Hipster Denver street in the making

A busy street connecting downtown Denver to the interstate, roaring with trucks and running alongside railroad tracks, might not sound like a trendy neighborhood in the making.

But now it's the time to visit Brighton Boulevard before it begins to look too much like any hipster street in any other city. It offers a close connection to Denver's gritty roots, as well a glimpse of what's coming, along with eateries, entertainment and more.

A mural depicting farm animals and dancing cowboys just off Brighton Boulevard is easy for drivers to miss.