For kids this weekend in Fort Collins

All day

• Art Market

  ArtsMugs Coffee LoungeFreeFor families

• Registration opens for November 11 Bound by Books

  Tweens and an adult mentor read and discuss a book together, try hands-on activities and make new friends.

  BooksCouncil Tree LibraryFreeFor kids

10 a.m.

• Old Town Outdoor Mindful Movement Storytime

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

11 a.m.

• 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.

  HolidayFarm FusionFor families

• Old Town Outdoor Mindful Movement Storytime

  StorytimeOld Town LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11:30 a.m.

5 p.m.

• Music at the Mothership

  A live music series features a curated lineup and free performances on an outdoor lawn.

  MusicNew Belgium Brewing Company, Inc.FreeFor familiesuntil 7 p.m.

All day

• 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.

  HistoryPoudre Landmarks Foundation, Inc.For families

8 a.m.

• Colorado State University Homecoming 5k

  A campus 5K and kids’ run brings together students, alumni and community members, with all ages and abilities welcome.

  SportsColorado State University Oval$25-$50For families

9 a.m.

• Larimer County Farmers' Market

  A farmers’ market anniversary celebration highlights local farmers and fresh Colorado-grown food, with special events planned.

  MusicOld Town Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 1 p.m.

10 a.m.

• Make & Mend

  A textile open studio for mending, upcycling and other fabric projects helps participants build skills to maintain their own clothes and accessories.

  ArtsAvenir Museum of Design and MerchandisingFreeFor familiesuntil 3 p.m.

• Council Tree All Ages Storytime

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

11 a.m.

• Breckenridge Brewery Oktoberfest

  An Oktoberfest celebration features a stein-holding competition, Märzen beer, an ice cream pairing with Ben & Jerry’s, prizes and live music.

  MusicBreckenridge BreweryFor familiesuntil 8 p.m.

• Northern Colorado Pride 2026

  A Pride festival features local entertainment, food trucks, LGBTQ+ history exhibits, vendors, a kids' area and community-building activities.

  FestivalsFort Collins Senior CenterFreeFor familiesuntil 5 p.m.

• Oktoberfest at Bath Garden Center

  A family-focused Oktoberfest pairs soda flights and grilled brats, hot dogs and veggie dogs with pumpkin bowling, beanbag toss and kids' crafts.

  Bath Garden Center & NurseryFreeFor familiesuntil 1 p.m.

noon

• Football Game Day: Smith Alumni Center & Ram Walk Tailgate

  Game-day gatherings feature live music, football broadcasts, food trucks, a team-and-band Ram Walk and a parade.

  Food & drinkSmith Alumni Center (northeast corner of Canvas Stadium)Ram Walk Tailgate (Intramural Field 2, along Meridian Ave)Fort Collins, COFreeFor familiesuntil 3:30 p.m.

1 p.m.

• Spooky Sourdough 101 Workshop

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

  ClassesFarm FusionFor families

All day

• 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.

  HistoryPoudre Landmarks Foundation, Inc.For families

11 a.m.

• B/AACC Homecoming Legacy Brunch: Celebrating 50 Years

  A homecoming brunch hosted by the Black/African American Cultural Center and CSU Alumni Association celebrates the center’s legacy.

  ArtsLory Student Center Grand BallroomFor familiesuntil 2 p.m.

noon

• Clothing Swap

  An all-ages clothing swap lets people browse and take gently used clothes and accessories, whether or not they bring donations.

  Old Town LibraryFreeFor teens, families and adultsuntil 4 p.m.

1 p.m.

• Peas and Thank You: Free Produce and Vegetable Garden Share

  People can share homegrown fruits and vegetables or pick up free food, while Master Gardeners answer gardening questions.

  Food & drinkHarmony LibraryFreeFor families and adultsuntil 3 p.m.

3 p.m.

• Animal Afternoon

  Old Town LibraryFreeFor kidsuntil 4 p.m.

6 p.m.

• Ghostbusters in Concert

  The original Ghostbusters film plays on a large screen with its score performed live by an orchestra, alongside a costume contest and spooky special guests.

  MusicThe Lincoln Center$35–$73+For families