Magic Rat Live Music - Max Mackey
Thu, Mar 12, 2026|7 - 9pm
Max has been playing with the Max Mackey Band, bringing his version of Genuine. Americana. Rock. to venues all over Colorado.
A little gritty, always electric. Magic Rat is Fort Collins’ premier live music venue, showcasing local talent and big-name acts in the heart of Firehouse Alley.
Hours: wEDNESDAY – sATURDAY, 5 pm–11 PM
Live Music at Magic Rat
Catch a Show
Check out our lineup of rock, folk, pop, and everything in between. No cover, no pretense, just the best live acts in town.
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Magic Rat Live Music - Crescent City Connection
Fri, Mar 13, 2026|8 - 10pmCrescent City Connection brings the funk straight from New Orleans and the Louisiana swamps to the mountains of Northern Colorado. Specializing in Second Line, brassy horn funk and booty-shaking backbeats, Crescent City Connection gets the dance floor moving and serves up a Mardi Gras-style party everywhere they go. Crescent City Connection is Colorado’s Mardi Gras and New Orleans Party Band.
Live Music - Greg Hoy & The Boys
Sat, Mar 14, 2026|8 - 10pmWith over 150 shows across the USA since the pandemic, Colorado via San Francisco via NYC via Pittsburgh plug-in-and-play heroes Greg Hoy & the Boys are touring in support of their vinyl LP ‘HIT MUSIC’ on 30 Peak Records.
Magic Rat Live Music - Off The Hook Magic Sunset Series | Jaerv & The Ok Factor
Sun, Mar 15, 2026|3 - 6pmMinneapolis-based string duo The OK Factor and award-winning Swedish quintet Jaerv are thrilled to present Traditions — a program celebrating the beauty of cultural exchange through music.
The Venue
Hit the Scene
Magic Rat is open to the public Wednesday through Saturday for live music. Enter through The Elizabeth Hotel’s first floor near the front desk or use the side entrance.
Private Events
Set the Stage
Throw a party that hits the right notes. With an indoor-outdoor setup, a built-in stage, and a marquee with your name on it, this is the perfect setting for a celebration to remember.
Our Location
Find Us in Old Town
Magic Rat is located adjacent to The Elizabeth in Old Firehouse Alley.
Call: (970) 493-4120
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Band Inquiry
Bring Your Music To the Magic Rat
Ready to bring your band’s magic to The Elizabeth Magic Rat? We’re always on the lookout for new artists. Fill out our Band Inquiry Request Form and let us know about your sound.
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