The NoCo Herald

Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Things to do this weekend in Weld County

Today Friday, November 13 54 events

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
  • Liberty 250 Exhibit - Immersive History of the Revolutionary War

    A traveling exhibit uses large-scale historical panels to tell the story of the Revolutionary War and America’s independence.

    Between Student Commons & Allied Health, Greeley

    until 5 p.m.

    Nightlife
  • 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

  • Liberty 250 Exhibit - Immersive History of the Revolutionary War

    A traveling exhibit traces the Revolutionary War through large-scale historical panels and a visual account of America’s independence.

    Aims Community College, Student Commons, Greeley

    until 5 p.m.

    Arts
  • Stay and Play

    Windsor Library

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

    GamesFree
  • N Scale & Z Scale in the Lobby!

    Museum friends display Z Scale model-train modules, and visitors can ask them about their trains and modeling.

    680 10th St, Greeley, CO

  • 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
  • Golden Years

    A social program brings people together to share memories, strengthen relationships and stay active with light exercises.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    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
  • Turkeys for Turkeys

    A bowling promotion awards a certificate toward a Thanksgiving turkey for three strikes in a row.

    2454 West - Live Music, Bowling, Arcade, Greeley

  • 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

  • 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
  • FRIDAY THE 13TH $13 & UP PIERCINGS & FLASH TATTOOS

    A flash tattoo and piercing sale offers set tattoo designs, piercings in several placements and optional color.

    2050 Greeley Mall, Greeley, CO

  • Friday the 13th at Fedora

    Flash tattoos and piercings are available at this shop event.

    2406 W 17th st ste A, Greeley, CO

    until 10 p.m.

afternoon

  • Lunch and Learn

    A registered dietitian explains prediabetes, its progression to Type 2 diabetes, associated risks and how activity, nutrition and weight loss can help prevent it.

    Windsor Library

    For adults, until 1:30 p.m.

    Food & drinkFree
  • Go West Film Festival: High Noon Showing

    A Go West Film Festival screening of Sergeant Rutledge.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For adults, until 3 p.m.

    MusicFree
  • Milliken Community Walk Audit

    1101 Broad St, Milliken, CO 80543-8335, United States

    Outdoors

  • Mad Science

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

    Grover Library

    For kids and teens, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • English Conversation Hour @ Riverside

    English learners of all skill levels practice speaking and listening through facilitated activities and conversation.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

    For adults, until 3 p.m.

    BooksFree

  • 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
  • Cozy Night at The Grand

    A neighborhood gathering offers bingo, snacks and refreshments.

    3202 11th Ave , Evans, CO, United States, Colorado 80620

  • 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
  • Teen Lounge

    A hangout for teens with video games, music and refreshments.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

    For teens, until 4:45 p.m.

    GamesFree
  • "I've Been Meaning to Read That..." Adult Book Club: Lessons in Chemistry

    Readers discuss Lessons in Chemistry in a relaxed book-club conversation with fellow book lovers.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For adults, until 5 p.m.

    BooksFree

evening

  • Sports
  • Eric Wiggs and Dylan McCarthy

    Eric Wiggs and Dylan McCarthy perform bluegrass, from traditional selections to contemporary acoustic Americana, with duet harmonies.

    City Star Brewing, Berthoud

    until 8:30 p.m.

    Music
  • 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
  • The Mystics Meetup

    A meetup for anyone interested in spiritual, metaphysical, esoteric or occult practices, with books and tools from participants’ practices welcome for sharing.

    805 8th St. ste 200, Greeley, CO, United States, Colorado 80634

    until 7:30 p.m.

  • NERF Wars

    Kids battle with NERF blasters, bringing their own or using the event’s equipment.

    Family FunPlex, Greeley

    until 7 p.m.

  • Arise to Glory: A Black-Tie Celebration

    A dinner, silent auction and program celebrate women served by Arise! and its work supporting women healing from abuse.

    The Atlas, Greeley

    until 9 p.m.

    Festivals
  • Kindness Day-Birthday Giveaway!

    A community giveaway invites nominations of families facing hardship to receive donated birthday-party packages.

    1930 Greeley Mall, Greeley, CO, United States, Colorado 80631

  • 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
  • Music Bingo at Wiley Roots Brewing

    A music bingo game challenges players to recognize songs from clips and mark them on bingo cards.

    625 3rd Street Greeley, CO 80631

    until 8:30 p.m.

    Music
  • Adult Drop-In Volleyball

    Adults play recreational four-on-four volleyball, rotating teams on and off the courts; individuals, friends or teams of four can join.

    Windsor Community Rec Center

    For adults, until 8:30 p.m.

  • Aims Community Theatre Group Presents: Harvey

    A classic comedy follows a cheerful man whose unusual best friend is an invisible, six-foot rabbit spirit.

    Ed Beaty Hall, Greeley

    Theater$15
  • Make 'Em Laugh

    A comedy show features material resembling Friends, Will & Grace, Golden Girls, Seinfeld, The Honemooners and Taxi.

    Windsor High School

    until 9 p.m.

  • Holiday Porch & Mat Decor

    A holiday craft night lets participants decorate a porch leaner, doormat or both using a choice of designs.

    Just Us Sisters Event Center, Greeley

    until 9 p.m.

    Holiday

Tomorrow Saturday, November 14 48 events

All day

  • UNC Brass and Percussion Day

    Brass and percussion players take part in masterclasses and All-State audition prep, with student and faculty performances.

    Campus Commons Performance Hall, Greeley

    MusicFree

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
  • TRI Gobbler Food Drive

    A family-friendly Poudre Trail walk collects food and donations for Weld Food Bank to help feed local families.

    Poudre River Trail, Greeley, CO

    until 1 p.m.

    Food & drink$3-$15
  • Adult Hiking Club: Kruger Rock Trail

    A guided group hike on Kruger Rock Trail welcomes all skill levels, with transportation provided.

    Thompson Rivers Parks & Recreation District, Milliken

    For adults, until 1 p.m.

    Outdoors

  • Alumni Tailgate: UNC Football vs. Montana State

    A pregame tailgate offers games and a complimentary drink before UNC faces Montana State, with alumni and friends welcome.

    Nottingham Field, Greeley

    until noon

  • November Jan Byyny Clinic

    Riders take a clinic with coach Jan Byyny, with stadium instruction and cross-country riding on a course.

    1044 County Road 15, Brighton, CO, United States, Colorado 80603, Dacono

  • Greeley West Craft Fair

    Vendors offer items for purchase alongside concessions, a booster club bake sale and a scavenger hunt.

    Greeley West High School

    until 2 p.m.

    Arts
  • Flags for Our Heroes

    Volunteers place flags to honor veterans in a family-friendly activity welcoming individuals, families and youth groups.

    Sunset Memorial Gardens and Stoddard Funeral Home, Greeley

    until noon

  • Greeley West Annual Craft Fair 2026

    Greeley West High School

    until 2 p.m.

    Arts

  • 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
  • Weld Re-8 ~ 2nd Annual Tinsel Tree Festival!

    A decorated-tree display and raffle raise money for students, classrooms, clubs and teams.

    530 Reynolds St, Fort Lupton, CO 80621-1326, United States

    until 2 p.m.

    Festivals
  • 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
  • Turkeys for Turkeys

    A bowling promotion awards a certificate toward a Thanksgiving turkey for three strikes in a row.

    2454 West - Live Music, Bowling, Arcade, Greeley

  • 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

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    ArtsFree
  • Little Red Barn Farm Store - Open House

    A farm store offers beef, pork sausage, soup kits, pickles, honey, sourdough and personal-care goods, with farm animals to see.

    10103 County Road 22, Fort Lupton, CO

    until 5 p.m.

  • Junior Bulldogs Wrestling Camp | Boys & Girls | K-5

    A wrestling camp led by the high school varsity coach helps elementary-age boys and girls build mat skills and confidence.

    6525 W 18th St, Greeley, CO 80634

    until noon

  • 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
  • Advent Art Journals

    Participants paint and assemble journals for Advent reflection, with prompts to take home for the lead-up to Christmas.

    Makers Mercantile & Studio, Greeley

    until 12:30 p.m.

    Classes$45

  • 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
  • Chili Cook-Off

    Cooks compete in a red- and green-chili cook-off, with tastings and prizes for top chefs.

    3010 W 29th St, Greeley, CO, United States, Colorado 80631

    Food & drink

afternoon

  • Aims Community Theatre Group Presents: Harvey

    A classic comedy follows a cheerful man whose unusual best friend is an invisible, six-foot rabbit spirit.

    Ed Beaty Hall, Greeley

    Theater$15
  • Views of Nature The Galapagos Archipelago

    A photo program explores Galapagos wildlife, plant life, geology, human history and present-day communities.

    Erie Community Library

    For adults, until 2:30 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
  • Rosemary Bonsai Workshop

    A workshop introduces bonsai basics through rosemary, with a rosemary start, wire, pots, soil and pruners provided.

    Alkynes of Vines, Greeley

    until 3 p.m.

    Classes$65
  • Rustic Wall Hanging Santa

    A hands-on workshop crafts a Santa wall hanging, layering materials for a textured beard and mustache and finishing it with a customized hat, eyes and wood-slice nose.

    Makers Mercantile & Studio, Greeley

    until 3 p.m.

    Classes$28

  • Alcohol Ink Painting, Level I

    A workshop introduces alcohol-ink techniques for creating wispy art on paper, ceramic tiles and glass ornaments.

    Greeley Creative Arts Center

    until 3:30 p.m.

    Classes$210, for 6 sessions
  • Fused Glass Lanterns

    Participants create a holiday lantern with four glass panels; first-time attendees are advised to include a metal-sided lantern, while returning attendees can make just the panels.

    Makers Mercantile & Studio, Greeley

    until 3:30 p.m.

    Classes$50 - $75

evening

  • Berthoud Blues Bash

    A free blues music lineup features Mad Dog Duo, 100LB Housecat, The Delta Sonics, The Johnny O. Band and headliner Jack Hadley Band.

    City Star Brewing, Berthoud

    until 8 p.m.

Sunday November 15 21 events

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

  • Turkeys for Turkeys

    A bowling promotion awards a certificate toward a Thanksgiving turkey for three strikes in a row.

    2454 West - Live Music, Bowling, Arcade, Greeley

  • Erie HS Mattress Sale-Up to 50% OFF Retail!

    A school band fundraiser sells factory-direct mattresses and accessories, including adjustable bases, massage chairs, pillows, sheets and frames.

    Erie High School

    until 5 p.m.

  • Little Red Barn Farm Store - Open House

    A farm store offers beef, pork sausage, soup kits, pickles, honey, sourdough and personal-care goods, with farm animals to see.

    10103 County Road 22, Fort Lupton, CO

    until 5 p.m.

  • Donna's hummingbird walk

    A walk in remembrance of a grandmother, with donations invited as a way to raise Alpha-1 awareness.

    Poudre Learning Center, Greeley

    Outdoors

  • Harvest & Holly Market

    A family-friendly market features 40 or more local artisans, boutiques and crafters, plus kids' activities, raffles and live entertainment.

    701 5th Street, Frederick, CO, United States, Colorado 80530

    until 3 p.m.

    Markets
  • Soup Luncheon Fundraiser

    A soup luncheon fundraiser supports Stepping Stones of Windsor and shares ways to help neighbors stay housed in the RE-4 community.

    Bethel Lutheran Church, Windsor

    Community
  • Harvest & Holly Market

    A market features more than 40 local vendors, food trucks and music, with handmade goods available to shop.

    Carbon Valley Recreational, Frederick

    until 3 p.m.

    Markets

  • Potluck Sunday

    Church members share a potluck meal, pack Christmas child boxes while watching The Chosen, and pray over the boxes.

    Love Thy Neighbor Community Church, Milliken

    until 2:30 p.m.

afternoon

  • Greeley Game Night at Boomer House

    An all-ages gaming meetup offers a community hangout and a large library of board games, with private rooms available for D&D groups.

    1024 8th Street Greeley, CO 80631

    until 5 p.m.

    Games
  • Thanksgiving Potluck

    Johnstown

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

    Holiday
  • Men's Fitness Fellowship

    Men meet for fitness and fellowship, with workout equipment provided.

    250 Mountain Ave, Berthoud, CO, United States, Colorado 80513

    until 1 p.m.

    Sports

  • Mini-Book Ornament Making

    Make a miniature book ornament from an assortment of titles, with materials and staff help provided.

    Words of Windsor

    Books

  • Sweet Traditions: Holiday Candy Making Workshop

    A demonstration shows how to make classic homemade holiday treats, including fluffy marshmallows, caramels and pistachio brittle, with tips for making them at home.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For adults, until 3:30 p.m.

    OutdoorsFree

  • Family LEGO Club

    Families build with provided LEGO bricks in a casual club focused on creativity and making friends.

    Erie Community Library

    For kids and families, until 3 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • Craft & Sip - Glass Suncatcher Workshop at MECO Coffee!

    Participants make glass suncatchers or ornament sets in a guided craft workshop, choosing from seasonal designs and colors.

    318 5th St, Frederick, CO 80530-5009, United States

    until 4 p.m.

    Arts$49.87-$64.8

evening

  • Sticks & Wires

    A live band performs music ranging from moody ballads and spirited rock and roll to novel pop.

    Moxi Theater, Greeley

    until 8:30 p.m.

    MusicFrom $20

  • 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, CO

    until 9 p.m.

    Food & drink

Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 11 open

to Nov 14

  • UNC Bears Home Football Games

    Northern Colorado's Bears play home and road football games against Big Sky and nonconference opponents.

    University of Northern Colorado Athletics, Greeley

    Sports$7-$160
  • Go West Film Festival

    A festival screens classic and contemporary westerns, with a shorts showcase and filmmakers appearing in person.

    Kress Cinema and Lounge, Greeley

    Free

to Nov 15

  • Les Misérables

    Jean Valjean seeks redemption while Inspector Javert pursues him and revolutionaries fight for freedom.

    Johnstown

    Film
  • Les Misérables

    In 19th-century France, Jean Valjean seeks redemption as Inspector Javert pursues him and revolutionaries fight for freedom.

    Johnstown

    Film

to Nov 22

  • Harvey

    A comedy follows a cheerful man and his unusual best friend, an invisible spirit that takes the form of a six-foot rabbit.

    Aims Community College, Ed Beaty Theater, Room 102, Greeley

    Theater$15

to Nov 29

to Nov 30

  • Monthly Craft Kit

    A crochet kit includes a pattern, yarn, stuffing, hooks and stitch markers, with skill levels varying by kit.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    daily at 9 a.m.

    Arts
  • Monthly Craft Kit

    A crochet craft kit includes a pattern, yarn, stuffing, hooks and stitch markers; skill levels vary by kit.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    daily at 9 a.m.

    Arts

to Dec 31

to Feb 27

  • UNC Bears Women's Basketball Home Games

    Northern Colorado women's basketball plays home games, with themed nights and live streaming on ESPN+.

    University of Northern Colorado Athletics, Greeley

    Sports$6-$25

to Mar 1

  • UNC Bears Men's Basketball Home Games

    Northern Colorado men's basketball plays home games, including themed nights and a toy drive.

    University of Northern Colorado Athletics, Greeley

    Sports$6-$25

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