ONLY MOMENTS AWAY FROM DENVER, Rocky Mountain National Park, Poudre Canyon, the Pawnee National Grasslands and so much more, a wealth of exciting opportunities await you in Fort Collins. The city's rich history meets the present in Old Town Fort Collins where you will find unique shops, restaurants, fabulous art and stunning architecture.

Tour one of six craft breweries and capture a photo with the Anheuser-Busch Clydesdales. With a half-dozen live theatre stages in production throughout the year; a symphony orchestra, ballet troupe and opera company as well as several chorale ensembles; and galleries and museums mounting exhibits of everything from animation art to historical kimonos, there's always something interesting going on.

Main Street Disneyland was inspired by Downtown Fort Collins.

Fort Collins has 40 parks within city limits, over 800 acres!

Fort Collins is located just minutes from the Cache la Poudre Canyon which provides great hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, kayaking, fishing and whitewater rafting opportunities.

The Cache la Poudre River is the only 'National Wild and Scenic' designated river in Colorado.

Known as the Choice City, Fort Collins is the largest city in Northern Colorado and home to Colorado State University.

Rated as one of the Top Ten New American Dream Towns by Outside Magazine, 2005.

Anheuser-Busch Tour Center - 970.490.4691 • www.budweisertours.com

Trolley Rides - 970.224.5372

Old Town Historic Walking Tours - 800.274.3678

Discovery Center Science Museum - 970.472.3990 • www.dcsm.org

New Belgium Brewery - 970.221.0524 • www.newbelgium.com

Fort Collins Museum - 970.221.6738 • www.fcgov.com

Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) - 970.482.2787 • www.fcmoca.org

Swetsville Zoo - 970.484.9509

Rafting, hiking, fishing, kayaking, biking, horseback riding, skiing, ballooning, camping, rock-climbing - come experience what we mean by "Adventure Casual". The outdoor sports and recreations opportunities abound in Northern Colorado, and Fort Collins can be your base camp. For the spectators in the group, between CSU and local professional teams, you can get out and take in a game year round as well.

First Friday Gallery Walk First Friday of every month, 2012
Tour over 15 galleries showcasing award-winning Colorado, national and international artists. Enjoy refreshments and the ambiance of Old Town. (970) 484-6500

Dancing with the Stars of Fort Collins February 11, 2012
Canyon Concert Ballet proudly presents Dancing with the Starts of Fort Collins at the Sunset Event Center in downtown Fort Collins. Doors open at 7pm and the performance begins at 8pm. Enjoy an evening of fun as you see couples take to the dance floor with styles ranging from swing to tango to the Lindy Hop.

Celtic Nights February 16, 2012
Fort Collins Lincoln Center

Fort Collins Symphony - Masterworks #3 February 18, 2012
Fort Collins Symphony Orchestra

Musical Zoo February 19, 2012
Fort Collins Symphony Guild. Come join an afternoon of music and fun! The Musical Zoo features an afternoon of adventure in music for children! Petting Zoo: Children can see and listen to instruments played individually, then hold them and try to bow/blow some of them themselves.

TAO: The Art of the Drum February 22, 2012
Fort Collins Lincoln Center, Athletic bodies and contemporary costumes meet explosive Taiko drumming and innovation choreography in the show that has critics raving.

Brian Regan February 23, 2012
Fort Collins Lincoln Center

100 Years of Broadway March 1-3, 2012
Fort Collins Lincoln Center. Direct from New York, five of the finest Broadway starts perform songs from the hit musicals they've starred in. A jubilant review of Broadway's most beloved songs, including hit from Phantom of the Opera, Les Mis, Jersey Boys, Chicago, Mamma Mia and more.

Great Plates of Downtown March 3-14, 2012
Downtown Business Association. Over 25 downtown restaurants will offer amazing evening dinner specials to show off their specialties and favorite ingredients. It could be dinner for four or it could be gourmet treat for one. Attendees will be able to enjoy this culinary celebration while experiencing the beautiful historic area of Downtown Fort Collins.

Wine Fest 30th Anniversary March 30, 2012
Hilton Fort Collins. Wine Fest is Disabled Resource Services' annual fundraising event and is among the largest and best-received wine tasting events in Colorado and has the reputation as one of the best-organized and executed wine tastings in the state.

Burn The Floor April 12-14, 2012
Fort Collins Lincoln Center. You've seen Dancing with the Stars. Now you will feel, live on stage, all the passion and sizzling excitement of 20 champion dancers. This truly theatrical experience is brimming with grace and athleticism that the NY Times calls, "Dazzling!"

Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 2012
Downtown Fort Collins. www.fortcollinscincodemayo.com

Colorado Marathon May 6, 2012
Poudre Canyon and Downtown Fort Collins. The Colorado Marathon, a Boston qualifier, is the fastest and most scenic marathon in Colorado. Half marathon, 10K and 5K also available. www.ftcollinsmarathon.com

Co-op Bike Sale and Kids Bike Swap May 7 & 14, 2012
The Fort Collins Bike Co-op. 10am to 4pm. We'll be selling lots of top-notch refurbished bikes, some new bikes, and "As is" bikes to fix up yourself. (at home or at the Co-op's open shop!) All styles of bikes are available including commuters, cruisers, fixed gear, single speed, road, and mountain bikes. New and refurbished bike prices range from $100 to $600. "As is" bikes and bare framesets are $10 and up.

CSU Graduation May 11-12, 2012

Realities Ride and Rally May 25-27, 2012
Old Town Fort Collins. Ride and rally in the fight against child abuse at the 10th Annual Realities Ride, Rally and Kick-off Concert Memorial Day Weekend at one of Colorado's largest charity motorcycle poker runs - bringing in over 10,000+ motorcyclists and spectators to Old Town Fort Collins.

Good Guys 15th Colorado Nationals Car Show June 8-10, 2012
The Ranch Larimer County Fairgounds. Rods, Customs, Classics and Muscle Cars through '72.