Fort Collins, CO October 2023

The Food Issue

Guess what? October’s finally here and we’re as pumped as a pumpkin-spiced latte! Can you feel the excitement in the air? Or is that just the tantalizing aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg wafting from local bakeries? Either way, we’re totally here for it!

October is the time when fall goes into full diva mode and struts its stuff. We’re talking golden leaves fluttering down scenic drives like nature’s own confetti, cozy spiced drinks that hug you from the inside, and spine-tingling scary movies that make cuddling under a blanket an absolute must. It’s the seasonal shift that we’ve all been waiting for, a magic carpet ride of colors, flavors, and feels!

And speaking of flavors, you’re going to fall head over heels in love with this month’s issue.

We’ve packed this edition chock-full of autumnal awesomeness, from jazzy twists on your favorite fall beverages (Ever tried a Pumpkin Spice Old Fashioned?) to community heroes who are literally warming hearts and bellies. We’re also throwing in a sprinkling of the most wholesome fall activities that make Fort Collins the snug-as-a-bug-in-a-rug place we all know and love.

So dig in and savor the soul-nourishing stories that spotlight how the Fort Collins community shines like a harvest moon. New recipes, local spotlight stories, and the most buzz-worthy happenings in town—we’ve got it all! You’ll leave this issue feeling not just full, but absolutely stuffed with comfort and joy.

Happy Feasting and Frolicking, y’all! Let’s make this October one for the (cook)books!

Forever Fall-ing for Fort Collins!

JAHNA & JASON EICHEL, PUBLISHERS @FORTCOLLINSCITYLIFESTYLE

October 2023

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1-7: Layman Lewis Financial Group hosted an Ice Cream Social on August 4th at Dwayne Webster Veterans Park in Loveland! Even though a quick storm blew through, nothing could dampen the fun of a beautiful Colorado Summer day and ice cream with their clients! The ice cream was provided by Paradice Cream in Loveland.

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8-14: Painting with a Twist held a Painting with a Purpose event on August 9th for Santa Cops of Larimer County. The event raised $837.50 for Santa Cops and participants at the event also generously donated another $200 to this wonderful organization.

A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Edge Optics' New Location

Edge Optics will be expanding to a new location in Old Town Fort Collins by the end of 2023! Owners, Mindy and Dr. Mason Bryant, are thrilled to present FoCo with the coolest optical space in Colorado! We have really honed in on the best-selling eyewear, and we have amped up our in-house offerings including complimentary drinks, an eye spa, and the newest eye technology. We have heard our patients' feedback, and our fresh concept will be eye-opening!

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Breeze Thru Car Wash Supports Veterans on Veterans Day

Breeze Thru Car Wash will be providing free car washes to all Veterans and active duty military as our way to support and honor our Veterans this Veteran’s Day. Stop in and Keep It Clean this November 11th! Visit any one of our 12 locations across Cheyenne and Northern Colorado with Breeze Thru Car Wash!

Fiberart International 2022

Fiberart International 2022 showcases contemporary artworks that explore innovative uses of fiber materials and processes. The juror-selected exhibition embodies a global perspective and embraces the immense plurality of contemporary art through the accessible and familiar medium of fiber. The work included was chosen by four world-renowned jurors from nearly 1,300 submissions by 545 artists residing in 30 countries. These select works explore unexpected relationships between fiber and other creative disciplines.

Photography by Museum of Art Fort Collins/Jill Mott Photography

CoolSculpting Elite Treatment at Allura Skin, Laser & Wellness Clinic

Allura is launching their CoolSculpting Elite treatment, making them the first med spa clinic to offer it in Loveland and the third spa in Fort Collins! CoolSculpting is the only FDA-cleared treatment to eliminate fat in nine different areas of the body - more than any other nonsurgical fat reduction technology. Allura has offered CoolSculpting in the northern Colorado region since 2009 and is thrilled to announce the most advanced CoolSculpting technology available at both of their northern Colorado clinics!

New Location for American Family Insurance

After spending eight and a half years on the second floor of the Chase Bank, American Family Insurance is moving locations. You can now find them at 2020 S College Ave A3, Fort Collins. The team is excited to welcome clients in the new space! Cristina Walston, agency owner at American Family Insurance, is also celebrating 10 years with American Family Insurance this year!

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NORTHERN COLORADO REAL ESTATE AT ITS FINEST

DISCOVER THE ULTIMATE STAYCATION

Gaylord Rockies is the Colorado resort experience like no other

ARTICLE BY ALLIE BELLOWS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY TONY DEYO

A vacation getaway for the whole family is closer than you might think—and no plane tickets required. Since opening its doors in 2018, Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center has become the staycation destination for the Front Range. There is something for everyone who walks through the revolving doors into the lodge-inspired lobby of Gaylord Rockies. With so much to offer leisure travelers, Gaylord Rockies is making sure its staycation crown stays right where it is with its plans for the future.

The sheer size of Gaylord Rockies is indicative of the multitude of activities and surprises that await at this resort, like no other in Colorado. Located near Denver International Airport, the sprawling property has much to offer every guest.

Summertime is always a popular time for families to get away and take a vacation, but it doesn’t have to be summertime for the family to get pool time in. The heated outdoor pools are open year-round, much to the delight of every child who comes to the resort. There are waterslides, a lazy river, whirlpools, and hot tubs, so everyone can play or relax, even when the weather is acting like, well, Colorado weather.

The award-winning spa, Relâche, is the perfect way to achieve full body relaxation. Using the latest cutting-edge technologies in skincare, like the Hydrafacial, as well as a variety of massages and other treatments, there is no better way to relax and be pampered. Combined with a stroll through the botanical gardens creates the perfect relaxation experience.

No resort experience is complete without talking about the delectable and mouth watering cuisine. Gaylord Rockies doesn’t just have unique culinary experiences the whole family can enjoy, but with the addition of pastry chef, Brielle Fratellone, the desserts are an experience in themselves.

When Chef Fratellone first came to Gaylord Rockies, she had a vision to make the pastry department a memorable experience. With a pastry kitchen reminiscent of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory (chocolate

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waterfall and all), every tasty morsel created in the kitchen is made with incredible precision and expertise.

In the Rockies Marketplace, the front table is adorned with offerings from Chef Fratellone’s pastry kitchen. Above the world-famous Gaylord Rockies bonbons and the splits of wine perfectly paired with unique chocolate concoctions made in-house is an exquisite sculpture, which changes seasonally. Made entirely from chocolate, the attention to detail is absolutely stunning.

Chef Fratellone’s first large purchase request when she began working at Gaylord Rockies was a chocolate tempering machine, aka chocolate waterfall, which enables her and her dedicated team to make not only the desserts and pastries for every restaurant and occasion on-premises, but incredible chocolate decorations. The time that goes into each delectable bite is impressive. “We’re not a quickfire challenge kitchen,” says Chef Fratellone. Everything takes hours, if not days to make, ensuring guests get only the most delectable treats around.

“Pastry is a science in itself,” says Chef Fratellone, which is entirely evident in her kitchen. She describes the kitchen as

a “learning kitchen” with her team constantly learning new techniques and mastering the art of pastry. With high-tech tools, in combination with her team’s passion for all things pastry and dessert, their expertise in the science of pastry turns everything they make into edible magic. From croissants with dough and butter meticulously layered through the sheeter, to the bonbons filled with flavors ranging from a smoky mezcal pastry cream to Palisade Peach, everything coming out of Fratellone’s kitchen is exquisite.

The most wonderful time of year for Gaylord Rockies is right around the corner. Every year the Holiday Spectacular comes to the resort, leaving all who see it in absolute awe. This year, more than 6,000 massive ice blocks are going to be carved into scenes from the beloved holiday classic movie, “A Christmas Story”. ICE! is just one part of the holiday fun at Gaylord Rockies.  The line-up of events and activities happening at the resort this holiday season is even longer than Santa’s naughty list.

Looking beyond the holidays is where things get really exciting at the resort. Currently under construction is an irresistibly alluring wedding venue and new restaurant concepts, including Garden and Grain, bringing a local and health-conscious focus with dishes for every kind of diet, including vegan and gluten-free.

The perfect ending to every day at Gaylord Rockies, no matter how you spend the day, is watching the beauty of Colorado in full force, as the sun sets over the Rocky Mountains. With the expansive view, Gaylord Rockies is the perfect place to get away and still experience and appreciate all of what our breathtaking state has to offer.

"WITH SO MUCH TO OFFER LEISURE TRAVELERS, GAYLORD ROCKIES IS MAKING SURE ITS STAYCATION CROWN STAYS RIGHT WHERE IT IS WITH ITS PLANS FOR THE FUTURE."

For The Foodies

Food trucks are a Colorado staple, and Fort Collins does not fall short when it comes to delicious bites on wheels. You can find these foodie favorites all around town at breweries, local events, the FoCo Food Truck Rally, and so many more locations! These culinary experiences run the city and provide fun and fresh takes on classic dishes and traditional favorites.

We’ve compiled a list of food trucks that continually grace different areas of Fort Collins that should be on any true foodies “must try” list. With so many to choose from, our food truck shout-out gives you a good start on checking some off your “must try” list and finding your next favorite food truck go-to. Check out their Instagrams for mouth-watering updates on where you can find them around town!

Roll It Up Sushi Truck

Brazi Eats

Marchio’s Grill

Ba-Nom-a-Nom Treat Truck

FORT COLLINS FOOD TRUCK SHOUT OUT

ARTICLE BY MACEY VANDENMEERENDONK

Tap Truck Fort Collins

Angry Hippie Tacos

Momma Perez Burritos

Lil Smoke Corndoggies Food Truck

Las Catrinas Food Truck

ARTICLE BY MACEY VANDENMEERENDONK

TOURIST IN YOUR OWN TOWN

FALL ACTIVITIES AND FESTIVITIES YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS SEASON

Fall is officially here! And Fort Collins offers so much when it comes to seasonal activities and festivities. As the days get colder and the trees become vibrant with color, explore the greatness that is Northern Colorado in the fall!

The Bartels Pumpkin Patch

The Bartels Farm has been a family-run operation for the last 118 years, serving the community and bringing family and friends together. Through September 23 and October 31, Bartels Farm will fully open to welcome guests for the 2023 fall season. Pick out a pumpkin at their pumpkin patch, take a ride on their hayride, find your way through the corn maze, pick your own vegetables from their vegetable garden, and enjoy baked goods and seasonal favorites from their concession stand!

Fort Collins Ghost Tours

October is the perfect time to discover the spooky parts of your town. Fort Collins has a haunting history and Fort Collins Tours is eager to share the haunted sites and hair-raising stories of Old Town. With a variety of sinister tours, some welcome all ages, there is something for everyone when it comes to spine-chilling tours of Fort Collins. Skip the fake horror from cheesy films and get the real deal ghost stories that loom in your very own town!

2023 Pumpkins on Parade

The 4th annual Pumpkins on Parade at The Gardens on Spring Creek offers family-friendly fun for all ages! This year’s display theme is Mythical and Magical Garden Creatures and will feature hundreds of pumpkins and gourds arranged across the gardens in artistic displays. The event is candy-free, but will feature a full bar, festive kid-friendly games like pumpkin bowling, live entertainment, a community carved pumpkin contest, and more! Put on your costume and enjoy a day full of fall festivities!

BAKED WITH LOVE

ARTICLE BY PAULA MEGENHARDT PHOTOGRAPHY BY TONY DEYO

A mother and daughter’s bond through baked goods

Mom moved into our basement apartment nearly two years to the day after Dad passed. It was 2004, our girls were 5 and 8. She had sold the house in Mitchell, South Dakota, a year before and was living in an apartment. Upon arriving in Colorado, she quickly jumped into the stream of our lives, taking the girls to their activities, helping with dinners and going with us on camping trips. She worked in the garden and made lots of baked goods.

Over the next 14 years, we were blessed to have her as an ever-present part of our family. It was so welcoming to come home to the sweet smells flowing from the basement. Although she made cakes, pies, rice krispie treats and an occasional rhubarb crisp, my favorite was her oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.

Together, we modified her recipes to accommodate my gluten intolerance. I would have one a day—she kept her cookies in her freezer to keep them fresh. The girls ate more than I ever knew, but that’s a secret they kept with Gramma.

Gramma’s vigor and balance diminished over time. Nearly five years ago, my oldest sister welcomed Mom into her home where she now lives. This summer I visited her for her 97th birthday. Her appearance and wit belies her years. She’s nearly as sharp as ever and offers her granddaughters and me her insight and thoughtful opinions.

Now the space downstairs welcomes Airbnb guests with a plate of gluten-free oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. Her recipe hangs on the wall in her handwriting and a brief history is written in the notes for our short-term tenants. I have received texts and photos from former guests who have made their own version of her cookies. When I visit her, I leave a batch of cookie dough, spooned into balls in the freezer, so she can have freshly baked cookies long after I’ve gone back home.

Paula and her mom, Lovella, during a visit in July.

• 1 c  grass-fed organic butter

• ¼ c organic sugar

• ¾ c organic brown sugar

• ¼ c tapioca starch

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 eggs

• ½ c almond flour

• ¾ c GF baking mix flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 3½ c oatmeal

• 1 c  Enjoy Life mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Cream the butter and the sugars. Stir the eggs and vanilla together then add. Mix together the flours and soda, and add to the wet mixture. Once combined, fold in the oatmeal and chips. Batter will be stiff. Spoon onto a baking sheet with parchment paper. Bake at 350˚ for 11-14 min.

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Inspired by Fall

CLASSIC COCKTAILS WITH A FALL TWIST TO BRING IN THE CHANGING SEASON

Move over pumpkin spice everything! Autumn is more than just the PSL take-over. As summer collapses into fall, it’s evident in both the weather and now the drinks to imbibe. By gaining inspiration from classic cocktails and infusing them with warm spices and the flavors of fall, liquid libations are thoughtfully prepared to match the season and create unique flavor experiences.

Wilbur’s Total Beverage has exactly what any home and professional mixologist needs to create tasty cocktails. The friendly staff at Wilbur’s is ready to help. Not only carrying the liquor brands you know and love, Wilbur’s also has a wide range of local products, because Colorado excels in more than just beer.

The classic Cosmopolitan was the inspiration for the Spiced Cosmo. This is perfect for any party or gathering, and

can easily be made in an infusion jar, where guests can pour themselves one. The fresh cranberries add a zip of flavor, rounded out by the warming spices of cinnamon and clove. Breckenridge vodka and Naranja orange liqueur are the perfect combo for this cosmo.

Swap out a few traditional ingredients for others that are uniquely fall, and you have a whole new kind of margarita. Instead of a salted rim, a cinnamon sugar rim is reminiscent of an apple pie and complemented with the apple cider inside this margarita. Suerte tequila with citrus and vanilla undertones is the tequila of choice. Naranja orange liqueur has the perfect bitter orange nose while providing an unparalleled orange flavor. Fresh lime keeps the spirit of the margarita, while the sweet and sour is replaced with apple cider. Perfect for sipping on a cool fall afternoon.

ARTICLE BY ALLIE BELLOWS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY

TONY DEYO

Fall cocktails couldn’t get simpler or more elegant than this mimosa. Simply pair your favorite sparkling wine, we chose La Marca Prosecco for its delicate and slightly sweet flavor. The addition of apple cider keeps the integrity of the sparkling wine while making it the perfect autumn drink. If you make your own apple cider, extra points for what you can call a homemade autumn mimosa!

As the leaves change and the temperatures drop, it is the perfect time to snuggle up in some wool socks and a cozy sweater and enjoy some fall cocktails. To ensure your spirits are of the highest quality, head over to Wilbur’s Total Beverage. Wilbur’s has been the #1 Fort Collins liquor store not only for their vast selection of wine, beer, and liquors but also for their knowledgeable and friendly staff, ready to help you create incredible cocktails, no matter the season.

Spiced Cosmopolitan

In an infusion jar or large container, add a whole bottle of Breckenridge vodka, 1 cup of fresh cranberries, 2 whole oranges, sliced into rounds (peel and all); 2 cinnamon sticks; and 1 ½ tablespoons of whole cloves. Pop cranberries by hand on day 2. Let infuse for 3 days in a refrigerator, then strain out oranges, cinnamon, cranberries, and cloves. You now have a delicious spiced vodka!

Ingredients : Directions:

• 1 ½ oz spiced vodka

• ¾ oz Naranja orange liquor

• ½ oz fresh lime juice

• 1 ½ oz cranberry juice

Combine all ingredients in a shaker. Shake and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with an orange round, studded with 5 cloves and a lime twist.

Apple Pie Margarita

Mix 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon. Place on a plate.

Ingredients :

• 1 ½ oz Suerte tequila

• ¾ oz Naranja orange liquor

• ½ oz fresh lime juice

• 1 ½ oz apple cider

Directions:

Rub a lime wedge over the rim of a margarita glass and dip the rim of the glass in the cinnamon and sugar mixture. Stir all ingredients together in a mixing glass. Strain over ice in the rimmed margarita glass. Garnish with a slice of apple, sprinkled with some cinnamon sugar.

Spiced Apple Cider Mimosa

Ingredients :

• 1 oz spiced apple cider

• 5 oz La Marca Prosecco

Directions:

Put spiced apple cider in a champagne glass and simple top with La Marca prosecco. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and an orange twist.

THE FLAVOR OF FALL

ARTICLE BY ANGELA BROOCKERD

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES

Apples are the trademark fruit of fall, and with the many varieties to choose from, there is an apple that is sure to please any palate. They can be included in both sweet and savory dishes and are delicious and incredibly healthful. We all have heard the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” While they aren’t a cureall, apples are packed full of polyphenols, antioxidants, vitamin C, B vitamins and fiber. Make the most of autumn’s best produce and the flavors of fall with these simple recipes.

APPLE GALETTE WITH CARAMEL DRIZZLE

Easier than pie but with all the same textures, this gooey warm dessert is sure to please. For simplicity, this can be made with a premade crust.

INGREDIENTS: INSTRUCTIONS:

Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups flour

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1 stick cold unsalted butter, cubed

• 1/4 cup iced cold water

Filling:

• 2 apples, peeled and sliced into thin slices

• 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar

• 1 1/2 tablespoons flour

• 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

• Caramel sauce

• Optional: 1/4 chopped walnuts or pecans

Crust:

(Note: If running short on time, store bought crust works great, too.)

Mix flour, salt and sugar together in a bowl. Cut in the butter. Add water and mix until moistened. Lightly knead the dough and then form into a ball. Next, flatten dough into a thick circular form and refrigerate for one hour.

Filling:

Mix the apples, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar together in a bowl.

Assemble and Bake:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll the dough into a circle and set on parchment paper. Arrange apples in center of dough, leaving about one inch of space for the edges. Fold crust over the apples and press to seal edges. Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with pecans or walnuts. Bake for 35 minutes. Serve with caramel sauce and ice cream.

ELEVATED GRILLED CHEESE

This take on the classic grilled cheese is sure to satisfy your fall cravings. With the combined flavors of savory and sweet, it packs a punch for your taste buds.

INGREDIENTS: INSTRUCTIONS:

• 1/4 red onion, sliced

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• Sliced sourdough bread

• 1-2 tablespoons butter

• 4 ounces Brie, sliced

• Fig jam, or preferred choice of jam

• 1 Granny Smith apple, sliced

• Arugula

• Thinly sliced ham, optional

Heat olive oil in the skillet and add sliced onions. Cook for a few minutes and then add brown sugar. Sauté until soft. Set aside. Butter the outside of the sourdough bread. Next, spread jam on the inside of both slices. Add cheese, apples, onions and arugula. If using meat, add as well. Top with slice of bread and grill on skillet until both sides are toasted and cheese is melted. Serve and enjoy!

APPLE CHUTNEY

This Indian-inspired dish is the perfect fall topping for pork chops and also pairs nicely with ham. This is so easy to make and will fill your kitchen with the aroma of fall.

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 tablespoons butter

• 2 cups Granny Smith apple, chopped

• ¼ cup pecans or walnuts

• 1/3 cup apple juice

• 3 tablespoons brown sugar

• 3 tablespoons dried cranberries

• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

• ¾ teaspoon cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon nutmeg

INSTRUCTIONS:

Heat butter in saucepan, then add remaining ingredients. Cook over medium heat until the sauce has cooked down and the apples are tender. Serve over pork chops. Enjoy!

APPLE CRISP A LA MODE

This fall classic is the perfect treat for a cozy fall dessert.

INGREDIENTS:

Filling:

• 6-8 apples, peeled and sliced

• ½ cup dark brown sugar

• ¼ cup flour

• 1 teaspoon vanilla

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon nutmeg

Topping:

• ¾ cup flour

• ¾ cup dark brown sugar

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• ½ cup cold butter cubed

• 1 cup oats

• ¼ cup pecans, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease pie plate or baking dish. Mix all filling ingredients together and place in baking dish. Prepare topping by combining the flour, brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Cut in butter using a fork or pastry cutter. Stir in oats and pecans and sprinkle over filling until covered. Bake for 45 minutes and serve with caramel drizzle and vanilla ice cream.

APPLE CIDER BOURBON

This easy fall cocktail is festive and delicious. Served hot or cold, it is a crowd pleaser.

INGREDIENTS: INSTRUCTIONS:

• Apple cider (hot or cold)

• 1 ½ ounce bourbon or whiskey

• ½ ounce honey

• ½ ounce lemon juice

• Cinnamon

• Apple slice

Add all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and shake. Serve over ice and garnish with cinnamon stick and apple slice. Enjoy!

BAKED APPLES

Baked apples is a great fall side dish or can also be the perfect appetizer to share with others. This dish is surprisingly savory, is simple to make and looks impressive.

INGREDIENTS: INSTRUCTIONS:

• 3 apples, your choice of variety, halved and cored

• 3 tablespoons butter

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• ½ cup apple juice or apple cider

• Fresh rosemary, chopped

• Brie, sliced

• Chopped walnuts or pecans

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice apples in half and remove the core. Set aside. Heat skillet and melt butter. Add brown sugar and lightly stir. Place apples face down in the skillet and add apple juice and a sprig of rosemary. Allow apples to cook on stovetop for 5-10 minutes. Flip apples over and top with Brie, chopped walnuts and chopped rosemary. Bake for 6-7 minutes or until the Brie is melted. This is best served warm and is easy to reheat. Enjoy!

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

OCTOBER 6TH

Painting with a Purpose

PAINTING WITH A TWIST | 6:30 PM

Painting with a Twist is hosting a Painting with a Purpose event supporting Wildrose Mustang Advocacy Group. Have a fun and creative experience while supporting a great cause! Proceeds from the event benefit the non-profit, all while getting to create a lasting memory in a painting! Reserve your spot on their website.

OCTOBER 7TH

Tour de Corgi

CIVIC CENTER PARK AND OLD TOWN FORT COLLINS | 9:30 AM

Get ready for cuteness overload because Tour de Corgi is back! Get your pooch dressed up and enter the costume contest and parade to show off your Halloween spirit. Proceeds benefit 4 Paws Pet Pantry, Colorado Corgis and Friends Rescue, Wyoming Dachshund and Corgi Rescue, and Bandit’s K9Care. Register at https://tourdecorgi.org/event-info/

OCTOBER 18TH

Halloween Pops Concert: Spellbound

THE LINCOLN CENTER PERFORMANCE HALL | 7:00 PM

The Fort Collins Symphony is having a spooktacular night of Halloween classics. Get dressed up in your best costume and enjoy the Halloween favorites for an evening like no other! Tickets can be purchased on the Lincoln Center’s website.

OCTOBER 27TH

Treatsylvania

THE FARM AT LEE MARTINEZ PARK | 5:00 PM

Children 10 and under can enjoy a safe trick or treating experience at The Farm! Participants will receive a goodie bag, get to ride on the hayride, walk through the barn, and have plenty of photo opportunities. Attendees can pre-register for this event.

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OCTOBER 27TH

Dracula

THE LINCOLN CENTER | 7:00 PM

The Lincoln Center is showcasing Dracula as a Ballet to end the Halloween season! With extraordinary choreography and music from the Fort Collins Symphony, this performance will be one you won’t want to miss! Tickets can be purchased on the Lincoln Center’s website.

OCTOBER 28TH

Run Fur Fun Spooktacular

SWEETWATER BREWING COMPANY | 10:00 AM

Lace up your shoes and dress in your best costume for the Run Fur Fun 5k supporting Animal Friends Alliance! Participants have the opportunity to win best costume, and a pets best costume, along with receiving a beer from SweetWater, pancakes from Snooze, and a t-shirt to commemorate the event! Register on Animal Friends Alliance’s website.

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