April in Fort Collins is brimming with excitement, showcasing an array of exhilarating concerts, shows, and events that are truly irresistible. Whether you're drawn to the electrifying performances of nationally acclaimed musicians and comedians or the vibrant tapestry of performing arts and theater, there's something for everyone to revel in this month.
Partake in Green & Gold Days at Colorado State University
Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University and April is chalk full of exciting events happening on and around campus. From the ACT Film Festival to the CSU Rams Football Spring Game, you can find all the fun campus happenings open to the public at this link.
Connect and Learn at the ACT Human Rights Film Festival
This April 2nd-6th at Colorado State University, check out the ACT Human Rights Film Festival. Through the shared experience of film and conversation, ACT cultivates empathy and new perspectives, bringing the best human rights cinema to Northern Colorado. Visit their website for more information.
Dance Your Heart Out at FoCoMX
FoCoMX, one of Fort Collins' most treasured annual events, is coming up soon on April 18th-19th! Get your groove on to over 400 Colorado bands and musical artists of all genres, performing at over 30 different stages in Downtown Fort Collins. Looking for a free way to enjoy the festival and still dance your heart out? They are still looking for volunteers this year! To find out more information, as well as tickets, lineup, and everything else you need to know, click here.
Celebrate Earth Day
Enjoy the 15th Annual Earth Day Fort Collins on Saturday, April 19th at Civic Center Park. This free event features a combination of activities and events for the entire family, including informational booths and displays, kids activities, arts & crafts, live music, speakers, food trucks, farmers market and a beer garden. Visit their website to find out more information.
31st Annual Contest Powwow and Art Market
The Northern Colorado Intertribal Powwow Association, Inc. celebrates Native American heritage and helps to preserve their culture through honoring our ancestors and inspiring youth while increasing public awareness. They do this by sharing their values and providing educational and cultural experiences through music, dance, food, and the arts. For over 30 years, they have been putting on the Annual Contest Powwow and Art Market. This year's 31st annual will be at the Northside Aztlan Community Center from April 11th-13th. Visit their website to find out more information on NCIPA in addition to the powwow event schedule.
APRIL SHOWS AT THE LINCOLN CENTER
This month at Fort Collins' iconic venue, The Lincoln Center, discover amazing live shows such as plays, circus acts, comedy shows, and short films. The lineup this April includes "Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band", "Imani Winds & Boston Brass", "2025 Fly Fishing Film Tour", "Giselle", "Martha Graham Dance Company", "Napoleon Dynamite LIVE! 20th Anniversary Celebration", and "National Geographic LIVE: The Untold Story of Sharks". There is no shortage of amazing live performances to see at this centrally located theater!
For show tickets and more information, click HERE.
Get Your Giggle On at The Comedy Fort
Looking to laugh this April? The Comedy Fort will you keep you entertained with their incredible lineup this month! Some of April's headliners include Tanael Jachim, Sahib Singh, Tommy Ryman, Louis Katz, King Schlub, Jaye McBride, Cy Amundson, Steve Hofstetter, and even more! Don't miss this chance to laugh your cares away this April at this iconic comedy venue in Old Town Fort Collins.
Remember, all shows are 21+. For tickets and more information, visit their website HERE.
AMAZING SHOWS AT THE ARMORY
Located in downtown Fort Collins, The Armory is an intimate 200-person capacity venue with state-of-the-art acoustics and a stellar showcase of unique artists. This April, catch headliners such as ganavya with Kayla Marque, Bill Frisell Trio, Jesse Welles, Early James, Lady Lamb, and The Cactus Blossoms.
Visit this LINK for more information and show tickets.
EPIC MUSIC AT WASHINGTON’S
You can always count on a good time at Washington's, a historic venue with a capacity of 900 in Old Town Fort Collins. This iconic venue frequently welcomes renowned artists to its stage. Some of the headliners this April include Bright Eyes, The Lil Smokies, Bob Mould Band with Craig Finn, Sugar Britches John Prine Tribute Show, The Hip Abduction, and two nights of FoCoMX shows.
Click HERE for show tickets and more information.
ROCK OUT AT The Aggie
The iconic Aggie Theatre has been a cornerstone of live music in Fort Collins for more than a century. This April, the Aggie is set to showcase a lineup of awesome shows. Don't miss headliners such as Weedeater, Ghost-Note, Laura Jane Grace & The Mississippi Medicals, Ken Block & Drew Copeland, The Expendables, Cyclops, Soulja Boy, Silversun Pickups, and more!
For Aggie show tickets and more information, visit this LINK.
RHYTHMS AT THE MAGIC RAT
Nestled in Old Firehouse Alley next to The Elizabeth Hotel in Old Town, The Magic Rat delivers a weekly dose of vibrant sounds, ranging from renowned artists to lively local late-night jam sessions. This April, you can see acts such as Graham Good,....Explore their calendar for a lineup of all shows happening throughout the month and stay tuned for the latest updates.
LIVE ON THE LANES AT 830 NORTH
830 North hosts weekly concerts as part of the Live Music at Chippers series. There are a wide variety of artists to catch at this bowling alley - and best of all, some of the shows are free!
Click HERE to view their events calendar and get tickets and more information.
Music, movies and more at The Lyric
Experience live music alongside indie film screenings and visual art at The Lyric Cinema, an established fixture in Old Town Fort Collins for the past decade. The Lyric recently expanded, unveiling a new 10,000-square-foot building on North College in late 2017. In addition to showcasing a diverse range of indie films, this vibrant cultural center offers arcade games, a concession stand, and a café and bar. For their music and event lineup, as well as their movie schedule, visit their website.
With all these unique and exciting events, there is no shortage of fun in Fort Collins this April! For our city's full event calendar, visit this LINK.
