"Fringe gatherings in surprising places are nothing new . . . part of their allure is how they relocate nightlife into spaces not designed for it, whether that’s out of creative expression, defiance, or simple necessity."

“The spirit of this is so right on . . .and if the community shows up, I think we’re going to get something that’s a huge improvement over what we’ve had in the past.” - Stephen Brackett, ONE Denver

“The City doesn’t have anybody whose job it is to focus on the businesses that are open after 5 o’clock at night. If you’re a venue or bar owner and you’re having to deal with a complicated construction project or a water main break or a persistent public safety problem, you don’t have any tools other than calling 911.” Dunphy says that in other cities, hiring a nighttime economy manager has demonstrated real results.

Schurr, the guitarist for Song People, said that now, “there’s kind of a vibe or an aesthetic to the earplugs you keep on your keychain. It’s kind of like a signal that … not only do you care about your ears, but you go to shows.”