FoCo Fall Fest is a vibrant street festival on October 11-12 where crisp fall vibes meet hometown pride. Stroll through Old Town Square where surrounding streets, including portions of Mountain Avenue and Walnut Street that will be closed for pedestrian traffic, will transform into a farmers’ market-style celebration complete with local makers, live music across two stages, family-friendly fall-themed activities, mouthwatering eats, and plenty of craft beer and beverages.
Team Player Productions, organizers of FoCo Fall Fest, are delighted to share the following activities for the two-day affair. Check out the full schedule here.
Gilmore Girls Look-Alike Contest
In partnership with Starry Night Coffee, participate in a Gilmore Girls Look-Alike Contest on Sunday, Oct. 12 at 3:30 p.m. at the Mountain Ave. Stage. Think you’ve got the fast-talking wit of Lorelai? The bookish charm of Rory? The brooding mystery of Jess or the flannel-wrapped grumpiness of Luke? Then grab your best Stars Hollow-inspired outfit and join us for the ultimate Gilmore Girls Look-Alike Contest at FoCo Fall Fest! This all-ages costume contest invites fans of every generation to dress up as their favorite character from the beloved show. Whether you’re channeling Sookie’s kitchen chaos or Paris Geller’s intense academic energy, we want to see your best Gilmore style!
How it works:
- Dress up as any Gilmore Girls character
- Strut your stuff on stage at 3:30 PM
- The crowd helps decide the winner, so bring your fan club!
One winner will take home:
- A $50 gift card to Starry Night Coffee
- A refillable coffee jar with one free refill + discounted refills forever (a $100 value!)
So grab your friends, your mom, your neighbor’s dog (we see you, Paul Anka), and get ready to show FoCo your Stars Hollow spirit! Because if there’s one thing Lorelai Gilmore taught us, it’s that everything’s better with coffee and a little bit of flair.
Live bands hand-picked by KRFC Radio
Enjoy live music across two stages with local artists including: TMULE VS Nic Clark, Spider Cat Los Mocochetes, Erik Lunde & Sweet Virginia, Many Mountains , Gemini Moon, West Side Joe & the Men of Soul, and Grocery Story.
Great Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt
In partnership with Nuance Chocolate, enjoy this fun scavenger hunt all weekend long. Think you can crack the code? Put your detective skills (and sweet tooth) to the test in The Great Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt, happening all weekend long at FoCo Fall Fest!
Hidden are five festive scarecrows throughout the festival footprint—each one holding a sign with two secret letters. Find them all to uncover the secret message!
Once you’ve cracked the code, scan the Scavenger Hunt QR code on the scarecrow’s sign, submit your answer, along with your name, phone number, and email. Will will be notified on Tuesday, Oct. 14.
Prize: One lucky winner will be randomly selected from all correct entries to win a Nuance Chocolate Flight for Two, including:
- Two hot chocolates
- Three handcrafted chocolate bars
- A global tasting adventure, right here in Fort Collins
Enjoy local brews
Enjoy delicious Northern Colorado beer from Gilded Goat Brewing Company, Horse & Dragon Brewing Company, Stodgy Brewing Co., Peculiar Ales, and Locust Cider.
Other fun events
Enjoy pumpkin painting with pumpkins provided by Fort Collins Nursery and group yoga from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. from Foss Yoga Studio all weekend. There will be a free bike valet on-site by Gearage Outdoor Sports.
The full press release about FoCo Fall Fest can be found here.