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19th Annual Loveland Garden Tour & Art Show

June 17, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Fort Collins Nursery is a proud sponsor of the 19th Annual Loveland Garden Tour & Art Show  benefiting Loveland Youth Gardeners .

This year’s tour will take place on Saturday, June 17th. Garden tours run from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM, and the artist/vendor market at LYG’s Good Enough Farm runs from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Journey through local “Hidden Gardens,” discover unexpected spaces, and learn from the garden hosts how they each brought their unique vision to life. These hidden gems feature a variety of styles including a formal English garden, a rose garden, spaces for entertaining guests, hardscaping and pergolas, and more. Each space features art from local artists that blend beautifully into the natural spaces around them. There’s a garden for every taste! Come, explore, and find inspiration! All the fun kicks off at Loveland Youth Gardener’s  Good Enough Farm . 

The Loveland Garden and Art Tour is the primary fundraiser for Loveland Youth Gardeners. 100% of tour proceeds goes to support LYG’s work in our community.

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Originally published on May 18th, 2023. Updated on June 8th, 2023.

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Junior League Garden Tour

Garden tour is the junior league of fort collins’ signature fundraiser, attracting hundreds of attendees annually., join us as participants tour through beautiful fort collins landscapes while educating both experienced and aspiring gardeners about the plants and flowers that make a garden become a true living space..

41st ANNUAL JLFC GARDEN TOUR

SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2024 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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330 E Laurel St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

This event offers an opportunity to be inspired by beautiful garden landscapes and growing in Colorado best practices while connecting with industry professionals and other passionate gardeners. Proceeds support local community programs! 

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You Can't Miss These Fall Festivals in Fort Collins

Festivals in Fort Collins are not just for summertime. As the summer ends, we're looking ahead to a packed calendar of fun festivals and events in Fort Collins! Brace yourselves for adorable corgis in costumes, pumpkin patch family fun, a beautiful Dia De Los Muertos celebration in Old Town Square, and so much more! 

The 5th Annual Horsetooth Fest

September 8 - 10, 2023.

Horsetooth Fest is Northern Colorado's very own SXSW-style festival that welcomes thousands of patrons around Film, Tech, Art, and Music every September and it supports hundreds of local creatives. The 5th Year event takes place at various locations within walking distance in Old Town Fort Collins on September 8-10th. It's a can't-miss, rapidly growing event for patrons of all ages, with a portion of their proceeds supporting non profit organizations that help creatives sustain from their craft. Ticketing ranges from free/donation-suggested events welcome to the public to wristband-only entry for all-access fun and entertainment! Follow their social accounts for ongoing announcements throughout the summer!

Tour de Corgi 

October 7, 2023.

See a sea of cute corgis - many in costume - set against the changing fall leaves at this quirky event and return to Civic Center Park and Old Town Fort Collins on October 1, 2022. While the theme for this year is still up in the air, you can rejoice at the thought of an in-person (and in-corgi) parade and costume contest. Moreover, proceeds benefit 4 Paws Pet Pantry, Colorado Corgis and Friends Rescue, Wyoming Dachshund and Corgi Rescue, and Bandits BandAid. Tour de Corgi was founded in 2014 by corgi owner Tracy Stewart.

Long View Marathon & Half

October 14, 2023.

Gnar Runners and Sweetheart City Racing collaborate to bring this city-to-city race to life each fall. Traverse the paved trail system connecting Fort Collins and Loveland, and enjoy views for days as you traverse the urban and rural beauty of Northern Colorado. The route borders Fort Collins Natural Areas, Boyd Lake State Park, Loveland Open Lands and more.

Blue Sky (Trail) Marathon 

October 21, 2023.

 Blue Sky Marathon is Fort Collins’ original and only trail marathon. Explore the trails connecting Horsetooth Mountain Park and the Devil’s Backbone Open Space on this north-south tour of the easternmost hogbacks of Northern Colorado. Prepare for 3,500 feet of elevation gain (and loss) on 100% dirt and 90% Colorado singletrack. The route features a little bit of everything and appeals to veteran trail runners and those hoping to experience their first trail adventure.

Pumpkins on Parade  

October 19 - 22, 2023.

The Gardens on Spring Creek is once again hosting its fun-for-all-ages celebration of Halloween and the harvest with Pumpkins on Parade, Oct.19-22. Delight in the hundreds of locally grown pumpkins and gourds arranged across The Gardens in artistic displays, and enjoy fun and festive activities for the whole family. Costumes are encouraged! This event is candy-free as part of the Teal Pumpkin Project. More details at  fcgov.com/gardens/pumpkins . Buy tickets in advance online: Adults/children 12+, $10; Children 5-11, $5; Children 4 and under, Free!

Halloween Organ Extravaganza 

October 31, 2023.

An organ recital presented by the CSU School of Music, Theatre, and Dance, featuring classic - and not-so-classic works, including the famous Toccata and Fugue in D minor by Johann Sebastian Bach. “If you think organ music or organists are boring, this concert is designed to change your mind!” The concert takes place from 6 - 11 p.m. at the CSU School of the Arts. Buy tickets in advance  online : Adults, $14; Seniors (62+), $12; Youth (under 18), $4.

Día De Los Muertos  

November 1, 2023.

See a beautifully and richly decorated altar that honors those who have come before us during this colorful celebration. This cultural event takes place in Old Town Square from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on November 1. Enjoy a spectacular altar, mariachi band, and tributes. More details to come.

Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony  

November 3, 2023.

This annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony in Old Town Square kicks off the holiday season in downtown Fort Collins. The ceremony will consist of live entertainment and a countdown with local dignitaries from 5:30-7 p.m. The lights are expected to turn on after a short countdown at 6:30 p.m. Every night from the first week in November through Valentine's Day, the lights will be turned on in Old Town Fort Collins. Twenty-two block faces of downtown will be illuminated with thousands of strands of lights in alleyways, along sidewalks, and within 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 will be lit along Walnut Street, Linden Street, Pine Street, Old Town Square, Oak Street Plaza, and Mountain Avenue.

Harvest Extravaganza

Here are a few of our favorite local pumpkin patches and farms offering all sorts of fall family fun:

• The Bartel’s Farm  – a huge selection of pumpkins, corn mazes, and hayrides.
• The Farm at Lee Martinez Park  – visit the farm animals and take a hayride. There’s also a pumpkin patch to pick out the perfect future jack-o-lantern.
• Northern Colorado Corn Maze  – Jack Lantern’s Corn Maze is a Colorado favorite.
• Something from the Farm  – This family-owned farm features an organic pumpkin patch, hay bale maze, hayrides, a pumpkin catapult, and more.
• Fritzler Farm Park  – Located in LaSalle, attractions at the farm include a corn maze, pumpkin patch, pedal go-carts, barrel train, pumpkin cannons, slide mountain, and more.
• Spooky’s Pumpkin Patch  — Choose from a variety of pumpkins, gourds, carving kits, and even straw bales and corn stalks for your fall decorating needs at this patch, located on South College Avenue.  

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Directions to annual flower trial gardens.

The  Annual Flower Trial Gardens  bloom May through October outside the  University Center for the Arts .  This beautiful garden showcases over 1,000 different cultivated varieties of annuals. The gardens are free for all visitors and open daily.  For those using a GPS, the best address is 1400 Remington St., Fort Collins, CO 80521

From I-25, traveling north or south

These directions apply to visitors using I-25 to reach Fort Collins, such as those traveling from the Denver area or Cheyenne, WY.

• Use exit 268, Prospect Road.
• Head west and continue on Prospect Road for about 4 miles.
• Turn right on Remington Street.
• Continue straight for about 0.1 miles.
• The gardens are located on the northwest corner of Remington Street and Lake Street. Free parking is available in spaces surrounding the gardens and the University Center for the Arts.

From College Ave., traveling north

These directions apply to visitors traveling on College Ave., U.S. 287 from the Loveland area.

• Travel north on College Ave. until you reach Lake Street (about .02 miles past Prospect Ave.).
• Turn right on Lake Street and continue to Remington Street.
• The gardens are located on the northwest corner of Remington Street and Lake Street. Free parking is available in spaces surrounding the gardens and the University Center for the Arts.
• Continue to the parking lot ahead. As you enter campus, the Welcome Center and the TILT Building will be directly to your left.

Once you have reached the Annual Flower Trial Gardens, visitors are invited to park in the spaces surrounding the gardens and the University Center for the Arts.  Parking is free unless otherwise noted by a CSU parking sign.

“Hidden Gardens” throughout Loveland to be featured during Loveland Garden Tour & Art Show

Explore “Hidden Gardens” across Loveland during the 19th Annual Loveland Garden  Tour & Art Show on June 17th.

Get a glimpse into six beautiful private gardens, including a  formal European-style garden, a rose garden, and spaces for entertaining, plus an urban farm. Kick off the fun at Loveland Youth Gardeners’ Good Enough Farm , where an artist’s market and local vendors will be featured for the first time Saturday, June 17th, from 8 am – 4 pm.  

This fun, educational, community-building event is the primary fundraiser for Loveland   Youth Gardeners, a local nonprofit serving youth in Northern Colorado. LYG empowers   youth facing challenges to cultivate life/work skills, environmental stewardship, and   community service. At the Good Enough Farm, located behind Boys & Girls Club –   Pulliam, young people are provided horticultural therapy, nature-based education, and   an opportunity to connect with the environment by getting their hands in the soil.

The working farm features raised garden beds, a native plants garden, a medicinal plants   garden, chickens, beehives, vermiculture, and much more.

Youths are offered various programs and ways to get involved from early childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood .  

For more information on the Loveland Garden Tour & Art Show and other events, visit   www.lovelandyouthgardeners.org .

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7 things to do in Fort Collins this summer

Summer days aren't too far away in Fort Collins, with a handful of summer classics gearing back up for the new season.

The city's historic streetcars, food trucks, drive-in theater and more are gearing up — marking the initial signs of a Fort Collins summer. Here are all the signals that the season will soon be upon us.

1. The return of the trolleys

You know summer is near when you see one of Fort Collins' historic streetcars chugging in Old Town. The pair of restored trolleys — Birney Cars 21 and 25 — are back for a new season. Head to the City Park Depot, 1501 W. Oak St., to catch a ride on weekends and holidays. The trolley will run from noon to 5 p.m. every Saturday, Sunday and national holiday through Oct. 1, weather permitting. Trolleys depart from the City Park Depot every 30 minutes. Rides cost $2 for adults and $1 for seniors and children, but children younger than 3 ride free. Cash, credit cards and debit cards are accepted.

2. Fort Collins food trucks get ready to rally

Ready to dine out at Fort Collins' most popular truck stop? Food trucks are once again set to take over Sheldon Drive in City Park for the annual FoCo Food Truck Rally. From May 16 through Sept. 19, more than 18 food trucks will be stationed in the park each Tuesday evening from 5:30 p.m. to dusk. The rally will feature a rotation of 44 total food trucks as well as live music.

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3. The drive-in is back

Feeling nostalgic? So is The Holiday Twin Drive-In, Northern Colorado's iconic drive-in movie theater and one of roughly eight still operating across the state. The Holiday Twin reopened April 21 , marking its 55th season of double features set against Fort Collins' foothills.

4. A summer of free tunes is upon us

Free summer concert series recently unveiled their lineups for the season. Thursday Night Live will kick off June 1, with free concerts each Thursday in Old Town through Sept. 7. Meanwhile on Colorado State University's campus, The Lagoon Summer Concert Series is gearing up with a new summer lineup, with its twice-monthly Wednesday night shows starting June 14. Not to be outdone, New Belgium Brewing has brought back its Friday night summer concert series, with free live music from 5-7 p.m. every Friday through October.

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5. Farmers markets making a comeback

Ready for a summer of fresh produce? Larimer County farmers markets are gearing up, with some already open for the season.

Here is a rundown of area markets and when they're open.

6. Summer festivals are within sight

Looking ahead to live music, food trucks and sunscreen ... lots and lots of sunscreen? Fort Collins' summer festival season is almost upon us, with Odell Brewing's Small Batch Festival kicking off the fun and New Belgium Brewing's Tour de Fat rounding the season out. Here are some big summer festivals to plan for — and Fort Collins' fall corgi parade as a little bonus.

June 3: Odell Brewing's Small Batch Beer & Wine Festival

June 10-11: Taste of Fort Collins

Aug. 19: Fort Collins Peach Festival

Aug. 25-26: Realities Ride & Rally

Aug. 26: Tour de Fat

Oct. 7: Tour de Corgi (not technically in the summer, but come on ... corgis)

7. Fourth of July festivities are in the works

Fourth of July is fixing to hit Old Town with a bang, with plans for the annual FireKracker 5K run, a parade along Mountain Avenue and live music in City Park followed by a fireworks show over Sheldon Lake. Unlike last year, Fort Collins' 2023 Fourth of July festivities will take place on Tuesday, July 4.

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