Good Day
Fort Collins
Monday, April 13th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CSU alumna Teresa Mares, a Fort Collins native, co-wrote a book on food labor that outlines worker struggles and organizes change. She presented the book at the Lory Student Center on April 9 (released last September, it examines political economy and labor justice). Colorado State University
- ➤ CSU’s Associated Students met on April 8 (their 27th senate session), passing a funding bill for pocket pantries and discussing disabled student representation, campus housing affordability and caucus renaming as community members offered feedback on administrative decisions. Colorado State University
- ➤ Colorado State Extension will host drought workshops in Larimer County on April 21 to help farmers and ranchers plan for dry conditions. The session at McKee Building at The Ranch in Loveland runs from 8 a.m. to noon, with a drip irrigation demonstration in Fort Collins until 2 p.m. North Forty News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the Spring Spotlight game on Saturday, April 11, transfers Hauss Hejny and K’saan Farrar competed for the quarterback spot and running back Mel Brown made an impressive long run, with coach Jim Mora praising the team’s depth as the Rams prepare for their debut Pac-12 season. Colorado State University
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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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Slow Caves Live at FoCoMX 2026
6:15-10:15 p.m. — Washington’s — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant night with Fort Collins' own indie rock band, Slow Caves.
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Chicago Live Performance
2-7:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic musical 'Chicago' live in Fort Collins.
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Heart Attack Man Live Concert
5-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Check for ticket details — Experience an electrifying live show by Heart Attack Man while enjoying a vivid atmosphere.
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Langhorne Slim Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — $TBA — Experience the uplifting tunes of Langhorne Slim on his Dreamin' Kind Tour.
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Pert' Near Sandstone Concert
7-10 p.m. — Washington's — Check website for ticket info — Enjoy a lively blend of old-time instrumentation and contemporary music from the vibrant Minnesota group.
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