The annual Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony kicks off the holiday season in Old Town Square this Friday! Join us to see Downtown's dazzling light display illuminate for the first time this season. Live music will be performed by Guerilla Fanfare, with a short ceremony taking place at 6:30 p.m. before the lights turn on. This year's Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony is sponsored Fort Collins Connexion, your community-owned fiber internet provider. 

Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
Time: 5:30-7 p.m.  |  Lights are expected to turn on around 6:30 p.m.
Location: Old Town Square

The Downtown Holiday Lights is a partnership between the City of Fort Collins, the Downtown Development Authority and the Downtown General Improvement District.

Colder weather doesn't mean you have to stop using our city's wonderful paved trails! November is still a beautiful time to take advantage of Fort Collins' expansive paved trail network. If you're planning on hitting the trails this month, here are a few safety tips to remember:

Be seen.
The sun is setting earlier these days. Use a front and rear reflector and wear reflective or bright clothing to make yourself visible.

Mind the conditions. 
Rain, snow, ice, leaves and sand can make trails, bridges and underpasses slippery – ride and walk with care.

Know your e-bike.
Only Class 1 and 2 e-bikes are allowed on paved trails. Slow down and announce yourself when passing.

From handmade jewelry and accessories to independent artworks, the Fort Collins Holiday Artisan Market is the perfect place to find uniquely crafted gifts this holiday season! More than 100 artisans and crafters will gather to share their special creations with visitors.

Date & Time: Friday, Nov. 28 & Saturday, Nov. 29 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: Fort Collins Senior Center
Cost: Free

Adult Programs

Tech Buddies
Thursday, Dec. 11 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Fort Collins Senior Center
Need help applying online for your Recreation reduced fee pass? Need assistance with your smartphone, tablet or laptop computer? Tech Buddies are here to help! Make an appointment for one of their 45-minute help sessions. Must have a reservation to attend; Call 970-224-6174 to reserve a time slot.

Learn to Skate classes
Various dates | October-December
Edora Pool Ice Center (EPIC)
Make this fall the season you develop your ice skating skills! EPIC offers a wide variety of skating classes for everyone, from kiddos stepping on the ice for the first time to intermediate and advanced skaters looking to hone their abilities.

Slow Flow Hatha Yoga
Tuesdays | 12-1 p.m.
Fort Collins Senior Center

Hatha Flow Yoga
Thursdays | 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Fort Collins Senior Center

Zumba
Tuesdays | 9-10 a.m.
Wednesdays | 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Northside Aztlan Community Center

Oula Dance
Tuesdays | 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Saturdays | 9-10 a.m.
Foothills Activity Center

• November 7 | Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony
• November 11 | Veterans Day Breakfast
• November 28-29 | Holiday Artisan Market
• December 12 | Winter S.O.A.P Troupe Show

Veterans Day
November 11
Normal hours of operation at all facilities

Thanksgiving Eve
November 26
All facilities close at 2 p.m.

Thanksgiving Day
November 27
All facilities closed

Day after Thanksgiving
November 28
Northside Aztlan Community Center & EPIC: Regular hours
Senior Center: Open for Holiday Artisan Market only
All other facilities closed

Christmas Eve
December 24
Farm closed
All other facilities close at 2 p.m.

Christmas Day
December 25
All facilities closed

New Year's Eve
December 31
Farm closed
All other facilities close at 2 p.m.

Discover the wide range of programs and services offered by Parks and Recreation! From trails and playgrounds to arts, fitness and community events, there's something for everyone.

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