No ticket, no problem: Small Batch Weekend at Odell
Teaser: This is the kind of adult weekend plan that doesn’t need much selling.
Link: https://www.odellbrewing.com/small-batch-beer-wine/
The Gist: Odell’s May 29-31 Small Batch Weekend brings 50 unique pours, 12+ wines and spritzes, 11 food trucks, and 9 bands to the Fort Collins brewhouse. There’s no cover.
Why It Matters: For locals who want one easy “let’s just go do something” plan, this is a very strong answer.

Free pick: Heritage Courtyard Open House
Teaser: One of the best low-key local options this weekend is also one of the most Fort Collins.
Link: https://fcmod.org/blog/2026/02/20/2026-the-year-of-conversations/
The Gist: On Saturday, May 30 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., FCMoD hosts a free open house at the Heritage Courtyard next to the Center for Creativity, including the 1905 Upper Boxelder Creek Schoolhouse.
Why It Matters: It’s family-friendly, genuinely local, and a nice change of pace from the usual market-patio loop.

Wildcard: Peaked Motor Car Show
Teaser: Even if you’re not a car person, this has solid “walk around for an hour and have a good time” energy.
Link: https://www.shopfoothills.com/events/foothills-peaked-motor-car-show
The Gist: The Peaked Motor Car Show runs Sunday, May 31 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Foothills, with live demos, giveaways, and a 5 p.m. awards ceremony with 35 awards.
Why It Matters: It’s a classic forward-to-a-friend Sunday outing, especially for couples, families, and anyone with a soft spot for local car-show energy.

Must-do: Odell’s Small Batch Weekend is the easiest adult plan of the weekend: no cover, rotating pours, food trucks, and built-in live music.

Useful update: RMNP timed entry is now in effect. Most park areas need timed entry from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Bear Lake Road needs the Bear Lake option from 5 a.m.-6 p.m., and Trail Ridge Road is still closed to through travel.

Feel-good/local win: CSU’s 2026 Rams Rise giving day brought in 1,979 donors and $1,793,330 by midnight on May 7, nearly tripling 2025 results.

RMNP early-start day trip
Timing: Leave early and enter before 9 a.m. if you want to avoid the standard timed-entry window.
Why it works this weekend: Timed entry is back, so an early start still matters. Trail Ridge Road is not open through the park, so treat this as an east-side scenic day rather than a full cross-park drive.
Source: https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/timed-entry-permit-system.htm and https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/road_status.htm
The Gist: This is still the strongest mountain reset near Fort Collins, but it rewards people who plan the timing.
Why It Matters: Good weekend escapes feel easier when you know the rule before you’re in the line.

Old Town overnight, no big drive required
Timing: Friday evening into Saturday morning.
Why it works this weekend: You can stack Friday live music at Tesoro, Saturday’s Larimer County Farmers’ Market, and a slow walkable downtown morning without turning the whole weekend into a logistics project.
Source: https://downtownfortcollins.com/go/tesoro-by-sweet-heart-wine and https://www.larimer.gov/contact-block/larimer-county-farmers-market
The Gist: This is the staycation version of an easy Colorado overnight.
Why It Matters: Not every escape needs I-70.

Bellvue-to-town Poudre River Trail outing
Timing: Best as a morning ride or walk.
Why it works this weekend: The Fort Collins-connected stretch from Bellvue is still one of the cleanest low-planning outdoor options in our orbit; just note that the final Timnath-Windsor connection remains closed.
Source: https://www.larimer.gov/naturalresources/parks/regional-paved-trails/poudre-river-trail and https://www.larimer.gov/naturalresources/trails
The Gist: River views, flexible mileage, and no reservation stress.
Why It Matters: It’s a dependable answer for the “we should get outside but keep it simple” crowd.

This year’s market is still deeply local
Source: https://www.larimer.gov/spotlights/2026/05/8/larimer-county-farmers-market-celebrates-50-years
The Gist: Larimer County says around 130 vendors are participating this season, with 91% based in Larimer or Weld counties.
Why It Matters: If you like your spending to stay close to home, this is one of the strongest weekly habits available.

RMNP’s summer rules are officially back
Source: https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/timed-entry-permit-system.htm
The Gist: Since May 22, timed entry is required from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for most park areas, and Bear Lake has its own tighter reservation window from 5 a.m.-6 p.m.
Why It Matters: This is the kind of detail that can save a whole day.

Trail Ridge Road is still not a through-drive
Source: https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/road_status.htm
The Gist: RMNP says Trail Ridge Road is closed to through travel, with the east side open to Rainbow Curve and the west side open to Milner Pass.
Why It Matters: It changes how you plan a “quick Rocky day.”

Foothills has a free art browse in the background all month
Source: https://www.shopfoothills.com/events
The Gist: The Inside Outside Art Takeover runs through June 30 and features more than 50 original works by 11 artists.
Why It Matters: It’s a solid indoor backup if the weather turns or you just want a lower-effort wander.

Kujira Ramen | 2909 E Harmony Rd. #200, Fort Collins
Why locals like it: It’s straightforward, open daily from 11 a.m.-9 p.m., and a good answer when you want something warm, casual, and not too fussy.
Why it fits this week: This is a good post-errands, post-market, or weather-swings dinner move.
Link: https://www.kujiraramen.com/

Tesoro by Sweet Heart Wine | 253 Linden St., Fort Collins
Why locals like it: Downtown Fort Collins describes it as an intimate tasting room with handcrafted wines, small-batch ciders, chef-crafted small plates, happy hour, patio seating, and a pet-friendly vibe.
Why it fits this week: Friday’s 6-8 p.m. live music makes it an especially easy Old Town evening plan.
Link: https://downtownfortcollins.com/go/tesoro-by-sweet-heart-wine

3230 Monarch Ct, Fort Collins, CO 80525
3,872 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths
Highlight: Nestled on a spacious corner lot in the desirable Dakota Ridge neighborhood, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 3,872 square feet of expansive living space surrounded by mature trees and larger homesites. Ideally located near Fort Collins High School, parks, grocery stores, dining, and everyday conveniences, this home combines an exceptional location with a bright and functional floor plan. Soaring ceilings and large windows fill the home with natural light, creating an open, airy atmosphere throughout the living, dining, and family rooms. The kitchen features granite countertops, abundant workspace, a kitchen nook, and seamless flow into the living and family rooms, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A private main-floor study with French doors serves as the perfect work-from-home office, library, or flex space, while the oversized laundry room provides additional storage. Upstairs, the generously sized primary suite features a 5-piece bathroom. Three additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, hobbies, or additional office space. Enjoy morning coffee on the back deck overlooking the backyard. Buyers seeking additional privacy will appreciate the opportunity to add fencing to suit their preferences.
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If interested, please contact JoAnn Caddoo 970-482-1781 from RE/MAX Alliance-FTC Dwtn

6217 Constellation Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525
1,595 sq ft | 3 Beds | 2 Baths
Highlight: Bright and welcoming ranch in Skyview. Great corner lot surrounded by lush mature landscaping, this house is a must see! Features include a nicely updated kitchen, updated primary shower, cozy gas fireplace in the living room & incredibly inviting family room w/vaulted ceilings and an abundance of windows. Private outdoor oasis, nestled in mature trees has oversize patio great for a summer BBQ, beautifully planted beds, raised garden beds & storage shed.
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If interested, please contact Dennis Schick 970-226-3990 from

RE/MAX Alliance-FTC South

2124 Scenic Estates Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524
4,518 sq ft | 4 Beds | 4 Baths
Highlight: Stunning custom ranch with a newly finished basement in coveted Scenic Ranch Estates. Set on 5 acres and backing to HOA common space, this property captures the peace, privacy, and sweeping Colorado views that make acreage living so special, and all just 10 minutes from Old Town. Scenic Ranch Estates is a private 200-acre community offering riding trails, a horse arena, and flexibility for outbuildings (up to 3400 square feet) and farm animals (up to 4 horses). Designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining, the open-concept layout is filled with natural light from expansive custom windows that frame the surrounding landscape. Refinished rich ebonized hickory floors, exposed beams, and a striking stone fireplace create a warm yet elevated feel throughout the main living spaces. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, an oversized island, 5-burner gas cooktop, double ovens, professional-grade side-by-side refrigerator and freezer, and a large walk-in pantry. The newly finished basement adds exceptional versatility with a spacious recreation room, additional bedroom, and full bath, ideal for guests, entertaining, fitness, or multi-generational living. The primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, floating double vanity, dual-head shower, private water closet, and direct access from the walk-in closet to the laundry room.
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If interested, please contact Denise Schissel 970-215-5745 from

Group Mulberry

Fire Hydrant 5K & Expo
Saturday, May 30 | 7:00-11:00 a.m. | Spring Canyon Park, 3156 S Overland Trail
Link: https://www.nocohumane.org/event/36th-annual-fire-hydrant-5k-expo/
A dog-friendly 5K for all ages and abilities, plus a pet expo and pup contests. It’s a cheerful Saturday plan with a real community payoff.

Foothills Makers Hive Market
Saturday, May 30 | 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Foothills, 215 E Foothills Pkwy
Link: https://www.shopfoothills.com/events
Twenty-plus local vendors, pet-friendly energy, and an easy browse-without-committing kind of setup. Good for families, casual gift hunters, and people who just want to be out.

Heritage Courtyard Open House
Saturday, May 30 | 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | Heritage Courtyard at the Center for Creativity, 200 Mathews St.
Link: https://fcmod.org/blog/2026/02/20/2026-the-year-of-conversations/
A free interactive open house built around Fort Collins history and the 1905 Upper Boxelder Creek Schoolhouse. It’s thoughtful without feeling homework-ish.

Fresh Fruit! at Odell Small Batch Weekend
Friday, May 29 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Odell Brewing Co., 800 E Lincoln Ave.
Link: https://www.odellbrewing.com/small-batch-beer-wine/
If you want a Friday plan with almost no friction, this is it: music, rotating pours, and plenty to snack on.

Live Music at Tesoro
Friday, May 29 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | 253 Linden St.
Link: https://downtownfortcollins.com/go/tesoro-by-sweet-heart-wine
A compact Old Town plan that pairs nicely with a slow dinner or a second stop after. Good date-night energy without needing a full production.

Agave Underground Latin Nights
Saturday, May 30 | 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. | Foothills
Link: https://www.shopfoothills.com/events
Live DJ, tapas, and a Saturday-night option that’s clearly trying to be fun. If your group wants music and movement, this is the one.

Larimer County Farmers’ Market
Saturday, May 30 | 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | 200 W. Oak St.
Link: https://www.larimer.gov/contact-block/larimer-county-farmers-market
Free to walk, easy to browse, and still one of the best “do something local without overthinking it” habits in town.

Inside Outside Art Takeover
Friday-Sunday | 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. | Foothills
Link: https://www.shopfoothills.com/events
A free indoor art wander featuring 50+ original works by 11 artists. A nice fallback if the weather shifts or you want something quieter.