The NoCo Herald

Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Clear, 69° in Fort Collins at 5:40 PM. Forecast high 74, low 56.

Things to do this weekend

Sunday October 4 51 events

All day

  • 13 : The Séance at The Stanley

    An adults-only theatrical séance lets guests witness and participate in a Victorian-style séance featuring the Stanley Hotel’s departed guests.

    ArtsAiden Sinclair's Underground, Estes Park$95

  • 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

  • Inspired Drop-In Art Experiences

    Drop-in art projects and take-home kits let beginners and experienced artists try techniques including acrylic pouring, marbling, hydro dipping and alcohol inks.

    ArtsInspired Artisan Market & Studio, Estes ParkPrice variesFor kids and families

  • Foothills - Collective Market

    A market brings together vintage sellers, artists and makers offering collectibles, original art, handmade goods, décor and one-of-a-kind finds.

    MarketsFoothills Shopping Center, Fort Collins

  • 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

  • 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., Fort CollinsFor families

morning

  • ÖTILLÖ Swimrun Colorado 2026

    Teams or solo racers alternate trail running and open-water swimming without changing gear in a rugged endurance race suited to runners, swimmers and triathletes.

    SportsLory State Park & Horsetooth Reservoir, Bellvue$90+ See race registration for details.until 2 p.m.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • Scandinavian Baking Class

    A hands-on baking class teaches Scandinavian cardamom buns, Swedish celebration cake and Danish raspberry bars.

    ClassesGinger and Baker, Fort Collins89until 1 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.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Painting Technique Class: Cozy Morning Mug

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

    ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes Park$35For kids and familiesuntil 3 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.

  • Mountain Glow Candle Bar Experience

    A hands-on candle-making experience lets guests choose a scent and vessel, with flavored water and a surprise snack included.

    ArtsRocky Mountain Olive Oil, Fort Collins$45until 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.

  • Intro to Stained Glass Workshop

    Beginners learn copper-foil stained-glass techniques and make a colorful glass piece from a choice of precut designs.

    ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes Park$50. Pre-registration is REQUIRED.until 3 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.

  • Painting Technique Class: Crafty Chica Oaxacan Mug

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

    ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes ParkFor kids and familiesuntil 4 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.

  • Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really, by Kate Hamill

    A darkly comic, gender-bending reworking of Dracula turns the vampire tale into a feminist revenge fantasy about predators and toxic masculinity.

    ArtsColorado State University School of the Arts, Fort Collinsuntil 4 p.m.

  • Sunday Summer Series: Cowboys Dead

    MusicBellvueuntil 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.

  • G&B Chicken Pot Pie Cooking Class

    A hands-on cooking class teaches chicken pot pie basics, from dough and fillings to flavor, then serves the meal participants make.

    ClassesGinger and Baker, Fort Collins$99until 8:30 p.m.

  • Magician Hannibal at The Stanley Hotel

    Hannibal presents an interactive theatrical show combining traditional sleight of hand with a biographical journey through a master magician’s life.

    ArtsAiden Sinclair's Underground, Estes Park$45+

  • 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.

  • Live Magic at The Stanley Hotel

    Magicians perform illusion in a subterranean theater beneath the Stanley Hotel.

    ArtsAiden Sinclair's Underground, Estes Park$45+until 8:30 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, Fort Collins$35–$73+For families

  • Poker (Rocky Mountain Poker Venues)

    A poker game offers players a chance to win Horsetooth Tavern gift cards.

    Food & drinkHorsetooth Tavern, Fort Collins

  • Geeks Who Drink

    Teams tackle a quiz spanning science, sports and pop culture, with audio and visual rounds.

    The Lyric, Fort CollinsFree

  • Weekly Sound Bath & Meditation with Joe

    A guided sound bath pairs handmade bowls and other sound tools with meditation and breathing instruction, gentle music and aromatherapy; no experience is needed.

    MusicThe Movement Apothecary, Fort Collins$25 Drop inuntil 8:30 p.m.

  • Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz

    A trivia night features fresh, thought-provoking questions intended to bring people together and share new facts.

    The Tavern at St. Michael's Square 2918 67th Ave Greeley, COuntil 9 p.m.

  • Karaoke Night

    Chipper's Lanes, Fort Collinsuntil 10 p.m.

  • Paranormal Investigations at The Stanley Hotel

    A hands-on paranormal investigation uses scientific methods and specialized tools to collect and document evidence of the supernatural.

    NightlifeThe Stanley Hotel, Estes Park$125until 1 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.