What Are the Best Things to Do in Northern Colorado in August?
August’s biggest draws are the Front Range Wine Festival in Windsor, the final Monster Day Greeley after ten years, Suitcase Party’s Hawaii-luau charity gala, and Greeley Family House Summerfest with comedian Devin Siebold. Add in the last few weeks of farmers markets and free concert series before school starts, plus UNC Bears football kicking off the season, and August is your last full month to soak up summer in Northern Colorado.
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Northern Colorado this August, you’re in the right place. From wine festivals and charity galas to comedy shows, farmers markets, live music, and one last round of family fun before school starts back up, August is our last full month of summer across Greeley, Windsor, Fort Collins, Loveland, and the surrounding communities.
Every month we round up the events we’d actually recommend to our friends and family — not just a list of everything happening. Whether you’re planning a date night, entertaining the kids, or looking for a reason to explore somewhere new, here’s what’s worth adding to your calendar. Missed last month’s Northern Colorado events roundup? Catch up before you dive into August.
Can’t-Miss Northern Colorado Events This August
First Friday Art Walk August 7 | Downtown Greeley Free, monthly, and criminally underrated — galleries, live music, and pop-up art fill downtown for one easy evening out.
Taste of Downtown: Taste of Summer August 8 | Downtown Greeley A summer fundraiser for the Colorado Dance Collective. Thirty dollars gets you food, beer, and spirits from downtown spots all afternoon.
Suitcase Party: BLUAU August 14 | Discovery Air, NOCO Regional Airport, Loveland NOCO Unify’s Hawaii-luau charity gala features the Landsharks Band, a live and silent auction, and a shot at winning an actual trip to Hawaii.
Front Range Wine Festival August 15 | Main Park, Windsor More than 35 Colorado wineries, food trucks, live music, and unlimited tastings. This one sells out most years — reserve early if you want the VIP tent.
Monster Day Greeley August 22 | 8th & 9th Street Plazas, Downtown Greeley After ten years, this is the last one. If you’ve never made it out, this is the year to go.
Greeley Family House Summerfest: Comedy for a Cause August 29 | DoubleTree by Hilton Greeley at Lincoln Park The 21st annual edition is headlined by comedian Devin Siebold, with proceeds benefiting Greeley Family House.
Live Music, Comedy & Entertainment
Northern Colorado’s live entertainment calendar doesn’t slow down in August. Highlights include:
- Dueling Pianos in Downtown Windsor
- Ward Davis at the Moxi Theater
- Hoedown Hill Tuesday Concert Series
- Friday Fest in Downtown Greeley
- Family FunPlex Summer Concert Series
- UNC Women’s Volleyball season kickoff
No matter your taste, there’s something happening almost every night of the week.
Date Night Ideas This Month
Looking for something beyond dinner? Some of our favorite date-night picks include:
- Front Range Wine Festival in Windsor
- Laws Whiskey Tasting at William Oliver’s
- The Lodge Windsor’s monthly themed wine dinner
- Suitcase Party’s Hawaii-luau gala
- Dueling Pianos in Downtown Windsor
Farmers Markets & Weekly Summer Favorites
If you’re looking for something happening every week, don’t miss these local staples.
Greeley Farmers Market — Every Saturday through October in Downtown Greeley.
Windsor Farmers Market — Every Saturday at Boardwalk Park, wrapping up September 5.
Friday Fest — Live music every Friday evening in Downtown Greeley through early September.
Hoedown Hill Tuesday Concert Series — Free touring-caliber acts, August 11 and August 18.
Centennial Village Themed History Weekends — Rotating hands-on history themes every Friday and Saturday through August.
Verse-A-Style — A community art exhibit at the Windsor Art & Heritage Center running through August 30.
With this much going on almost every week, it’s easy to see why Windsor is one of the fastest-growing towns in Northern Colorado.
A Quick Word on UNC Volleyball and Football
If you follow UNC athletics, mark two dates. The Bears’ volleyball team plays a preseason exhibition against Wyoming on August 21, but the real season opener is August 29 against UC Davis — a good excuse to make it a football-and-volleyball weekend, since the UNC Bears football team also opens its home season that same day against Weber State at Nottingham Field.
Looking Ahead to September
A few events worth putting on your calendar now:
- Windsor Harvest Festival & Balloon Launch (September 5–7)
- Hoedown Hill Music Festival (September 18–19)
- UNC Bears Football regular season in full swing
Our Favorite Picks
If we only had one weekend to enjoy Northern Colorado this month, we’d start Saturday morning at the Greeley Farmers Market, spend the evening at the Front Range Wine Festival in Windsor, and cap the night off with a drink on The Lodge’s patio.
The following weekend is stacked. August 22nd gives you Monster Day Greeley during the day — your last-ever chance — and Dueling Pianos in Downtown Windsor that same night. Pick a lane, or do both if you’ve got the energy.
And if you need one more excuse to get out of the house before pumpkin spice season takes over, grab a Cocochatta Latte at Coco’s Cafe in Greeley or Windsor. It won’t be on the menu much longer.
August really is one of the best months to be out and about in Northern Colorado — and it’s a big part of why we love calling this place home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best things to do in Northern Colorado in August?
Some of our favorites include the Front Range Wine Festival, Monster Day Greeley’s final year, Suitcase Party’s Hawaii-luau gala, Greeley Family House Summerfest, and the last weeks of local farmers markets before fall.
Where can I see live music in Northern Colorado this August?
Try Friday Fest in Downtown Greeley, the Hoedown Hill Tuesday Concert Series in Windsor, Ward Davis at the Moxi Theater, or Dueling Pianos in Downtown Windsor.
What family events are happening in Greeley this month?
Monster Day Greeley, First Friday Art Walk, the Greeley Farmers Market, and Cornhole for a Cause in Windsor are all good options this August.
Are there free events in Northern Colorado this August?
Yes. First Friday Art Walk, Friday Fest, the Hoedown Hill Tuesday Concert Series, and both farmers markets are free to attend.
What’s a good date night idea this month?
The Front Range Wine Festival, a whiskey tasting at William Oliver’s, or The Lodge Windsor’s monthly themed wine dinner are all solid picks for August.
About Brian & Sam Franzen
We’re Brian & Sam Franzen — Northern Colorado natives, Brian’s a local Realtor, Sam’s our self proclaimed “local hype girl” and we’re people who genuinely love exploring this community. Every month we share our favorite local events, businesses, and market updates to help you make the most of living here. Want it delivered directly to your inbox, get access here. Thinking about buying or selling a home in Greeley, Windsor, Fort Collins, or anywhere in Northern Colorado? We’d love to help — schedule a free consultation.
