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Fort Collins
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Collins will host its Independence Day Community Celebration on Saturday, July 4 with a new format honoring the 250th anniversary of the US and 150th anniversary of Colorado; the event features a FireKracker 5K, golf tournament, food trucks, live music, pool hours, and fireworks over Sheldon Lake (details pending). City of Fort Collins
- ➤ Residents in North Fort Collins recounted their evacuation during the Sterry Fire—sharing how they responded when orders required them to leave their homes. The Coloradoan
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Moby Arena in Fort Collins was highlighted in a recent Pac-12 venue ranking for its vintage charm and altitude effects that energized the crowd during CSU’s Orange Out game held on Feb. 21 (the analysis compared it against new athletic venues). Colorado State University
- ➤ CSU men's basketball lost 62-71 to SDSU on March 12 in Las Vegas. SDSU built an early lead with strong defense & rebounding, and the Rams now await a NIT invitation on Sunday. Colorado State University
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Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Trail Head Tavern — Tickets required — Celebrate early with a festive pub crawl filled with games, contests, and plenty of Irish-ish cheer.
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The Strumbellas Live in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the uplifting blend of suffering and celebration in the music of The Strumbellas.
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GuitART Presentation by David Michael Boyd
7-9 p.m. — Berthoud Recreation Center at Waggener Farm Park — Free entry — Experience the artistry of guitar restoration with an interactive and inspiring showcase.
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An Evening with Shadowgrass
8-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy an evening of captivating bluegrass performances by talented bands.
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Fort Collins RockHounds Show
4-8 p.m. — Thomas M McKee 4-H, Youth and Community Building — $4 single day, $7 three-day pass — Explore agates and minerals with hands-on identification tables and exciting door prizes.
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The Cottage
7:30-10 p.m. — Lincoln Center Magnolia Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a comical farce of love and chaos in the English countryside.
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Hot Flash Heat Wave Concert
6-9 p.m. — Sound Bar — $24.72 — Catch a carefree performance from the former garage band turned indie music sensation.
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Vienna Teng Concert
7-10 p.m. — Fort Collins Armory — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting sounds of Vienna Teng, a celebrated singer-songwriter blending folk, pop, and classical influences.
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Night Cap Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — $22.46 — Experience the emotional and nostalgic sounds of the indie rock band Night Cap from Austin, Texas.
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Billie Marten Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Fort Collins Armory — Ticket prices TBA — Experience the poignant melodies of British singer-songwriter Billie Marten as she tours in support of her latest album, Dog Eared.
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