# Romantic Things to Do in Fort Collins, CO \| WonderKit

Romantic things to do in Fort Collins, CO — hidden gems, romantic restaurants, date-night ideas, and weekend escapes for couples. Updated daily.

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Romantic things to do in Fort Collins, CO include hidden gems and locals-know-this picks — the restaurant you won't see on a top-10 list, the late-night spot, and quick escapes worth a weekend.

## Date night ideas in Fort Collins, CO

Looking for date night ideas in Fort Collins, CO? These are pairings from what's actually on this week — the picks below are refreshed daily, so it's a live shortlist rather than an evergreen top-10 list. Take one as the anchor and keep the rest of the evening loose.

- **Dinner first** — Indigo: Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar and Maida Trattoria are on this week's list, and the easiest date night here is one good table with nowhere to be after it. See the "Eat & Drink" section.
- **Make an evening of it** — Anchor the night on something that's actually scheduled, like Evening Craft Cocktails at Social, and put dinner on either side of it. See the "Happening Today" section.
- **A first date that isn't dinner** — A show, an exhibition or a gallery hour is lower-pressure than a two-hour table when you barely know each other; start here and keep it short. See the "New & Notable" section.
- **Turn it into a weekend** — When one night isn't enough, the quick escapes on this page, Estes Park & Peak-to-Peak Foliage Drive among them, stretch a date night into a weekend. See the "Quick Escape" section.

## Happening Today

Events and things to do tonight

### Evening Craft Cocktails at Social
Step down into Old Town's subterranean hideaway for small-batch spirits, sommelier-selected wines, and thoughtfully sliced charcuterie under low industrial arches.
- Venue: Social
- Location: Old Town Square, Fort Collins
- Date: 2026-10-05 4:00 PM
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Couples and small groups
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Evening%20Craft%20Cocktails%20at%20Social%20Old%20Town%20Square%2C%20Fort%20Collins

## This Weekend in Fort Collins, CO

Concerts, matches, and local energy for the days ahead

### Jon Pardi with Alexandra Kay
The chart-topping country artist brings his signature honky-tonk sound and high-energy performance to the arena stage for an unmissable fall tour stop.
- Venue: Blue Arena at The Ranch Events Complex
- Location: The Ranch Events Complex, Loveland \(Fort Collins area\)
- Date: 2026-10-08 7:00 PM
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Music fans
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/jon-pardi-w-alexandra-kay-tickets-loveland-colorado-10-08-2026/event/1E0060EFEA9438D9

### CSU Rams Volleyball vs. Washington State
Pack Moby Arena for an electric mid-week Division I match as the Rams take the home court against the Cougars.
- Venue: Moby Arena
- Location: Campus, Fort Collins
- Date: 2026-10-08 7:00 PM
- Cost: $
- Best for: Sports fans and families
- Link: https://csurams.com/sports/womens-volleyball/schedule/2026

### Colorado Eagles vs. Abbotsford Canucks
Fast-paced professional hockey returns to Northern Colorado with hard-hitting action, roaring crowds, and classic rink-side energy.
- Venue: Blue Arena at The Ranch Events Complex
- Location: The Ranch Events Complex, Loveland \(Fort Collins area\)
- Date: 2026-10-09 19:05
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Sports enthusiasts
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/Z7r9jZ1A7J6Ga

### The Beths at Washington's
The acclaimed indie-pop power outfit fills the historic brick walls of Washington's with sharp lyricism, soaring harmonies, and infectious guitar riffs.
- Venue: Washington's
- Location: Old Town, Fort Collins
- Date: 2026-10-11 7:00 PM
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Live music lovers
- Link: https://bohemianlivemusic.org/event/the-beths-with-chelsea-jade/

## Eat & Drink

New spaces, seasonal menus, and local neighborhood plates

### Indigo: Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar
A vibrant addition to the Old Town culinary scene, pairing contemporary regional Indian plates with inventive spice-forward craft cocktails.
- Location: Old Town, Fort Collins
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Foodies and date nights
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Indigo%3A%20Modern%20Indian%20Cuisine%20%26%20Bar%20Old%20Town%2C%20Fort%20Collins

### Maida Trattoria
An intimate, neighborhood-style Italian gem in Old Town serving handmade pastas and classic regional comfort dishes in a warm setting.
- Location: Old Town, Fort Collins
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Pasta lovers and families
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Maida%20Trattoria%20Old%20Town%2C%20Fort%20Collins

## New & Notable

Limited-time pop-ups, seasonal markets, and fresh arrivals

### MINISO Japanese-Inspired Collection Pop
Explore the latest whimsical home goods, stationery, blind-box collectibles, and plush lifestyle items tucked into Front Range Village.
- Location: Front Range Village, Fort Collins
- Cost: $
- Best for: Design enthusiasts and collectors
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=MINISO%20Japanese-Inspired%20Collection%20Pop%20Front%20Range%20Village%2C%20Fort%20Collins

## Quick Escape

Achievable weekend getaways within a short drive of town

### Estes Park & Peak-to-Peak Foliage Drive
Head up the scenic Big Thompson Canyon into the mountain town of Estes Park to catch the peak autumn golden aspens and listen for the annual elk bugling rut.
- Location: Estes Park, CO \(1.5 hours from Fort Collins\)
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Nature lovers and road-trippers
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Estes%20Park%20%26%20Peak-to-Peak%20Foliage%20Drive%20Estes%20Park%2C%20CO%20(1.5%20hours%20from%20Fort%20Collins)

### Boulder Pearl Street Weekend Stroll
Drive south down the foothills for a day of strolling the historic brick pedestrian mall, browsing local bookstores, and dining on vibrant patio cafes.
- Location: Pearl Street, Boulder, CO \(45 mins from Fort Collins\)
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Couples and foodies
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Boulder%20Pearl%20Street%20Weekend%20Stroll%20Pearl%20Street%2C%20Boulder%2C%20CO%20(45%20mins%20from%20Fort%20Collins)

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