Hoppenings tracks the local craft beer scene in Fort Collins, including brewery events, trivia nights, run clubs, live music, and new beer releases. Browse this week's happenings, discover taprooms, and jump into activity-specific pages below for quick planning.

East of Downtown
A Colorado craft beer staple known for its smooth, approachable lineup of classics like Avalanche Amber Ale and seasonal small-batch releases. The Fort Collins location offers a relaxed taproom atmosphere where locals can enjoy well-crafted beers, community events, and a taste of one of Colorado’s most recognized breweries.
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Downtown Fort Collins
CooperSmith’s Pub & Brewing is one of Fort Collins’ original brewpubs, serving house-brewed ales and lagers alongside classic pub fare in a lively, historic downtown setting. Established in 1989, it’s a long-standing Old Town staple where visitors can enjoy rotating beers, hearty meals, and a classic Colorado brewpub atmosphere.
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Downtown Fort Collins
DC Oakes Brewhouse and Eatery is a modern brewpub in the heart of Fort Collins known for its house-brewed beers, elevated comfort food, and lively Old Town Square atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a rotating lineup of craft beers alongside scratch-made dishes while overlooking one of the city’s most vibrant downtown gathering spots.
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Downtown Fort Collins
Equinox Brewing Company is a long-running Fort Collins brewery known for its balanced lineup of traditional ales, hop-forward IPAs, and creative seasonal releases. With a laid-back taproom and strong connection to the local cycling and outdoor community, it’s a welcoming stop in the heart of Old Town.
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Downtown
Gilded Goat Taproom is a relaxed neighborhood brewery pouring a rotating selection of house-brewed beers ranging from crisp lagers to hop-forward IPAs and seasonal specialties. The welcoming taproom and laid-back vibe make it a popular stop for locals looking to enjoy fresh craft beer in a casual setting.
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Midtown
Gilded Goat Brewing Company is a locally owned brewery known for its creative craft beers and welcoming neighborhood taproom atmosphere. With a rotating selection of IPAs, lagers, and seasonal releases, it’s a relaxed spot for locals to gather and enjoy thoughtfully brewed beer.
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South Fort Collins
Hello Brew Co. is a unique Fort Collins spot that blends a craft brewery, café, and community workspace into one welcoming hangout. Guests can enjoy house-brewed beers, coffee drinks, and light bites in a bright, relaxed environment designed for both socializing and getting work done.
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South Fort Collins
Horse & Dragon Brewing Company is a family-owned brewery known for its meticulously crafted beers and welcoming neighborhood taproom. Beloved for staples like the Sad Panda Coffee Stout, it’s a relaxed spot where locals gather to enjoy thoughtfully brewed Colorado craft beer.
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South Fort Collins
Intersect Brewing is a modern neighborhood brewery known for its approachable craft beers and community-focused taproom atmosphere. With a rotating lineup of IPAs, lagers, and experimental small-batch releases, it’s a welcoming spot for both casual drinkers and craft beer enthusiasts.
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South Fort Collins
Konstruct Brewing is a small, experimental brewery in Fort Collins focused on creative recipes and carefully crafted small-batch beers. The intimate taproom encourages conversation with the brewers while guests explore a rotating lineup of unique and thoughtfully designed brews.
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Midtown
Maxline Brewing is a spacious Fort Collins brewery known for its approachable lineup of craft beers, from crisp lagers to hop-forward IPAs and seasonal releases. The modern taproom offers a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere where visitors can enjoy fresh beer and regular events.
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South Fort Collins
Mythmaker Brewing is a creative Fort Collins brewery known for its imaginative beer names and thoughtfully crafted small-batch brews. The cozy taproom offers a welcoming, laid-back space where guests can explore a rotating selection of flavorful ales and lagers.
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North
New Belgium Brewing Company is one of the most iconic craft breweries in the country, known for pioneering beers like Fat Tire and its deep roots in Fort Collins’ cycling and outdoor culture. The expansive riverside campus offers a vibrant taproom, tours, and a wide selection of innovative and classic beers.
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North
Odell Brewing Company is a pioneering Fort Collins craft brewery known for its balanced, innovative beers and long-standing influence in Colorado’s craft beer scene. The lively taproom and spacious patio make it a popular gathering spot where visitors can enjoy fresh small-batch releases alongside classic favorites.
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South
Peculier Brewing Company is a cozy neighborhood brewery known for its creative small-batch beers and welcoming, community-focused taproom. The relaxed space invites guests to explore a rotating selection of unique brews while enjoying a laid-back local atmosphere.
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South
Prost Brewing Company specializes in traditional German-style lagers brewed with authentic techniques and ingredients inspired by Bavarian brewing heritage. The Fort Collins biergarten offers a lively, social atmosphere where guests can enjoy crisp lagers in a classic European-style beer hall setting.
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Midtown
Purpose Brewing and Cellars is a small, highly respected Fort Collins brewery known for its precise brewing techniques and focus on balanced, flavorful beers. The intimate taproom highlights carefully crafted lagers, farmhouse ales, and mixed-culture creations that appeal to beer enthusiasts seeking thoughtful, small-batch brewing.
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Midtown
Rally King Brewing is a neighborhood brewery known for its creative, small-batch beers and playful approach to brewing. The welcoming taproom offers a rotating selection of hop-forward ales, crisp lagers, and experimental releases in a relaxed, community-driven setting.
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Come play Bingo with us! We play every Monday beginning at 6pm. There's absolutely no cost to play. We call 7 rounds, each with a chance to win delicious Maxline Brewing beer, awesome Maxline Brewing s(ch)wag, and gift certificates from local businesses. Can't make it at 6:00pm? No problem, you can jump in and play at any time!
Buy a beer, get free cross stitch supplies!
Meetup. Please note that this game night is externally and privately hosted from Purpose and meets in the upstairs, which unfortunately has no lift or elevator. Sign up and RSVP on the meetup in order to attend.
Your Tuesday evenings just got a lot better, and brainier, and beerier! Hosted by Maxline's very own beertender and trivia guru, Michael Scott. Come enjoy six rounds of trivia covering a range of subjects, with prizes for both overall winners and some individual rounds. The fun begins at 6pm, and it's free to play! Teams must have no more than six people to be eligible for prizes.
Registration starts at 6:30pm, follow https://www.instagram.com/esotericdactyl_trivia/ for weekly clues and news! Cash prizes.
Come write with us! Bring whatever writing you want to get done: your novel, memoir, comic, poetry, academic paper, blog post, or work project. We gather at 6:30 to socialize a bit, then write silently for 1hr, then socialize a bit more. RSVP on Meetup to meet other writers and get some writing done.
It's a St Patrick's Day celebration! Annual tapping of our limited release Nitro Irish Stout, live music (TBD) and Irish food specials by Mobile Mountain Cafe.
Bingo at Peculier Ales Windsor Taproom
Industry Night at Peculier Ales Fort Collins
RSVP here! We have a core group of about ten people that show up regularly.
Grab your friends, pick your project, snag your tix and join us as we celebrate spring with a fun evening of craft projects and craft brews. Projects come with all supplies and instruction and your first drink is on us! Our projects are simple enough for beginners but stylish enough that seasoned crafters will be proud to display them. Sign up: https://zwei-brewing.com/hello-spring
Come get your TRIVIA on with us, the first and third Wednesday of every month, alternating with our Bingo! #Trivia is free to play and you can join at any time 6:30-8pm. Prizes will be given out to winners only.
First and Third Wednesday of every month. Free to play, beer related prizes. Show up around 5pm, you need to be in your seats and ready to start by 5:30! Sign up: https://stodgy-brewing.com/euchre
ASL Social open to all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Come sign with us!
Bring a friend, borrow a game, and enjoy Stodgy in the winter! We have a plethora of board games, easy-hard to choose from! Most of our games are for ages 10+.
An American Amber Ale with light hop character and beautiful notes of biscuit and caramel. Rally King Brewing's fan favorite amber beer.
A 90s throwback version of this classic amber ale, featuring nostalgic retro branding for New Belgium's ROM COM PROM event.
A 90s throwback version of this black ale featuring retro branding, available as a limited release at New Belgium's ROM COM PROM event.
A 90s throwback version of this pale ale with nostalgic branding, available exclusively at New Belgium's ROM COM PROM event.
A promotional beer release featured at Breckenridge Brewery Fort Collins, highlighted during their Thursday B.I.N.G.O. Night events.
A bright golden beer featured at Gilded Goat Brewing as part of the Fort Collins Music Experience event celebration.
An Earth Day special saison brewed with grass root ginger and matcha for a unique, refreshing twist on this classic Belgian-style beer.
A golden/amber colored beer released for Colorado Pint Day 2026, featuring vibrant patriotic branding with red, yellow, and blue geometric patterns.
A light, crisp lager with a bumped-up ABV. The same refreshing flavor of Fridge Cig at a slightly higher strength.
A 90s throwback wheat beer featured in New Belgium's rom-com prom event celebrating nostalgic brews from the era.
A bright and refreshing sour with blackberry notes, featuring clean balanced tartness and vibrant berry aromatics. Back in stock and crisp.
A Colorado Brewers Guild initiative featuring a limited-edition pint glass release. While not a beer itself, this is tied to Colorado Pint Day promotion at Breckenridge Brewery Fort Collins.
A pale golden ale brewed for the Fort Collins Music Experience festival. This collaboration beer celebrates local music and craft brewing together.
A golden amber beer celebrating Colorado Pint Day with a vibrant geometric design. Released with a special beer+glass promotion on April 29th.
A Salt & Lime Lager from Breckenridge Brewery. This seasonal summer release is back and available fresh from the tap or for takeaway.
Re-release of an old favorite. Light and hoppy dry-hopped pilsner brewed with Idaho-7 and Strata hops.
A specialty saison brewed with ginger and matcha, featured as part of Maxline Brewing's Earth Day campaign and sustainability initiative.
A Maibock release from Mythmaker Brewing, available as part of Colorado Pint Day on Wednesday, April 29th.