Denver’s Hidden Gems: 5 Local Secrets You Need To Explore

Rachael Facey • March 8, 2024
Denver is a city that holds more than meets the eye. Here are 5 secret activities and locations to check out in the Mile High City!

1. Denver’s Best Speakeasies

Hidden in unsuspecting nooks and alleyways around the city, Denver's speakeasies transport you back to another time. A few of Denver’s fan favorites are Williams & Graham in LoHi, Retrograde in North Capitol Hill, B&GC in Cherry Creek, and Millers & Rossi in Rino. Make sure you check out their websites for information on reservations and directions on how to get in!

(Image of Williams & Graham by Adam Larkey Photography)

2. Public Telescope Night in Denver

Take a trip under the stars! Book a reservation on Tuesday or Thursday evenings during public night at the Chamberlain Observatory for an extraordinary experience. Visitors can look through a 20-inch refracting telescope located at Denver University and peer into the night sky. This is a great idea for an upcoming date night!

(science.du.edu)

3. Secret Local Concerts

Are you deep into the music scene? Keep your eyes peeled for secret concerts located all across the Denver-Metro area. Check out a candlelight concert in various locations including the Kirk of Highland and Wing Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum. If you’re feeling adventurous, hit up Sofar Sounds and purchase a concert ticket in your area. You’ll receive a secret text message that reveals the exact location of the event 36 hours before it starts!

(Sofar Sounds)

4. Hidden Waterfalls Near Denver: Maxwell Falls

For the nature lover, these last two are for you! Take a trip up to Maxwell Falls, a hidden oasis nestled in the foothills just outside Denver. This easy-to-moderate loop trail is located in Arapahoe National Forest and features stunning views. You don’t want to miss this spot!

(westandmain.co)

5. Experience Wildlife Up-Close in Denver: Rocky Mountain Arsenal

Escape the city sprawl and explore a massive ecosystem of wildlife at Rocky Mountain Arsenal! Catch sight of magnificent bison, deer, and a variety of bird species, giving you a glimpse of Colorado’s wild side. Rocky Mountain Arsenal is a former chemical weapons manufacturing site that has been transformed into a haven for wildlife conservation. If you're eager to immerse yourself in nature, this spot is definitely worth the visit!

(colorado.com)

Why You Need a New Website in 2026

By Alex Schupp • December 10, 2025
A modern, optimized website is essential for building trust, improving visibility, and keeping up with changing technology. As search behaviors shift, design standards evolve, and accessibility requirements become stricter, 2026 is the year to upgrade your digital presence.

Creative Ways to Keep Your Marketing Festive and Engaging This Holiday Season

By Alex Schupp • December 9, 2025
The holiday season is more than just a chance to sell. It is an opportunity to connect with your audience and strengthen your brand. By thinking beyond discounts and promotions, businesses can create memorable experiences that engage customers now and keep them coming back long after the holidays end.

How to Keep Your Marketing Momentum After the Holidays

By Alex Schupp • December 4, 2025
Once the holiday rush fades, many businesses see a predictable dip in website traffic, sales, and overall engagement. It’s normal; customers are recovering from peak-season spending, businesses are catching their breath, and marketing often slows down. But here’s the good news: the post-holiday period is actually one of the best times to strengthen your digital presence and set the tone for the year ahead.  At Crowd Digital Marketing, we help businesses navigate this transition by focusing on smart, sustainable strategies that keep momentum going long after the decorations come down. Below, we’re breaking down some of the most effective ways you can maintain your marketing energy post-holiday and use this time to get ahead.

Using Website Personalization to Boost Holiday Engagement: A Look at Sports Obsession’s Festive Features

By Alex Schupp • December 1, 2025
The holiday season is one of the busiest (and most competitive) times of the year for online businesses. With customers shopping earlier and expecting seamless digital experiences, brands need to find creative ways to stand out. One of the most effective (and easiest!) ways to do that is through website personalization . At Crowd Digital Marketing, we build websites on Duda , a platform that gives us powerful personalization tools to tailor the browsing experience based on timing, behaviors, locations, and more. This season, we worked with one of our clients, Sports Obsession , to bring holiday excitement to their online store using Duda personalizations. Below, we’ll walk you through what personalizations are, how Sports Obsession uses them, and how your business can use the same strategies to elevate your website this holiday season.

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By Alex Schupp • August 12, 2025
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Client Spotlight: Five Seasons Windows & Doors

By Alex Schupp • July 29, 2025
At Crowd Digital Marketing , we love spotlighting businesses that go above and beyond to serve their communities. This month’s Client Highlight features Five Seasons Windows & Doors , a trusted name in expert window and door installations across Colorado. With projects in Boulder, Golden, Colorado Springs, and Denver, their team is known for delivering customized solutions and a smooth, worry-free process for homeowners.

Client Spotlight: Northside Breck’s Fresh New Look

By Alex Schupp • July 23, 2025
At Crowd Digital Marketing, we love working with businesses that are staples in their communities—and Northside in Breckenridge is no exception.  Known for their craveable comfort food and laid-back vibe, Northside needed a website that reflected their personality while making it easy for customers to explore the menu, place an order, or plan their next visit.

Updates from DudaCon 2025 - Highlighting New Duda Features

By Alex Schupp • July 21, 2025
DudaCon 2025 was one for the books—and we were thrilled to be part of it. Our very own Alex Schupp took the stage this year to speak alongside other agency leaders and digital innovators, sharing how we use Duda to build smarter, faster, and more flexible websites for our clients. But beyond the spotlight, DudaCon gave us a powerful look at what’s next for agencies and the future of web design. If there was one takeaway from the entire event, it’s this: the future of website building isn’t just faster, it’s conversational, AI-assisted, and deeply integrated with the real workflows agencies use every day. Here are 5 major updates and 6 standout features we’re bringing back from DudaCon 2025:

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By Alex Schupp • July 15, 2025
At Crowd Digital Marketing, we’ve worked with businesses and organizations across industries who come to us with one big question: “Why isn’t my website bringing in leads, calls, or sales?” More often than not, it’s not because their services are lacking—it’s because their website is.  Here are some of the most common web design issues that could be costing you conversions—and what to do about them:
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