Live music in Larimer County, CO

Playing It Forward, presented in partnership with Off the Hook Arts, is a Fort Collins benefit concert built around a simple idea... when artists, businesses, and neighbors work together, everyone moves ahead. This inaugural gathering supports beloved local musician Sasha Stone, recognizing her years of service through music and her dedication to graduate studies in Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. Proceeds help her reach the finish line while also sustaining Off the Hook Arts in expanding access to quality music education for kids and bringing electrifying live music to the community. The evening unfolds at Big View Studio, Fort Collins’ newest immersive venue. More than a traditional event space, it functions as a digital canvas where cutting edge projection transforms massive surfaces into vivid worlds of visual storytelling that surround the audience. Guests begin with a VIP reception paired with an immersive art experience, followed by a concert designed to celebrate collaboration and community. A professional house band donates its talents and welcomes a rotating lineup of Northern Colorado vocalists performing familiar favorites from past and present. Expect standout songs, inspired pairings, and memorable moments. Featured artists include Sasha Stone and The Sasha Stone Band, Elyse Miller, Laura Gippert, Peaches Embry, Taylor Shae, Nick Duarte of Post Paradise, Lid Dixon, Erik Lunde, Scott Von, and Steve Amedee, formerly of the Subdues. Sponsorship opportunities are available through Off the Hook Arts, with benefits that may include event tickets, reserved seating, logo placement, and recognition on site and online. The guiding spirit of the night is clear... we all rise by lifting others.

Emo Homecoming returns with a tribute night where local acts perform cover versions of well known emo songs. The lineup includes Color Me Fatigued, Boy Sorority, Kevin?, and Surprise Soup.

Immerse yourself in a glowing fusion dance night that blends rhythm, style, and creativity. The theme invites Halloween-inspired looks that come alive under blacklight, including skeletons, demons, cyber creatures, neon makeup, glowing accessories, and other UV-reactive outfits. The evening begins with a lesson, then shifts into social dancing. Lessons alternate between new styles and technique. The instructor, class title, class description, and two DJs are still to be announced. This 18-plus event is priced at $10 for the lesson and dance, with a $5 rate for students or visitors from out of town. Volunteering provides free entry. Parking is available in the lot behind the building, and entry is through the south door marked with a Starlight Studio sign. Follow the signs inside to reach the space.

Natural Alternatives and Party Guru Productions present a night of boundary-pushing bass as brothers Yheti and Toadface team up for the Sleight of Sound Tour with support from Dank Frank and abasin. Known for a kinetic stage presence, the duo delivers a back to back set that blurs genre lines while pairing immersive audio with visuals they control live from the stage. Toadface launched his project in 2015, channeling a lifelong connection to gaming and virtual worlds into heady underground beats. His older brother Yheti has spent over a decade shaping an adventurous live show rooted in experimental, low end sonics. Each has built a devoted following through relentless touring and by steering clear of trends. For this tour they present an extended two hour AV performance, weaving in fresh material as new tracks and EPs roll out along the way. The run spans more than 25 dates across the United States.

Old Souls brings live music to Estes Park, led by Jenu Six and Chantal Lynn. Hailing from the North Georgia mountains, the duo carries a dive bar sound shaped by country roots and long stretches on the road. Their set turns weathered miles and ghostly memories into songs for seekers of something real, reaching honky tonk angels and sinners alike. It is raw storytelling with road-worn melodies, a reminder that the spirit behind these songs keeps on going.

The DOSE, a psychedelic comedy show presented by Mishawaka, brings an immersive blend of stand-up, music, and visuals to Avogadro’s Number. Returning after a sold-out year, this edition features a curated lineup of national comedians with creator and host Steven Gillespie, known from Conan and Amazon Prime. The experience begins with a DJ set that pairs sound and visuals with vendors and live flow arts, continues into the comedy showcase with the DJ weaving in throughout, and concludes with an after-show dance party. Designed to set the mood for open minds and plenty of laughs, the night also invites festival performers such as jugglers, dancers, hula hoopers, and practitioners of sound baths to share their skills during the pre-show. Tickets include General Admission at $25 online or $30 at the door with first-come seating upon arrival, and VIP seating at $35 online only that guarantees spots in the first three rows. Groups selecting VIP can secure seats together by purchasing in a single order.

Karaoke takes center stage at Scrumpy’s, welcoming power ballad pros and group chorus enthusiasts to step up and sing their favorites. Hard cider is pouring, and a lively crowd is ready to cheer on every performance, from showstopping to delightfully off key.

King Orchard, Clay K, Mad Girl Love Machine, K8ie, Taylor Shae, Robin Lewis, and Who’s Dev come together for a singer songwriter showcase. Now in its sixth outing, the event highlights a range of acoustic sets from both new and returning performers, with art vendors on site. The focus is on up close performances and community connection, creating space for honest, vulnerable expression.

Preschoolers can enjoy a music-centered program at the Berthoud Community Library. Musical Moments supports early learning with playful activities and singing. It is created especially for young children.

Hosted by Jon Pickett alongside the Bird’s Nest staff, this evening features music, friends, and views of the mountains, plus cocktails or root bee, real beer, and pizza.

Karaoke Club offers a chance to take the mic and sing. Talking about Karaoke Club is encouraged, and it unfolds in the Lyric Lobby with Daphne Starr hosting. Signups take place before the performances begin. There are more rules to discover, kept as a playful surprise for participants.

A local social focused on blues and fusion dancing takes place every second and fourth Tuesday. Participants gather to dance and share these styles together.