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Spring Like a Local: 7 Days of FoCo Fun You Can Do
From rooftop drinks to river hikes and cheesy delights, here’s your essential Fort Collins spring itinerary—no spreadsheet required.
What's Happenin' Team
May 05, 2025
A Perfect Week in Fort Collins (Yes, We Planned It for You)
Hey FoCo,
Got friends visiting this spring? Need a staycation plan that isn’t just brewery hopping? We mapped out the ultimate 7-day Fort Collins itinerary—equal parts culture, adventure, eats, and secret local gems. Whether you follow it step-by-step or just borrow a few ideas, this is your cheat sheet for experiencing FoCo in full bloom.
🍻 Fun Fact Trivia
Which Fort Collins-area state park is home to Arthur’s Rock, a favorite local hike with big views? |
Hit reply or tap your pick—answer below!
🗓️ 7 Days of Spring in FoCo
Day 1: Downtown Discovery & Dinner
Kick things off in Old Town. Stroll the historic streets, stop at The Cupboard for local finds, and snap a selfie by the piano murals. Grab dinner at The Welsh Rabbit (charcuterie heaven), then catch a live show at The Aggie or Magic Rat.
Day 2: Get Outside (and a Little Sweaty)
Hike Horsetooth Rock or Greyrock Trail if you’re up for a climb. Prefer mellow? Stroll along Poudre River Trail. Refuel with a post-hike smoothie at The Butterfly Café or beers + nachos at Maxline Brewing.
Day 3: Liquid Arts Day
Coffee, kombucha, beer, oh my. Start at Harbinger Coffee, grab lunch at Avogadro’s Number, then hit Odell Brewing and New Belgium for a patio beer crawl. Want extra credit? Add a visit to Mobb Mountain Distillers for a cheeky cocktail.
Day 4: Jessup Farm Wander + Foodie Finds
Spend your day in Jessup Farm Artisan Village. Grab pastries at Bindle Coffee, sample brews at Jessup Farm Barrel House, then shop small at local makers. Finish it off with farm-to-fork eats at The Farmhouse.
Day 5: Friday Night Lights & Bites
Start with First Friday Art Walk downtown. Browse galleries, sip wine, maybe buy something cool. Then head to Avogadro’s for patio jazz or swing by The Comedy Fort for laughs and local beer.
Day 6: Museum & Culture Day
Get curious at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery (hello, OtterBox Dome Theater). Explore local art at Gregory Allicar Museum and peek into Fort Collins’ past at the Avery House. Bonus stop: Global Village Museum for tiny treasures and tea across cultures.
Day 7: River Road Trip
Cruise up Poudre Canyon Scenic Byway. Stop at Picnic Rock, hike Hewlett Gulch, and grab lunch at Howling Cow Café. End with a sunset meal (or show!) at The Mishawaka — bonus points if you score a dome by the river.
🗓 What’s Happenin’ in Fort Collins: Event Listings
📅 Monday, May 5 🆓 Free Events 📚 A Pensive Evening with Kurt Fausch 📍 Old Town Library | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎙️ New Material Night! (recurring Monday) 📍 The Comedy Fort | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎶 Open Mic at The Lyric (recurring Monday) 📍 The Lyric | ⏰ 6:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎲 Beer & Bingo (recurring Monday) 📍 Maxline Brewing | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🧠 Weekly Trivia with Geeks Who Drink (recurring Monday) 📍 Slyce Pizza Co. | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎤 Karaoke Club (recurring Monday) 📍 The Lyric | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🍻 Industry Night (recurring Monday) 📍 Peculier Ales | ⏰ 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 🆓 Free Nacho Eating Competition📍 Breckenridge Brewery | ⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 💵 Ticketed Events Cinco De Mayo Taco Fiesta📍 Farm Fusion | ⏰ 4:00 PM | 📅 Tuesday, May 6 🆓 Free Events 🎤 Open Mic Night (recurring Tuesday) 📍 Horsetooth Tavern | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎲 Bingo with Jason (recurring Tuesday) 📍 Peculier Brewing | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 🎲 Weekly Bingo (recurring Tuesday) 📍 Slyce Pizza Co. | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free 💃 Zumba – A fun, music-driven workout in a welcoming space📍 The Movement Apothecary, 7–7:55 PM (Recurring Tuesdays) A Poetic Evening with Devon Fulford & Friends📍 Old Firehouse Books | ⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM | 🆓 Free Concert Orchestra: Master of Tuplets (Bach’s Revenge)📍 CSU UCA | ⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM | 🆓 Free Hunger Games Trivia Night📍 Breckenridge Brewery | ⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM | 🆓 Free 💵 Ticketed Events 6arelyhuman w/ MISS HOUSE📍 Aggie Theatre | ⏰ 9:00 PM Taco Tuesday Food Tour📍 Downtown Fort Collins | ⏰ 1:30–3:30 PM | 💸 30% off with code Love4Food |
🎭 See You Out There, FoCo!
That’s your week, mapped out and ready to roll. Whether you’re hosting out-of-towners or just need a break from your usual haunts, spring is poppin’ in FoCo. Grab your shades, your appetite, and your sense of adventure. 🌞 —Your What’s Happenin’ Crew ☀️🍹 👉 Answer: B) Lory State Park Arthur’s Rock is located within Lory State Park and is about a four-mile hike roundtrip. You can see some of the best views around—and wow, did it deliver. From the summit, you get sweeping sights of Horsetooth Reservoir and the city of Fort Collins, all framed by the park’s stunning natural backdrop. |
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