Good morning, Fort Collins.

Canyon Concert Ballet closed its building on April 30 and left rehearsal and performance spaces unused.

Visitors saw notices with contact information posted on the doors, and the venue will not host events in the future.

Colorado State University advised students and faculty of a nationwide Canvas outage caused by vendor issues and a ransomware attack — the platform will undergo testing and data validation before being restored for class use.

Fifteen teams from PSD schools will compete in the 2026 Odyssey of the Mind World Finals (May 27-30) in Ames, Iowa after qualifying through regional and state competitions to showcase creative problem-solving and STEM skills.

Motorized boating at several Northern Colorado reservoirs may face restrictions and boat ramp closures this summer due to low water levels from a historically low snowpack, while kayakers, paddleboarders and shore fishers see no changes (updates appear on park websites).

Fire officials warn that despite recent snow, dry and windy conditions are setting up a dangerous early fire season in northern Colorado, with Larimer County’s expanded restrictions urging Fort Collins residents to create defensible space & review local burn bans.

Gov. Jared Polis signed a law on May 7 that lets renters and those in small spaces use plug-in solar; the bill prevents utilities and associations from blocking the systems, with the law taking effect Jan.

1, 2027.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

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.

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.

The Crooked Rugs Live

8 PM - 2 AM — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of indie rock with local favorites and special guests.

Tab Benoit Concert

7-10 p.m. — Washington’s — Tickets available — Experience the soulful Delta swamp blues of Grammy-nominated artist Tab Benoit.

Big Shrimp Performance

8-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — $ — Third Turn brings their unique three-piece jam sound to the Aggie Theatre.

School of Rock FoCo LoCo Fest - Night 1

12:00am — Aggie Theatre — $20 — Get ready to rock at the FOCO LOCO festival in Fort Collins.