Sip, Savor & Soak Up August on FoCo’s Best Patios 🌞🍻

From riverside brews to rooftop views, here’s where to toast the last golden days of summer in Fort Collins.

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What's Happenin' Team
August 13, 2025

FoCo’s Best Summer Patios

Hey there, FoCo,

Evenings in Fort Collins are made for patio hopping. From sipping a crisp pint by the Poudre River to catching live music on a rooftop downtown, these open-air spots make August nights something special. Grab a friend, a drink, and maybe a sweater for when the sun dips — it’s the perfect way to savor the last golden stretch of summer.

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What Fort Collins winery, owned by a local brewery, is known for its award-winning Colorado Red?

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FoCo’s Best Summer Patios

Evenings are warm, sunsets are glowing, and the patios are calling your name. Whether you want a beer with a breeze, dinner with a view, or just a good old-fashioned people-watching perch, Fort Collins has the perfect outdoor spot for your August nights. Here’s our roundup of the best patios to hit before summer fades.

FoCo’s iconic brewery pairs its award-winning beers with a sprawling patio shaded by big trees and cooled by the Poudre breeze. Bonus: live music most Wednesdays and special events that keep the good vibes flowing.

🌇 Sunset Lounge – Rooftop Romance

Perched above The Elizabeth Hotel, this rooftop spot is all about craft cocktails, live jazz, and panoramic views of Old Town. Time it for golden hour and you’ll understand why locals linger here.

🌳 The Colorado Room – Casual Comfort

If you’re into sliders, whiskey, and a patio with a backyard feel, The Colorado Room hits the sweet spot. String lights + a rotating food truck lineup keep it fun and fresh.

Located at The Elizabeth Hotel, Magic Rat’s patio is prime for catching live local bands while sipping Colorado brews. The mix of cozy seating and open-air stage vibes makes it a crowd favorite.

Run by the folks at Odell Brewing, this winery offers a sunny patio perfect for sipping spritzes or their award-winning Colorado Red. It’s Fort Collins wine country… without leaving town.

🗓 What’s Happenin’ in Fort Collins: Event Listings

🎭 Wednesday, August 13

🎤 Weekly Open Mic Comedy (recurring Wednesday)📍 Slyce Pizza Co. | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free
🎶 Live Music Wednesdays (recurring Wednesday) 📍 CooperSmith’s Brewpub | ⏰ Evening | 🆓 Free

Beyond Resilience, Shawn Bush- Angle of Draw, Justin Carney- When All Is Said and When All Is Done 📍 Museum of Art | Fort Collins, Fort Collins | ⏰ Time TBD | 🎫 Ticketed

Cast Iron Pizza Cooking Class 📍 Ginger and Baker, Fort Collins | ⏰ 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM | 🎫 Ticketed

Thursday, August 14

Rum Cocktails Class 📍 Ginger and Baker, Fort Collins | ⏰ 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM | 🎫 Ticketed

Tap Talks! 📍 New Belgium Brewing Company, Inc., Fort Collins | ⏰ 6-7:30pm | 7:30pm | 🎫 Ticketed

Mariupol - Stories of Survival and Occupation 📍 Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures, Fort Collins | ⏰ 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM | 🎫 Ticketed

Want more? See the full calendar → Fort Collins Event Calendar

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🌮 Who’s Got the Best Tacos in FoCo?

We’re on a mission to crown FoCo’s top taco spot—from OG taquerías to bold fusion joints. Vote for your favorite and help settle the salsa-fueled debate once and for all. 🌶️

🍻 Patio Season Forever

The nights are still warm, the sunsets still fiery, and the patios still buzzing. Grab a seat, order your favorite drink, and toast to summer while it lasts.

Answer:  B) The OBC Wine Project — they’re part of Odell Brewing and their Colorado Red was crowned the #1 wine in Colorado in 2023.

🎶 Got an event we missed? Want us to spotlight your show, gallery, or food fest? Hit reply and let us know!

—Your What’s Happenin’ Fort Collins crew 💛

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