April 27, 2026

The LoCo Pulse | Week of April 27th

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The Loco Pulse is back with another packed episode of NoCo news, events, and community highlights! Hosts Curt Bear of LoCo Think Tank (https://locothinktank.com/) and the LoCo Experience Podcast (https://www.thelocoexperience.com/), and Kelsi Harris of This is NoCo (https://www.instagram.com/thisisco.noco/) and Discover NoCo Magazine (https://www.instagram.com/discovernoco/), keep their finger on the pulse of Northern Colorado.

The Weld Your Metal Running Festival is coming up May 30th–31st — don't miss it!
Miles Beyond Running (https://gomilesbeyond.com/) is also hosting a free Lululemon goal-setting session at Luna's Tacos in Windsor to send off ultrarunner Mandy Mullen as she prepares for the Cocodona 250.
Wing Shack (https://wingshackwings.com/) is opening a brand-new Fort Collins location this summer

Handmade Market NoCo (https://handmademarketnoco.com/) is bringing its Mother's Day Market to the rooftop of Ginger and Baker (https://gingerandbaker.com/) on May 2nd — a perfect spot to find local handcrafted gifts or bring Mom along.
It's Colorado Pint Day! The Colorado Brewers Guild (https://coloradobeer.org/) is hosting this beloved annual tradition at independent breweries statewide. Grab a limited-edition pint glass for just $3 and support your local craft brewery. Check the Colorado Brewers Guild website (https://coloradobeer.org/colorado-pint-day/) for a full list of participating locations.

Old Crow Medicine Show is playing Mishawaka Amphitheatre (https://www.themishawaka.com/) on May 15th
It's First Friday Artwalk in Fort Collins, and the Masks Exhibit at the Fort Collins Museum of Art (https://www.fcmoa.org/) is a must-see in its 22nd year. Discover NOCO graphic designer Ashley Grizzle has her first mask in the exhibit this year! Also check out her tea towels at 432 Design (https://www.instagram.com/432design.co/).

Steve Phillips of the GeekCast Radio Network (https://geekcastradio.com/) has been volunteering with the Boys and Girls Club, teaching kids the art of podcasting. Catch his feature on Episode 266 of the LoCo Experience Podcast (https://www.thelocoexperience.com/).
The NoCo Unifies Down and Derby Party is happening on May 2nd at the Grain House in Windsor, benefiting the Weld County Boys and Girls Club, Be the Gift, and the Debut Children's Theater. Expect live burro racing, Kentucky Derby excitement.
The Fort Collins Breakfast Rotary Club is hosting the Field of Honor at Spring Canyon Park over Memorial Day weekend. Visit FC Breakfast Rotary (https://www.fcbreakfastrotary.org/) to learn more.

Only 52 seats left for the Unstoppable Business Conference on May 6th at Embassy Suites! Organized by the Larimer County Small Business Development Center, this is your chance to connect with subject matter experts across marketing, HR, hiring, and more.
LoCo Think Tank (https://locothinktank.com/) just got hooked up with branded name tags from Sport About — a great, affordable branding tip for small businesses heading to events.

Kelsi tried the "Girl Dinner" box at Sexy Sammies (https://www.sexysammies.com/) — the fan-favorite NoCo chicken tender spot with locations in Johnstown, Greeley, and hiding inside the Lory Student Center in Fort Collins.
Curt shares his legendary Cilantro Lime Coleslaw recipe — the no-mayo, fan-requested signature side from his food truck days. Key ingredient: a splash of Crazy Ginger Hot Sauce, available at Matador Mexican Grill (http://matadorgrill.com/).

Bear Fest at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) is happening May 1st — open to the public all day! Student maker market, live concerts, and evening festivities at the 9th Street Plaza. A perfect way for students and the wider NoCo community to come together.