Pearl Street Mall in Downtown Boulder, Colorado - stock photo

Boulder, Colorado, USA - October 18, 2015: People gather on Pearl Street on a beautiful Fall evening. The Pearl Street Mall, also referred to as Pearl Street, or Downtown Boulder, is a four block pedestrian mall in Boulder, Colorado. The pedestrian area stretches from 11th Street to 15th Street along Pearl Street and is home to a number of businesses and restaurants as well as the Boulder County Courthouse. The Pearl Street Mall is a popular destination for tourists visiting Boulder and for students attending the nearby University of Colorado Boulder. The mall hosts a blend of locally-owned businesses and national chain stores and restaurants. It is also home to much of Boulder’s nightlife. During the summer months, Pearl Street Mall is the stage for a number of street performers, including musicians. It is also a favorite gathering spot for many of Boulder’s homeless people.