Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Music this weekend, for kids

Friday October 2 5 events

morning

  • Wiggle Worms

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

evening

  • FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove

    An art walk offers gallery shows, artist meet-and-greets, live music and hands-on art experiences.

    FestivalsVarious Locations, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 8 p.m.

  • Live Jazz by Max Wagner & Stu MacAskie

    Max Wagner and Stu MacAskie play live jazz alongside gallery artwork, art demonstrations and show openings.

    ArtsEarthwood Collections, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 7 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., Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 7 p.m.

  • Buster & The Boomers Live Music

    A live band performs alongside a Queen of Hearts raffle, with food and drinks available.

    FestivalsAmerican Legion Post 119, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 8 p.m.

Saturday October 3 6 events

morning

  • 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.

  • Elk Fest

    A festival celebrating elk features wildlife exhibits, Native American music and storytelling, craft vendors, live entertainment, a bugling contest and educational seminars.

    FestivalsBond Park, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 4 p.m.

  • Stove Prairie Fall Festival

    A mountain community festival features local crafts and food vendors, a school bake sale and activities for all ages, supporting Stove Prairie School.

    MusicStove Prairie Elementary, BellvueFreeFor familiesuntil 3 p.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 Brewery, Fort CollinsFor familiesuntil 8 p.m.

afternoon

  • Riverside Fall Festival ft. Lid Dixon AT RIVERSIDE COLORADO

    A fall festival features pumpkin painting, seasonal drinks, a scavenger hunt, live music by Lid Dixon, a community bake-off, ghost stories and an outdoor Beetlejuice screening.

    MusicRiverside Colorado, BellvueGA - $13For familiesuntil 8 p.m.

evening

  • Sean Flynn Acoustic

    A roots-based guitarist plays groove-focused music that puts the song first.

    ArtsThe Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 8 p.m.

Sunday October 4 3 events

morning

  • Elk Fest

    A festival celebrating elk features wildlife exhibits, Native American music and storytelling, craft vendors, live entertainment, a bugling contest and educational seminars.

    FestivalsBond Park, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 4 p.m.

afternoon

  • Sunday Fun-day!

    Denny Driscoll performs while guests can enjoy wine, wine slushies, a food and charcuterie menu, and paella made on site.

    ArtsSnowy Peaks Winery, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 5 p.m.

evening

  • 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, Fort Collins$35–$73+For families

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.