The NoCo Herald

Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Clear, 60° in Fort Collins at 5:10 PM. Forecast high 67, low 35.

For kids this weekend

Tomorrow Friday, November 13 52 events

All day

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.

    Meeker's: A Colorado Kitchen & Bar, 7th Street, Greeley, CO, USA

    For families, until 5 p.m.

    Classes$14.99

  • NoCo Veteran Creative Arts Showcase

    An exhibition honoring Northern Colorado veterans’ art opens with a guest presentation and continues as a gallery display.

    Student Commons, Greeley

    For families, until 5 p.m.

    Nightlife

  • Veterans Week: Campus GeoCache

    Participants follow digital clues to find flag-marked caches containing prize tickets around two campuses.

    Greeley & Windsor Campuses, Campus Grounds

    For kids and families, until 5 p.m.

  • Stay & Play

    Children play restaurant, taking orders, cooking pretend food and serving customers in a kid-sized diner.

    Milliken

    For kids and families, until noon

    Games

  • Rooted Connections: Free Pilot Classes

    An introductory outdoor-learning session for students features nature exploration, group challenges, creative activities, outdoor skills and guided reflection.

    Loveland

    For kids and families, until 11 a.m.

    Classes

  • Babies and Books

    Windsor Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • NOCO Moms Together

    A moms’ group offers conversation, advice, coffee and breakfast, with childcare provided; mothers of all backgrounds and ages are welcome.

    Gathering Place, Fort Collins

    For kids and families, until 11:30 a.m.

    Free

  • Stay and Play

    Windsor Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

    GamesFree

  • Art & Access: New Directions in Prints and Multiples

    Museum of Art | Fort Collins

    For families

    Festivals

  • Old Town Mindful Movement Storytime

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • PAWS for Reading

    Children practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to read along.

    Windsor Library

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

    Free

  • Stay and Play

    Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in Milliken

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Wiggle Worms

    Eaton Public Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

    MusicFree

  • Makerspace Open Studio

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

    Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Lil' Bites

    Severance Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:15 a.m.

    Food & drinkFree

  • Terrific Toddler Storytime

    A toddler storytime combines books with singing, dancing and plenty of movement.

    Berthoud

    For toddlers, kids and families, until 1:30 p.m.

    Storytime

  • Farr Family Storytime

    Stories, songs and rhymes build early literacy skills for children and their caregivers.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For families, until 11 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Mini Clay Wheel Workshop

    A small-group workshop offers a chance to try a mini pottery wheel and make bowls, which can later be glazed or painted.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 1:30 p.m.

    Arts$55

  • Painting Technique Class: Cozy Morning Mug

    An instructor-led ceramic painting session explores new techniques as participants personalize a Cozy Morning mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 1 p.m.

    Arts$35

  • Painting Technique Class: Crafty Chica Oaxacan Mug

    An instructor-led, step-by-step painting class offers a chance to explore techniques and personalize an Oaxacan mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 1 p.m.

    Arts

  • Farm Fusion Holiday Gatherings: Private Culinary Experiences

    Groups cook a customizable farm-to-table meal with locally sourced ingredients and chef-led instruction during a private culinary experience.

    Farm Fusion, Fort Collins

    For families

    Holiday

  • Old Town Mindful Movement Storytime

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Little Crafters

    Little crafters and their grown-ups make a hands-on craft together.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For preschoolers and families, until 11:30 a.m.

    ArtsFree

  • LINC Mini-Makers STEAM Storytime

    Preschoolers and caregivers explore age-appropriate STEAM concepts through stories and hands-on activities.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For preschoolers and kids, until 11:45 a.m.

    BooksFree

  • Library 101

    A practical introduction to using the library covers catalog searches, finding items on shelves, recommendations and digital resources.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For kids, teens, families and adults, until noon

    BooksFree

afternoon

  • Friday Kids Club at YMCA: Fall Tree Trolls & Forest Cottages

    Participants make clay tree trolls and enchanted rocks, then build and decorate forest cottages using natural and recycled materials.

    YMCA of the Rockies- Mootz Family Craft and Design Center, Estes Park

    For kids, until 2 p.m.

    Free

  • Painting Technique Class: Cozy Morning Mug

    An instructor-led ceramic painting session explores new techniques as participants personalize a Cozy Morning mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 3 p.m.

    Arts$35

  • Mad Science

    A science program explores chemical reactions, physics, space and engineering.

    Grover Library

    For kids and teens, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Clay Class: Coil or Pebble Bowls

    An instructor-guided clay class makes coil or pebble bowls, which participants can paint after bisque firing.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts

  • Clay hand-building - Cute Sheep

    A hands-on clay hand-building class for all skill levels lets participants create a sheep to paint or glaze after firing.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts$45

  • Clay hand-building - Earrings and necklace

    A hands-on clay hand-building class for all skill levels creates custom earrings and a necklace, with painting or glazing after firing.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts$45

  • Clay Hand-building Workshop - Mushroom House

    A guided clay workshop uses hand molding and slab rolling to make clay mushrooms, with painting available the same day or after firing.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts

  • Painting Technique Class: Crafty Chica Oaxacan Mug

    An instructor-led painting class explores techniques as participants personalize an Oaxacan mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts

  • Beyond the Classroom: Fall Fox Ornaments

    Kids make and decorate a fox-themed ornament in an enrichment session featuring arts, crafts and STEM activities.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    For kids, until 4 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • 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, Evans

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens and families, until 4:30 p.m.

    Free

  • Video Game Hour

    Players of all ages and skill levels can play on PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch, with retro consoles rotating in.

    Eaton Public Library

    For families, until 4:30 p.m.

    GamesFree

  • Reading Bugs

    An online book club for children includes a book and supplies for related activities and crafts.

    Zoom Link, Windsor

    For kids, until 4:30 p.m.

    BooksFree

  • Planks & Paint BABY Fundraiser

    A hands-on art event lets participants choose and customize a project, with proceeds benefiting families facing children's medical-care costs.

    Planks and Paint DIY Workshop NoCo, Loveland

    For babies

    Community

evening

  • Bad Luck Club

    Guests can get tarot readings, mini color lash extensions and custom charms, try woodland drinks, and play a game to catch good luck and dodge bad omens.

    Tadpoles Boba, Fort Collins

    For families, until 8 p.m.

    HolidayFree

  • Night Sky Observing

    The observatory opens for public night-sky observing, with sessions open to everyone, weather permitting.

    Madison-Macdonald Observatory, Fort Collins

    For kids, until 6:45 p.m.

  • Paint Your Own Autumn Frog

    A workshop for beginners to paint two small autumn frogs, with instruction and materials provided.

    Petrichor Collective Studios, Fort Collins

    For families, until 8 p.m.

    Holiday$26

  • Neighbor Nights: Community Service Night

    Families make handmade holiday cards for seniors in a community service activity focused on kindness and giving.

    Milliken

    For kids and families, until 7:30 p.m.

    Holiday

  • Country Swing Dance Lessons

    Country swing lessons for beginner through advanced dancers, followed by social dancing and guided practice; no partner is needed.

    Balance Movement Yoga Studio, Greeley

    For families, until 8:30 p.m.

    Classes

  • UAP: Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon (A Circus Story Out of This World)

    A family-friendly circus show follows an unidentified aerial phenomenon arriving at a circus, with aerial silks, trapeze, flow arts and acrobatics.

    Fort Collins Circus Center

    For families, until 9 p.m.

    Arts$30 Adults/ $15 Youth

  • Open Mic/ Open Floor Night

    Community members can perform short, family-friendly acts or watch, with a silent auction fundraiser and refreshments.

    Front Range Classical Ballet Academy, 3501 S. Mason Unit #1, Fort Collins

    For families, until 9 p.m.

    MusicFree

Saturday November 14 49 events

All day

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.

    Meeker's: A Colorado Kitchen & Bar, 7th Street, Greeley, CO, USA

    For families, until 5 p.m.

    Classes$14.99

  • NOCO Moms Together

    A moms’ group offers conversation, advice, coffee and breakfast, with childcare provided; mothers of all backgrounds and ages are welcome.

    Gathering Place, Fort Collins

    For kids and families, until 11:30 a.m.

    Free

  • Tween/Teen Hydro Dip Tumbler

    Participants hydro-dip and paint tumblers.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and teens, until 10:30 a.m.

    Free

  • Baby Storytime at Estes Valley Library

    A storytime for babies, toddlers and caregivers features rhymes, songs, movement and play.

    Wasson Board Room, Estes Park

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Creative Colorado Tablesetting/Scaping

    A judged tablescaping competition features decorative dining tables themed around national parks, monuments and historic sites, plus a silent auction.

    Ember at Estes Park resort

    For kids and families, until 5 p.m.

    Arts$10

  • Art & Access: New Directions in Prints and Multiples

    Museum of Art | Fort Collins

    For families

    Festivals

  • Gluten Free Fall Baking Class

    A hands-on class teaches gluten-free versions of biscuits, pumpkin spice coffeecake and fig frangipane bars, with participants enjoying what they bake.

    Ginger and Baker, Fort Collins

    For families, until 1 p.m.

    Holiday$99

  • Council Tree All Ages Storytime

    Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Holiday Photos

    Families can pose for holiday portraits in a mini photo shoot and receive a digital image.

    Milliken

    For kids and families, until noon

    Holiday

  • Kids Market Fair 2026

    Homeschooled youth entrepreneurs sell handmade goods and food, with holiday characters greeting shoppers and donations supporting Weld Food Bank.

    Greeley Recreation Center

    For kids, until 1 p.m.

    Festivals

  • PAWS for Reading

    Children practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to read along.

    Windsor Library

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

    Free

  • LEGO Club

    Children who can build independently use LEGO bricks to take on a challenge or create their own projects.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For kids, until 11:30 a.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Makerspace Open Studio

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

    Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • 3rd Annual Kids Market Fair

    A kids' market features handmade goods and food from homeschooled youth entrepreneurs, with Santa, a Grinch character, family photos and support for Weld Food Bank.

    Greeley Rec Center

    For kids, until 1 p.m.

    Festivals

  • PopUp Library @ Briggsdale Community Library Craft Fair

    The PopUp Library offers a stamp at a craft fair featuring antiques, crafts and a bake sale.

    Outreach/Mobile Services, Weld County

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Storytime at Estes Valley Library

    A storytime for young children and their caregivers features songs, movement, puppets and stories.

    Wasson Board Room, Estes Park

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Paint Your Own Autumn Frog

    A beginner-friendly class where participants paint two mini frogs.

    Makers Mercantile & Studio, Greeley

    For families, until 12:30 p.m.

    Arts$27

  • Centennial State Ballet Presents "The Nutcracker"

    Dancers perform ballet excerpts with a simple reading of the story between selections, for all ages.

    Erie Community Library

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids and families, until 11 a.m.

    MusicFree

  • Mini Clay Wheel Workshop

    A small-group workshop offers a chance to try a mini pottery wheel and make bowls, which can later be glazed or painted.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 1:30 p.m.

    Arts$55

  • Painting Technique Class: Cozy Morning Mug

    An instructor-led ceramic painting session explores new techniques as participants personalize a Cozy Morning mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 1 p.m.

    Arts$35

  • Painting Technique Class: Crafty Chica Oaxacan Mug

    An instructor-led, step-by-step painting class offers a chance to explore techniques and personalize an Oaxacan mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 1 p.m.

    Arts

  • Northern Colorado Cards and Collectibles Expo: Volume II!

    Collectors can browse vendor tables of trading cards, comics, vintage collectibles, retro games and art, with trading and gaming.

    The Drake Centre, Fort Collins

    For families, until 6 p.m.

    $5

  • Global Tales: Mandarin

    A Mandarin-and-English children's storytime features music and hands-on crafts, welcoming all ages and people interested in Chinese culture.

    Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids and families, until noon

    StorytimeFree

  • Northern Colorado Cards and Collectibles Expo: Volume II!

    A collectors' expo offers trading and gaming alongside at least 100 vendor tables with cards, comics, vintage collectibles, retro games and pop-culture merchandise.

    The Drake Centre

    For kids and families, until 6 p.m.

    Markets$5-$50

  • Junior Bowling League

    A youth bowling league offers coaching, scholarship money and a free personalized jersey.

    Loveland

    For kids, until 1 p.m.

    Sports

  • LINC Family Storytime

    A family storytime for preschoolers and their caregivers uses songs, books and activities to build early literacy and a love of reading.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11:30 a.m.

    BooksFree

  • Puzzle Exchange

    A puzzle exchange lets people trade old puzzles for gently used ones or take home donated puzzles.

    Atrium, Estes Park

    For kids, teens and adults, until 5 p.m.

    Free

afternoon

  • Kimono Matters: Curator's Gallery Tour

    A curator leads a behind-the-scenes tour of the kimono exhibition, discussing its research, installation and materials.

    Avenir Museum of Design & Merchandising, Fort Collins

    For kids, until 1 p.m.

    Arts

  • Saturday Kids Club at YMCA: Fall Tree Trolls & Forest Cottages

    Participants sculpt tree trolls from air-dry clay, moss and branches, then build and decorate forest cottages from rocks, bottles and sticks.

    YMCA of the Rockies- Mootz Family Craft and Design Center, Estes Park

    For kids, until 2 p.m.

    Free

  • Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens & Teens

    Tweens and teens of all experience levels can play Dungeons & Dragons with help from a Dragon Master.

    Eaton Public Library

    For kids and teens, until 4 p.m.

    GamesFree

  • Family History Book Club with Prickle Magic

    A partner-read book club explores family history through Prickle Magic, then visits a honey store’s immersive hive room.

    Sheala Dawn Henke, Fort Collins

    For families, until 3:30 p.m.

    Arts

  • Family Art Exploration

    Families can try watercolor resist, wooden ornaments and air-clay gnomes in an all-ages art activity.

    Wellington

    For kids and families

    Arts

  • Clay Class: Coil or Pebble Bowls

    An instructor-guided clay class makes coil or pebble bowls, which participants can paint after bisque firing.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts

  • Clay hand-building - Earrings and necklace

    A hands-on clay hand-building class for all skill levels creates custom earrings and a necklace, with painting or glazing after firing.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts$45

  • Clay Hand-building Workshop - Mushroom House

    A guided clay workshop uses hand molding and slab rolling to make clay mushrooms, with painting available the same day or after firing.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts

  • Painting Technique Class: Crafty Chica Oaxacan Mug

    An instructor-led painting class explores techniques as participants personalize an Oaxacan mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts

  • Fall Dance Concert

    A dance concert presents original works by faculty, guest artists and student choreographers, including work by choreographer Kade Pyle.

    UCA - Dance Theatre, Fort Collins

    For kids, until 4 p.m.

    Music

evening

  • Level Up Gamer Night- Kids' Nite Out Across America

    A kids' drop-off night features a Lego building contest, Smash Bros battle, Pixel Fuse Beads, Catch Them All and Pop Dart challenges.

    700 E. 4th Street, Loveland, CO, United States, Colorado 80537

    For kids, until 9:30 p.m.

Sunday November 15 19 events

All day

  • Inspired Art Classes, Kits, Workshops & Experiences

    Art classes and workshops teach creative techniques, with in-studio projects such as Acrylic Pour Painting and take-home art kits; classes suit all ages and skill levels.

    Inspired Artisan Market & Studio, Estes Park

    For kids and families

    ArtsPrice varies

  • Guided Tours of the 1879 Avery House

    A volunteer docent leads visitors through furnished rooms and shares stories of the Avery family, household workers and the home’s role in Fort Collins history.

    Poudre Landmarks Foundation, Inc., Fort Collins

    For families

    History

morning

  • Sunday Brunch at MacGregor Chophouse

    A brunch service features prepared favorites, cocktails, a Bloody Mary bar and a mimosa flight.

    MacGregor Chophouse, Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 1 p.m.

    Food & drink

  • 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.

    Meeker's: A Colorado Kitchen & Bar, 7th Street, Greeley, CO, USA

    For families, until 5 p.m.

    Classes$14.99

  • Ginger and Baker Thanksgiving Market

    A market brings together local makers’ handcrafted goods, artwork, jewelry, home décor and holiday gifts.

    Ginger and Baker, Fort Collins

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    HolidayFree

  • NOCO Moms Together

    A moms’ group offers conversation, advice, coffee and breakfast, with childcare provided; mothers of all backgrounds and ages are welcome.

    Gathering Place, Fort Collins

    For kids and families, until 11:30 a.m.

    Free

afternoon

  • Painting Technique Class: Cozy Morning Mug

    An instructor-led ceramic painting session explores new techniques as participants personalize a Cozy Morning mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 3 p.m.

    Arts$35

  • Sourdough 101 Workshop

    A partly hands-on sourdough workshop covers starter care and bread and discard recipes, with demonstrations, samples and an unbaked loaf to take home.

    Farm Fusion, Fort Collins

    For families

    Classes

  • Saxophone Studio Recital / FREE

    CSU saxophone students perform solo and chamber works spanning classic and contemporary repertoire.

    Organ Recital Hall, Fort Collins

    For kids, until 4 p.m.

    Music

  • Knocking Down Barriers Bowling Fundraiser

    A family-friendly bowling fundraiser supports local veterans with bowling, arcade games, laser tag, pizza, a raffle and a patriotic costume contest.

    Chippers Horsetooth Lanes, Fort Collins

    For families, until 6:30 p.m.

    $25

evening

  • Sunday dinner live music

    A family-friendly event combines storytelling and live music with food and craft cocktails.

    Lonigans, Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 8 p.m.

    NightlifeFree

  • CSU Trombone Choir / FREE

    The CSU Trombone Choir performs music composed and arranged for trombone ensemble.

    Edna Rizley Griffin Concert Hall, Fort Collins

    For kids, until 8:30 p.m.

    Music

Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 8 open

to Nov 22

  • Estes Park Restaurant Week

    A dining event invites people to explore local restaurants and their culinary experiences.

    Various - see website, Estes Park

    For kids and families

    Festivals

to Nov 24

  • Art Harvest: Pastel by Julie Mass

    An exhibition features landscape and still-life pastel paintings by a Fort Collins artist.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For families

    ArtsFree

to Nov 25

  • Turkeys for Turkeys

    Bowl three strikes in a row to win a certificate toward a Thanksgiving turkey.

    Chipper's Lanes, Fort Collins

    For families, daily at 10 a.m.

    Cost of Bowling

to Dec 13

  • Estes Park Quota Festival of Trees

    A holiday tree display opens with Santa photos, cookies and cocoa, supporting Estes Park Quota as a fundraiser.

    The Estes Park Resort

    For kids and families

    Community

to Dec 19

to Jan 1

  • All is Bright Tour

    A self-guided Centerra holiday tour takes visitors past light displays, decorated neighborhoods and businesses, cocoa stops and an ice rink.

    Loveland

    For kids and families, daily at 5 p.m.

    HolidayFree

to Mar 6

  • We the People: Voices of Democracy

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

    Library (William E. Morgan Library), Fort Collins

    For kids

to May 15

  • Gifts from Ghana: Community Engagement & Transnational Solidarity Project

    An exhibition presents students’ photography, video, writing and digital storytelling about a CSU project in Ghana and exchanges with Ghanaian communities.

    Library (William E. Morgan Library), Fort Collins

    For kids

    Community

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.