Old Town Square

No trip to Downtown Fort Collins is complete without a visit to Old Town Square!

Originally constructed in 1983/1984, Old Town Square was realized through a public-private partnership between local businessman, developer, and visionary Gene Mitchell and the Fort Collins Downtown Development Authority (DDA). The project consisted of a combination of historic building rehabilitation and new construction infill. Those private improvements generated tax increment that funded the plaza and a 400 space parking structure at Mountain Avenue and Remington Street.

Old Town Square plaza was reimagined in 2015 through a meticulous renovation project by the DDA that earned international recognition. The enhanced space incorporates interactive elements, including state-of-the-art performance stage, kid and dog-friendly splash pad*, communal fireplace, kids' play area, Little Free Library, and locations for rotating public art installations.

Before Old Town Square was constructed as a pedestrian friendly hub, the 100 block of Linden Street functioned as a through street for vehicle traffic that continued all the way to Mountain Avenue. Now, it is owned and operated by the DDA as a beloved public gathering space. The City of Fort Collins Parks Department is hired to conduct general daily cleaning/maintenance as well as installing and caring for the annual flower displays.


*The splash pad pop jets are on daily from 8 am – midnight from May – September, weather dependent. In the evening, enjoy the splash pad light show from 8 pm - midnight.