The NoCo Herald

Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

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

For kids this week in Fort Collins

Tomorrow Tuesday, September 29 12 events

morning

evening

  • RUN CLUB

    A group run welcomes all activity levels, including walkers and faster runners, and allows dogs.

    ArtsOdell Brewing CompanyFreeFor families

  • Trivia Night

    A trivia night lets players test their knowledge for beer tokens, gift cards and other prizes.

    Food & drinkGilded Goat BrewingFreeFor familiesuntil 9 p.m.

  • Weekly Bingo

    Free bingo features rounds with chances to win pizza slices or drinks, plus a final-round pizza prize.

    Food & drinkSlyce’s Speak Cheesy LoungeFreeFor familiesuntil 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday September 30 10 events

morning

afternoon

  • Snack and Craft

    A drop-in program for middle and high school students pairs a snack with a shrinky-dink craft.

    ArtsCouncil Tree LibraryFreeFor kids and teensuntil 5:30 p.m.

evening

  • Plant Based Italian Cooking Class

    A hands-on class teaches plant-based cooking through caponata, mushroom ragù and apple-lemon cake, then serves the meal participants prepare.

    ArtsGinger and BakerFor familiesuntil 8:30 p.m.

  • Bingo Night at the Goat

    Bingo players compete for gift cards, beer, brewery merchandise and other prizes.

    Gilded Goat Brewing - MidtownFreeFor familiesuntil 8:30 p.m.

Thursday October 1 5 events

morning

evening

  • All Abilities Open Mic Nights

    An inclusive open mic and karaoke night welcomes people of all ages, abilities and communication styles, with adaptations, lyrics and accompaniment provided.

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

  • Careers with NoCo Nautilus Youth Group

    LGBTQIA+ teens and allies meet in a supportive youth group, with a session on careers, resumes, cover letters and job skills.

    ArtsOld Town LibraryFreeFor kids and teensuntil 7:30 p.m.

Friday October 2 6 events

All day

morning

evening

  • 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.

Saturday October 3 10 events

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

morning

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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.

  • 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

Sunday October 4 6 events

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

morning

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 LibraryFreeFor teens, families and adultsuntil 4 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$35–$73+For families

Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 3 open

to Oct 16

to Oct 30

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 MerchandisingFreeFor 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.