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2012 Calendar of Events

There's always going on in Fort Collins. Here is just a sampling of what's coming up this year. Dates and locations listed are subject to change. Complete schedules for the Colorado Eagles ice hockey team, the Colorado Ice of the United Indoor Football League and other sporting events at the Budweiser Event Center are at www.larimer.org/theranch; schedules for CSU Rams games are at www.csurams.com.

Dancing with the Stars of Fort Collins February 11, 2012
Canyon Concert Ballet proudly presents Dancing with the Stars of Fort Collins at the Sunset Event Center in downtown Fort Collins. Doors open at 7 pm and the performance begins at 8 pm. 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. Children can see and listen to instruments played individually, then hold them and try to play 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 stars 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 dining specials for a full two weeks. Each restaurant will be offering their own unique dinner specials to show off their specialties and favorite ingredients. It could be dinner for four or it could be a gourmet treat for one. Attendees will be able to enjoy this culinary celebration while experiencing the beautiful historic area of Downtown Fort Collins.

WineFest 30th Anniversary March 30, 2012
Hilton Fort Collins. WineFest 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
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!"

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.

Bike Co-op Bike Sale and Kids Bike Swap May 14, 2012
10 am to 4 pm. We'll be selling lots of top-notch refurbished bikes, some new bikes, and some "as is" bikes to fix up yourself. 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.

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 Fairgrounds. Rods, Customs, Classics and Muscle Cars thru '72.Taste of Fort Collins, Wing eating contest

Taste of Fort Collins June 9-10, 2012
Civic Center Park. A Northern Colorado tradition, this two-day festival is a community celebration with family activities, food from local restaurants, entertainment from acclaimed musicians & an eclectic display of fine artisans work.

30th Annual Terrace and Garden Tour June 16, 2012
Junior League of Fort Collins, Garden Tour is the longest running major fundraising event sponsored by the Junior League of Fort Collins.

Colorado Brewers' Festival June 23-24, 2012
Civic Center Park. Meet Colorado brewers and share in their beer expertise and enthusiasm while you stroll the grounds and savor the occasion! Enjoy live music from Colorado bands, fun, food, official Colorado Brewers' Festival merchandise, Colorado sunshine, friends and much more.

Fort Collins Jazz Experience July 12-14, 2012
Downtown Fort Collins. Do you love Jazz? Music, history, and the whole experience is ready for you to enjoy! Fort Collins Jazz Experience is committed to bringing quality jazz music and its history to Fort Collins. A week long set of jazz related events and concerts build up to the weekend when Saturday' Downtown Sessions brings jazz to the forefront. Two stages of free continuous jazz jams from local and regional groups showcase Colorado's rich jazz talents. Friday hosts a special jazz art walk, and late night jam sessions await you at this year's Fort Collins Jazz Experience! www.downtownfortcollins.com

Downtown Sidewalk Sales July 12-14, 2012
Enjoy the great summer weather by meandering through downtown to check out the awesome sidewalk sales.

The Urban Assault Ride, July 15, Fort Collins

2012 Larimer County Fair and Rodeo August 3-7, 2012
Larimer County Fairgrounds.

2012 PRCA Rodeo August 5-7, 2012
Larimer County Fairgrounds.

Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest August 10-12, 2012
Downtown Fort Collins. Approximately 139 years ago Fort Collins was established along the banks of the Cache la Poudre River and this August the community will celebrate this birthday with Northern Colorado's largest community music festival, Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest. A special Friday night music kickoff to the weekend. In its 24th year this FREE weekend showcases over 250 arts, crafts and food booths, Kid's Area, a children's carnival, tow beer gardens, and nine stages of continuous entertainment highlighting Northern Colorado and the Front Range's wonderfully talented artists. More information, talent lineups, booth applications at www.DowntownFortCollins.com.

Nelsen's Old Town Car Show September 8, 2012
The variety of cars and trucks will include custom cars, street rods, fat fender street rods, muscle cars, classic motorcycles, classic cars and classic trucks. Live music will fill Old Town Square as people enjoy the show and dine on surrounding restaurant patios. This year's show will host talented Colorado live music. This event is free for spectators. Open to all ages and to be shared by the community. Come enjoy live music, downtown shopping, fabulous restaurants and a beer garden in historic Old Town!




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Anheuser- Busch Tour Center
2351 Busch Dr.,
(970) 490-4691
Tours: October 1-May 31, Thur. - Mon., 10am - 4pm. June 1 - Sept. 30, Daily, 10am - 4pm.
Discover a time-honored brewing tradition and taste our quality lagers and ales.


Canyon
Concert Ballet

1031 Conifer Street
(970) 472-4156
(970) 217-9262
Creating and share the passion of dance through artistically enriching
performances and dance education.

Philomusica
2105 S. College Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 419-8801
Philomusica is a community-based European music school which has as its primary mission, to provide the highest quality music instruction for the whole family in a loving, fun environment.

Colorado State University
Conference Services
(970) 491-6222

Athletics
(800) 491-RAMS

University Center for the Arts
(970) 491-5529

Teaching, research and engagement with the Fort Collins Community.


Best Western® University Inn
914 S. College Ave., Fort Collins
(888) 818-6223
(970) 667-7810
Friendly, attentive staff. Enclosed pool and spa, exercise room, meeting facilities. Across from CSU.



Stay The Trail
P.O. Box 620252, Littleton
Looking for resources and information about the use of off-highway vehicles? Visit Stay The Trail for maps and up-to-date information.

Waterpik
1730 E. Prospect Rd., Fort Collins
Waterpik is proud to call Fort Collins home. Designing innovative products for families since 1962 and Northern Colorado is part of our success.

Hilton® Fort Collins
425 W. Prospect Rd., Fort Collins
(970) 482-2626
Nestled against the foot hills of the Rockies, across from CSU, the new Hilton Fort Collins is convenient to everything in the city!




Homewood Suites by Hilton®
1521 Oakridge Dr., Fort Collins
(970) 225-2400
Beautiful all-suite hotel offers spacious studio, one and two bedroom suites with full kitchens and separate living areas. Great for one night or 90, we're your home away from home!




Columbine Health Systems
(970) 488-3777
The most comprehensive senior health care organization in Northern Colorado


Downtown Business Association
As the inspiration for Disneyland's Main Street, Downtown has the best in Colorado culture, boutique shopping, dining and festivals! Also home to 7 of 10 local breweries and 20 art galleries with First Friday events each month.


SuperShuttle
Serving Northern Colorado for over 30 years! SuperShuttle, Yellow Cab and ExecuCar want to be your choice for transportation. With luxury buses, executive sedan service and hybrid taxis, we can provide you with the safest and fastest transportation in Northern Colorado, Cheyenne and Estes Park.


Foothills Mall
College Ave. & Foothills Pkwy., Fort Collins
(970) 226-5555
Shop: Mon. - Sat. 10-9, Sun. 11-6. Over 100 stores and restaurants.

Trimble Court Artisans
118 Trimble Court, Fort Collins
(970) 221-0051
Trimble Cort Artisans has offered exceptional arts and crafts in a turn-of-the century building in Historic Old Town. We are proud to support over 50 local artisans and invite you to experience their fine craftsmanship.


Fort Collins Gallery Walk
New shows premiering First Friday of each month, 6-9pm. Take yourself on a self-guided tour or the Old Town Art Galleries in Fort Collins. Refreshments are served and many art galleries offer changing exhibits so something new to see each month. Open year round.










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