February in Fort Collins is packed with events! Check out our list of some of the can't miss events and start planning your time in the Choice City today.
February Highlights
Dog Days at The Elizabeth Hotel
The Elizabeth Hotel is bringing back Dog Days! With programming all month long, you're sure to find a time that work for you and your furry friend. Every Friday, they are hosting Yappy Hour in Magic Rat, complete with craft cocktails and dog-friendly treats. Saturday mornings are information sessions, ranging from creating a photo journal of your four-legged friend to a demo of police dogs. Sundays round out the programming with a Drink with Your Dog brewery manners course. Check out The Elizabeth's event calendar for more information.
Fort Collins Book Fest
Make plans to attend the 9th annual Fort Collins Book Fest, Northern Colorado's only FREE annual literary festival! The festival starts on Monday, February 3rd and runs until February 17th. Events range from book bingo, author lectures, book trivia, and adult story time. Check out their event page for more information and to plan your festival experience!
Lost in the Swamp [Woods] 2025
Join us at New Belgium Brewing Company for their annual celebration of the sour beer. The theme this year is Happily Ever After. Wear your green (because ogres deserve happily ever afters too), get your tickets, and save the date for this can't miss event. The event is held February 8th from 7pm to 11pm in the foeder forest.
Last Chance for Holiday Lights!
The Downtown Fort Collins twinkling lights are set to come down on February 14th. Be sure to get out for your last chance to enjoy twenty-two illuminated blocks with thousands of strands of lights in alleyways, along sidewalks, and among tree-tops. The impressive display of low-energy and sustainable LED lights can be enjoyed anywhere along College Avenue, the northern boundary of Laporte Avenue, and continuing south to Magnolia Street. Trees are lit along Walnut Street, Linden Street, Pine Street, Old Town Square, Oak Street Plaza, and Mountain Avenue as well.
B.Y.OB at Walrus Ice Cream
One day only! Walrus Ice Cream, a locally owned ice cream shop that's been scooping since 1987, has partnered with OtterBox to host a Bring Your Own OtterBox event. On February 15th, bring any OtterBox tumbler to Walrus Ice Cream and get 4 scoops for $10!
The Performing Arts: Theater and Live Shows
The Lincoln Center
At The Lincoln Center this month, you'll find a full line-up of wonderful performances and live events! Catch the Fort Collins Symphony's "Tales of City Lights and Jazz Nights"; Mean Girls musical; and "Ain't Too Proud", a smash-hit Broadway musical. Check out their full schedule for more information and to purchase tickets.
The Lyric
The Lyric has a wide variety of events this month. From a Bluestocking Burlesque Valentine's Show to an alternative fashion show and a dating event to singles, you're sure to find a fun way to spend an evening (or multiple!). For a full list of community events, head to The Lyric's website.
Live Music and Concert Series
Live on the Lanes at 830 North
830 North combines bowling and music with a packed lineup for the month of February. With a combination of free and paid shows, you're sure to find something you like! Be sure to hit Dizgo & Chalk Dinosaur on February 21 and the FOCO Funk Jam on February 26. Check out their event calendar for their full music schedule.
Rock out at The Aggie
The historic Aggie Theatre, a live music institution in Fort Collins for over 100 years, plays host to several great shows this month. Check out their website for more information. Highlights include Max Mackey, The Strike with Alt Boom, Shakedown Street, and MJ Lenderman & The Wind with Wild Pink.
Tunes at Washington's and The Armory
Washington’s is a historic 900-person venue in Old Town Fort Collins and regularly hosts big names. Catch Moon Zooz and the Rebirth Brass Band this month! The Armory is a more intimate 200-person capacity venue with state-of-the-art acoustics. Be sure to see Tinsley Ellis and The Langan Band. Check out the full line up at the Bohemian Live Music website.
Rhythms at the Rat
Magic Rat, located in Old Firehouse Alley adjacent to The Elizabeth Hotel in Old Town, offers swinging sounds on tap weekly, from big-name artists to local late-night jam sessions. All of these fun concert events are free to enjoy. Check the calendar for all shows taking place throughout the month and current updates.
Other Can't Miss Events
Live Comedy at The Comedy Fort
Hosting regular open mic nights, nationally renowned comedians, and burlesque shows, The Comedy Fort is Fort Collins's only comedy club and home to events all month long that you can find here. Be sure to catch Caleb Synan, Shane Torres, and Chris Higgins!
Poudre Pub Talk
On February 6th, head to Horse & Dragon Brewing for a talk on Waste & Water: The Impact of Diversion. Jamie Blanchard-Poling, founder of Compost Queen, will be speaking, along with a time for Q&A at the end.
February Makers Markets
With Valentine's Day around the corner, it's time to make those last minute purchases for your special someone. Luckily, we have two opportunities for getting your handcrafted goodies. On February 2nd, head to Ginger and Baker for a Valentine's Market. On February 8th, swing by the Fort Collins Welcome Center to peruse local makers for a unique gift.
Spring 2025 Ram Talks
Join us for the first two Ram Talks of the Spring 2025 line up. On February 12th, we'll hear from Susan Van Den Heever, a university distinguished professor in the Department of Atmospheric Science. February 26th will feature Charlie Hoxmeier, the Chief Brewing Officer of Gilded Goat and Assistant Professor at CSU.
Valentine's Candlelight Tours at the Avery House
On February 13th, head to the historic Avery House for a magical evening. While the event is held in the Avery House, the tours will focus on tales of Saint Valentine and the holiday's origins. One hour tours start at 5:00pm, with the last tour leaving at 8:00pm. A tour ticket includes hot chocolate, gourmet chocolates and a keepsake flower, in addition to the tour.
