Here is your list of fun things to do around Fort Collins and Northern Colorado this weekend! There are a lot of events this weekend for both kids and adults!
If you have an upcoming event you would like to have featured, email Anne at anne@luxurymountainliving.net.
Thursday, October 6
An Intimate Evening of Songs and Stories with Suzanne Vega⎪The Colorado Sound Presents An Intimate Evening of Songs and Stories with Suzanne Vega
Vega emerged as a leading figure of the folk-music revival of the early 1980s when, accompanying herself on acoustic guitar, she sang what has been called contemporary folk or neo-folk songs of her own creation in Greenwich Village clubs. Since the release of her self-titled, critically acclaimed 1985 debut album, she has given sold-out concerts in many of the world’s best-known venues. Known for performances that convey deep emotion, Vega’s distinctive, “clear, unwavering voice” (Rolling Stone) has been described as “a cool, dry sandpaper-brushed near-whisper” by The Washington Post, with NPR Music noting that she “has been making vital, inventive music” throughout the course of her decades-long career. The Armory, 314 East Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, CO
Winery Patio Concert⎪Join us every Thursday from 5-7PM for live music on our winery patio! Every week we’ll have a local musician for you to enjoy while you’re sippin’ on wine or beer from Odell Brewing. The OBC Wine Project, 824 E Lincoln Ave, Fort Collins, CO
Friday, October 7
First Friday Art Walk⎪Art Walk is a monthly self-guided walking tour that celebrates creativity, culture, and community in Downtown Fort Collins on the first Friday of every month! From fine to funky, Art Walk showcases a spectrum of artistic styles to entertain and engage amateurs and art aficionado of all ages, interests and backgrounds. 6-9pm. Fort Collins, CO
Halloween Make & Take // Family Friendly Craft⎪No reservations needed! Come by anytime during the event for a fun family craft! This month is all about Halloween and boy do we have some spooky signs for you! $15 to complete your project in the studio or $20 to take a kit home!
Bring the whole family! Great for all ages. Board & Brush, 244 N College Avenue, Unit 115, Fort Collins, CO
Saturday, October 8
2022 New Belgium Half Marathon & 5k Fun Run⎪Join for the New Belgium Half Marathon & 5k Fun Run. Starting and ending at New Belgium Brewing Co. in Fort Collins, CO. New Belgium Brewing, 500 Linden Street Fort Collins, CO
Mission to Hope Walk⎪Hosted by Homeward Alliance, the Mission to Hope Walk is an annual walk to raise awareness and funds to help end homelessness in Northern Colorado. The walk is also our chance to show those who experience homelessness that our community cares about their lives and to affirm our commitment to make homelessness rare, short-lived, and non-recurring. Fort Collins, CO
Trek the Thompson⎪Trek the Thompson is a FREE family-friendly event to celebrate the Big Thompson River. The event helps to educate participants of all the River brings to our communities. We will be exploring the role of the River as important habitat for wildlife, a recreation area, and a source for clean drinking water, among many others. The festival features a variety of activities including hands-on activities for all ages at education stations, a poker “walk” for a chance to win local prizes, an easy, flat, 3-mile trek along the Big Thompson River, live music, and food. Register at the link above. 10am-2pm. Old Fairgrounds Park, 700 Railroad Avenue, Loveland, CO
Applewood Arts Fall Festival⎪Over 130 Selected Artisans, New artisans, handmades, vintage-inspired goods, re-purposed finds, fabulous fashions, craft food creations and more! Saturday: 10am-5pm, Sunday: 10am-3pm. $7.00 admission, kids 12 and under free. Good for both days! The Ranch Events Complex, 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO
Larimer County Farmer’s Market⎪The market is a growers-only market, which means that all products offered must be grown, produced, or made by our local vendors. We are proud to include around 100 vendors per market season. Vendors offer a wide variety of items including fruits, vegetables, coffee, flowers, baked goods, art, and crafts. 9am-1pm. Larimer County Courthouse Parking Lot, 200 West Oak Street, Fort Collins, CO
Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off & Fall Jamboree⎪Join for Fort Collins Nursery’s 14th Annual Giant Pumpkin Contest on Saturday, October 8th. We are an officially sanctioned contest site for the Great Pumpkin Commonwealth which brings a whole new level of competition and some truly staggering entries! Growers will compete for over $6,000 in cash prizes and awards in multiple prize categories. This event is open to the public.
Time: 10-3
Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for additional seating
Well-behaved pets on leashes are welcome!
Schmickels Hot Dog Cart from 10am – 2pm
This event is free to the public and no tickets are necessary. Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 E Mulberry St, Fort Collins, CO
Bounty and Brews⎪Bounty and Brews is back after a two year hiatus! Join us for an evening of amazing local food and beer pairings while helping to raise money for Sproutin’ Up youth programs.
This year’s event will feature 6 restaurants paired with 6 breweries, for a 6 course meal served family style.
Wine available from Odell Brewing Company.
Live music and an abundant silent auction will round out the evening, all in the beautiful outdoor event space at Fossil Creek Nursery. Fossil Creek Nursery, 7029 S College Ave #A, Fort Collins, CO
Sunday, October 9
Brunch Club⎪Mimosas, live music, baked goods, OH MY! Join us for our first Brunch Club on Sunday, April 17th from 11AM-2PM. We’ll have mimosa specials, Caupona Food Truck, live music from DJ Channell, CC’s Flower Truck, and more. 11a-2pm. The OBC Wine Project, 824 E Lincoln Ave, Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins Farmer’s Market⎪10am-2pm. 1001 E Harmony Road | Fort Collins, CO
Applewood Arts Fall Festival⎪Over 130 Selected Artisans, New artisans, handmades, vintage-inspired goods, re-purposed finds, fabulous fashions, craft food creations and more! Saturday: 10am-5pm, Sunday: 10am-3pm. $7.00 admission, kids 12 and under free. Good for both days! The Ranch Events Complex, 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO
Puppy Meet & Greet + Silent Auction⎪This is their once a year BIG event with a Meet & Greet, Silent Auction, and a chance to win a prizes!
Stop by Maxline Brewing to meet Puppies from Bounce Animal Rescue and bid on some awesome items that were donated in order to raise money for Bounce Animal Rescue! This event is open to the public! 11:30am-1pm. Maxline Brewing 2724 McClelland Drive ##190 Fort Collins, CO
Yappy Hour ⎪Are you ready to indulge in some rooftop happy hour cocktails this fall but want your furry friend to join the fun?
Then join Animal Friends Alliance on the rooftop patio at The Elizabeth Hotel in old town Fort Collins for “Yappy Hour!” Sip on the Elizabeth’s delicious pet-themed event cocktail – the Pup-tail – while your dog enjoys a pup cup and you both soak up some rays. $1 from each signature cocktail will benefit the Alliance!
In addition, come learn more about Animal Friends Alliance at our outreach booth, meet one of our rescue doggos, and snag some goodies! 2-4pm. Rooftop at The Elizabeth Hotel, 111 Chestnut St, Fort Collins, CO
Messy Mug Making⎪In this Mug Event, you choose a pre-made cylinder shape then custom make the handle and personalize the exterior. Do you like to use 2,3 or 4 fingers in your handle? Like a more narrow opening? Need more of a beer stein with a stamped name badge? We got you covered!!
Cost: $40 includes a drink token. 4-6pm. The Emporium Sports Bar, 925 South Taft Hill Road Fort Collins, CO
Teen Self Care Fair 2022⎪The annual Teen Self-Care Fair is taking place on October 9th, 2022 at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, with the goal of creating a space for youth to learn new coping skills and join the conversation around suicide prevention through experiential learning.
This event is for youth (13-18) to explore new ways to practice self-care, including yoga, medieval longsword, art, aerial silks, music jam sessions, qigong, and much more. Also, enjoy music, therapy dogs, community resource booths, free food, and giveaways! Fort Collins Museum of Discovery 408 Mason Ct Fort Collins, CO
