It’s Derby Weekend…for ducks and horses! So much to do this weekend in Fort Collins! The Farmer’s Markets are open, there’s baby fainting goat yoga and live music everywhere! Happy Weekend All!
Friday, April 30
Children’s Day⎪A special virtual storytime to celebrate El Día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day) will be available on Facebook and Youtube starting at 10 am. El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration every day of children, families, and reading that culminates yearly on April 30. The celebration emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. To learn more, visit: HERE.Virtual
Duck Derby Weekend⎪Coming up, Duck Derby Weekend! April 30-May 2 for their inaugural Duck Derby Race to kick off the camping season. They will have a fun social at the Pavilion on Friday night. Saturday, will be TONS of fun with duck races, fishing tournaments and so much more! You will even have your own DIY ducks to color as well…you will not want to miss all the fun! KOA Fort Collins, 1910 Lakeside Resort Lane, Fort Collins, CO
Sip and Shop⎪Shopping & Sipping! It’s a shopping party to support local small businesses! A Spring market featuring local artists, jewelry, fresh flowers, sweets, fashion, unique gifts and more! Funds raised from this event will benefit the ARC of Larimer County for Autism Awareness month. Cash bars & music, all ages welcome. 10am-7pm. Fort Collins Country Club, 1920 Country Club Road, Fort Collins, CO
Buzz Brothers Blues Band⎪Blues Jam with the Buzz Brothers has been a Fort Collins staple for decades and decades….or at least one decade. Dating back to when the Tap and Handle first opened in the late 1600’s, judging by the decor, The Buzz Brothers have moved their iconic jam night to The Lyric now. And they are humbled to host them. The Lyric
Drive In Movie⎪Mortal Kombat then Godzilla vs King Kong. Holiday Twin Drive-In, 2206 South Overland Trail, Fort Collins, CO
Saturday, May 1
Loveland Classic⎪Kids Race, 5K and 10K run/walk. The races are all run on the trails around the Lakes at Centerra. The trails are a mix of paved bike path & solid smooth dirt path. Perfect for running or walking and no problem for those with running strollers for kids. 2725 Rocky Mountain Avenue, Loveland, CO
Free Mulch Day⎪The City of Fort Collins Forestry Division is offering free wood mulch to City of Fort Collins residents. The mulch will be loaded by Forestry personnel into open-top pickup trucks or trailers using a front end loader.*Remain in your vehicle at all times. If you must exit your vehicle for any reason, including to cover your truck bed or trailer with a tarp after mulch has been loaded, observe the minimum recommended physical distancing of 6 feet from other individuals at all times. Face covering will be worn by all working the event and should be worn by all attending the event. You must bring tarp to cover and secure mulch to prevent scattering during transportation. Hand shoveling is prohibited. Not available to commercial businesses. 1380 Hoffman Mill Road, Fort Collins, CO
14th Annual Starter Barter and Plant Sale⎪Trade or sell your starts. Veggie, fruit, herb, and flower starts will be available for sale, barter, and trade. Gardeners are free to set their own prices but the event is meant to keep food gardening affordable, so Home Grown Food suggests $1 for 2-inch pots and up to $3 for larger plants. Larimer County Master Gardeners will hopefully be available again this year, along with veteran suburban gardeners, to answer your gardening questions. Seed will also be available for purchase. 10am – 1pm. 2919 Virginia Dale Dr, Fort Collins, CO
Dichroic Glass Jewelry Class⎪Its a wonderful time to make jewelry! Susie will share with you the basics of fusing glass, different types of glass, and assemble your own beautiful creations. Make a pendant with earrings, or two pair of earrings. Susie will fire and finish your jewelry in her studio kiln and it will be ready for Mother’s Day gift-giving. All supplies are included. 11am-1pm $35. Blue Moose Art Gallery, 4032 S. College Ave A3, Fort Collins, CO 80525
Kentucky Derby Party⎪2nd Annual Rooftop Derby Party! Derby Attire is HIGHLY Encouraged, and the best dressed will be awarded…Ladies, wear your hats and gentlemen put on those bow ties it’s going to be a great time! This event will have food and drinks available on The Rooftop along with live streaming of the races all day. Doors will open at 11:30am, with the first race kicking off at 12:00pm.
This year they are keeping things simple and doing one ticket option, general admission + open bar. General Admission with open bar – $60. This will include: access to the best rooftop in Loveland, and open bar with options of Mint Julep, Southern Sweet Tea Jam, variety of local beer, house white wine, house red wine, OR house rose malbec. Desk Chair Rooftop, 201 E 4th St, Loveland, CO
Baby Fainting Goat Yoga⎪ Yoga classes with baby fainting goats! They are super social and love to interact with you! The classes are open to all-levels so whether you are a beginner yogi or a well practiced yogi you will have so much fun in their classes. During class they guide you through an all-levels practice while the goats roam throughout the yoga class area to interact and socialize. Barnyard Buddies, LLC., 3650 North Co Road 3, Loveland, CO
May Bird Banding⎪Join seasoned birder, Sheila Webber of the Ft. Collins Audubon Society, and Scott Rashid, Director of the Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Institute at the High Plains Environmental Center from 2:00 to 4:00 pm where you will start at the visitor’s center with the guided bird walk with Sheila around Equalizer Lake, and immediately afterward, watch and learn about bird banding with Scott. This is an outdoor event and will be held weather permitting. If cancelled due to weather, (snow, rain, or extreme wind/cold) registrants will be notified the day before. Attendees are encouraged to bring binoculars, dress in layers, wear walking shoes, and bring a water bottle. This event is for all ages. Under 16 must be accompanied by adult registrant. High Plains Environmental Center – 2698 Bluestem Willow Drive, Loveland, CO
Barre + Beer⎪Come for Barre and stay after for a beer. Barre is a great workout for all fitness levels. Class will target specific muscles with many repetitions to strengthen the muscle and then stretch it out. Class will be in the yard outside. Please bring a mask and bring a yoga mat. Your ticket includes 1 beer after class. Backyard Tap, 323 N Railroad Ave, Loveland, CO
Learn to Knit⎪In the Learn to Knit Class, you will learn the basic skills necessary to knit your own beautiful accessories. Feel confident in your ability to handle yarn and knitting needles while you knit a beautiful scarf in either wool or cotton yarns $68 with yarn purchase. Lambspun, 1101 E. Lincoln Avenue, Fort Collins, CO
Building a Rain Garden⎪Learn how to create your own rain garden oasis! Rain gardens are beautiful gardens, full of native plants, that are watered only with the rain. During this virtual class by Jessica Thrasher of Colorado Stormwater Center, Colorado State University, participants will cover design, sizing and plant choice to conserve water and save money on your water bill. 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm. Hosted by the Colorado Stormwater Center and Gardens on Spring Creek. Cost: $5. Online
Comedy Showcase⎪Join us to support local comedians for Comedy Night on Saturday May 1st! Show starts at 7pm – book early, seating is limited! Lirano Wine Bar, 3600 Mitchell Drive, #5b, Fort Collins, CO
Sunday, May 2
Opening Day Farmer’s Market⎪Welcome to opening day! Please join new and returning vendors for the first outdoor market of the 2021 season! 10am-2pm. Fort Collins Farmers Market, 1001 E Harmony Road, Fort Collins, CO
Puppy Yoga⎪Practice your puppy pose…with puppies! Help support Bounce Animal Rescue by participating in puppy yoga! Bounce will be bringing puppies to roam throughout this all-levels yoga class. This allows the adoptable puppies to socialize and play with potential adopters while bringing joy into your yoga practice. What could be better at helping you paws and reflect than an adorable puppy? 10-11am. Maxline Brewing, 2724 McClelland Dr #190, Fort Collins, CO
Paint and Sip⎪Sunflower Field & $10 Bottomless Mimosas! Give yourself a fun and creative break! Escape the everyday stresses, relax, and unleash your creative side in our safe, clean and carefree environment. No art experience is necessary and they provide all supplies and instructions. Their artist will walk you through this painting step-by-step. At the end of the experience, you will take home your very own completed custom work of art & an awesome memory! Painting with a Twist, 1112 Oakridge Dr, #107 Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins Dao Moving Meditations⎪Awaken Your Passion and Add Life to Your Years. Dao Moving Meditations welcomes all levels to join a combination class of tai chi, qi gong, dao yin, stretching and meditation to decompress from the work week, gain vitality and gain an overall balance in life. Utilize ancient techniques to incorporate health and well being into a modern world. Meet in the tree cove about 100 yards walking north of Dazbog Coffee at 11am. Click the link below for the exact location: https://goo.gl/maps/z8fkW9Xhs9y3DGT59
NOTE: If the weather is too cold or stormy we will be at the Source Point Community Acupuncture Yurt ~ please message for details! (415) 525-6272
Feel like hiking this weekend? Check out my favorite hiking spots in and around Fort Collins!
