Fort Collins · Larimer County, CO
Nightlife in Fort Collins
Scout analyzed 113 Fort Collins places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.
Places analyzed
113
Matches
9
Typical spend
$50
Typical visit
1.5 hr
Best neighborhoods for nightlife
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Nightlife
Persimmon
Persimmon is a good spot for an evening drink and small plates, potentially as a precursor or follow-up to dinner. Expect to spend $25-75 per person for about 1-2 hours.
University Park
The Colorado Room
This bar & grill is a good stop for casual food and local beers, especially if you want outdoor seating. Plan for about 90 minutes and a cost of $15-35 per person for food and a drink.
Nightlife
Surfside 7
Surfside 7 is a casual bar with live music, suitable for an evening out. Expect to spend $10-30 per person for drinks and a snack, with visits lasting 1-2 hours.
Old Town West
Ace Gillett's Lounge
This underground lounge is ideal for an evening drink or light meal, especially if you enjoy live jazz. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $35-75 per person on cocktails and small plates.
Nightlife
Social
Social is a basement speakeasy perfect for an evening drink or charcuterie board. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-$70 per person on cocktails and small plates.
Nightlife
The Elizabeth Hotel, Autograph Collection
This hotel's rooftop lounge or live music venue is a good spot for an evening drink or a full meal, potentially pairing with a downtown Fort Collins outing. Expect to spend $35-100 per person for drinks and/or food.
Nightlife
Swing Station
Swing Station is a casual bar for an evening drink, a meal, or catching local live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and between $20-$50 per person for food and drinks.
Nightlife
Sound Bar - (Previously The Coast)
Sound Bar is a local bar in Fort Collins, good for an evening drink or to catch live music. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $15-$40 per person on drinks and possibly a snack. It pairs well with a downtown dinner or as a late-night stop.
Nightlife
The Forge Publick House
This bar is suitable for a relaxed evening drink, either solo or with a small group. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for an hour or two.
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What Scout found
- 9 of the 113 analyzed Fort Collins places fit nightlife.
- 11% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 11% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Upscale, Playful, Romantic, Quiet.
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