Things to do this weekend, free
Friday October 2 38 events
All day
AfroBohemian Home: An Installation by Zsudayka Nzinga
An immersive gallery installation turns a room into a domestic space exploring Black American culture and the home as a source of strength and unity.
ArtsGregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort CollinsFree
Art Market
ArtsMugs Coffee Lounge, Fort CollinsFreeFor 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 Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor kids
morning
Babies and Books
StorytimeWindsor LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10 a.m.
LINC Twinkle Babies
A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies features age-appropriate actions, songs and books that support early literacy.
BooksLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 10:30 a.m.
Stay and Play
ArtsGlenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in MillikenFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kidsuntil 11 a.m.
Wiggle Worms
MusicEaton Public LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11 a.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 2 p.m.
Stay and Play
GamesWindsor LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.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.
Old Town Outdoor Mindful Movement Storytime
StorytimeOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.
Farr Family Storytime
Stories, songs and rhymes build early literacy skills for children and their caregivers.
StorytimeFarr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor familiesuntil 11 a.m.
Fire Station Storytime
A storytime with a children's librarian and volunteer firefighters is followed by a close look at fire engines and emergency equipment.
StorytimeOffsite Event, Estes ParkFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kidsuntil 11:15 a.m.
LINC Mini-Makers STEAM Storytime
Preschoolers and caregivers explore age-appropriate STEAM concepts through stories and hands-on activities.
BooksLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor preschoolers and kidsuntil 11:45 a.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.
Old Town Outdoor Mindful Movement Storytime
StorytimeOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11:30 a.m.
afternoon
Outreach Fort Collins
ClassesOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 2 p.m.
A Matter of Balance Series - 60+ yrs.
A series helps older adults reduce fear of falling, increase activity, and build strength and confidence through practical strategies.
BooksLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 3 p.m.
Signs & Stories
Families learn American Sign Language signs through stories, songs and rhymes, with activities supporting communication and early language development.
StorytimeFarr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor familiesuntil 2 p.m.
Free Legal Housing Clinic with the Colorado Poverty Law Project
A legal clinic offers tenants and mobile home owners one-on-one housing advice and guidance, with Spanish interpreters available on request.
Old Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 4 p.m.
Larimer County Judicial District's Self-Represented Litigant Coordinators (Sherlocks)
Self-represented people can get help navigating the court system and finding appropriate forms, but not legal advice or advocacy.
Old Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 4 p.m.
English Conversation Hour @ Riverside
English learners of all skill levels practice speaking and listening through facilitated activities and conversation.
BooksRiverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor adultsuntil 3 p.m.
Beyond the Classroom: Manufacturing Challenge
ArtsCentennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeFor kidsuntil 4 p.m.
Face Painting Friday
A face-painting session offers the chance to paint your own face, someone else's, or have yours painted.
ArtsKersey LibraryFreeFor kids and teensuntil 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.
Teen Lounge
A hangout for teens with video games, music and refreshments.
GamesRiverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor teensuntil 4:45 p.m.
evening
First Friday Art Walk
A downtown showcase of local creativity, with businesses hosting art installations, creative activities and live experiences.
ArtsGreeley Downtown Development AuthorityFreeuntil 8 p.m.
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.
Jon Pickett (Chain Station) Acoustic
Jon Pickett performs solo as a singer-songwriter and one-man band, blending bluegrass with a range of musical influences.
MusicThe Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes ParkFreeuntil 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.
Return of the Corn Mothers
A photographic exhibition honors women of Weld County’s agricultural heritage through portraits and collections of their biographies, philosophies and life stories.
TheaterLydia and Robert Ruyle Gallery, GreeleyFreeuntil 7 p.m.
Lucha Libre
A photographer’s talk and exhibition explore Lucha Libre through images of wrestlers and custom-made masks.
ArtsGreeley Creative Arts CenterFreeuntil 8 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.
Friday Night Live Music
Live music features Share The Road, Neilson & Nicholson, Random & True and guest artists.
MusicAmerican Legion Post 119, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8 p.m.
Queen of Hearts Drawing
CommunityAmerican Legion Post 119, Estes ParkFreeuntil 7 p.m.
First Friday Art Walk ™
A self-guided art walk showcases a range of artistic styles for amateurs and art aficionados.
ArtsDowntown Fort CollinsFreeuntil 9 p.m.
Karaoke Night
A karaoke singalong offers friends and family a chance to get together and sing.
NightlifeLonigans, Estes ParkFreeuntil midnight
Saturday October 3 34 events
All day
AfroBohemian Home: An Installation by Zsudayka Nzinga
An immersive gallery installation turns a room into a domestic space exploring Black American culture and the home as a source of strength and unity.
ArtsGregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort CollinsFree
morning
Greeley Farmers' Market
A farmers’ market features local food, flowers, handmade goods and more in a family-friendly setting.
OutdoorsLincoln Park, GreeleyFreeFor familiesuntil noon
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.
Intermediate Genealogy Part 2
A genealogy class helps researchers move beyond census and vital records to use land, immigration, court and other records in family-history research.
HistoryHarmony Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 12:30 p.m.
Mead Library Grand Opening
Mead Public LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens, families and adultsuntil noon
Teen Maker Mornings- Solder a Light-Up Animal
Teens learn basic soldering while making a light-up animal or jack-o'-lantern, with projects for beginners through experienced makers.
Makerspace, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and teensuntil noon
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.
Saturday Cafe
A coffeehouse-inspired gathering offers handmade caffeinated or decaffeinated drinks, books and games, with space for small projects and conversation.
ArtsSeed & Sage Studio, Estes ParkFreeuntil noon
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.
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 Merchandising, Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 3 p.m.
Weekend Toons
A weekend morning cartoon screening includes an all-you-can-eat cereal bar.
The Lyric, Fort CollinsFree
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 All Ages Storytime
StorytimeCouncil Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.
Super Saturday Storytime
Young children and caregivers hear stories, then try hands-on early-literacy activities such as crafts, sensory play and fine-motor challenges.
Farr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11:30 a.m.
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.
BooksLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kidsuntil 11:30 a.m.
MCHC After Party benefiting The Cultural Enrichment Center of Fort Collins
A benefit party for Fort Collins’ Cultural Enrichment Center features a lineup of performers and a DJ.
MusicMusic City Hot Chicken - North, Fort CollinsFree
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 & Nursery, Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 1 p.m.
Peeping Chicks
Families can learn about chickens and hatching, visit chicks and incubating eggs, and make or take home a chick craft.
ClassesCentennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeFor preschoolers, kids and familiesuntil 12:15 p.m.
afternoon
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.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
GamesWindsor LibraryFreeFor teensuntil 4 p.m.
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Adults, from newcomers to experienced players, play Dungeons & Dragons through collaborative storytelling, with all materials provided.
GamesWindsor LibraryFreeFor adultsuntil 4 p.m.
Backyard Chickening 101
Learn how to set up a chicken coop, find chickens, design their home and care for healthy birds.
Centennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeuntil 2:30 p.m.
Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens & Teens
Tweens and teens of all experience levels can play Dungeons & Dragons with help from a Dragon Master.
GamesEaton Public LibraryFreeFor kids and teensuntil 4 p.m.
85th Anniversary Bookmobile Tour- LINC
A bookmobile visit celebrates Weld County's bookmobile service at a local library.
BooksLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor familiesuntil 4:30 p.m.
Saturday Kids Club: Halloween Science with Mark
A spooky Halloween science lab for young mad scientists shows boiling water and dry ice creating ghostly fog, shrieking metals and bubbling monster potions.
Makerspace, Estes ParkFreeFor kidsuntil 2 p.m.
Pokemon Hang Out!
Elementary school kids gather to talk Pokémon, trade cards, play the game and meet other fans.
GamesErie Community LibraryFreeFor kidsuntil 2:45 p.m.
Investing Basics: Beginner Guide to Investing
A beginner investing guide covers setting goals, choosing accounts and investments, assessing risk, building a portfolio and understanding fees.
Farr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 3 p.m.
Move to the Latin Beat
A dance workshop for teens and adults features beginner-friendly instruction, vibrant music and an exploration of Latin cultural traditions.
LINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Riichi Mahjong - Beginner's Saturday
A beginner-focused gathering introduces Japanese mahjong, with teaching and game equipment provided.
ArtsStodgy Brewing, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 5 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 3:30 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.
Live Music
Local artists perform live music.
MusicGilded Goat Brewing, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 8 p.m.
Karaoke Night
A karaoke singalong offers friends and family a chance to get together and sing.
NightlifeLonigans, Estes ParkFreeuntil midnight
Sunday October 4 21 events
All day
AfroBohemian Home: An Installation by Zsudayka Nzinga
An immersive gallery installation turns a room into a domestic space exploring Black American culture and the home as a source of strength and unity.
ArtsGregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort CollinsFree
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.
Weekend Toons
A weekend morning cartoon screening includes an all-you-can-eat cereal bar.
The Lyric, Fort CollinsFree
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.
Teen Books & Boba- Falling for Books
Teens meet over boba to discuss books set in fall or featuring Halloween, spooky settings and autumn themes.
Alteatude, Estes ParkFreeFor teensuntil 11:30 a.m.
afternoon
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 Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor teens, families and adultsuntil 4 p.m.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Teens can learn Dungeons & Dragons through imaginative play and teamwork, with snacks and refreshments.
GamesRaven's Roast, Estes ParkFreeFor teensuntil 4 p.m.
Anti-MFA: A Writing Workshop for the Rest of Us
A poetry-focused workshop brings people together to discuss published work and give feedback on participants’ writing; all genres and nonwriters are welcome.
ArtsWolverine Farm Publick House, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 4 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 Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor families and adultsuntil 3 p.m.
Drop-in Chess
An informal drop-in chess session offers tables and sets for casual play, with chess books available for players looking to improve.
GamesCarbon Valley Regional Library, FirestoneFreeFor adultsuntil 3:30 p.m.
Manhattan Short Film Festival
A screening of short films from emerging filmmakers lets viewers vote for best film and actor.
MusicLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 5 p.m.
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.
Banned Books Writing Workshop
An interactive writing workshop explores reading, writing, banned books and authors who inspire new ways of seeing the world.
ArtsCSU Behavioral Sciences Building, Rm 105, Fort CollinsFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 2:45 p.m.
Lotería
Players can learn and play Lotería, with chances to win prizes and try snacks.
GamesRiverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Silent Reading Hour
A quiet group reading session lets people bring a book or choose one from the shelves, with no discussion or expectation to socialize.
BooksCarbon Valley Regional Library, FirestoneFreeFor adultsuntil 4 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 3:30 p.m.
Animal Afternoon
Old Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor kidsuntil 4 p.m.
"Judy Blume Forever" Film Screening
A documentary traces author Judy Blume’s life and legacy, including her role in opening discussion of taboo subjects and book banning.
ArtsCSU Behavioral Sciences Building, Rm A101, Fort CollinsFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 5 p.m.
evening
Geoff Clark Acoustic
Geoff Clark performs solo guitar and vocals, blending Americana, alt-country, folk and rock with Irish drinking songs.
ArtsThe Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8 p.m.
Sunday dinner live music
A family-friendly event combines storytelling and live music with food and craft cocktails.
NightlifeLonigans, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 8 p.m.
Geeks Who Drink
Teams tackle a quiz spanning science, sports and pop culture, with audio and visual rounds.
The Lyric, Fort CollinsFree
Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 11 open
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 16
Euchre Night at Breckenridge Brewery!
Euchre players of all ages compete in a team tournament for a prize package.
Food & drinkBreckenridge Brewery, Fort CollinsFreeFor families
to Oct 30
Old Town Library Art Gallery: Artists at Larimer County Jail and Creativity During Incarceration
Art by current and former Larimer County Jail artists is on display, with an opening reception featuring its curator and refreshments.
ArtsOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor families
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 Apr 2
Outstanding in Our Field: CSU’s Impact on Colorado Horticulture
An archival exhibition traces CSU’s impact on Colorado horticulture through crops, research and the spread of agricultural knowledge.
ArtsMorgan Library, CSU Libraries, Fort CollinsFreedaily at 9 a.m.
to May 15
Gifts from Ghana: Community Engagement & Transnational Solidarity Project
Student photography, video, writing and digital storytelling document a Ghana immersion and exchanges with Ghanaian communities.
ArtsCSU LIBRARIES - MORGAN LIBRARY, Fort CollinsFreedaily at 9 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.