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Events are always changing, so please check the calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Click on the links provided for detailed information and to purchase event tickets.

• Saturday, July 3, Museum OPEN normal hours, 9am – 5pm.
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• Saturday, July 4, Museum Closed for Independence Day!
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• Saturday, July 11, Faith250 Event – Faith 250’s culminating event celebrating our common civic values is just around the corner. Sign up and help bring to life a public celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. More information about this event will be shared soon. Register at Faith250’s Google Form by visiting this link.
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• July 16-18, Come visit The Museum Store for great discounts on select items during the Downtown Summer Sales!D
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• Friday, July 17, Monthly Member Night – Members! Have you ever wished you could visit the museum after 5pm? Now is your chance! Members are invited to hang out at the museum until 8pm on this special Friday night. Thank you for being a part of the museum community!
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• Saturday, July 18, E/MERSION 360: Jasara + CD Davis – a live electronic music and visual art series transforming the Digital Dome Theater into an immersive performance space. Each event pairs top Colorado electronic artists and DJs with curated full-dome visuals, creating a one-of-a-kind 360° sensory experience that blurs the line between sound, art, and technology. This event is restricted to those 18 years or older. Tickets are available for purchase here.
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• Saturday, July 23, Heritage Courtyard Open House – Join us offsite at the Heritage Courtyard next to the Center for Creativity as we highlight the 1905 Upper Boxelder Creek Schoolhouse with an interactive open house for all ages. 
  • Play: Try your hand at traditional 1900s games. 
  • Learn: Explore the architecture and stories of our one-room school. 
  • Create: Participate in schoolhouse-themed activities and crafts. 

  Free and open to the public – no tickets necessary, just drop in!
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• Friday, June 31, Dome after Dark: The Dome Monster feat: Lady Gaga – Step inside FCMoD’s OtterBox Digital Dome for an after-hours music experience that surrounds you with the songs you love – set to mesmerizing 360° projected visuals and booming theatrical surround sound. Tickets are available for purchase here.
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Our Black-footed Ferret Feedings happen the first and third Saturday of every month starting at 9:30 am. At 10am on the second and fourth Saturday every month you can Meet the Animals in our live animal exhibits. As always, we’ve got Dome Shows six days a week in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater all month long.

• Event dates and times are subject to change and we’re always adding new events, please check our museum calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Come enjoy your summer break at the museum this June!
Events are always changing, so please check the calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Click on the links provided for detailed information and to purchase event tickets.

• Sunday, June 7, We’ve Been Here the Whole Time: Fort Collins Queer History – Kick off your Pride celebration early and journey into a past before rainbows and pride flags. Since the 1800s, queer Fort Collins residents have defied gender norms, established businesses, demanded equal rights, and danced into the night surrounded by friends and allies. This event is free, but donations are welcome. Reserve your tickets now, capacity is limited in the Dome Theater.
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• Friday, June 12, Without Apology: Black History and Civil Rights in Fort Collins – Join staff from the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and the City of Fort Collins Historic Preservation office to explore stories of Black/African American history in Fort Collins, and Black residents who fought for civil rights in their lifetimes. We will have a walking tour that starts at the museum. This event is free, but registration is required due to limited capacity. D
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• Friday, June 12, Member Appreciation Party – Members! At FCMoD, we are always very grateful for our members, so please join us for a night of music-themed fun to thank you for your support.  We invite you and your loved ones to enjoy food, beverages, and lots of family-friendly activities. Plus, experience live music in our revamped area made to explore all aspects of music creation: Spotlight Studio! We can’t wait to celebrate with you! RSVP is requested for this event.
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• Saturday, June 13, TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures – In partnership with Poudre Libraries, we will host a livestream of TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, a daylong symposium featuring 15+ original TED Talks focused on the future of democracy. We will have a total of three viewings at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM. This event is free to attend, but registration is required due to limited space.
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• Saturday June 13, The Passion of Joan of Arc With Live Soundtrack – Join us in the Digital Dome Theater to watch the iconic 1929 silent film by Carl Theodore Dreyer, “The Passion of Joan of Arc,” accompanied by a live musical score by Logan Farmer, Zachary Visconti, Maddy Erskine, and Gail McDonald-Crook. Tickets can be purchased here.
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• Saturday, June 20, Heritage Courtyard Open House – Join us offsite at the Heritage Courtyard next to the Center for Creativity as we highlight the 1905 Upper Boxelder Creek Schoolhouse with an interactive open house for all ages. 
  • Play: Try your hand at traditional 1900s games. 
  • Learn: Explore the architecture and stories of our one-room school. 
  • Create: Participate in schoolhouse-themed activities and crafts. 

  Free and open to the public – no tickets necessary, just drop in!
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• Saturday, June 20, E/MERSION 360: Moogy + Viaza – a live electronic music and visual art series transforming the Digital Dome Theater into an immersive performance space. Each event pairs top Colorado electronic artists and DJs with curated full-dome visuals, creating a one-of-a-kind 360° sensory experience that blurs the line between sound, art, and technology. This event is restricted to those 18 years or older. Tickets are available for purchase here.
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• Friday, June 26, Dome after Dark: Harry’s House feat: Harry Styles – Step inside FCMoD’s OtterBox Digital Dome for an after-hours music experience that surrounds you with the songs you love – set to mesmerizing 360° projected visuals and booming theatrical surround sound. Tickets are available for purchase here.
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Our Black-footed Ferret Feedings happen the first and third Saturday of every month starting at 9:30 am. At 10am on the second and fourth Saturday every month you can Meet the Animals in our live animal exhibits. As always, we’ve got Dome Shows six days a week in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater all month long.

• Event dates and times are subject to change and we’re always adding new events, please check our museum calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Looking forward to a May full of music, animals, and community!
Events are always changing, so please check the calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Click on the links provided for detailed information and to purchase event tickets.

• Saturday, May 2, City Nature Challenge ID Party – You’re invited! Meet up with other City Nature Challenge Participants, learn how to ID observations in iNaturalist, and do your part for ongoing biodiversity research. No wildlife knowledge or expertise required. This is a pay what you can event and registration is encouraged.¢
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• Sunday, May 3, Autism Resource Fair – The Fort Collins Autism Resource Fair is a FREE, annual event hosted by Fort Collins Museum of Discovery that provides information and support for the autism community in and around Fort Collins. Special Guests: Dr. Temple Grandin (talk is sold out but Dr. Grandin will be signing books afterward) and Drawings by Trent. For full information, please check the link here.¢
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• Tuesday, May 5, Speaking up for Cleaner Air program with Environmental Services – Listen to your neighbors share their stories of fighting for cleaner air in our community during an evening of storytelling, connection, and community. Free snacks, kids’ activities, and community resources. This is a pay what you can event and registration is encouraged.
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• Saturday, May 9, Amphibian Week Event – Close out Amphibian Week at the Museum with activities and guided tours along the Poudre River throughout the evening! Museum activities are drop-in, while guided tours require pay what you can registration.¢
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• Tuesday, May 12, Tour with Executive Directors – Have you ever wanted to meet the Executive Directors at the museum? If you’re an Explore More member, you can take advantage of this benefit May 12th! Registration is required. Not an Explore More member yet? Purchase or upgrade now!
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• Tuesday, May 12, faith 250: What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? – An evening bringing multi-faith communities together to share in song, spoken word, and meaningful conversations around intrinsic American values. This event is being put on by faith 250, please register using their google form here (this link will take you to an external registration page).
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• Friday, May 15, School Day Out (SOLD OUT) – All day camp for kids who need something to do while school is not in session. This camp is music themed and full of fun! This event is currently sold out. To be added to the waitlist for any cancellations, please email camps@fcmod.org.
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• Friday, May 15, Monthly Member Night – Members get all the benefits! Enjoy an evening at the museum as an FCMoD Member. Registration is encouraged. More details to come.
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• Thursday, May 21, Historic Preservation, the Bicentennial Commission, & Civic Action – Staff from the Museum of Discovery and the City Historic Preservation office will explore how the Fort Collins community came together to celebrate the bicentennial in 1976, and how it created important momentum for the work of historic preservation in our city. Registration is required due to limited seating.
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• Saturday, May 23, E/MERSION 360: Chief Ojih + DanDan – a live electronic music and visual art series transforming the Digital Dome Theater into an immersive performance space. Each event pairs top Colorado electronic artists and DJs with curated full-dome visuals, creating a one-of-a-kind 360° sensory experience that blurs the line between sound, art, and technology. This event is restricted to those 18 years or older. Tickets are available for purchase here.
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• Friday, May 29, Dome After Dark Music Show: Chappell Roan – Step inside FCMoD’s OtterBox Digital Dome for an after-hours music experience that surrounds you with the songs you love – set to mesmerizing 360° projected visuals and booming theatrical surround sound. Tickets are available for purchase here.
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• Saturday, May 30, Heritage Courtyard Open House – Join us offsite at the Heritage Courtyard next to the Center for Creativity as we highlight the 1905 Upper Boxelder Creek Schoolhouse with an interactive open house for all ages. 
  • Play: Try your hand at traditional 1900s games. 
  • Learn: Explore the architecture and stories of our one-room school. 
  • Create: Participate in schoolhouse-themed activities and crafts. 

  Free and open to the public – no tickets necessary, just drop in!
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Our Black-footed Ferret Feedings happen the first and third Saturday of every month starting at 9:30 am. At 10am on the second and fourth Saturday every month you can Meet the Animals in our live animal exhibits. As always, we’ve got Dome Shows six days a week in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater all month long.

• Event dates and times are subject to change and we’re always adding new events, please check our museum calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Find many of the upcoming events for the month of April below!
Events are always changing, so please check out the calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Click on the links provided for detailed information and to purchase event tickets.

• Monday, April 6 – For You By You: Youth Open Mic from 6PM to 8PM in the Digital Dome Theater. For You By You is an Open Mic Night for emerging music artists 22 and under. FCMoD invites participants to practice their songs, meet new band mates, and get involved in the local music scene with professional head shots and industry resources provided by FocoMA. Entry is free and instruments are provided. Find your voice, Find your people, and Find your stage.
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• Saturday, April 11 – Help build community at Civic Saturdays where we’ll discuss the opportunities and responsibilities of contemporary life. We will explore ways to build trust, restore civic engagement, and move through the challenges of feeling disappointed, scared, angry or even powerless to impact our communities or society. This event is pay-what-you-can.
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• Friday, April 17 – Members! Want to see the museum after normal hours? Come to Monthly Member Night from 5PM-8PM  to Spring into Discovery! We’ll have a nature themed night and the gallery will be open for exclusive Member play.
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• Saturday, April 18 – Join us offsite at the Heritage Courtyard next to the Center for Creativity from 11AM-1PM as we highlight the 1905 Upper Boxelder Creek Schoolhouse with an interactive open house for all ages. 
  • Play: Try your hand at traditional 1900s games. 
  • Learn: Explore the architecture and stories of our one-room school. 
  • Create: Participate in schoolhouse-themed activities and crafts. 

  Free and open to the public – no tickets necessary, just drop in!
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• Friday, April 24 – City Nature Challenge is a friendly competition between cities all over the world to see who can rally their population to log the most observations in iNaturalist in a set period of time. This year, City Nature Challenge is happening from April 24-27. Click the link to find out more! (Please note that the Archive will be closed to the public on this day.)
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• Saturday, April 25 - The museum will once again be an all-ages venue for FoCoMX (no wristband required). Come see up and coming youth artists perform all around the museum for this all-day event. It will be a fun and noisy day, so ear plugs or headphones are recommended for those with heightened sensitivity.
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Our Black-footed Ferret Feedings happen the first and third Saturday of every month starting at 9:30 am. At 10am on the second and fourth Saturday every month you can Meet the Animals in our live animal exhibits. As always, we’ve got Dome Shows six days a week in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater all month long.

• Event dates and times are subject to change and we’re always adding new events, please check our museum calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Find many of the upcoming events for the month of March below!
Events are always changing, so please check out the calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Click on the links provided for detailed information and to purchase event tickets.

• March 8, 2026 – The Blessing Chimanga: Light and Hope Album Tour will take place in the Digital Dome Theater with 2 showings! Tickets are available here (please note: this is a third party ticket service).
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• March 13, 2026 –  There is still space in our Friday School Day Out Camp! Camps are filled with fun and museum exploration including a full day of STEAM activities.
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• March 16, 2026 – The museum will be open on Monday 9 am to 5 pm (and the rest of the week!) for Spring Break.
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• March 20, 2026 – We’re open late just for our Members on Monthly Member Nights! This month we’ll dive into an astronomy and equinox theme with a guest appearance by the Northern Colorado Astronomical Society and a special showing of our new dome show, Oasis in Space.
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• March 24, 2026 – Come discover the new sounds of NoCo at the 6th annual Sonic Spotlight Showcase at The Armory! Sonic Spotlight is a wonderful chance to check out young up and coming musical acts from all around the Northern Colorado area. Tickets are available here. (Please note: this is a third party ticket service)
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• March 27, 2026 – Join staff from Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and City Historic Preservation office to explore stories of Women’s History in Fort Collins at Self-Evident: Women, Suffrage, and Fort Collins History. This event takes place offsite and includes an outdoor walking tour with an indoor resource showcase at the Center for Creativity at Carnegie Library. Attendance is capped at 30 people so reserve your tickets today!
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• March 27, 2026 – Party like it’s 1999 again at our Dome After Dark: Prince Music Show. Wear your best costume for our photo booth, compete against fellow fans during trivia, and listen to Prince in full surround sound with amazing visuals! This event is open to all ages, but songs will be presented with uncensored lyrics.
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• March 28, 2026 -Don’t miss Chelsmosis and Badbwoy BMC x WADADA performing with amazing visuals on our 360° dome! Please note that this is an 18 years+ event.
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Our Black-footed Ferret Feedings happen the first and third Saturday of every month starting at 9:30 am. At 10am on the second and fourth Saturday every month you can Meet the Animals in our live animal exhibits. As always, we’ve got Dome Shows six days a week in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater all month long.

• Event dates and times are subject to change, please check our museum calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Find many of the upcoming events for the month of February below!
Click on the links provided for detailed information and to purchase event tickets.

• February 13, 2026 – Join us for Winter Bike to Work Day on Friday, February 13th. Grab a snack and spin-the-wheel for fun prizes including a chance to win a museum Membership! We’ll be set up on the corner of Cherry and Mason with our partner Bird Conservancy of the Rockies.
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• February 14, 2026 – We love our Members! Get an extra 10% off on select merchandise in the store for this Valentine’s Day. 💕
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• SOLD OUT February 20, 2026 – Without Apology: Black History and Civil Rights Tour– join staff from the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and the City of Fort Collins Historic Preservation office on a tour through the neighborhood around Washington Park to visit a few sites where important Black residents lived in the city. Spots are limited so pre-registration is required. This popular tour has sold out, but we are tentatively scheduling a second walk in June. We do not have a wait list for this program.
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• February 20, 2026 – The February after hours Monthly Member Night will focus on STEAM learning with visiting guests from Colorado State University’s Engineering Program.
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• February 21, 2026 – On the second night of our E/Mersion:360 series come listen to electronic musical artist Beyel with support from BRILL set to expansive visuals by our very own Scott Mckinney. Please note that this is an 18 years+ event.
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• February 22, 2026 –Early Closure: We will be closing early at 12PM for the Human Library event.
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• SOLD OUT February 22, 2026 – Human Library is back for another year! Human Library is a safe and non-judgmental forum for people to engage in difficult conversations and gain a deeper understanding of diverse human experiences. Humans stand in for books as they tell a story about their unique life experience. Note: Due to subject matter under 18 Readers need to be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required, but the event is free. Due to popular demand this event has sold out. Please call the front desk at 970-221-6738 to be added to the wait list.
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• February 25, 2026 (Please note this is a rescheduled from the 18th)– Explore More Members! Are you curious to learn more about how the museum is run? Join our co- Executive Directors, Shannon Quist and Cheryl Donaldson, for a Quarterly Meet and Greet starting at 4PM. Pre-registration is required.
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• February 27th, 2026 – Truck on over for a new Dome After Dark show – Grateful Dead Gathering: Featuring the Music of The Grateful Dead. This fully immersive experience features amazing visuals, booming surround sound and a cash bar for those over 21. It’s like having a mini-sphere at your favorite museum!  

Our Black-footed Ferret Feedings happen the first and third Saturday of every month starting at 9:30 am. At 10am on the second and fourth Saturday every month you can Meet the Animals in our live animal exhibits. As always, we’ve got Dome Shows six days a week in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater all month long.

• Event dates and times are subject to change, please check our museum calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Happy New Year! We look forward to serving the community in a brand new year!

Here are some of the events for the month of January: Click on the links provided for detailed information and to purchase event tickets.

• January 1, 2026 – The Museum will be closed for New Year’s Day.
• January 5, 2026 – We still have space in our School Day Out Camp! SOLD OUT! Thank you so much for your support. Please plan to join us for a future date! School Day Out Camps feature a full day of STEAM-based activities, a professional team to lead the way, and a fun environment to learn and discover.  We will explore a theme of the day, which includes topics such as music, animals, science, history, and much, much more all while making friends and having fun! Members receive 10% off camps throughout the year. Please note that the museum will not be open to general public visitation on this day.
• January 16, 2026 – Get ready for a super science-y series of Monthly Member Nights! For January, February, and March Members can come in for extended hours to experience various fun STEAM-based activities. Tickets are not required. More details coming soon!
• January 24, 2026 – We have a new event series for our 18 years and older crowd! E/MERSION 360° is a live electronic music and visual art series transforming the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery’s Digital Dome Theater into an immersive performance space. Each event pairs top Colorado electronic artists and DJs with curated full-dome visuals, creating a one-of-a-kind 360° sensory experience that blurs the line between sound, art, and technology. This series continues on February 21 and March 28 with all new artists!
• January 30, 2026 – Don’t miss the return of our Monthly Music Shows with the “I’m Still Standing Soiree” featuring the music of Sir Elton John! Meet fellow fans, wear your best Elton fit for the photo booth, show off your knowledge by winning our trivia, and create your own Elton shades! Top off the night by listening to chart-topping Elton tunes while watching amazing 360 visuals in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater.

Our Black-footed Ferret Feedings happen the first and third Saturday of every month starting at 9:30 am. At 10am on the second and fourth Saturday every month you can Meet the Animals in our live animal exhibits. As always, we’ve got Dome Shows six days a week in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater all month long.

• Event dates and times are subject to change, please check our museum calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Check back for more exciting events in 2026!

Upcoming events for the month of December: Click on the links provided for detailed information

• (OFFSITE) December 8, 2025 – Join us offsite at the Cultural Enrichment Center for Youth Open Mic Night from 5:30 PM to 8 PM! For You By You is an Open Mic Night for emerging artists 22 and under. FCMoD invites participants to practice their songs, meet new band mates, and get involved in the local music scene with professional head shots and industry resources provided by FocoMA. Entry is free and instruments are provided. Find your voice, Find your people, and Find your stage.
• December 9, 2025 – Tuesday Night Live: Digital Earth: Energy in our Daily Lives
  (6:30 PM to 8 PM) Our friends Dr. KaChun Yu and Bob Raynolds from Denver Museum of Nature and Science will talk about the production & transmission of energy to our communities. This is a pay-what-you-can event and space is limited. Get your tickets today!
• December 9 is also Colorado Gives Day – your support allows us to continue to serve as a community hub that reflects the vibrancy of Northern Colorado. Donate today to support our mission! 💕
• December 17, 2025 – Members, get ready! We’re revving up to Frosted FCMoD: Member Winter Party 2025! Join us on this special date to celebrate you, our members, with after hours fun at the museum. More details coming soon!
• December 22, 2025 – Need something to do with visiting family? The museum will be open from 9 AM to 5 PM this Monday for Winter Break! If our parking lot is full over Winter Break, Downtown parking structures are free every Saturday from Nov. 29 – Jan. 3 (and always free on Sundays)!
• December 24 & 25, 2025 – The museum will be closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. We will re-open on Friday for our regular business hours.
• December 27, 2025 – Please note there will be no Meet the Animals this Saturday.
• December 29, 2025 – We will once again be open this Monday from 9 AM to 5 PM!
• January 1, 2026 – The museum will be closed for New Year’s Day, but we’ll be back to normal hours on Friday.
• January 5, 2026 – School Day Out Camps feature a full day of STEAM-based activities with a professional team to lead the way and a fun environment to learn and discover.  We will explore a theme of the day which includes topics such as music, animals, science, history, and much, much more all while making friends and having fun!

Our Black-footed Ferret Feedings happen the first and third Saturday of every month starting at 9:30 am. At 10am on the second and fourth Saturday every month you can Meet the Animals in our live animal exhibits. As always, we’ve got Dome Shows six days a week in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater all month long.

• Event dates and times are subject to change, please check our museum calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Check out our upcoming events for the month of November! Click on the links provided for detailed information:

• October 14 – November 16, 2025 – In celebration of Dia de Muertos, FCMoD is honored to welcome back mini alters, created and shared by members of the community, in honor of those who are no longer physically with us. This exhibit is on view during our regular business hours.
• November 1, 2025 – From 11 AM to 1 PM the Northern Colorado Astronomical Society (NCAS) will be on-site with their solar telescopes to provide a safe way to observe our galaxy’s sun!
• November 10, 2025 –Youth Open Mic Night from 5 PM to 8 PM For You By You is an Open Mic Night for emerging artists 22 and under. FCMoD invites participants to practice their songs, meet new band mates, and get involved in the local music scene with professional head shots and industry resources provided by FocoMA. Entry is free and instruments are provided. Find your voice, Find your people, and Find your stage!
• November 19, 2025 – The Musician Town Hall (5:30 PM – 8 PM) provides a venue for music leaders from across the Front Range to talk about what’s happening in their music scenes. Make connections with musicians, enjoy free dinner, and let’s hear about ways to make the greater music scene stronger for all. This is a free event, but please sign up by clicking the link above.
• November 21, 2025 – This Monthly Member Night from 5 PM to 8PM, we will be collecting food and clothing donations in partnership with Homeward Alliance. Please see the list of acceptable items in the Monthly Member Night link above. Free entry for members (*general public who bring one donation item per person can gain free entry for this event).
• November 22, 2025 – Join us for a live local music performance in the Woodward Special Exhibition Gallery, featuring Zimbabwean musician, singer, and songwriter Blessing “Bled” Chimanga. Tickets are $22 pre-sale, $25 week of the event. Doors will open at 6:30 PM and the performance will start at 7:00 PM.
• November 24, 2025 – Bring your friends! Bring your family! The museum will be open from 9 AM to 5 PM this Monday for Thanksgiving Break! *Please note: Dome shows will be unavailable on November 24 and November 25 due to scheduled maintenance. Thank you for your understanding.
• November 27, 2025 – The museum will be closed for Thanksgiving. We will re-open on Friday for our regular business hours.

Our Black-footed Ferret Feedings happen the first and third Saturday of every month starting at 9:30 am. At 10am on the second and fourth Saturday every month you can Meet the Animals in our live animal exhibits. As always, we’ve got Dome Shows six days a week in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater all month long.

• Event dates and times are subject to change, please check our museum calendar for the most up-to-date information.