Whether you have visited Fort Collins or have seen photos, you more often see Old Town during the day. But there’s a special kind of magic that settle over Fort Collins when the sun goes down. See the town in which Colorado State resides in a new light with these downtown scenes.
#1. The intersection of Mountain and College
This intersection is a central area of downtown. From the Fort Collins Trolley to Old Town Square to the shops and restaurants in between, there are so many different places to explore, no matter the time of day or night. You can dream away under the twinkle lights from November 1 to Feb 1, too!
#2. The Historic Fort Collins Post Office/Art Museum
The Old Post Office building, located in a prime Old Town location next to a square with sculptures and a fountain, houses the Fort Collins Museum of Art. The stunning building is a three-story Second Renaissance Revival structure designed by James Knox Taylor, the Supervising Architect for the U.S. Treasury. It was built in 1911 and was described at the time as the “finest building in the city.”
#3. Old Town Square
Old Town Square is a hot spot for many community events like concerts, festivals, and more. The Holiday Lighting Ceremony in Old Town Square is an annual celebration that takes place in November where the city illuminates the streets of downtown with an impressive lighting display.
#4. Linden Street
Linden Street is a cobblestone-laden beauty, where you’ll see many of the shops and restaurants near Old Town Square. This street was renovated in Fall 2023 and is a fun spot in any light.
