Featured Events#
Treatsylvania#
At this non-spooky Halloween event, treat your little ghosties to a stroll through the barn and down Trick-or-Treat Street to collect candy. Have a “gourd” time and enjoy a hayride with the family.
Dates & Times:
- Friday, October 25 | 5-7 p.m.
- Saturday, October 26 | 5-7 p.m.
- Sunday, October 27 | 1-3 p.m. & 5-7 p.m.
Ages: 10 years & under
Location: The Farm
Cost: $9
Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis starting Wednesday, October 2 at 7 a.m. Tickets are only needed for participating children (10 years & under). Adults and older children may attend for free without a ticket.
Pottery Programming 50th Anniversary Celebration#
Dates & Times:
- Saturday, October 26 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Sunday, October 27 | Noon-5 p.m.
Location: The Pottery Studio
Cost: Free
Celebrate The Pottery Studio’s 50th Anniversary with us during the annual Artist Studio Tour! Join us for tours, demos, community member sales, snacks, and a visual display.
The City of Fort Collins Pottery Studio is proud of its unique history of providing high-quality instructional programs as well as building a rich community of local artists. The Pottery Studio building was built in 1923 and is the second oldest Recreation building in the department. It was designated as an arts & crafts space in 1971 and began offering educational pottery programs in 1974. Come be a part of this significant milestone!
Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony#
Date: Friday, November 1
Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
Location: Old Town Square
Cost: Free
Kick off the holiday season in Old Town Square with the illumination of the annual lights! Trees throughout Old Town will be illuminated with thousands of LED bulbs through February. Lights turn on at approximately 6:30 p.m.
Holiday Artisan Market#
Dates: Friday, November 29 & Saturday, November 30
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: Fort Collins Senior Center
Cost: Free
Find uniquely crafted holiday gifts at this premier craft fair. More than 100 artisans and crafters gather to share handmade creations with visitors.
Upcoming Events#
ARO Adaptive Golf Event
Date & Time: Tues., September 24 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: Collindale Golf Course
Cost: Free
Celebrate and learn more about Recreation's Adaptive Golf program coming in Spring 2025! Enjoy refreshments, driving range and putting green contests, professional golf instruction, and test your golf skills to get a feel for the game in a non-competitive environment. Golf equipment will be provided. Open to all ages and abilities.
In partnership with Pars For Mars & Collindale Golf Academy.
Senior Law Day
Date & Time: Thurs., September 26 | 1-5 p.m.
Location: Fort Collins Senior Center
Cost: Free Event Sponsored By: Colorado Legal Services, Poudre Libraries and the City of Fort Collins
Topics discussed include wills and trusts, advance directives, Medicaid long-term care, and hot topics in elder law. Sign up to meet with an attorney 1-on-1 for 30 minutes by visiting bit.ly/SLDAttorney or calling 970-494-3581. Questions? Call 970-221-6740.
Northern Colorado Trails Summit
Date & Time: Thurs., September 26 | 4:30-8 p.m.
Location: The Agave Room at Rio Grande
Cost: Free
Space is limited. RSVP required: fcgov.com/trails-summit-rsvp
This free, interactive event will convene Northern Colorado trail development agencies, partners, advocates, user groups, and supporters in celebration of the City’s forthcoming Strategic Trails Plan, and the exceptional paved trail system that our communities enjoy.
Live Involved
Date & Time: Sat., September 28 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Location: Fort Collins Senior Center
Age: 18 years & up
Cost: Free
Enrich life with new social connections. Check out all that Northern Colorado has to offer through different hobby and interest groups, volunteerism, social opportunities, activities, and breakout presentations.
Hootenanny
Date & Time: Thurs., October 3 | 6:30-8 p.m.
Location: Fort Collins Senior Center
Age: 50 years & older
Cost: $8
Join local artist David Durham in a hootin’ and hollering good time! Favorite song lyrics from tunes like “Hey, Good Lookin',” “Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” and other popular 60s and 70s songs will be projected, and community members can join in song or dance. Note: Space is limited to 200.
The Great Pumpkin
Date & Time: Sat., October 5 | 9-10:30 a.m.
Location: The Farm at Lee Martinez Park
Age: 4-6 years
Cost: $20
Activity Number: 408635-01
All things pumpkin - Charlie Brown style! Join us in the barn for a story, snacks, and to make a classic Peanuts costume. We might even find the Great Pumpkin!
Veterans Day Breakfast
Date & Time: Mon., Nov. 11 from 7-10 a.m.
Location: Fort Collins Senior Center
Cost: Free
Enjoy a morning of food, song, and patriotism to celebrate those who have honorably served our country. Presented by the Fort Collins Golden K Kiwanis Club and the City of Fort Collins Recreation Department. Posting of the colors begins at 8 a.m. with service songs to follow.
Breakfast with Santa
Date & Time: Fri.-Sun., December 6-8 | 9-10 a.m.
Location: The Farm at Lee Martinez Park
Age: 3-5 years
Cost: $30
Activity Number: 108622
Join Santa for muffins, milk, and memories! Enjoy a hayride and receive a special gift from Santa. Note: Registration includes one child and one adult. Bring your camera.
Winter S.O.A.P Troupe Show
Date & Time: Fri., December 13 | 1:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Location: Fort Collins Senior Center
Cost: $8
Be entertained this winter with S.O.A.P. (Slightly Older Adult Players) Troupe. Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Fort Collins Senior Center or by calling 970-221-6644. Note: Space is limited to 200.
Please note that this production contains mature themes.
Santa on The Farm
Date & Time: Sat., December 14 | 2:30-4 p.m.
Location: The Farm at Lee Martinez Park
Age: 4-8 years
Cost: $16
Activity Number: 108629-01
Enjoy a special time with Santa! Make s’mores, crafts, and even have a snowball fight. As always, a visit with the animals is a hit as well.