Featured Events#
Parks & Rec Month#
Each July, the National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA) celebrates the lasting impact of parks and recreation in communities across the country. This year, Fort Collins is excited to join NRPA and their focus on togetherness with a series of special events.
Scavenger Hunt at The Farm
Date & Time: All of July
Location: The Farm at Lee Martinez Park
Cost: Admission to The Farm
Giddy up, partner! Mosey around The Farm and complete the scavenger hunt to earn a prize. Once you turn it in, we’ll toss your card into the hat for a chance to win an even bigger prize in our drawin’.
There & Back Again Walking Challenge
Date & Time: All of July
Activity Number: 311991
Cost: No Fee
Compete in the Parks & Rec Month walking challenge! Walk, hike, or wheel (for chair users) along the paved trails there and back for a total of 88 miles by the end of July. Participants’ miles and trails will be tracked using the honor system. The first community member to complete all trails and all miles will win a small prize. Weekly updates will be displayed at the Fort Collins Senior Center.
Independence Day Community Celebration
Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
Time: All Day
The City, in partnership with Elevations Credit Union, is excited to host a full slate of activities for this year's Independence Day Community Celebration.
The schedule of events includes activities in and around City Park like the FireKracker 5K, community parade, food truck rally, live music and much more! The day will conclude with celebratory fireworks.
EPIC Try-o-thon
Date & Time: Saturday, July 19
Location: Edora Pool Ice Center & Edora Park
Cost: No Fee
Cool off and try all the things that EPIC has to offer! From hockey to aqua volleyball, try any of the six activities being offered.
40th Anniversary of The Farm!
Date & Time: Sunday, July 20
Location: The Farm at Lee Martinez Park
The celebration event will take place in September – stay tuned for more details.
Kids in the Park
Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
Time: 4-7 p.m.
Location: Twin Silo Community Park
Same event, new time! Enjoy your favorite day out at the park, where community members are encouraged to get outside and play! Learn about exciting recreation activities, play in the park, dance to music and enjoy snacks from local food trucks.
Movie in the Park
Date & Time: Thursday, July 31 (Time is TBA; based on sunset)
Location: Heritage Park
Movie: Cars
Arrive early to create your own “drive-in” car with supplies provided on-site (while they last), or build one at home using instructions shared in advance!
Each child will receive a free snack pack at check-in, and families are welcome to bring a picnic dinner or favorite movie treats to enjoy during the show.
Ink & Imagination Festival#
Date & Time: Tuesday, July 1 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: Fort Collins Senior Center
Cost: $10
Swap your old reads for something new, enjoy engaging presentations on poetry and classic literature, explore Evie the Mobile Library and try hands-on book activities. Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Fort Collins Senior Center or by calling 970-221-6644.
Activity Schedule
10:00-11:00 a.m.
Presentation: Dylan the Poet: From Hard Rain to Desolation Row
Presented by Mac McNeil
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Poetry Presentation: Opposite of Blink
Featuring Mark J. Rosoff and Tim Van Schmidt, with guest poet Lorrie Wolfe
12:00-2:00 p.m.
Book Swap
Hosted by the Fort Collins Book Swap Society
Bring a few books to exchange and take home some new reads! Light snacks provided.
12:15-12:55 p.m.
Games: The Funny Side of Books
Presented by Sara Hoffman
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Presentation: Richard II
Presented by Dr. Heidi Schmidt, dramaturg from CU Boulder
Includes a plot summary, historical context, background on real events in the play, and Q&A.
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Evie the Book Mobile
Stop by and explore books on wheels!
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Crafts: Create book-inspired decorations and bookmarks
All supplies provided. First come, first served until supplies run out.
Upcoming Events#
Wellness & Retirement Expo
Date & Time: Mon., June 16 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Location: Fort Collins Senior Center
Cost: No Fee
Tour community resources and opportunities that enrich personal health and wellness including retirement options and related resources.
Paralympic Program & Equipment Expo
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 10 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: Fort Collins Senior Center
Activity Number: 402561-01
Cost: No Fee
Test out adaptive equipment and participate in Paralympic sports. Experience a GRIT Freedom Chair (for hiking), adaptive cycles (including handcycles), Wheelchair Rugby, Paralympic Boccia, Wheelchair Tennis, Adaptive Pickleball, and more. If you are an organization that supports the adaptive community and would like to learn more about how to get involved with this event, please contact Sarah Olear at solear@fcgov.com.
Farm 40th Anniversary Celebration
Date & Time: Saturday, September 13 | 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: The Farm at Lee Martinez Park
Cost: No Fee
Celebrate The Farm’s 40th anniversary with a special day out at The Farm. Enjoy barnyard games, learn the history of the farm, and visit with the animals.