Summertime in Fort Collins is about good times spent groovin' with friends and family to live tunes outdoors while taking in all the beauty that is Fort Collins, Colorado. With summer music being back in full swing, we're sharing the outdoor concert series and community live music events that you don't want to miss!
Lagoon Concert Series
The Lagoon Concert Series is hosted at Colorado State University's Lory Student Center's west lawn under the trees of the lagoon to bring together the community for a free concert series with talented artists, food, and the promise of a good time. Grab a blanket and join in on the festivities every Wednesday evening from 6:30-8:30 pm, starting on June 11th and happening through July 23rd. From theme nights to delicious food trucks, interactive booths and giveaways there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Click here to check out the 2025 lineup!
Sunday Summer Series at The Mishawaka
The Sunday Summer series is a free concert series that takes place May 11th through June 8th (with more shows to be announced!) at the Mishawaka outdoor stage from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. These events are free, but you can RSVP via their website to guarantee a seat in this year's complimentary shuttle service. You'll be able to sit outside while enjoying the beautiful views of the Poudre Canyon, grab some food from the Mish's outdoor grill, and drink from the bar too. You're encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, and shade. Find the lineup of artists here.
FoCo Food Truck Rally
Enjoy live music presented by The Mishawaka and delicious food at The Fort Collins Food Truck Rally, which takes place every Tuesday all summer long from May 13th through September 16th, from 5:30pm to dusk. Bring your own seating and arrive early to beat the lines!
Bohemian Nights Thursday Night Live
Bohemian Nights is back in Old Town Square and this year includes 16 weekly concerts intended to highlight the diverse lineup of music from Colorado and beyond. The series will be hosted on the outdoor stage in Fort Collins' Old Town Square from 7-9 pm, May 30th - September 5th. The performances are free and open for all to enjoy! Visit their website to see the 2025 lineup announcement!
Live at the Gardens Concert Series
The Gardens on Spring Creek and The Lincoln Center are partnering together for Live at The Gardens Summer Concert Series presented by Mountain Valley Bank. From June to September, you can enjoy a diverse lineup of artists out in one of Fort Collins' most beautiful settings. Check out the epic 2025 lineup when you click here!
Lincoln Center's FoCo POP
The City of Fort Collins Cultural Services Department is excited to present FoCo POP (Parks and Outdoor Performances), a free, fun-filled lineup of diverse, family-friendly entertainment that is turning Fort Collins neighborhood parks into outdoor stages bursting with creativity. FoCo POP is for everyone from one to 101 and features award-winning performances of culture, music, and fun.
FoCo POP draws on the success of The Lincoln Center’s long-standing Children’s Summer Series hosting free, family-friendly performances. FoCo POP will introduce a rotating schedule of performances in parks across the community with the purpose of making arts accessible for all and introducing high-quality national and international acts. While the Children’s Summer Series takes a brief pause until next summer, FoCo POP is excited to share diverse, accessible, free, family-friendly cultural events. See if they are coming to a neighborhood near you by checking information on their website.
Music on the Lawn at Foothills
Music on the Lawn at Foothills is back for this summer! This FREE concert series takes place every Friday night at 6 pm. Not only can you enjoy live music, but you can also drink at a beer garden, grab a scoop of ice cream, shop local vendor markets, and more!
Sounds of Summer
Front Range Village is heating things up this summer with the lineup for their concert series, Sounds of Summer, which starts Friday, July 10th through August 21st, from 6-8 p.m.
New Belgium Friday Live Music Series
Who could pass up a delicious craft brew from New Belgium Brewing and outdoor live music? From 5-7 PM every Friday, make memories out at the New Belgium lawn. Bring your friends, family, pups, and a blanket and relax in one of Fort Collins' most iconic, beautiful settings. This summer, New Belgium will also be featuring an extra night of live music on Thursdays once a month! Stay in the loop by paying attention to their website and socials.
Odell Brewing Co. Wednesday & Sunday Series
Another brewery just down the road as an outdoor series and a great stage! Odell Brewing Company's patio is nestled under some sprawling trees with plenty of tables, usually a food truck, and don't forget about the OBC Winery Project! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a cold beer or wine while listening to great tunes. Don't miss out on the patio vibes!
Wednesday Lineup: (9/3) Poudre Valley Playboys, Hillbilly Surf (9/10), Tahosa Band (9/17), Davey and the Midnights (9/24)
Sunday Lineup: (5/4) Wendy Woo Band, (5/11) Fancy Bits, (5/18) Sugar Britches, (5/25) Small Batch Weekend!! Music is 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
The live music options are endless, so get your dancing shoes ready for a full summer of groovin' under the sun here in Fort Collins!
