens.
These tests will be conducted on the first Monday of the month at 10 a.m. There are two sirens in Town, one located in Superior's Community Park and the other in Original Town on Coal Creek Drive.
Now is a great time to build redundancy into your plan for receiving emergency notifications as these outdoor emergency sirens are designed to alert people who are outside in nearby areas and are not intended to be heard indoors. To build redundancy and receive alerts, be sure to sign up for emergency notifications at BocoAlert.org.
If you block, screen messages, or have your phone on silent, consider adding 303-441-1400 as a contact. You can name the contact “Emergency Alert” and enable this number to get through.
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Applications open for 2026 Wildfire Partners multi-family wildfire mitigation rebate program
Wildfire Partners is now accepting applications for its 2026 Multi-Family Dwelling Rebate Program. The program offers financial support to Boulder County communities that take proactive steps to reduce wildfire risk by removing highly flammable juniper vegetation.
The rebate program provides up to $500 per multi-family household unit for the Junk Your Junipers campaign in neighborhood common areas.
The program is open to condominiums, townhomes, homeowners associations (HOAs), and other multi-unit housing structures. Communities that participated and received a rebate in 2025 are not eligible to participate in 2026.
Applications must be submitted by July 24. Learn more on the Wildfire Partners website.
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Superior residents impacted by Marshall Fire can apply for assistance through Community Foundation
Community Foundation Boulder County’s Recovery Support Program provides financial support to individuals and households who were fire-impacted in Boulder County, as well as smoke and ash-affected.
The program helps those who need assistance with immediate needs as a direct result of the Marshall Fire event on Dec. 30, 2021, due to financial constraints. Homeowners and renters affected by the fire can apply.
Assistance available for the Recovery Support Program includes:
- Housing Support, including rental or mortgage assistance for still displaced households
- Unmet Needs, such as essential household expenses, healthcare, transportation, and basic necessities
- Property Restoration Support for smoke- and ash-affected homes
All applications must be submitted through the Impact Development Fund's Disaster Recovery Website.
Marshall Fire-affected community members with questions about the Recovery Support Program, application process, or eligibility are encouraged to contact Impact Development Fund’s Disaster Recovery Team by email at recovery@impactdf.org or by phone at 970-744-4835.
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Economic Development
Parking options make Downtown Superior trips simple
With various parking options available, it's easy to visit Downtown Superior!
If you are shopping, dining, or just enjoying a stroll along Main Street, free parking is provided at multiple locations including on-street parking and parking garages (on-street limits vary from two hours on Main Street to three hours on adjacent streets).
Please be sure to read the posted signs or refer to the Downtown Superior parking map on the Town website.
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The 2027 Sundance Film Festival Partner Hub is here to help!
The Sundance Film Festival is coming to Boulder in 2027, and the Boulder Chamber's Festival Partner Hub is here to help local businesses, property owners, brands, and festival partners make the most of this landmark cultural moment.
The Sundance Film Festival Partner Hub will connect organizations seeking space and professional services with available commercial properties and small businesses/service providers—supporting service, operational, promotional, and leasing needs while creating valuable opportunities for our business community.
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May presents opportunities to celebrate business and economic development
For more than 60 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration has celebrated National Small Business Week, which acknowledges the critical contributions of America's entrepreneurs and small business owners. We encourage residents to recognize the hard work, ingenuity, dedication, and the contributions small businesses make to the economy and our community here in Superior!
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This year is the International Economic Development Council's centennial anniversary, celebrating collaborations that drive innovation, growth, and lasting changes in economies. This week celebrates the local economic development professionals that work to support businesses and grow local economies.
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Join the Boulder SBDC in May for training events
The Boulder Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is coordinating several events in May for local entrepreneurs.
Cómo Trabajar Las Finanzas De Su Negocio (Spanish)
Monday, May 4
6 to 8 p.m.
Online event
Registration required
This Spanish-language workshop provides practical, real-world guidance on budgeting, using key financial records, building projections, and managing your business finances for future growth.
Market Research 101
Tuesday, May 12
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Lafayette Public Library (775 Baseline Road)
Registration required
Learn how to make smarter business decisions using data. This session will walk you through the fundamentals of market research, including how to identify your target market, analyze competitors, and uncover industry trends.
Organizado Su Negocio (Spanish)
Monday, May 18
6 to 8 p.m.
Online event
Registration required
This Spanish-language workshop helps small business owners streamline operations, reduce clutter, and build simple, effective systems to stay organized and focus on growth.
Start-Up Essentials
Thursday, May 21
2 to 5 p.m.
Boulder's Penfield Tate II Municipal Building (1777 Broadway)
Registration required
Join Attorney Theresa Pickner to learn the essentials of starting your own business, covering legal entity selection, taxes, liability protection, trade name registration, and more.
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Did you know?
The Boulder SBDC provides free, one-on-one advising and technical assistance (business strategy, marketing, financial, access to capital, etc.) to businesses located in Boulder County. The assistance helps support day-to-day operations, prospective new businesses, and large event preparation planning.
Sign up for advising sessions or check out the organization's event calendar on the Boulder SBDC website.
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