Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest FAQs
Bohemian Nights
What’s NEW at Bohemian Nights this year?
On Friday, August 20 the headlining performance by Denver's Flobots will return to Linden Street.
Saturday, August 21, Earth, Wind & Fire will perform on the Mountain stage with 2 simulcasts; one in Library Park and one on Linden Street. The broadcast at the Library Park Stage is the perfect option for families with young children and those that want to enjoy this incredible performance sitting on their blankets under the stars. The Linden Street option offers the younger, hipper crowd a chance to be at the show with one of the best views in the house. Concert goers will be able to watch the performance in real time without having to be part of the larger crowd on the Mountain Avenue Stage.
If you would like to be a part of the action and brush shoulders with some of Colorado’s finest musicians at Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest, we have many opportunities for you to partake. Please email the volunteer coordinator at joeg@bohemiannights.org or call for more information at 970.472.7646.
Will any city streets be closed, and where will I park?
A few of the streets downtown will be closed for the festival to take place, but there are plenty of parking options.
PAY parking is available at two covered city garages/structures:
The Civic Center Parking Garage is located on the corner of Mason and Laporte, with entrances and exits on both streets.
The Old Town Parking Structure is located at the corner of Remington and Mountain, with the entrance/exit on the Remington Street side.
FREE parking is available on downtown streets (2 hour maximum – posted hours) and at the small lot on the West side of Remington, between Oak and Olive.
STREET CLOSURE SCHEDULE:
Linden Street and Mountain Avenue will be closed beginning at 4 am on Friday, August 20 and will remain closed until midnight on Sunday, Aug. 22.
A section of Mathews Street, between Oak and Olive Streets, will also be closed during the same time period.
Oak & Olive Streets between Remington and Peterson will be closed beginning Aug. 20
For more street closure information please call the DBA office at (970) 484-6500.
What if I need medical assistance during the festival?
A professionally staffed First Aid Station will be set up during Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest at the Southwest corner of Mountain Avenue and Mathews Street. If you need immediate assistance, please find the closest security person and ask them for help.
We STRONGLY DISCOURAGE people from bringing pets to the festival. Large, tight crowds, are often common at the festival. Pets can easily get trampled and/or dehydrated and some people are highly uncomfortable with other people’s beloved animals around them. You may be asked to leave the festival if you bring your pet. For everyone’s sake, (human and animal) please DO NOT bring your pet(s) to the festival.
No Outside Alcohol is allowed within festival grounds. Any outside alcohol will be confiscated and not returned to the owner. Beer will be available at two beer gardens in various areas of downtown to people 21 or over, with an ID.
What if the weather turns bad?
If it rains or we have severe weather any of the music acts that are cancelled will not be rescheduled. Announcements will be made from the stages regarding any delays related to weather. In the event of lightning or hail, please seek appropriate shelter.
What if I need additional information or lose something?
Two official information booths will be available to assist with festival information and lost-and-found items. They are located at the intersections of Oak and Mathews Street and at Mountain Avenue and Mathews Street.
Information Booth Lost and Found
The lost and founds located at the two main information booths are for items lost by festival attendees. Lost children should also be taken to one of the main information booths. Any equipment (radios, etc.) or any other lost and found items that belong to BoNi staff should be taken to the BoNi Production Office (located in the Armory Building). After the festival, all lost and found items from the information booths will be taken to the DBA’s office. The DBA will hold the items for a period of time. Any calls to BoNi staff inquiring about lost and found items should be directed to the DBA (see DBA’s contact information below).
DBA Contact Information:
Downtown Business Association
19 Old Town Square, Suite #230
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Phone: 970.484.6500
What if I want to perform at a future Bohemian Nights event?
All bands must complete an application to be considered for the music lineup. Please check back in January for the Submission instructions.
What if I would like to be a vendor at Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest?
Please visit http://downtownfortcollins.com/festivals.php/nwfest for vendor information or call (970) 484-6500.
What if I would like to provide a workshop at Kids’ Music Adventure?
Please email music@bohemianfoundation.org with information regarding your workshop or call [phone number].
Do I need tickets and how do I get tickets?
You do not need tickets to enjoy any of the performances, including the headliners at Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest. It's a FREE concert!
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