Northern Colorado is set for another lively week of community events, with live music, outdoor festivals, farmers markets and family-friendly activities taking center stage across Greeley, Loveland and neighboring communities. Residents can enjoy free Friday night concerts in downtown Greeley, explore local history at Centennial Village Museum, browse fresh produce at the Greeley Farmers Market, or relax with outdoor yoga and summer performances under the stars. The calendar also features classic car shows, jazz concerts, museum exhibits, community open houses and interactive entertainment, offering opportunities for all ages to experience the region’s vibrant arts, culture and recreational scene throughout the week.
Friday
Downtown Greeley Friday Fest: 6 p.m., Greeley Downtown Development Authority, 802 9th St., Suite 100, Greeley. Downtown Greeley Friday Fest is the go-to summer celebration every Friday night. Enjoy a free outdoor concert series, grab a drink with Go-Cup privileges and hang out with friends under the stars. This week features Sweet Jessup & The Dirty Buckets. visitgreeley.com.
Justin Alan Payne: 8 p.m., 2454 West, 2454 8th Ave., Greeley. Standing room only along the concourse of the venue. Food and drink service is available self-service from the bar area. Bowling is available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis day of show. Special concert bowling pricing is unlimited bowling for the duration of the show for $15.45 + shoe rental. Full restaurant service available. All paid donations go directly toward supporting the artists. Free.
Saturday
Greeley Farmers Market: 8 a.m., North of Lincoln Park on 7th Street, 1012 11th St., Greeley. The parade starts at UNC and goes to Lincoln Park in downtown Greeley. Discover a variety of fresh, locally sourced produce, seafood, baked goods, breakfast items, sweet treats and more. facebook.com.
Yoga with Cats: 9:30 a.m., NoCo Cat Cafe, 121 E. 5th St., Loveland. Join us for a gentle yoga class with cats. Please bring your own mat. Class starts promptly at 9:30 a.m. Includes entrance to the cafe. nococatcafe.com.
Open Weekends at Centennial Village Museum: 9 a.m., Centennial Village Museum, 1475 A St., Greeley. Celebrate Centennial Village Museum’s 50th anniversary with free themed weekends all summer long. Each Saturday and Sunday features hands-on activities, demonstrations and opportunities to explore Greeley’s history in fun and interactive ways. This weekend’s theme is “Faded Fashions – Daily Life.” Free, greeleyco.gov.
Sunday
Defensive Handgun Training: 8 a.m., Pawnee National Grassland, 651 SE Frontage Road, Fort Collins. Learn how to use a handgun safely and effectively for the purposes of self defense and concealed carry. Hosted by Denver Firearms Training. $108.55, eventbrite.com.
Rockin’ Rods and Custom Rides Car Show: 10 a.m., Nature’s of Milliken, 3220 Center Drive, Milliken. Classic cars, trucks, tuners, vendors, food trucks, raffles and cash prizes. Free entry. eventbrite.com.
Monday
Public Transit Open House: 8 a.m., Greeley-Evans Transit Center, 101 11th Ave., Greeley. Learn about the future of transit in Northern Colorado at this community open house. Explore proposed route and schedule improvements, review planned bus stop changes,and get an early look at the new regional transit brand before its official launch. Stop by anytime between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. to meet the project team, ask questions and share your feedback. cityofgreeley.trumba.com
Tuesday
Bingo: 6:45 p.m., Greeley-Evans Moose Lodge, 3456 11th Ave., Evans. The Knights of Columbus hosts bingo every Tuesday evening. The group help support three parishes, the Weld Food Bank, Envision, Schaefer Services and more. Bingo sessions are open to the public. Doors open by 5 p.m. Snack bar opens by 6 p.m. $6-$199.
