Good Day
Fort Collins
Monday, February 16th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Great Plates of Downtown will run from March 1 to 14 as 49 restaurants offer special meals ranging from under $15 to $45 to support the Food Bank for Larimer County. The Coloradoan
- ➤ Fort Collins continues to celebrate its rich craft beer tradition as local favorites like Old Aggie and New Belgium forge partnerships with Colorado State University. The brews serve as beloved staples in social gatherings and support campus programs while bolstering local community commerce. Colorado State University
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Breckenridge Brewery held its Valentine-themed drag bingo on Feb. 11 with host Krisa Gonna-L’Whor and performers Axel Lexa and Zimmorah Mei in a celebration of queer, Black, and Latin American cultures (a festive community event ahead of Valentine’s Day). Colorado State University
- ➤ Bath Garden Center held a Galentine’s-themed floral workshop on Feb. 13 at Breckenridge Brewery where local flower enthusiasts learned bouquet-making techniques - led by newly-appointed floral designer Elcee Evershed and interior design teacher Lauren Keriotis who aimed to offer an affordable creative experience. Colorado State University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The CSU senate met on Feb. 11 — new senators addressed student concerns about unequal commencement experiences in 2026 ceremonies planned at three locations after a survey showed 80% felt marginalized. They approved funding for a campus celebration bill and will reconvene on Feb. 18. Colorado State University
- ➤ CSU entomologists debated insect romance during a Ram Talks event at the Visit Fort Collins Welcome Center on Feb. 11. They explained insect courtship behaviors (including chemical signals and displays) while sharing how their passion for entomology has shaped their lives. Colorado State University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 11 at Avogadro’s Number, community members met with CSU experts who said that this season’s low snowpack is reducing water levels and could affect agriculture, tourism, and summer recreation—though past years hint that future winters might bring more snow. Colorado State University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ CSU rallied from a 10-point deficit in the second half to beat Wyoming 79-68 at Moby Arena on Feb. 14 — a key Border War victory. Jase Butler led with a career-high 18 points and six assists to secure the win. The Coloradoan
- ➤ CSU men’s lacrosse adds transfers (Cover, Marsh, Menard, Treadwell) as they gear up for their spring season starting Feb. 20 in Santa Clara. Coach MacDonald and team captains are building confidence after a scrimmage loss to Colorado College as they hope to end a 13-year championship drought. Colorado State University
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EAZYBAKED with Digital Ethos and Moogy
8-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a captivating evening of contemporary Bass music from EAZYBAKED.
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The Importance of Being Earnest
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Bas Bleu Theatre Company — Ticketed event — Experience Oscar Wilde's clever comedy that satirizes Victorian society's norms and misconceptions.
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Unified Workforce Asian Lunar New Celebration
6-10 p.m. — The Drake Centre — Suggested donation $30 — Celebrate the Year of the Horse with an evening of food, entertainment, and fun activities.
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Comedy Brewers
7-8:30 p.m. — The Comedy Fort — Ticket info required — Experience a hilarious improv comedy show crafted entirely from audience suggestions.
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Foundations in Art - Drawing I
5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost not specified — Explore the basics of drawing and learn how to visually communicate with line and shape.
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RIOT with Ridence, Klauser, Karnage
8-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with renowned DJs spinning Drum’n’Bass beats.
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The Devil Makes Three Concert
7-11 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fusion of ragtime, country, folk, and punk with The Devil Makes Three.
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The Last Revel Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Sound Bar — $21.33 — Experience heartfelt melodies and survival themes from The Last Revel band with a local flair.
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Margo Price Concert
6-9 p.m. — Washington’s — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience Margo Price, a rising star in American music, live in concert.
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Lace Larrabee Stand-Up Comedy
6-12:30 p.m. — The Comedy Fort — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of laughter with nationally touring comedian Lace Larrabee, a Sirius XM favorite and former beauty queen.
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