When summer hits, we’re craving berries of all kinds — including blackberries, raspberries, strawberries and blueberries. And what’s better than eating berries in the heat of summer? The answer is: eating berries picked off the bush just seconds ago. There are plenty of places in Northern Colorado to access freshly picked […]
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16 Fun Things to Do With Kids This Summer in Fort Collins 2021
Summer is in full swing! With the warmer, longer days, often comes a kid or two on summer break who claims “I’m bored” the second they’re not entertained. But not anymore! Keep your little ones happy and active this summer with these family-friendly activities and destinations in Fort Collins. We’ve included […]
How to Celebrate Father’s Day in Northern Colorado 2021
Aaahh, June! What a glorious month — especially in Northern Colorado. Here, we’re starting to have consistently warm (snow-free!) days and the kids are finally out of school. And it also holds one of our favorite holidays: Father’s Day! There are so many reasons to celebrate our dads and fatherly figures in […]
Ways to Celebrate Pride Month in Northern Colorado This Summer
Pride Month is here! But why limit the celebration of Pride to one month? Here in Northern Colorado, we’re celebrating all summer long with a mixture of in-person and virtual events, from parades and marches, plus a few local organizations you can support with a donation. Whether you are a member […]
15 Outdoor Summer Festivals in Northern Colorado 2021
Summer in Northern Colorado is the ultimate festival season. While many events were put on hold last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many are back and ready to provide some socially distanced fun for the whole family! We rounded up 15 events where you can dance, eat, taste local brews, […]
Ways to Celebrate Easter 2021 in Northern Colorado
After more than a year of this pandemic, one thing is clear: Northern Colorado residents have still found a way to celebrate just about anything, whether it’s drive-by birthdays, Zoom weddings, or socially distanced holidays and other events. And the ingenuity continues for Easter 2021! While many of our large-scale gatherings are on hold […]
15 Outdoor + Distanced Spring Events in Fort Collins 2021
Spring is almost here! Is it just us or is this the most exciting season of the year? It typically means longer days, more sunshine, blooming flowers and warmer temperatures — essentially, more reasons to spend time outdoors. And after an entire year with COVID restrictions and more time spent at home, we’re […]
Fun + Obscure Holidays You Should Celebrate This Year in Fort Collins
National Cheeseburger Day, National Hug a Musician Day, National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day — it seems like there is a holiday for literally everything on the planet, both big and small. And there kind of is! Mark your calendars for the many obscure, fun and sometimes hilarious national days coming up this […]
How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Northern Colorado During a Pandemic
It feels as though we’ve lived an entire lifetime in just 12 months, but at the same time, we’re surprised we’re already nearing the end of 2020! Say goodbye to this unusual, memorable year in an equally as unique fashion. Because, while we can’t gather for champagne toasts, fireworks or […]
Virtual + Socially Distanced Santa Visits In and Around Fort Collins
Candy chutes, virtual galas and drive-thru concerts — we’ve seen it all this year when it comes to events and celebrations altered to meet CDC guidelines. But here’s a new one: virtual and socially distanced Santa visits! That’s right! Santa and his crew are not immune to restrictions, including face mask […]
7 Haunted Hotels You Can Stay At In Colorado
While we love a good ghost story any time of year, there’s something extra creepy about sharing haunted tales during the month of October. We’ve already uncovered a handful of real haunted places in Fort Collins, including the Avery House and Centennial High School, but this time, let’s pan out […]
Ways to Celebrate Halloween in Northern Colorado This Year
Halloween is creeping around the corner! Sure, this year might look different than the pub crawls and costume parties of the past, but that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate. In fact, the holiday falls on a Saturday this year, which provides a full day of festivities! To ensure a safe […]