Good Day
Fort Collins
Monday, March 30th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On March 28, about 10,000 residents gathered at City Civic Park for the third No Kings rally to voice concerns about federal policies (organizers worked with police to ensure nonviolence) and marched through Old Town with local art and speeches. Colorado State University
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The fourth annual International 5K Color Run took place at Colorado State University on March 28, where students, staff and locals celebrated Holi by switching from white shirts to vibrant colors. The event raised funds for international enrollment scholarships. Colorado State University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CSU’s Active Minds chapter is fighting mental health stigma by hosting workshops, training and collaborative events on campus—President Megan Roepke said the group welcomes all students to join for hands-on learning and open conversations. Colorado State University
- ➤ CSU students discussed how the ongoing conflict abroad is raising gas prices & risking fertilizer shortages that could affect local farms as planting season nears, drawing campus attention to how global events may impact community resources. Colorado State University
- ➤ Poudre School District is hosting six community sessions in April at its schools in Fort Collins and surrounding communities to review criteria for potential consolidations and closures; recommendations may be presented in October with no changes before the school year 2027 to 2028. The Coloradoan
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Collins residents are advised to delay turning on lawn sprinklers to avoid freeze damage, as experts note a 50% chance of frost until May 4 and recommend draining backflow preventers (a safer option) until temperatures warm. The Coloradoan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Northern Colorado will face tolling on the I-25 Express Lanes from Highway 56 in Berthoud to Prospect Road in Fort Collins starting April 7—vehicles with one or two occupants must pay while carpools, motorcycles, and transit ride free. Speed cameras in a nearby construction zone will also help improve safety and traffic flow. North Forty News
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Jobseeking in the Era of AI
5:30-8 p.m. — Visit Fort Collins Welcome Center — Free entry — Engage in networking and discussions on navigating job searching with AI's impact.
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Night of Hope: One night, Countless bright tomorrows
Restore safety, Rebuild trust, Renew hope. Make a difference in the lives of children and families in this community by supporting CASA of Larimer County in a Night of Hope.
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Spring Fling Bachata Night
7:30-11 p.m. — The Neighbor — Ticket required — Celebrate with special performances and birthday festivities at this elegant Bachata night.
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Sam Grisman Project
8-11 p.m. — Fort Collins Armory — Cost details not provided — Celebrate the musical legacy of David 'Dawg' Grisman with this talented collective.
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Cardinal Bloom Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — Tickets available — Experience the Indie Rock vibes of Cardinal Bloom from Salt Lake City.
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Heliotrope Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — $15.66 — Experience the indie rock vibe of Heliotrope from the thriving Fort Collins music scene.
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Art Play Date/ Crafternoon #14
1-3 p.m. — Always Be Creating — Free entry — Create art in community while enjoying snacks and conversation.
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Dar Williams in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Fort Collins Armory — Ticket info unavailable — Experience the musical storytelling of Dar Williams and Ruth Theodore with themes of reflection and co-creation.
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Earth Day Fort Collins Celebration
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Odell Brewing Company — Free entry — Celebrate sustainability with live music, a vibrant market, and community cleanup activities.
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Sundays of Sound - Gong Journey
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Rocky Mountain Restore & Stretch LLC — Cost not specified — Experience deep relaxation and transformation through the resonant tones of large healing gongs.
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