Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Things to do today

Today Tuesday, October 6 87 events

All day

  • Image Hunt: Find the images of the month!

    A library-wide image hunt invites all ages to find hidden pictures, with a sticker prize for completing the checklist.

    GamesKersey LibraryFreeFor families

  • Chocolate Bar Making Experience

    Participants choose add-ins, make a chocolate bar and learn how chocolate is made in this hands-on experience.

    ArtsThe Stanley Chocolate Factory, Estes Park

  • Industry Days @ Maida Trattoria!

    A pre- or post-shift dining deal features spaghetti and meatballs with a choice of wine or draft Peroni.

    Food & drinkMaida Trattoria, Fort Collins

  • Little Larks

    A bilingual music-and-movement program for young children and caregivers uses singing, movement, storytelling and creative exploration.

    ArtsPlymouth Congregational Church, Fort Collins

morning

  • Greeley Scavenger Hunt: Greeley's Pursuit for Perfection

    A scavenger hunt explores Greeley’s do-gooder roots and community spirit, with sights including the Union Colony Civic Center and Model Railroad Museum.

    ClassesMeeker's: A Colorado Kitchen & Bar, 7th Street, Greeley, CO, USA$14.99For familiesuntil 5 p.m.

  • LINC Woodcarvers

    A woodcarving club gives novice and experienced carvers, sculptors and curious makers space to create, share and learn, with supplies provided.

    ArtsLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor kids, teens and adultsuntil noon

  • Tarot Reading Special Day!

    Tarot readings are offered in private or group sessions, with a focus on life changes, heartbreak and anxiety.

    FestivalsMy Tarot Mom, Estes Park$45/30 min; $65/45 min; $85/hruntil 11 a.m.

  • Riverside Twinkle Babies

    A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies features age-appropriate fingerplays, songs, books and activities that support early literacy.

    StorytimeRiverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 10 a.m.

  • English Class

    English classes are for people looking to learn the language.

    BooksCarbon Valley Regional Library, FirestoneFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 11 a.m.

  • Dance & Play (Babies)

    Babies and toddlers hear silly stories and songs, dance, and build early literacy skills.

    StorytimeFort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeuntil 10:30 a.m.

  • ABC Animal Storytime

    A storytime focuses on a different alphabet letter each week and the animals associated with it.

    StorytimeGlenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in MillikenFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kidsuntil 11 a.m.

  • English Conversation Hour

    A native speaker leads activities to prompt English conversation and help participants practice speaking and listening at any skill level.

    Centennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeuntil 11 a.m.

  • Storytime

    Stories, songs and activities promote early literacy for young children.

    BooksEaton Public LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11 a.m.

  • Fall Tote Bags

    Make a custom canvas tote with a tie-dye alternative that uses permanent markers and rubbing alcohol to create watercolor-like patterns.

    Makerspace, Estes ParkFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 11:30 a.m.

  • Read, Rhyme, and Romp

    StorytimeWindsor LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.

  • Ed Beaty Hall Art Show: Feelings, Felt

    An art exhibit features work by artist Mia Cinelli.

    ArtsEd Beaty Hall, GreeleyFor familiesuntil 4 p.m.

  • Ranger Ready

    A park ranger or naturalist shares timely tips for making safe choices during a park visit.

    OutdoorsThis program meets in front of Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, Estes ParkFreeuntil 10:15 a.m.

  • Council Tree Ages 4+ Storytime

    StorytimeCouncil Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.

  • Council Tree Toddler Storytime

    StorytimeCouncil Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor toddlersuntil 10:30 a.m.

  • Harmony Bilingual Storytime / Hora del cuento bilingüe

    StorytimeHarmony Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.

  • Old Town Outdoor Baby Storytime

    StorytimeOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 10:30 a.m.

  • Kersey Storytime

    Young children practice early literacy through reading, the alphabet, counting and pattern recognition, with possible Spanish and ASL elements.

    StorytimeKersey LibraryFreeuntil 11 a.m.

  • Chair Yoga

    Chair yoga is open to everyone, with seated and standing movement focused on mobility and flexibility, led by yoga therapist Angie Noe.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 11:30 a.m.

  • Once Upon a Story

    StorytimeSeverance LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11:15 a.m.

  • Stay and Play

    GamesWindsor LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11 a.m.

  • Family Storytime

    Children and caregivers share stories, songs and rhymes that encourage early literacy skills.

    StorytimeHPLD Library & Archive, GreeleyFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers and familiesuntil 11 a.m.

  • Dance & Play (Tots)

    Toddlers get moving with silly stories, songs and dancing that support early literacy.

    StorytimeFort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 11:30 a.m.

  • A Matter of Balance

    An evidence-based program for older adults combines guided exercises, group discussions and home-safety strategies to reduce fear of falling and build strength and balance.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor adultsuntil 1 p.m.

  • High Country Tales

    A park ranger shares stories about how people and wildlife interact in the alpine environment.

    OutdoorsAlpine Visitor Center, Estes ParkFreeuntil 11:30 a.m.

  • Council Tree Ages 4+ Storytime

    StorytimeCouncil Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor preschoolersuntil 11:30 a.m.

  • Council Tree Toddler Storytime

    StorytimeCouncil Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11:30 a.m.

  • Harmony Bilingual Storytime / Hora del cuento bilingüe

    Children and their caregivers explore stories through talking, singing, reading, writing and play in a storytime that supports early literacy.

    StorytimeHarmony Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11:30 a.m.

  • Old Town Outdoor Baby Storytime

    StorytimeOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 11:30 a.m.

afternoon

  • Knit & Crochet

    Knitters, crocheters and other needle crafters work on projects, trade tips and share patterns; all experience levels are welcome.

    ArtsFarr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 2:30 p.m.

  • Tech Bar: One-on-One Technology Help

    Library staff offer one-on-one help with a device or online account, focusing on a question and suggesting useful resources or practical next steps.

    ClassesWindsor LibraryFreeFor adultsuntil 3 p.m.

  • Teen Video Games (High Schoolers)

    High school students play video games and compete with friends in a relaxed setting.

    GamesFort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeFor teensuntil 3:45 p.m.

  • Beginning Crochet

    A crochet class teaches basic stitches that participants use to make a project.

    ArtsLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 4:30 p.m.

  • Makerspace Open Studio

    A drop-in makerspace offers 3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut and hands-on crafts for makers of any skill level.

    ClassesFort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeFor familiesuntil 7 p.m.

  • Bookmobile: Frederick

    A public bookmobile stop offers library checkouts and returns, computer use, printing and other library services.

    BooksOutreach/Mobile Services, FrederickFreeFor familiesuntil 4:30 p.m.

  • Kids Cafe: After School Snacks

    Children can stop in for after-school snacks served through a library and food bank partnership.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens and familiesuntil 4:30 p.m.

  • Coding Club at LINC

    For kids with basic computer and independent reading skills, self-guided coding tutorials and projects build programming skills.

    LINC Computer Classroom 2, 501 8th Ave Greeley, CO 80631until 4:30 p.m.

  • PAWS for Reading

    Children practice reading by reading aloud or telling a story to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to join.

    Severance LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kidsuntil 4:30 p.m.

  • Kids Explore

    Children explore science, technology, engineering, art and math through activities focused on spiders.

    ArtsFarr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor kidsuntil 4:30 p.m.

  • Centennial Park LEGO Club

    Children and adults build LEGO projects, taking on a challenge or creating their own designs.

    ClassesCentennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeFor kidsuntil 5 p.m.

  • Tales 2 Tails

    Elementary-age independent readers practice reading aloud with a therapy dog, building literacy skills and confidence.

    BooksErie Community LibraryFreeFor kidsuntil 5 p.m.

  • Tween Craft Club

    Tweens make crafts, learn new skills and spend time with other crafty tweens, with supplies provided.

    ArtsCarbon Valley Regional Library, FirestoneFreeFor kidsuntil 5 p.m.

  • Tweentober: Spooky Slime

    ArtsRiverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor kids and teensuntil 5 p.m.

  • LINC Woodshop Certification Training

    Participants learn woodshop safety and tool operation while starting to make a wooden mallet.

    ClassesLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 7 p.m.

  • Eaton Bookmobile Visit at Eaton Commons Park

    Browse books and media for adults, young adults and children, pick up holds, and use mobile library services.

    Eaton Public LibraryFreeFor familiesuntil 5 p.m.

  • Bingo Night

    GamesGrover LibraryFreeFor adultsuntil 6:30 p.m.

  • Happy Hour Yoga

    An all-levels vinyasa class links yoga postures with breath, building strength and stability through movement.

    Food & drinkThe Movement Apothecary, Fort Collinsuntil 5:30 p.m.

  • Not Your Boring Book Club

    A children’s book club lets readers choose a spooky story to read with the lights on or in the dark.

    BooksWindsor LibraryFreeFor kidsuntil 5:30 p.m.

evening

  • Internet Essentials: Cutting the Cable Cord

    A class explains streaming services and hardware options for watching TV without cable, helping participants weigh whether to cut the cord.

    ClassesCentennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 6 p.m.

  • Greg Miles Acoustic

    Singer-songwriter Greg Miles performs irreverent original songs and covers ranging from blues and torch songs to Mexican ballads.

    ArtsThe Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8 p.m.

  • Tuesday's Cook Your Own Steak Night

    Diners cook a selected steak on the grill, with steak alternatives, a salad and baked potato bar, and Texas toast.

    Food & drinkMarr's Mountain Cabins & Tavern, Red Feather Lakesuntil 8 p.m.

  • SMOK - Karaoke

    A karaoke night at SMOK BBQ pairs singing on stage with barbecue and beer.

    MusicFoothills Shopping Center, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 8 p.m.

  • Teen DIY

    ArtsSeverance LibraryFreeFor teensuntil 6 p.m.

  • Demo Dungeons & Dragons: Campaign

    Teens and tweens try Dungeons & Dragons through adventure gameplay, with the option to bring a custom character or use a premade one.

    MusicErie Community LibraryFreeFor kids and teensuntil 7:30 p.m.

  • Fall Tote Bags

    Make a custom canvas tote with a tie-dye alternative that uses permanent markers and rubbing alcohol to create watercolor-like patterns.

    Makerspace, Estes ParkFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 7 p.m.

  • Pub Trivia Night

    GamesPeculier Ales, WindsorFreeFor adultsuntil 7:30 p.m.

  • RUN CLUB

    A group run welcomes all activity levels, including walkers and faster runners, and allows dogs.

    ArtsOdell Brewing Company, Fort CollinsFreeFor families

  • Book Banter: B.Y.O.Book!

    Readers bring a book they love, are reading or recommend for a relaxed conversation and to swap favorites with fellow book lovers.

    BooksFort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeFor adultsuntil 7 p.m.

  • Voting 101

    A class for first-time voters covers voting eligibility, registration, what ballots look like and how to find nonpartisan information on candidates and measures.

    Erie Community LibraryFreeFor adultsuntil 7:30 p.m.

  • Citizenship Class: Advanced Evening

    A class for adults preparing for the naturalization interview, with lessons on library resources.

    ClassesOutreach/Mobile Services, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 8 p.m.

  • Oil Painting (Landscapes)

    An artist leads a landscape-painting class exploring color, perspective, values, brush control and composition, open to all skill levels.

    ClassesGreeley Creative Arts Center$200 for 5 sessionsuntil 9:30 p.m.

  • Bingo Night

    Bingo for all ages, with food and bar service available.

    CommunityAmerican Legion Post 119, Estes Park$12For kids and families

  • Gulo Gulo Poetry Collective Workshops

    Poets take part in rotating workshops featuring writing prompts, peer critiques, featured-writer sessions, open mic, editing and performance.

    ArtsWolverine Farm Publick House, Fort CollinsFree

  • Stories from the Balé Mountains of Ethiopia with Bob Waltermire

    Former Peace Corps volunteer Bob Waltermire shares stories of a forest trek, a remote rescue and efforts to protect park land and wildlife in Ethiopia.

    ArtsGlobal Village Museum of Arts and Cultures, Fort Collins$10until 7:30 p.m.

  • Maxline Trivia

    Six rounds of trivia cover a range of subjects.

    Maxline Brewing, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 7:30 p.m.

  • Trivia Tuesdays

    General and themed trivia put participants’ knowledge to the test.

    Food & drinkBreckenridge Brewery, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 8 p.m.

  • Humdinger Trivia

    Trivia hosted by local duo Erin and Jacob Crabtree offers City Star beer as a prize.

    City Star Brewing, Berthouduntil 8 p.m.

  • Books & Brews at Sky Bear

    A local author discusses her novel about identity shifts, questioning long-held beliefs and seeking clarity, with beer and a book exchange.

    Sky Bear Brewery & Pub,272 East 5th Street, Loveland, CO 80537, USAuntil 7 p.m.

  • Trivia Tuesdays!

    Trivia hosted by Not Rocket Science Trivia offers gift-card prizes for the top three finishers.

    CooperSmith's Old Town Brewpub, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 8 p.m.

  • Live Jazz

    Live jazz features musicians sharing the stage and improvising solos.

    The 120 Bar and Grill,120 North Lincoln Avenue, Loveland, CO 80537, USAuntil 9 p.m.

  • Faculty Recital: Poudre River Chamber Players

    MusicCampus Commons Performance Hall, GreeleyFreeuntil 7:30 p.m.

  • Reading Rainbow: LGBTQ+ Book Club

    An LGBTQ+ book club discusses Andrew Joseph White's novel about identity, survival and transformation amid an alien invasion.

    BooksOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 7:30 p.m.

  • Rock Cut Trivia

    A trivia night with changing categories and usually picture and music rounds, hosted by Ashley.

    CommunityRock Cut Brewing Company, Estes ParkFreeuntil 9 p.m.

  • Karaoke Club

    Karaoke singing hosted by Daphne Starr.

    The Lyric, Fort CollinsFree

  • Series Concert #1 - Birthday Favorites

    A chamber concert pairs violin and piano works by Debussy, Bonis, Boulanger and Franck with a student-musician prelude.

    MusicMcNeal Performing Arts Center at Fort Collins High School$40, Students freeuntil 8:30 p.m.

  • Trivia Night

    A trivia night lets players test their knowledge for beer tokens, gift cards and other prizes.

    Food & drinkGilded Goat Brewing, Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 9 p.m.

  • Trivia Tuesday

    Free trivia with prizes for winners and monthly theme nights.

    Swing Station, LaporteFree

  • Weekly Bingo

    Free bingo features rounds with chances to win pizza slices or drinks, plus a final-round pizza prize.

    Food & drinkSlyce’s Speak Cheesy Lounge, Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 8:30 p.m.

  • Hans Williams

    New Orleans-based singer-songwriter Hans Williams performs personal, emotionally driven songs blending soul, folk and groove, with his band and opening act Cece Coakley.

    MusicThe Armory, Fort CollinsSold Out

  • Heels Dance Class

    A beginner-to-intermediate heels dance class uses conditioning and contemporary and ballet skills to build confidence, welcoming all genders and body types.

    TheaterThe Movement Apothecary, Fort Collinsuntil 9:10 p.m.

Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 25 open

to Oct 8

  • LEGO Fest

    A LEGO event features creative activities, a red-white-and-blue challenge, a tallest-tower challenge and prizes.

    ArtsPlatteville Public LibraryFreeFor familiesdaily at 4 p.m.

to Oct 9

  • Farr Pet Photo Show

    A pet photo show invites submissions for public voting and staff awards in several categories.

    ArtsFarr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor familiesdaily at 9 a.m.

to Oct 13

  • Monthly Craft Kit

    A cross-stitch craft kit includes a pattern, fabric and floss; skill levels vary by kit.

    Centennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeFor adultsdaily at 9 a.m.

to Oct 16

to Oct 30

to Nov 14

  • UNC Bears Home Football Games

    Northern Colorado's Bears play home and road football games against Big Sky and nonconference opponents.

    SportsUniversity of Northern Colorado Athletics, Greeley$7-$160

to Nov 28

to Dec 10

to Dec 13

  • Of a Feather

    Selected works from the collection explore birds’ cultural and visual significance, from ceremonial masks of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to folk art of the Americas.

    ArtsGregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort CollinsFree

  • Ralph Steadman And Another Thing

    Illustrations and artworks showcase Ralph Steadman’s collaborations with Hunter S. Thompson, literary classics, children’s books and social commentary.

    ArtsGregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort CollinsFree

to Dec 16

  • Open Mic Night

    Musicians, poets and other performers take the mic at a live open mic hosted by local musician Max Miller.

    MusicAvant Garde Aleworks, Estes ParkFree

to Dec 19

  • imagiNation: Fashioning A Nation, 1776 - 2026

    An exhibition explores how American fashion and textiles express national identity, commemoration and nostalgia over time.

    ArtsAvenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort CollinsFreeFor families

to Dec 29

  • Vinyl Night

    Guests can bring records to have them played during a taproom vinyl session.

    CommunityAvant Garde Aleworks, Estes ParkFree

to Dec 31

to Jan 2

to Feb 12

to Feb 13

  • Found on Fourth

    Photographs document Fourth Street’s construction and the people behind it, alongside excavated objects that reveal traces of the community’s past.

    Loveland Museum Mezzanine,503 North Lincoln Avenue, Loveland, CO 80537, USAdaily at 10 a.m.

to Apr 2

to May 15

to May 27

  • Morning Yoga

    Morning yoga classes offer styles including Hatha, Gentle, Vinyasa and restorative, with options for a range of experience levels.

    SportsEstes Park Yogadaily at 8 a.m.

to Oct 1

  • We the People: Voices of Democracy

    Posters by Shepard Fairey and selections from CSU’s poster collection explore democracy, civic expression and the relationship between art and activism.

    ArtsCSU LIBRARIES - MORGAN LIBRARY, Fort CollinsFreedaily at 9 a.m.

Listings come from the calendars of the area's visitor bureaus, libraries, colleges, towns, venues and Rocky Mountain National Park. Times and prices are theirs; check with the organizer before you go.