Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Music this week, free

Today Monday, September 28 2 events

evening

  • Wesley Scott

    ArtsThe Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8 p.m.

Tomorrow Tuesday, September 29 5 events

morning

  • 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

evening

  • 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 7:45 p.m.

  • David Tiller

    David Tiller performs songs he has written and shows how he brings them to life.

    ArtsThe Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8 p.m.

  • SMOK - Karaoke

    A karaoke night at SMOK BBQ pairs singing on stage with barbecue and beer.

    MusicFoothills Shopping Center, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 8 p.m.

Wednesday September 30 4 events

afternoon

  • 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.

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.

Thursday October 1 8 events

morning

  • 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.

evening

  • Alex Thoele Acoustic

    ArtsThe Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8 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.

Friday October 2 7 events

morning

  • Wiggle Worms

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

evening

  • 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.

  • 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.

Saturday October 3 6 events

morning

  • 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.

  • 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.

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.

Sunday October 4 4 events

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.

afternoon

  • 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.

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.

Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 1 open

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

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.