Galentine’s, Drag Bingo & Love on Ice 💖
Galentine’s Week Is VERY Much a Thing 💅✨
Happy Wednesday, FoCo fam,
Valentine’s Day energy is officially spilling into the whole week—and Fort Collins is leaning all the way in. Whether you’re celebrating your besties, your boo, or just yourself, there’s no shortage of creative, cozy, and slightly chaotic fun ahead. Scroll on for paint nights, florals, drag bingo, dancing, and even an icy plunge (yes, really).
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💕 Galentine’s & Valentine’s Happenings in FoCo
🎨 Color Me Mine – Galentine’s Day Party
📍 Color Me Mine, The Shops at Foothills
⏰ Fri, Feb 13 | 6:00–9:00 PM
🎟️ $10
Comfy clothes encouraged. Grab your gals and paint pottery together—this one fills fast.
🌸 Galentine’s Floral Workshop at Breckenridge Brewery
📍 Breckenridge Brewery
⏰ Fri, Feb 13 | 5:00–7:00 PM
🎟️ $65
Create a pink-hued floral arrangement with expert guidance—plus your ticket includes a beer or seltzer.
🎤 Valentine Drag Bingo
📍 Breckenridge Brewery
⏰ Wed, Feb 11 | 6:00–9:00 PM
🎟️ $10 | 18+
One of Colorado’s biggest Drag Bingo nights—expect fierce performances, laughs, and a packed house.
💐 Valentine’s Floral Arranging with CC’s Flowers
⏰ Thu, Feb 12 | 5:30–7:00 PM
🎟️ $95
Learn foam-free floral design and build a modern arrangement to take home (ages 15+).
🐸 Paint Your Own Valentine’s Frog
⏰ Fri, Feb 13 | 5:30–7:30 PM | 🎟️ $23
⏰ Sat, Feb 14 | 3:30–5:30 PM | 🎟️ $27
Paint two tiny Valentine-themed frogs—cute, low-pressure, and all-ages friendly.
💃 Swing Your Valentine Dance (Live Band!)
⏰ Fri, Feb 13 | 6:00–10:00 PM
🎟️ $15 | Students $10 | Kids under 13 free
Beginner lesson included. No partner required. Live music by Zizania Swing.
🔥 Bluestocking Sweetheart Burlesque Show
📍 The Lyric
⏰ Sat, Feb 14 | Doors 8:00 PM | Show 9:00 PM
🎟️ $12 | 18+
Classic burlesque, guest performers, full bar, and Valentine’s vibes turned all the way up.
🧊 Love on Ice: Valentine’s Day Polar Plunge
⏰ Sat, Feb 14 | 10:00 AM
🎟️ Varies
Skip the roses—take the plunge together. Sauna, yoga pod, and lodging discounts included.
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💘 Date Spot in Fort Collins
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See You Out There 💖
Whether you’re crafting, dancing, plunging, or yelling “BINGO,” Fort Collins is serving options this Valentine’s week. Forward this to your favorite human, make a plan, and go celebrate love in whatever form feels right.
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 out there—and see you Friday
— Ben
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