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Big Splash! at the Water Works 2023

  • 1883 Water Works 2005 North Overland Trail Fort Collins, CO, 80521 United States (map)

This free event is a Fort Collins favorite that offers fun for all ages. Guests take a journey into the past and discover how the Water Works facility began delivering our most precious resource to an eager town in 1883. Poudre Landmarks Foundation produces the event and oversees the ongoing restoration of this regional water interpretive center.

BIG SPLASH AT THE WATER WORKS FEATURES:

  • Docent led tours of the historic buildings

  • Bucket brigade, a fire engine, and history booth from Poudre Fire Authority

  • Water trivia games and activities from the City of Fort Collins

  • Blacksmithing demonstration

  • Big trucks and equipment from the City of Fort Collins

  • And so much more!

The Big Splash event is free to the public. Donations are welcome and go toward the nonprofit Poudre Landmarks Foundation’s mission to preserve, restore, protect, and interpret the architectural and cultural heritage of the Fort Collins area. 

Earlier Event: May 13
The Water Works Open House
Later Event: June 22
Scotch Tasting at The Avery House