Old Town Spree
What Would You Do With An Old Town Shopping Spree?
Each November and December, locally owned and operated businesses in Downtown Fort Collins invite shoppers and diners to enter to win thousands of dollars in Downtown Fort Collins Gift Card* prizes!
Participating is as simple as shopping or dining at any official Old Town Spree businesses to receive a card with your unique code to enter to win. Participants have a chance to win one of four $100 Downtown Gift Cards drawn weekly, including a shot at winning one of five $250 Downtown Gift Card Grand Prizes .
When: November 1 through December 31
Hours: Regular Business Hours of Participating Businesses
Location: Participating Businesses in Downtown Fort Collins
Price: No sign-up or advance registration is needed! Simply shop or dine at participating businesses to receive your entry codes.
Stay tuned to see the list of 2026 participating businesses!
How Old Town Spree Works
Shop or Dine
Shop or dine at participating businesses in downtown to receive entry cards with your unique codes.
Enter to Win
Once you receive entry cards, follow the link to enter the unique code and your contact information – that’s it – you are entered for a chance to win!
Repeat
Continue to shop and dine local, and enter your codes, for your chance to win weekly prizes as well as the Grand Prize.
Old Town Spree Participants
Akinz
15 Old Town Square, Suite 132
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Welcome To Akinz, The Handcrafted Lifestyle Brand For The Adventurer At Heart. We take pride in adding handcrafted elements to everything we make. Our shirts are designed and hand printed right in our flagship store... Read More about Akinz
Alpine Arts - The Colorado Showcase
112 N College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Unique Gifts From Colorado and the Rocky Mountain West. Alpine Arts is proud to be a local and family owned business. We have been located in the same historic Avery Building since 1981! We are truly a family business... Read More about Alpine Arts - The Colorado Showcase
Bandwagon Retro Sports Apparel
19 Old Town Square, Suite 137
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
For Old School Sports Apparel and Fan Gear. Old School is always in session here! We carry the highest quality, most comfortable retro sports apparel for NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, NCAA and more. Read More about Bandwagon Retro Sports Apparel
Blue Agave Grill
201 S College Avenue, Suite 100
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Contemporary Southwestern Concept With Specialty Margaritas and House Infused Tequilas. Blue Agave Grill is a full service restaurant serving a contemporary Southwestern cuisine with a full service bar. We are a scratch-made... Read More about Blue Agave Grill
Bookstore On The Square
113 Linden Street
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Bookstore On The Square is an LGBTQ and woman-owned independent bookstore that features underrepresented authors and stories with a curated collection of new and used books. Read More about Bookstore On The Square
Cedar & Sage Mercantile
402 West Mountain Avenue
Shop curated eco-friendly products online and pick up at our Fort Collins mercantile, where sustainable living meets small-town service. Read More about Cedar & Sage Mercantile
Cherry On Top Bookshop
119 East Mountain Avenue
Bookshop for romance enthusiasts, celebrating stories about love of all kinds. A warm, welcoming space with a thoughtfully curated collection of stories and bookish gifts available for purchase. Read More about Cherry On Top Bookshop
CIRA LTD.
21 Old Town Square, Suite 139
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Spacious Women's Boutique Featuring Casual Designer Apparel, Including Footwear & Accessories. Cira was founded back in 1998 in Denver Colorado. The goal was to form a company that would be an outlet for our varied interests... Read More about CIRA LTD.
Clothes Pony & Dandelion Toys
111 N College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Clothes Pony & Dandelion Toys Is A Large, Eambling, Eclectic Toy Store In Downtown Fort Collins. We are Jenny and Becca, sisters and owners of Clothes Pony & Dandelion Toys. We love kids. The most fun thing about owning... Read More about Clothes Pony & Dandelion Toys
Crystal Joys
123 N College Avenue, Suite 150
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Crystal Joys was started in the 1980s by Joy Renee Dudley, a Reiki Master and Spiritual Healer. It was originally a “traveling” store that would pop-up at Renaissance Festivals and Psychic Fairs across the country and earned... Read More about Crystal Joys
The Cupboard
152 S College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Your Kitchen Store And More Fort Collins Kitchen store featuring quality cookware, superb cutlery, unique dinnerware, attractive table linens, decorative accessories, kitchen electrics, hundreds of cookbooks, an array... Read More about The Cupboard
Curiosities
242 Walnut Street
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Curiosities opened its doors in 1996 at its present location in historic Old Town, Fort Collins, Colorado. Owned and operated by Howard Wasserman, his wife, Amy, and their loving labradoodle, Blue, this eclectic and funky... Read More about Curiosities
Dandelions & Rust
119 W Oak Street
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
A Colorado Mercantile Dandelions & Rust is a thoughtfully curated space featuring over 30 local vendors packing the store with a variety of lovely little things. Unique, vintage, or rare, you’re sure to find that perfect... Read More about Dandelions & Rust
Edison's Ice Cream
172 N College Avenue, Unit A1
Edison's Ice Cream is a vintage-inspired ice cream parlor located in the heart of Old Town Fort Collins, bringing a taste of nostalgia with handcrafted, premium flavors. We offer both classic and inventive options, including... Read More about Edison's Ice Cream
EsScentuals
142 S College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Where Old World Apothecary Charm Meets Modern Luxury ... For 30 Years and Counting! Cross the threshold into an artfully-curated oasis of sensory indulgences for body, for bath & for home, all with a decidedly French flair.... Read More about EsScentuals
Fort Collins Museum Of Discovery
408 Mason Court
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
WE’RE A HANDS-ON HISTORY AND SCIENCE MUSEUM, FILLED WITH INTERACTIVE EXHIBITS AND FASCINATING COLLECTIONS THAT TELL THE STORIES OF NORTHERN COLORADO. Fort Collins Museum of Discovery is where history meets hands-on science.... Read More about Fort Collins Museum Of Discovery
Happy Lucky's Teahouse
236 Walnut Street
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
At Happy Lucky’s Teahouse we share how culture, lifestyle, health, and happiness boil down to just three elements: Water, Tea, and Time. We were the first teashop in Fort Collins when we opened in 2009 in the 100-year-old... Read More about Happy Lucky's Teahouse
Kansas City Kitty
136 N College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Clothing & Stuff You Can't Live Without. Kansas City Kitty is a fun and unique clothing shop, independently owned and located in Old Town Fort Collins since 2002. Read More about Kansas City Kitty
Kilwins Chocolates, Ice Cream, Fudge, & Confections
114 S College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Kilwins is a place where people celebrate, vacation and share the experience of life, family and gifting in a very special nostalgic Americana setting. We are proud of our "family" heritage of providing our customers with... Read More about Kilwins Chocolates, Ice Cream, Fudge, & Confections
La Piadina - Italian Flatbread Sandwiches
234 N College Avenue, Suite B3
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
La Piadina brings authentic Italian street food to the heart of Downtown Fort Collins with fresh dough made in-house daily, imported ingredients, and a menu built around the piadina — a traditional Italian flatbread sandwich... Read More about La Piadina - Italian Flatbread Sandwiches
Mary's Mountain Cookies
123 N College Avenue, Suite 106
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Come visit us at our downtown Fort Collins, Colorado store and see what all the hype is about! We have over 30 cookies to choose from as well as avalanche cookies, edible dough, made to order ice cream sandwiches, and brownies. The... Read More about Mary's Mountain Cookies
Old Firehouse Books
232 Walnut Street
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Named after the historic building we call home, Old Firehouse Books is a local, independent bookstore in Fort Collins, Colorado. We sell both new books and used books, which helps us have the best selection of titles in town.... Read More about Old Firehouse Books
Old Town Spice Shop
130 S College Avenue, Suite A
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Located in the heart of historic Fort Collins, Old Town Spice Shop is a premier destination for high-quality, globally sourced spices and seasonings that are carefully packaged to order. This locally owned boutique offers... Read More about Old Town Spice Shop
Otter Shop
151 W Mountain Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
At Otter Products, we grow to give. From our founder’s garage in 1998 to the global technology leader we are today, Otter Products continues to drive growth through innovation. Through our industry-leading brands — OtterBox,... Read More about Otter Shop
The Perennial Gardener
154 N College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Garden And Nature Inspired Gifts! After 31 years, The Perennial Gardener has proven itself to be a heartfelt home & garden paradise! Our store captures a bit of nature’s magic and like nature, changes beautifully with... Read More about The Perennial Gardener
Ragstock
228 S College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
New And Recycled clothing & Accerssories. Ragstock is a fashion retailer that specializes in new and recycled clothing and accessories for men and women. Read More about Ragstock
Rocket Fizz
123 N College Avenue, Suite 180
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Discover The Rocket Fizz Universe! Rocket Fizz is a one stop shop for all of your soda pop and candy cravings. There are thousands of bottled pops and candies from all over America that will launch you back in time to... Read More about Rocket Fizz
Rocky Mountain Olive Oil
123 N College Avenue, Suite 170
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Unique Premium Olive Oils And Balsamic Vinegars. Inspired by quality raw materials and a dedication to making cooking and baking experiences premium, Rocky Mountain Olive Oil is produced from the freshest sources. All... Read More about Rocky Mountain Olive Oil
SALUS Handcrafted Bath & Body
240 Walnut Street
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Natural Body Care SALUS® is a natural bath and body care company specializing in premium bath bombs, shower bombs, lotions, creams, soaps, bubble bath, facial care, body care essential oils and more. Step inside our stores... Read More about SALUS Handcrafted Bath & Body
Santa Fe Craftsman
118 N College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Santa Fe Craftsman offers a curated selection of unique, handmade, southwestern gifts and products. Our impressive collection of Native American crafted jewelry, art, and pottery will impress you. We carry quality western... Read More about Santa Fe Craftsman
Sense of Place
160 N College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Home Decor With Warmth, Style And Inspiration! Come enjoy a shopping experience like no other at Sense of Place! For 19 years and counting, we have been lucky enough to stand out as an Old Town treasure. Cross our threshold... Read More about Sense of Place
Trailhead Spice Company
123 N College Avenue, Suite 100A
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
MORE THAN 400 HAND-CRAFTED SPICES, HERBS AND SEASONINGS IN CUSTOMER-FRIENDLY QUANTITIES. Spices are our livelihood. We love to inform, inspire, learn, and share what we’ve learned and talk about all things cooking – but... Read More about Trailhead Spice Company
Trimble Court Artisans
118 Trimble Court
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
We're Right Up Your Alley Since 1971. Trimble Court Artisans is a coop where over 50 Colorado artists sell art and fine craft of the highest quality. Visit our historic setting that is relaxing as well as delightful, while... Read More about Trimble Court Artisans
Wagz Elevated Market & Groom
132 N College Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
A Place That'll Make Your Tail Wag! Wagz is Fort Collins’ Premier Dog and Cat Boutique. In our market we specialize in bringing our customers high quality foods, treats, toys and accessories. We seek out unique local products... Read More about Wagz Elevated Market & Groom
Walrus Ice Cream
125 W Mountain Avenue
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Locally Owned, Homemade, Premium Ice Cream Since 1987 We are a locally owned, family run, homemade premium ice cream shoppe based in Downtown Fort Collins. We have an all natural ice cream base using no additives or preservatives... Read More about Walrus Ice Cream
The Welsh Rabbit Cheese Shop
200 Walnut Street, Suite B
Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
As you step through the door into our shop, several things greet you simultaneously: our welcoming staff, an inviting space, and the smell and sight of cheese. A lot of cheese — soft triple cremes, hard aged goudas, classic... Read More about The Welsh Rabbit Cheese Shop
Old Town Spree FAQs
What is Old Town Spree?
Old Town Spree is a two-month-long shopping and dining rewards promotion that encourages people to “think of Downtown Fort Collins first” for the holidays and intentionally support local businesses. Patrons can enter to win weekly Downtown Fort Collins gift card* prizes and a shot at one of five grand prize drawings!
*Downtown Fort Collins Gift Cards are issued by Pathward®, N.A., Member FDIC.
When is the promotion?
The promotion takes place from November 1 – December 31, 2026. Grand prizes will be drawn on January 5, 2027.
Where is the promotion held?
With so many participating businesses in Downtown Fort Collins, there’s no shortage of places to shop and dine to collect Old Town Spree entry cards. Participants include retail shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, and personal services.
How much does it cost?
Old Town Spree is free to participate, and no advance registration is necessary. All entries are subject to the Official Rules.
When are the prizes announced?
Old Town Spree weekly prizes will be announced every Monday starting November 2 and continue weekly through January 5. Winners will be contacted directly via email from info@downtownfortcollins.com.
Where are prizes announced?
Winners of the weekly prizes and the grand prizes will be announced on OldTownSpree.com and Downtown Fort Collins social media accounts. Winners will also be contacted directly via email.
Is there other information I need to know?
No purchase is necessary to enter. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Open to legal U.S. residents over the age of 18. All entries are subject to the Official Rules. See Official Rules for additional eligibility requirements and free entry request information. Void where prohibited by law.