60 upcoming events near Fort Collins — concerts, theater, markets, library programs and more. Free to browse; each links to the source.
Dance & fitness
June 6, 2026 plus 4 more dates
Morning
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can take a gentle Hatha yoga class set among the gardens on select summer mornings.
Lifelong learning
June 6, 2026
Daytime
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can learn to identify and manage the most common northern Colorado weeds in this beginner-friendly class.
Lifelong learning
June 6, 2026
Daytime
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can learn how trees shape our climate and what to plant in your own backyard in this talk.
Outdoors & nature
June 9, 2026
Daytime
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can get a behind-the-scenes look at the magic inside the Gardens' Butterfly House.
Music & concerts
June 10 to July 22, 2026
Evening
CSU Lagoon · Fort Collins, CO
CSU Lagoon
You can catch free outdoor concerts at the CSU Lagoon on a series of summer evenings.
Senior programs
June 11, 2026
Daytime
Fort Collins Senior Center · Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins Senior Center
You can try adaptive and recreational cycling for any age and ability at this Senior Center program.
Theater & film
June 12 to 13, 2026
Fri 7 p.m., Sat 2:30 p.m.
Lincoln Center Magnolia Theatre · Fort Collins, CO
Lincoln Center Magnolia Theatre
You can watch a modern-day restaging of the beloved Sleeping Beauty ballet at the Magnolia Theatre.
Music & concerts
June 13, 2026
Evening
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can catch blues-rock legends The Fabulous Thunderbirds open the outdoor summer concert series with food trucks on site.
Classes & arts
June 13, 2026
Daytime
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can learn to turn everyday milk into fresh mozzarella and cottage cheese in this hands-on cooking class.
Theater & film
June 19 to 21, 2026
Evening and matinee
The Lincoln Center · Fort Collins, CO
The Lincoln Center
You can see the magical flying-car musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang staged live at the Lincoln Center.
Music & concerts
June 20, 2026
Evening
Washington's · Fort Collins, CO
Washington's
You can hear the classic Laurel Canyon sound of the late 60s and 70s revisited live at Washington's.
Dance & fitness
June 20, 2026
Daytime
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can practice mindfulness, meditation, and breathwork outdoors in this summer wellness session.
Music & concerts
June 20, 2026
Evening
Aggie Theatre · Fort Collins, CO
Aggie Theatre
You can relive Led Zeppelin's catalog performed live by tribute act Ten Years Gone.
Classes & arts
June 20, 2026 plus 1 more date
Daytime
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can press real leaves and flowers into clay slabs to build a keepsake ceramic piece in this pottery class.
Music & concerts
June 23, 2026
7 p.m.
Bas Bleu Theatre · Fort Collins, CO
Bas Bleu Theatre
You can enjoy an intimate evening of live music presented by John Snyder and Christine Alice at this cozy theatre.
Music & concerts
June 24, 2026
Evening
Armory Event Center · Fort Collins, CO
Armory Event Center
You can hear a tribute concert celebrating the songs of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen at the Armory.
Community & civic
June 26, 2026
Evening
The Lincoln Center · Fort Collins, CO
The Lincoln Center
You can mark World Refugee Day with film, stories, and music supporting new Americans in Fort Collins.
Music & concerts
June 27, 2026
Evening
Aggie Theatre · Fort Collins, CO
Aggie Theatre
You can stomp along to the high-spirited Celtic rock of Gaelic Storm at the Aggie.
Outdoors & nature
June 27, 2026
8:30 to 10 a.m.
Lory State Park · Fort Collins, CO
Lory State Park
You can join a ranger-guided morning hike to spot summer wildflowers at Lory State Park.
Community & civic
July 4, 2026
Daytime parade, evening fireworks
Mountain Avenue and City Park · Fort Collins, CO
Mountain Avenue and City Park
You can watch the historic Mountain Avenue parade and end the day with live music and fireworks at City Park.
Music & concerts
July 5, 2026
Evening
Washington's · Fort Collins, CO
Washington's
You can sing along to 90s hitmakers Gin Blossoms at Washington's downtown.
Music & concerts
July 11, 2026
Evening
Washington's · Fort Collins, CO
Washington's
You can catch heartland rockers The BoDeans live at Washington's.
Theater & film
July 12, 2026
7 p.m.
Bas Bleu Theatre · Fort Collins, CO
Bas Bleu Theatre
You can catch an evening of improv laughs from the Comedy Brewers at Bas Bleu.
Pickleball & rec
July 16 to 19, 2026
All day
Fort Collins (gravel routes) · Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins (gravel routes)
You can ride scenic gravel routes of varying distances at this beloved Fort Collins cycling weekend.
Music & concerts
July 18, 2026
Evening
Aggie Theatre · Fort Collins, CO
Aggie Theatre
You can hear the whole Rumours-era Fleetwood Mac songbook performed by this tribute band.
Music & concerts
July 18, 2026
Evening
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can enjoy the Grammy-winning Okee Dokee Brothers play acoustic Americana in the gardens.
Music & concerts
July 24, 2026
Evening
Washington's · Fort Collins, CO
Washington's
You can catch alt-country veterans The Old 97's live at Washington's.
Theater & film
July 25, 2026
Evening
The Lincoln Center · Fort Collins, CO
The Lincoln Center
You can watch a New York City ballet company make its Colorado debut alongside local dancers.
Music & concerts
July 25, 2026
Evening
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can hear Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and Beach Boys co-founder Al Jardine sing the California Sound under the open sky.
Food festivals
July 31, 2026
6 p.m.
Bas Bleu Theatre · Fort Collins, CO
Bas Bleu Theatre
You can enjoy a Paris-themed gala evening hosted by Bas Bleu Theatre Company.
Music & concerts
August 6, 2026
Evening
Washington's · Fort Collins, CO
Washington's
You can hear Americana pioneers The Jayhawks play their harmony-rich songbook at Washington's.
Theater & film
August 7 to 9, 2026
Evening and matinee
Bas Bleu Theatre · Fort Collins, CO
Bas Bleu Theatre
You can see this original work written and directed by Harmon McAfee across an opening weekend run.
Music & concerts
August 8, 2026
Evening
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can hear Don Was lead a jazz-rock tribute to the Grateful Dead's Blues for Allah on its 50th anniversary.
Music & concerts
August 15, 2026
Evening
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can hear Grammy winners Marc Cohn and Shawn Colvin trade songs like Walking in Memphis and Sunny Came Home in one concert.
Food festivals
August 2026
Daytime
Civic Center Park · Fort Collins, CO
Civic Center Park
You can sample peach-themed food and drinks and hear four bands at this annual downtown festival.
Food festivals
August 2026
Daytime
New Belgium Brewing Company · Fort Collins, CO
New Belgium Brewing Company
You can enjoy free live music, booths, and all-ages activities celebrating the Poudre River at New Belgium.
Music & concerts
August 22, 2026
7:30 p.m.
Bas Bleu Theatre · Fort Collins, CO
Bas Bleu Theatre
You can hear the acoustic duo Acoustic Eidolon play an evening of original music at Bas Bleu.
Lifelong learning
August 27, 2026
2 to 4 p.m.
The Drake Centre · Fort Collins, CO
The Drake Centre
You can preview the fall lifelong-learning lineup and meet fellow members at OLLI's free open house.
Music & concerts
August 29, 2026
Evening
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can swing dance to the high-energy big-band sound of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy to close the summer series.
Community & civic
August 29, 2026
Daytime
New Belgium Brewing Company · Fort Collins, CO
New Belgium Brewing Company
You can join the costumed bike parade and beer-and-music festival at New Belgium for this longtime summer tradition.
Markets
September 7, 2026
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Old Town Square · Fort Collins, CO
Old Town Square
You can browse handmade goods, art, jewelry, and vintage finds from local makers in Old Town Square.
Music & concerts
September 11, 2026
Evening
Armory Event Center · Fort Collins, CO
Armory Event Center
You can enjoy an intimate evening with singer-songwriter Livingston Taylor at the Armory.
Theater & film
September 11 to 12, 2026
Evening
The Lincoln Center · Fort Collins, CO
The Lincoln Center
You can laugh through Indigo Theatre Company's stone-age comedic musical about humanity's first big discovery.
Markets
September 19, 2026
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Old Town Square · Fort Collins, CO
Old Town Square
You can shop juried local artisans selling handmade work in Old Town Square.
Tastings
September 2026
Half day
Fort Collins area farms · Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins area farms
You can pedal a leisurely route to local farms with light tastings and refreshments at each stop on this charity ride.
Music & concerts
September 20, 2026
Evening
Washington's · Fort Collins, CO
Washington's
You can hear Celtic rockers Young Dubliners bring their high-energy set to Washington's.
Outdoors & nature
September 2026
Two full days
Lory State Park · Fort Collins, CO
Lory State Park
You can join group rides, demos, and a poker ride at this two-day mountain bike celebration in Lory State Park.
Food festivals
September 26 to 27, 2026
Daytime
Washington Park · Fort Collins, CO
Washington Park
You can graze food trucks, hear live music, and browse fine artisan work at this two-day fall food and music festival.
Music & concerts
September 27, 2026
Evening
Washington's · Fort Collins, CO
Washington's
You can catch pop-punk favorites Bowling for Soup live at Washington's.
Music & concerts
October 3, 2026
7:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Center · Fort Collins, CO
The Lincoln Center
You can hear the Fort Collins Symphony open its season with Sibelius' Violin Concerto featuring concertmaster Byron Hitchcock.
Lifelong learning
Sundays and Saturdays
Afternoon
Avery House · Fort Collins, CO
Avery House
You can tour this beautifully preserved 1879 home on weekends to step into Fort Collins history.
Lifelong learning
Summer 2026 (June session)
Varies
CSU Spur Campus (offsite) · Fort Collins, CO
CSU Spur Campus (offsite)
You can take a guided OLLI field trip to tour the CSU Spur campus this summer.
Lifelong learning
Summer 2026 session
Varies
Colorado State University Online · Fort Collins, CO
Colorado State University Online
You can learn to navigate apps and the NYT Games on your phone or tablet in this OLLI class built for older adults.
Dance & fitness
Sundays
Morning
The Movement Apothecary · Fort Collins, CO
The Movement Apothecary
You can unwind with a weekly sound bath and guided meditation every Sunday.
Community & civic
Year round
Fort Collins, CO
The city's own calendar lists arts, recreation, and outdoor programs across the year, beyond the big festivals. A practical place to plan a week. Updated by the city departments that run the programs.
Community & civic
Thursdays through the summer
evenings
Fort Collins, CO
Free Thursday evening concerts on the outdoor stage in Old Town Square, put on by the Bohemian Foundation through the summer. All local and regional bands. The square fills with lawn chairs and families.
Community & civic
Two weeks in early March
Fort Collins, CO
A two-week dining event each spring where downtown restaurants offer special menus, often with a portion going to a local cause. A good excuse to try several Old Town kitchens. Runs in early March.
Community & civic
Mondays
6 p.m.
Odell Brewing Company · Fort Collins, CO
Odell Brewing Company
You can test your knowledge and win prizes at free weekly trivia every Monday evening at Odell.
Community & civic
Sundays through December 27, 2026
Evening
The Lyric · Fort Collins, CO
The Lyric
You can join a free weekly pub quiz on Sunday evenings at the Lyric.
Dance & fitness
Saturdays starting June 27, 2026
Morning
The Gardens on Spring Creek · Fort Collins, CO
The Gardens on Spring Creek
You can ease into gentle tai chi on Saturday mornings in the gardens this summer.
