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Downtown Fort Collins is where arts, history, culture, and business come together. Enjoy local shopping, dining, and entertainment in downtown!
Since our inception in 1981 by a vote of district property owners and residents, the Fort Collins Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has been guided by our Plan of Development and our Mission: to build public-private investment partnerships that foster economic, cultural, and social growth in the central business district. Since 2020, its Business Marketing & Communications Program has been cham
🚲 Happy Summer Bike To Work Day Fort Collins! ☀️☁️
Today is the day! Downtown Fort Collins is absolutely buzzing this morning for .
Huge shoutout and a massive THANK YOU to the City of Fort Collins and to all the incredible local downtown businesses and volunteers who are out here feeding riders and bringing the energy. You all make this community so special! 🙌
🍳 We want to know: What station(s) did you stop by for breakfast this morning? Drop your favorites in the comments! 👇
🗺️ Need the station map for an afternoon stop? Check out the official map here:
https://www.fortcollins.gov/Event-Folder/2026-Events/2026-Q2/Summer-Bike-to-Work-Day-2026
06/19/2026
Why do dads love Old Town Fort Collins?
Because it’s beer-y close to the best breweries, incredible food, and excellent shopping in town! (Okay, we’ll leave the actual dad jokes to him. 😉)
If you're still scrambling for Father's Day plans, don't panic. Here is your ultimate cheat sheet for celebrating the big guy with local eats, drinks, and activities right here in downtown.
Celebrate Dad in Downtown Fort Collins To all the Fathers out there, Downtown Fort Collins is ready to celebrate YOU! Our local shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues have exciting things happening to make your celebration special!
06/18/2026
🛍️ The Ultimate Downtown Shopping 4-Day Weekend is Back! 🛍️
The annual Downtown Summer Sales returns July 16–19.
Make it an extended weekend with four days of sunny strolls. Grab an iced beverage and score unmatched deals at over 60 incredible local boutiques, makers, and retailers.
Whether you're looking for fresh apparel, handcrafted home goods, local jewelry, vintage treasures, delicious food, sweet treats, or something truly unique... downtown has you covered. Come out and support our amazing local business community!
While you're shopping, be sure to enjoy food and beverages at downtown restaurants, bring the kids to play in the splash pads, and take in the public art as you stroll our walkable alleys. ☀️🎨
👉 Click the link below to check out the full list of participating businesses and plan your route!
Downtown Summer Sales | July 16 - 19 Downtown Summer Sales is back! Explore Downtown Fort Collins for special offers from local businesses both on the sidewalks and in stores!
06/17/2026
Does this color scheme remind you of anything?
This summer, the Fort Collins Parks & Rec Downtown Flowers take inspiration from a very ✨magical✨ place. Can you guess which classic animated film these Old Town Square flowers were inspired by?
Here’s a hint: This color combo really roars.
Comment your guess, and you’ll be entered into a drawing to win a $50 Downtown Fort Collins gift card!
HOW TO ENTER:
1️⃣ Make sure you are following Downtown Fort Collins and Fort Collins Parks & Rec
2️⃣ Comment with your guess of the correct movie. (One guess per person)
📝 THE DETAILS:
Entries open on June 17 and close on June 21st at 11:59 PM MDT.
One entry per person.
One winner will be drawn at random and announced on our stories on Monday, June 22, 2026, and will be contacted via DM. Must respond within 48 hours to claim the prize.
⚠️ Disclaimer: This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Meta, Facebook, or Instagram. Beware of scam accounts pretending to be us, we will only contact the winner directly from this official page.
Which one is going to be your first stop? 🍴🚶♀️
From artisanal sips to handcrafted savory treats, our local business owners are ready to welcome you this Friday, June 19, for the monthly Fort Collins Foodie Walk™!
This self-guided stroll is the perfect way to explore Downtown Fort Collins, support our entrepreneurial district, & discover your next favorite local ingredient.
🗺️ View the official program map & plan your food-loving adventure by visiting the Downtown Fort Collins Foodie Walk Page!
https://downtownfortcollins.com/play/fort-collins-foodie-walk
Just doing a quick lap around the Art for the Heart kiosk because the talent on display is just too cute not to share. 🥹🙌
The Art for the Heart program is such a beautiful reminder of how much creativity lives in our community’s youngest artists. We are so lucky to live in a city that celebrates youth art so proudly! There is nothing better than seeing the world through a child’s imagination. Stop by and take a look if you're downtown this weekend! 🖼️❤️
Art for the Heart is made possible in partnership with NOLA Creative Co.
https://downtownfortcollins.org/art-for-the-heart/
06/11/2026
🎉This Thursday, June 11th, join us in Old Town Square at 7 PM as we continue our Thursday Night Live summer concert series with Palmyra the Band and Frail Talk 🔥🎧❤
💥More info at BohemianLiveMusic.org
What’s your favorite Downtown Fort Collins patio to enjoy a cold one? 🌿🍺
From the early days of Colorado’s craft revolution to the modern innovation in our glasses today, our independent downtown breweries perfectly capture the creative, entrepreneurial spirit of our neighborhood.
Check out our latest blog, History Hopped Up: Downtown Fort Collins’ Best Craft Breweries, Patios, & Views, for a curated, dog-friendly guide to refreshing pints, sunny patios, and the unique architecture that anchors our historic streets.
Support your neighborhood brewers and discover your next favorite gathering spot.
Blog Post: https://downtownfortcollins.com/post/history-hopped-up-downtown-fort-collins-best-craft-breweries-patios-views
Mentioned in the post:
CooperSmith's Brewpub & Billiards
Odell Brewing Co
The OBC Wine Project
New Belgium Brewing - Fort Collins
Equinox Brewing?
Gilded Goat Brewing Company
Hello Brew Co.
Salt Road Brewing
Breckenridge Brewery
Tap and Handle
06/08/2026
Headed to the square tonight? The Fort Collins Downtown Business Collective is showing 'Hook' at dusk.
Support our local businesses by heading Downtown FoCo early. Snag a patio table for dinner or pick up some delicious takeout from a nearby restaurant to enjoy during the show!
Join the Downtown Fort Collins Business Collective for Monday night movie night.
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19 Old Town Square, Suite 230
Fort Collins, CO
80524