Festival Info

Bohemian Nights will feature over 70 Colorado bands performing on six stages in Historic Downtown Fort Collins as part of the 22st annual NewWestFest celebration. The three-day Bohemian Nights music program is FREE to the public and runs August 20 -22. Music activities kick off Friday night at 6 pm on the renewed Linden Street stage with Colorado's own national touring band, the Flobots. Seven-time Grammy® Award winners and funk masters Earth, Wind and Fire will headline the Mountain Avenue main stage on Saturday night, August 21. On Sunday Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest festival goers are in for a real treat, as a rare performance by The Legendary Earl Scruggs with Family and Friends, will headline the Mountain Stage.

"We are very excited to once again present the widely popular musical portion of the festival," Merry Hummell, of Bohemian Foundation said. "We are looking forward to showcasing great Colorado talent, and presenting amazing and world renowned national headliner acts. Throw in returning the stage to Linden Street on Friday night you’ve got an explosive musical weekend."

In addition to headliner performances, there are over 70 Northern Colorado bands performing with an additional hand selected group of Colorado bands coming from around the state to perform during the three-day outdoor music extravaganza. Agency signed Colorado artists incorporated in the lineup include: Kailin Yong Peace Project, The Heyday, The Photo Atlas, Nathanial Rateliff, The Northern Way, and Great American Taxi.

"It is impressive to witness the growing depth and breadth of Colorado musical talent. We are so proud to host emerging and established Colorado musicians. The Flobots were here in 2007 and we are ecstatic to have them return as a headliner" Hummell said. "Each year we strive to offer a lineup that provides the entire community with a diverse array of terrific music. Through Bohemian Nights we bring the world of music to Fort Collins and Fort Collins’ music to the world."

The Friday night line-up kicks off at 6 pm on Linden Street, followed by an additional five more stages starting at 11 am on Saturday and Sunday.

Over 120,000 people will attend Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest throughout the weekend. Included at the festival are six Bohemian Nights music stages, a Dance Showcase Stage, and a Creative Garden featuring art, food, and beverages from Fort Collins. This community birthday celebration of the "Fort" will offer over 300 festival booths, two beer gardens, and lots of mouth-watering food. All ages are welcome and the entire event is FREE to the public. Festival hours are Saturday 10 am until 7 pm with music concerts running until 10 pm. Hours on Sunday are 10 am to 7 pm.

People can browse fine art and photography booths, find beautiful handcrafted jewelry, learn about non-profit organizations and visit arts/craft vendors from across the country while enjoying Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest. When it comes time to eat, the festival offers a wide array of food including Thai cuisine, Greek gyros, BBQ, Indian food, turkey legs, funnel cakes!

This year's festival will feature a new addition, Beet Street will present a new element for Bohemian Nights At NewWestFest that captures the unique talents of our arts and culture community in a fun, free and accessible experience. Under beautiful shade sails, amidst cooling plants, you’ll be soothed by the melodies at the Bohemian Nights Acoustic Stage while enjoying gourmet food, craft beers, wine and spirits. Local actors, dancers, musicians and artists will perform short, free family friendly performances in a comfortable, garden setting. You’ll enjoy an oasis for creative expression within the hustle of the festival.

For families and kids, a large portion of Library Park and the Fort Collins Museum is dedicated to Kids activities.

There is something for everyone at Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest 2010!