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 COVID-19.
2021 Event Planning: Please email Bonnie Ward, bjward@fcgov.com for more information. As of June 2020, the DDA is currently not accepting applications for events or gatherings over 10 people. We will be in close contact with any changes in future guidelines.
The DDA evaluated the adopted regulations of the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment and the Larimer County Health Department for Guidance on Outdoor Events, and determined that our legal mandates to ensure undeterred public access to Old Town Square and the adjacent businesses must be given priority over the use of the plaza area for outdoor events until further notice.
We look forward to the future when Old Town Square will once again be available for large organized gatherings and events. Until then, please enjoy the amenities of the plaza, its businesses and restaurants in small, safely distanced groups.
Questions may be submitted to Bonnie Ward, (970) 484-2020, bjward@fcgov.com
Sculpture in the Square 2021
Installation on April 24th!
Artists have been selected for the 2021 Sculpture in the Square program. Please join us on the square April 24 in the morning to watch the installation of these new sculptures and enjoy a fresh brewed coffee or shop around in Old Town Square.
Event & Vendor Permits
for 2021
2021 Event & Vendor Permits: Please email Bonnie Ward, bjward@fcgov.com for more information on event and vendor permit applications and their COVID Safety Guidelines. As of June 2020, the DDA is ONLY accepting applications for activities under 10 persons.
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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 for Old Town Square.
Please see the information above regarding events during COVID-19.
For more information or to book a date on the calendar, apply below.
Check out the great places downtown for entertainment and to dine and shop…
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.