Before the Fort Collins Artist Studio Tour and Sale sends people out to local studios later this month, the City of Fort Collins hangs a preview of the participating artists’ work at the Center for Creativity on Matthews Street. The opening reception is Friday, Oct. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m., and it is free.
The city names Belle-Pilar Fleming, a Greeley curator, printmaker and textile artist who directs the galleries at the University of Northern Colorado, as this year’s guest awards juror. Odell Brewing Co. and Fiona’s Deli, Bakery and Catering are thanked as reception supporters. The preview exhibit stays up through Oct. 25, open noon to 6 p.m. daily and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24. The tour itself, a free self-guided visit to artists’ studios with pottery, jewelry, photography, painting, sculpture and fiber arts, runs Saturday, Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 25 from noon to 5 p.m.
Know before you go
- When: Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, 6 to 8 p.m.
- Where: Center for Creativity, 200 Matthews St., Fort Collins, CO 80524
- Cost: Free
- Registration: None listed
- Details: City of Fort Collins event page
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