Beat Beethoven’s 5k (April 3)

“The run will begin with Maestro Wes Kenney’s baton launching the opening notes of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony at the race starting line in downtown Fort Collins. The goal is to complete the course before the music ends (approximately 33 minutes). Proceeds benefit the Fort Collins Symphony’s youth education and community engagement programs.” Learn more here.

Jon Lovitz (April 9)
“Emmy Award-nominated actor Jon Lovitz is best-known for his tenure with Saturday Night Live and numerous films such as The Wedding Singer, A League of Their Own and Rat Race. He’s played critically acclaimed television characters on The Simpsons, The Critic, Friends, Seinfeld and Two and a Half Men, among several others, and he’s made numerous guest appearances on all the late night talk shows from Conan to Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.” Buy tickets here.

The Borromeo String Quartet (April 15)
“The visionary performances of the Borromeo String Quartet have established it as one of the most important string quartets of our time. The Chicago Tribune calls the Borromeo ‘a remarkably accomplished string quartet, not simply for its high technical polish and refined tone, but more importantly for the searching musical insights it brings.’” Buy tickets here.

Peter Pan (April 16 – 17)
“Pirates, Lost Boys, Hook, Peter Pan, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and a ticking Crocodile. All the beloved characters of the classic children’s story will take stage in ‘Peter Pan the Ballet’ on the main stage at The Lincoln Center. Presented by Canyon Concert Ballet, and originally choreographed by Stanislav Issaev, this production has been a favorite of Fort Collins’ audiences since 1999.” Get details here.

Children’s Day Celebration (April 18)
“The event, celebrated in Loveland since 2002, provides children of all ages as well as teens, an afternoon of activities and fun dedicated entirely to them. More than 2,500 children and their parents enjoyed last year’s event.” Get details here.

Earth Day Fort Collins (April 23)
“Earth Day is a combination of activities & events for the entire family, featuring informational booths and displays, arts & crafts, live music, speakers, local food and a beer garden.” Get event details here.

Colorado Governor’s Art Show and Sale (April 24th – May 29th)
“The 25th anniversary of the Colorado Governor’s Art Show and Sale will be held at the Loveland Museum/Gallery. This prestigious event is a fundraiser for the Loveland Rotary Club and the Thompson Valley Rotary Club. The show features the finest artists from across the state.” Learn more here.