Good Day
Fort Collins
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Northern Colorado boaters could face limited access as drought and low water levels impact reservoirs this summer. Officials note restrictions at Boyd Lake and Barr Lake and advise checking conditions before heading out, especially where hazards (rocks, stumps, debris) may be exposed. North Forty News
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Cinco de Bachata Night
7:30-11 p.m. — The Neighbor — Attendance ticket required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo week with Bachata dancing and a complimentary dance lesson.
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Nick Critchlow Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Tiho's Tequila Bar and Restaurant — Check for entry details — Enjoy original acoustic tunes from local singer/songwriter Nick Critchlow.
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Candlelight Concert Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
8:30-9:30 p.m. — The Lyric — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical live tribute to Fleetwood Mac under candlelight in a stunning venue.
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Beyond Fear
7-8:30 p.m. — Bas Bleu Theatre Company — Free entry — Engage in an enlightening evening with Buddhist Nun Gen Kelsang Gomlam exploring mindfulness and spiritual growth.
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25th Anniversary Party and Walk Kickoff Party!
Home Instead of Northern Colorado is celebrating 25 years of serving older adults in our community with a public event at Odell Brewing Co. on Saturday, May 17 (noon–4 p.m.). Rather than throwing ourselves a party, we're using the milestone to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado — an organization that supports many of the families we've cared for over the past quarter century.
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TOPS Concert
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Aggie Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience Montreal's TOPS as they perform tracks from their ambitious new album 'Sugar At The Gate'.
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Purity Ring Live with mmj
8:00-9:30 PM — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Experience Purity Ring's new concept album inspired by RPG adventures.
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Grant Farm Reunion Show
8-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticket price TBD — Celebrate Tyler Grant's 50th birthday with cosmic Americana beats from Grant Farm.
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The Crooked Rugs Live
8 PM - 2 AM — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of indie rock with local favorites and special guests.
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Tab Benoit Concert
7-10 p.m. — Washington’s — Tickets available — Experience the soulful Delta swamp blues of Grammy-nominated artist Tab Benoit.
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