• The Magic Rat dining room at The Elizabeth Fort Collins with chairs and couches

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.

  • Live Music - MacroOrganomics

    Thu, Feb 12, 2026|7 - 9pm
    MacroOrganomics is a Denver based instrumental organ trio comprised of Jack McManaman (guitar), Spencer Zweifel (keyboards), and Bobby Wiens (drums). They play a mix of originals and covers that span a wide range of musical styles such as funk, hip-hop, jam band and jazz fusion.
    Their heavily improvised and always groove-forward music is dynamic and exciting to listen to.
  • A small brown dog wearing a human-sized The Elizabeth Hotel landyard

    Magic Rat Yappy Hour

    Fri, Feb 13, 2026|5 - 7pm

    Paws, pints, and plenty of tail wags — join us for Yappy Hour! Sip on your favorite drink while your four-legged friend enjoys the social scene just as much as you do.

  • Magic Rat Live Music - Ruby Stew

    Fri, Feb 13, 2026|8 - 10pm

    Focused on Blues music done right, Ruby Stew is a powerhouse Colorado ensemble anchored by powerful vocal harmonies, driving rhythm and searing blues guitar. 

  • Magic Rat Live Music - d'Lovelies

    Sat, Feb 14, 2026|8 - 10pm

    With tasty grooves, sweet harmonies, and hot guitar licks, d’Lovelies bring original, danceable Americana to venues around the Front Range.

Entrance to Magic Rat through The Elizabeth Hotel

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.

People on the dance floor at Magic Rat

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.

Panko Pickles$13
dill pickle spears, panko breading, scallions, served with siracha aioli
Fox Tots$13
tater tots loaded with red fox aged leicester, caramelized onions, house sauce
Mushroom Flatbread$16
gruyere mornay, roasted local oyster & crimini mushrooms, arugula, pickled red onion, truffle oil
Bison Balls $15
bison short rib stuffed arancini, guajillo, cotija, micro cilantro
Rick Reuben Roll $15
house-made corned beef eggrolls, sauerkraut, swiss, house sauce
Beignets$8
powdered sugar, chocolate ganache
Pink Cadillac$14
corozón blanco tequila,montelobos mezcal, passoa passionfruit liqueur, guava puree, strongwater bonfire bitters, lime
Jersey Mule$14
tito's vodka, angostura amaro, liber classic gum syrup, lime topped with ginger beer
Roll of the Dice$15
Rainmaker$14
sage-infused gin, blackberry, lemon, egg white
Highway Patrolman$15
bacon-washed benchmark whiskey, pure maple syrup, angostura bitters
Autumn Leaves$14
wheatley vodka, borghetti, pumpkin mix, turbo, cream
Rat Tail$10
pint of old aggie served with a pickle shot
HALF BOTTLES (that’s 2 glasses!)$19
selection of: bubbles, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, pinot noir, or cabernet
Stem Cider, Real Dry$9
Colorado Cider Company, Cherry Glider Cider$9
Odell Brewing Co., Sippin Pretty$8
Odell Brewing Co., IPA$8
Horse & Dragon, Sad Panda Coffee Stout$8
Storm Peak Brewing, Chowder American IPA$8
New Belgium Brewing Co., Fat Tire$7
New Planet Brewing, Pale Ale, GF$8
Montucky Cold Snacks$6
Guinness$8
Coors Banquet$6
Blue Moon$6
Michelob Ultra$6
White Claw - Rotating Flavor$6
High Noon - Rotating Flavors$6
Red Bull - Regular, Sugar Free, Rotating Flavor$5
Yerba Matte - Revel Berry or Lemon$5
Heineken 0.0 NA$7
Athletic Brewing, Run Wild IPA NA$8
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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 playing at Magic Rat

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.