Music this week, for kids

10 a.m.

• Touch a Truck

  Visitors can explore big vehicles, honk horns, turn wheels and press buttons.

  MusicRiverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor preschoolers, kids and familiesuntil noon

1 p.m.

• Music and Movement

  Caregivers and children make music together through songs, dancing, instrument play and group music-making.

  MusicEaton Public LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 2 p.m.

10 a.m.

• LINC Music & Movement

  Preschoolers and caregivers move together through an active storytime with stories and music that support motor skills and early literacy.

  BooksLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.

5 p.m.

• 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., Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 7 p.m.

7 p.m.

• First Friday Art Walks Free Live Music

  An art walk pairs local art with live performances by local musicians.

  MusicLittle Man Ice Cream, Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 10 p.m.

10 a.m.

• Wiggle Worms

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

5 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.

• 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.

6 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.

9 a.m.

• 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.

10 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.

• 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.

11 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 Brewery, Fort CollinsFor familiesuntil 8 p.m.

2 p.m.

• 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.

5 p.m.

• 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.

10 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.

2 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.

6 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