Good Day
Fort Collins
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Colorado State University hosted Gifts from Ghana on Apr. 4, where students and faculty shared art, music, and dance influenced by a recent trip to Ghana. The event featured an exhibit (with photos, objects, and Ghanaian dishes like jollof rice, plantains, and stews) as part of the Ghana Community Engagement Project. Colorado State University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Jared Polis announced $8.5M in wildfire mitigation funding that will support 35 projects in Larimer and Boulder counties today. The grant program (Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk Mitigation) will improve forest health and reduce fire risks on over 30,000 acres statewide. North Forty News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ CSU head football coach Jim Mora is rebuilding the team after a 2-10 season by reassessing the quarterback position and welcoming transfers (as spring practices at Canvas Stadium continue). He said the focus is on building consistency and a competitive spirit ahead of the 2026 season. Colorado State University
- ➤ CSU’s rodeo team hosted the 75th Skyline Stampede at Loveland’s MAC Equipment Indoor Arena from April 3-5 - the longest running college rodeo, where the team set up every event from bull riding to barrel racing to showcase local tradition. Colorado State University
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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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Black Violin Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative fusion of jazz, hip-hop, funk, and classical music by Black Violin.
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The Brudi Brothers Live
8-11 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the dynamic Americana sounds of Seattle's favorite buskers, The Brudi Brothers.
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