Fort Collins is consistently ranked on lists of the best places to raise a family, including The Best U.S. Cities to Raise a Family by MarketWatch. In addition to safety ratings, affordability, local schools and healthcare, major factors that land our hometown on these lists are our year-round, family-friendly attractions, […]
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9 Events Happening Over Memorial Day Weekend 2019 in Northern Colorado
Memorial Day is a special holiday honoring the people who died while serving in our country’s armed forces. Offering a day without work, school and other obligations, Monday, May 27th is an important day for Northern Colorado and for the entire country. Over the years, our community has developed several […]
How to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Northern Colorado
Mother’s Day in Northern Colorado is perfect for every mom: the gardening mom, the beer- and book-loving mom, the hiking mom, the brunch mom, and every single combination. Coinciding with Mom & Grad Week, May 11th and 12th in Fort Collins will celebrate both moms and CSU graduates with plenty […]
19 Easter 2019 Events You Don’t Want to Miss in Northern Colorado
Here in Northern Colorado, Easter brings lots of bunnies, plenty of sweets, delicious, seasonal foods, and thousands of eggs (even some that glow-in-the-dark!). To help you and your family make the most of the weekend, we rounded up Easter events happening in Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Estes Park, Windsor and […]
The 26 Essential Spring 2019 Events in Northern Colorado
Spring is here! And with it, we get to enjoy some of our favorite things about Northern Colorado: outdoor recreation, free festivals, live music and food. In addition to these one-time events, many of our communities are also kicking off beloved summer series like Noontime Notes Concert Series, Downtown Sessions […]
How to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Fort Collins, Loveland and Greeley
St. Patrick’s Day is upon us, and with it, come some of the region’s largest and greenest events. From parades through Greeley and parties in Fort Collins to quiet craft events and even Lucky Charms-inspired beer, this will be a NoCo holiday for the record books. Keep reading to find […]
The Biggest New Year’s Eve 2019 Events in Northern Colorado
New Year’s Eve means we’re saying goodbye to 2018 and welcoming the brand new year — but not before we party, cheer, dance and explore here in Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley and Estes Park. This year’s NYE lineup includes concerts, light displays, dinner events, parties, classes and even a rodeo! […]
Where to Buy Your Christmas Tree in Northern Colorado
NOTE: This post was updated November 2020 to reflect the latest information for the 2020 season. Due to COVID-19, be sure to practice social distancing and wear a mask during your visit, and check each website or call ahead for current details. If your holiday traditions don’t include trekking into […]
The Book Lover’s Guide to Fort Collins
Headed by pioneering literary organizations like Wolverine Farm Letterpress & Publick House, Northern Colorado Writers, and Poudre River Public Library District, Fort Collins’ community of writers and book lovers has celebrated a great resurgence in recent years. Though our community has always hosted countless artists, authors and creatives, there hasn’t […]
16 Family-friendly Halloween Events in Northern Colorado 2018
Halloween in Northern Colorado means ghouls and zombies and haunted stories from Fort Collins Tours. But it’s not all bone-chilling frights this October! In Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor and Greeley, our communities come together to celebrate the kid-friendly fun that Halloween brings as well—from pumpkin carving to pet costume contests. […]
10 Reasons We’re Excited for Fall in Northern Colorado
NOTE: This article was updated in October 2020 to include current information and recommendations. We can fall in love with fall no matter what city we find ourselves in. After all, pumpkin pie, apple cider and corn mazes are things we can enjoy anywhere. But we have a few strong reasons […]
25 Races to Run in Northern Colorado this Fall | Trail Races, Half Marathons, 5Ks + More
The great outdoors and the love for our community are just a couple of the things that make Northern Colorado one of our favorite places on the globe. Our region’s racing events are a combination of both and offer a year-round calendar that is packed with costumed runs, trail challenges, […]