🎭🎶 Big Things Coming to Fort Collins in 2026
🎉 Fort Collins in 2026: Big Events, Big Energy
Happy Monday, FoCo fam,
A brand-new year means a packed calendar — and while we don’t know everything yet, Fort Collins is already stacking the deck with Broadway hits, live music, cultural festivals, and cozy winter traditions. Here’s a look at the biggest confirmed events shaping early 2026 (with more to come 👀).
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🎉 Fort Collins in 2026: Big Events, Big Energy
Hey FoCo! 2026 is already shaping up with Broadway hits, live music, art walks, and winter favorites. Here’s a quick look at the biggest confirmed events kicking off the year — with plenty more still to be announced 👀.
🎭 Broadway, Theater & Dance Highlights
If you love a good standing ovation, 2026 is already delivering:
👢 Kinky Boots (Jan 9–11)
The high-energy, Tony Award–winning musical struts back into town at the Lincoln Center.🔍 The Mousetrap (Jan 10–Feb 7)
Agatha Christie’s iconic whodunit lands at OpenStage — suspense guaranteed.💃 The Prom (Feb 28–Mar 1)
A heartfelt, glitter-filled Broadway favorite about acceptance and community.🩰 Swan Lake (Jan 30–Feb 1)
Canyon Concert Ballet’s bold reimagining of the timeless classic.
🎶 Concerts, Comedy & Symphony Nights
Live music fans, your group chat is about to be busy:
🎻 Fort Collins Symphony
Family Concert: Adventures in Sound (Jan 18)
Drama & Virtuosity (Feb 7) — featuring Liszt + a world premiere
🎤 The Ten Tenors (Feb 27)
A powerhouse vocal performance celebrating 30 years on tour.😂 Paul Reiser (Feb 20)
Comedy night at the Lincoln Center Performance Hall.🎸 Aggie Theatre shows include:
STS9 (Jan 22)
The Strumbellas (Mar 15)
🖼️ Art, Food & Cultural Favorites (Monthly)
Some FoCo classics never miss:
🎨 First Friday Art Walk™
Every first Friday downtown — galleries, pop-ups, and creative vibes.🍽️ Fort Collins Foodie Walk™
A monthly excuse to snack your way through Old Town.
🧠 Museums, Makers & Creative Gatherings
The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery kicks off 2026 strong with:
STEAM-focused School Day Out Camps (Jan 5)
Science Night (Jan 16)
New 18+ after-hours events (Jan 24)
🎹 Sir Elton John Tribute Night (Jan 30) inside the OtterBox Digital Dome
Plus:
✨ Ignite: Women’s Creative Gathering (Jan 11) at The Elizabeth Hotel
🎵 Live Music Around Town
Catch weekly shows at:
Sunset Lounge at The Elizabeth Hotel
January alone features local and touring acts almost every night — ideal for low-key plans or last-minute hangs.
❄️ Winter Fun Staples
⛸️ Old Town Square Skate Rink
Open throughout January with family-friendly hours — classic FoCo winter energy.
What We’re Still Waiting On…
Most confirmed events so far land between January–March 2026. Details on:
Spring & summer festivals
Outdoor concerts
Fall celebrations
Holiday events
…are still rolling out. We’ll keep tracking them 👀
🐐 Rocky Heard You…
He saw what you were excited about this week — and he decided to share a few can’t-miss events over on Instagram. If you like visuals, behind-the-scenes moments, and quick hits of what’s happenin’, this one’s for you.
📸 See what he’s sharing → 📍 Fort Collins
Give it a tap, a like, or a share — Rocky notices 👀
What's Happenin' in Fort Collins: Event Listings
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👋 Wrapping It Up
This is just the opening act for 2026 in Fort Collins. Expect this calendar to fill fast — and yes, we’ll keep you looped all year long.
Keep the recs coming, keep voting, and if you’ve got a park, trail, or tiny green space you think belongs on the shortlist, just hit reply. I read every single one.
👉 See you Wednesday for more local goodness 💛
— Ben
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