Restaurants Open on the Holidays in Downtown Fort Collins

The holidays are a time for gathering, celebrating, and enjoying good food. Whether you're planning a family meal, meeting friends, or looking for somewhere special to celebrate, several Downtown Fort Collins restaurants welcome diners on select holidays throughout the season.

Use this list to find restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.

Holiday hours may vary, and reservations are recommended where available. Check with individual restaurants to confirm hours, availability, and reservation requirements before heading downtown.

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving:

• The Emporium: An American Brasserie
• FoCo Cafe
• Maida Trattoria
• Mugs Old Town
• Rodizio Grill

Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve:

• Bistro Nautile
• Blue Agave
• The Corner Slice
• The Emporium: An American Brasserie
• Ginger and Baker
• Maida Trattoria
• The Melting Pot
• Mugs Old Town
• Rodizio Grill
• Social
• Silver Grill Cafe
• Union Bar & Soda Fountain

Restaurants Open on Christmas Day:

• The Emporium: An American Brasserie
• Mugs Old Town

Restaurants Open on New Year's Eve:

• Bistro Nautile
• Blue Agave
• The Corner Slice
• Elliot's Martini Bar
• The Emporium: An American Brasserie
• Ginger and Baker
• Maida Trattoria
• The Melting Pot
• Mugs Old Town
• Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
• Rodizio Grill
• Social
• Silver Grill Cafe
• Union Bar & Soda Fountain

Restaurants Open on New Year's Day:

• Blue Agave
• The Corner Slice
• The Emporium: An American Brasserie
• Maida Trattoria
• The Melting Pot
• Mugs Old Town
• Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
• Rodizio Grill
• Social
• Union Bar & Soda Fountain

More Ways to Enjoy Holiday Dining in Downtown Fort Collins

Explore more dining options. Celebrating on a different day or looking for another spot to try? Browse our Downtown Fort Collins food and drink directory to discover more local restaurants, cafes, bars, and other places to eat and drink.

Give the gift of local dining. A Downtown Fort Collins Gift Card makes a thoughtful holiday gift and can be redeemed at participating downtown businesses. It's an easy way to give someone more reasons to explore and support local.

Plan your trip downtown. The holiday season is a popular time to visit, so plan ahead and give yourself time to find parking. Check our Downtown Fort Collins parking guide for parking options and information before you arrive.

However you celebrate the holidays, Downtown Fort Collins offers plenty of opportunities to gather, enjoy a great meal, and support the local businesses that make our community special.