From an Alice in Wonderland live maze to a nerf war with your dad and catching some sun while doing yoga in the park or on your paddle board…this weekend has it all! Happy Summer Solstice and Father’s Day!
Thursday, June 17
Outdoor Storytime⎪Join them outdoors for stories, music, fingerplays and fun! 10-11am. Loveland Public Library, 300 N. Adams, Loveland, CO
Outdoor Movie: Three Amigos⎪Three actors accept an invitation to a Mexican village to perform their onscreen bandit fighter roles, unaware that it is the real thing. Starts at 9pm. The Lyric, 1209 N College Ave, Fort Collins, CO
Summer Concert Series⎪Mark your calendars, Thursday night summer concerts are back! Pre-registration may be required. Please check recreationliveshere.com for details and current COVID-19 restrictions. 6:30-8:30pm. Boardwalk Park, 100 N 5th St, Windsor, CO
Magical and Mythical Animals in Human Imagination⎪Krakens and Griffins and Hydras, OH MY! Fantastical creatures through the eyes of children around the world come to life with Magical and Mythical Animals in Human Imagination, opening April 2 at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. The exhibit showcases extraordinary drawings by youth ages 5-16 from 13 different countries. Daily through July 24. Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures, 200 West Mountain Ave., Unit C, Fort Collins, CO
Live Comedy: The CO Show!⎪The nationally acclaimed Colorado Comedy Showcase that lived at The Colorado Room for four years is BACK! Hosted by Comedy Fort owner David Rodriguez and local celebrity Dan Jones–this showcase brings you a rapid fire lineup of the funniest up-and-coming Colorado comics as well as national guests and professionals! You never know who will drop in here. You get maximum laughs for your buck on what is sure to become a cornerstone of the Comedy Fort calendar! The Comedy Fort, 167 N College Ave, Fort Collins CO
Friday, June 18
Music & Market⎪Their summer concert series is back and better than ever with the addition of the local Makers Market. Grab your lawn chair, blankets and dancing shoes for this FREE, fun, family-friendly community event in the heart of MIDTOWN! Music and Market features local bands and artisans from all over Northern Colorado. Shop the market, sip the suds at the beer garden & enjoy the tunes! 5-9pm. The Foothills Mall Lawn, 215 E Foothills Pkwy, Fort Collins, CO
30th Annual Colorado Governor’s Art Show⎪The 30th annual Colorado Governor’s Art Show, one of the largest fine art shows to exclusively feature Colorado artists, introduces the public to 60 of Colorado’s top fine artists May 22 – June 27 at the Loveland Museum. Purchase Art with Heart – the show benefits Loveland and Thompson Valley Rotary-sponsored charitable projects and causes including youth homeless assistance and youth art scholarships. Exhibit admission: $7, free for visitors 12 and under and museum members. Loveland Museum/Gallery, 503 N Lincoln Ave, Loveland, CO
Summer Solstice Festival⎪The Lyric Presents: The Summer Solstice Festival! From June 19th through the 20th, enjoy 2 days full of incredible local bands and performances! Day Pass – $35 ($25), Festival Pass – $60 ($40). The Lyric, 1209 N College Ave, Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins Foodie Walk⎪The Fort Collins Foodie Walk features Old Town’s finest culinary shops, as they stay open late on the 3rd Friday of each month for interactive showcases, seasonal flavors, and exciting taste experiences! Who is a foodie? Foodies are people who simply love food for consumption, study, preparation, and recreation. Foodies wish to learn everything about food, the best and the ordinary, and take in the science, industry, history, and characters surrounding food. Culinary shops in Downtown Fort Collins focus on unique quality ingredients, locally sourced and organic produce in their shops. 5-8pm. Old Town Fort Collins
Colorado Wonderland: An Alice performance maze⎪Travel down the rabbit hole to an evening of adventure and wonder with familiar characters laced with local flavor and history. New live bands every night, performed with live dance, circus, theatre, and multi media visuals. You will not want to miss this performance maze sponsored by Fort Fund. Many dates through July 3. Location revealed upon reservation.
Bring on the Neon | EDM Night⎪Grab your neon on and join for Bring on the Neon! DJ Brian Howe is on the decks and there’s plenty of drink specials to go around. Dress up and join in on the good time. 9-11:45pm. Betta Gumbo, 277 N Lincoln Ave, Loveland, CO
Saturday, June 19
Larimer County Farmers’ Market⎪9am-1pm. Larimer County Courthouse Parking Lot, 200 West Oak Street, Fort Collins, CO
One Sweet Summer – Saturday Fitness Classes⎪Free, all-ages morning fitness classes on The Foundry Plaza. Please bring your own mat and water bottle. Yoga Flow 8-10am. The Foundry, 1st to 3rd St in Downtown Loveland, CO
Yoga and Kombucha⎪Join Alisha and Turtle Mountain for a relaxing beginner friendly yoga class in City Park between the streets of Jackson Ave and W Olive St (Field 3). This class is one-hour and will include a refreshing can of kombucha. Come spend time outside with like minded people
Please bring a mat and due to COVID guidelines and social distancing only 10 spots available. City Park, 1500 W Mulberry St, Fort Collins, CO
Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) Yoga⎪ Enjoy fun, mindful movement on the water. No experience needed. Whether you’re a seasoned paddler, a long time yogi, or an adventurous beginner looking to try something new; mixing paddle boarding and yoga together gives you a whole new respect for balance and a greater awareness of the body. We’ll go over paddle basics before heading out on the water and practicing yoga on a paddle board and having one of the most memorable savasanas ever. Board rental is available if needed. Saturdays at 8:00 am. Boyd Lake State Park swim beach, 3720 N Co Rd 11C, Loveland, CO
Rockin’ For Hope 5K⎪Join for the Rockin’ For Hope 5k in Windsor, Colorado! This year’s race will benefit 3Hopeful Hearts, a local charity dedicated to providing parents and families support after the loss of a child.Events will include a 5k Race, 1-Mile Kid’s Fun Run, Prizes, Yoga in the Park, Silent Auction, and lots of family-friendly fun at Windsor Lake! Boardwalk Park, 100 N 5th St, Windsor, CO
Summer Maker’s Market⎪The Summer Maker’s Market is back! We are hosting 35+ local art vendors on Saturday, June 19th. The market this year will be located in the parking lot behind the brewery off of Buckingham street. The market will be open from 11am to 5pm. We will also have live music from Chris Dismuke 11am-1pm and Sarah Slaton and the Great Perhaps 1-3pm. Hope to see you there! New Belgium Brewing, 500 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO
Park Yoga at Spring Park!⎪10am-11am. Bring your own mat and water. Spring Park, 2100 Matthews Street, Fort Collins, CO
2021 Loveland Garden Tour & Art Show⎪Aficionados of gardens and art are invited to attend the 17th annual Loveland Garden Tour & Art Show, on Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. This event will feature 6 gardens in a classic, well-established neighborhood just west of downtown Loveland.Gardens will demonstrate sustainable gardening techniques, including low-water landscapes, combinations of organic vegetable and flower beds and wildlife habitats. These gardens also include examples of container gardening, water features and inviting outdoor living spaces. In addition, the tour will feature the sale of “Art for the Garden” by local artists whose work complements the various landscapes, with a number of the artists incorporating reused or salvaged materials into their pieces. The tour also includes a Silent Auction, with a unique theme each year, created by local artists. This year’s Silent Auction will feature Custom Cornhole Game Boards which will be designed and decorated in unique and surprising ways according to each individual artist’s interpretation. Each piece will be a welcome accent to any outdoor space. 8am-2pm. Loveland, CO
Noco Car Show⎪Noco Car Show presented by Front Range Mobile Tire.A fun filled family event with cars, family games and food. Bring the whole family. There is something for everyone including local businesses and vendors, kids and adult games and of course classic and late model cars. 11am-3pm. Severance Community Park, 100 Waterfowl Way, Severance, CO
Barbeque, Blues, and Bourbon | Having a difficult time planning something for your father this year? Do you feel like you get him the same tools, grill set, and clothing each year? Would you like to do something Fun and Unique this Fathers Day?
Treat Dad for a night of incredible food, bourbon, and live blues music from The Rooftop at desk chair workspace – while gazing at the best view of the Rocky Mountains!
Join at The Rooftop located on top of desk chair workspace. Doors open 6:00 PM and bbq buffet will begin at 6:30 PM sharp. Tickets will be priced $45 per person ( tax & gratuity not included ) Downtown Loveland
Sunday, June 20
Fort Collins Farmer’s Market⎪10am-2pm. 1001 E Harmony Rd, Fort Collins, CO
Daddy and Me Nerf Play⎪Come and celebrate Father’s Day at The Playground!
Get your Nerf guns and bring Dad to a Nerf War Session from 6-8 p.m. This is an uninterrupted Nerf Game. We provide the ammo (universal Nerf darts). The Playground, 193 Geeley Mall #23 Greeley, CO
Live Music: Delilah West⎪Come enjoy our sounds on the outdoor patio. The Canyon Grill features a great stage overlooking the tiered patio, a full menu, and a rockin’ mountain party vibe.
Delilah West is a Colorado band based in Fort Collins. Our music has a jam band feel, covering many music genres, with influences from Grateful Dead, Beatles, The Byrds, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, Original music and much more! 3-6pm. The Canyon Grill, 4791 W County Rd 38 E, Fort Collins, CO
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