Fort Collins Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority is a steward of the neighborhood at the heart of Fort Collins – the Downtown.
Since our inception in 1981 by a vote of district property owners and residents, the DDA had been guided by our Plan of Development and our
Mission: to build public-private investment partnerships that foster economic, cultural and social growth in the central business district.
COVID-19 and Old Town Square Events
The health and wellness of our team and community at large is a priority of the Fort Collins Downtown Development Authority. To support this effort, the DDA is adhering to the directives issued by State and County public health officials, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention relative to the COVID-19 (coronavirus). On March 25, 2020, Public Health Director Tom Gonzales issued a Stay at Home order requiring all individuals in Larimer County to stay at home except for food and essential services to further reduce the spread of illness in our community. The order is effective March 26th at 5PM through April 17th. Read the full executive order HERE. Due to this recent recommendation, the DDA will not be accepting new applications for event permits in Old Town Square before April 30, 2020. This is subject to change pursuant to the advisement of public health officials. Further questions regarding event/vendor permits for Old Town Square, please contact Bonnie Ward, (970) 484-2020, bjward@fcgov.com
Click on the links below for more information about COVID-19:
Colorado Dept. of Health Info: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdphe/2019-novel-coronavirus
Larimer County Dept. of Health Info: https://www.larimer.org/health/communicable-disease/coronavirus-covid-19
CDC Info: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
COMING SOON:
2020 Sculpture in the Square
CONGRATULATIONS!
Jodie Bliss, the sculptor of “Transformation” (pictured above) on being chosen as the 2019 People’s Choice $1,000 Winner
Featured Artist Interview
Pavia Justinian, “Mahina”, $16,500
Where did you learn your craft?
I apprenticed with local art legend Dave Davis, who began Grand Junction’s Art on the Corner exhibit, after which many exhibits like this one have been modeled. Dave taught me how to weld and how to combine a variety of seemingly disparate materials into one seamless sculpture.
Pianos About Town, an interactive public art program, is seeking piano donations to be painted or artistically decorated for the program. Full-size pianos that are at least 48″ tall and in good working order are needed. Individuals who have pianos to donate can email a photo of the piano to Liz Good, Visual Arts Coordinator for the City of Fort Collins at lgood@fcgov.com.
OLD TOWN SQUARE EVENTS CALENDAR
Check out new music, events, and happenings, right here in the Downtown Fort Collins Old Town Square!
LOOKING TO BOOK AN EVENT?
The Downtown Development Authority books local music, attractions, art installations and other creative events throughout the downtown area. For more information or to book a date on the calendar, apply below.
To see more events in Downtown Fort Collins, visit the Downtown Business Association
Disclaimer: Events are produced by an outside organization and are unaffiliated with the Downtown Development Authority. The DDA website serves as an outlet for events and promotions that are permitted in Old Town Square. For questions regarding an event, please contact the event Organizer.