EnergyFest

Join the Colorado State University Energy Institute and other community partners to learn more about the world-class carbon and energy solutions research taking place right here in Fort Collins.

Featuring interactive and educational exhibits and demonstrations appropriate for all ages.

Date: September 26, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: CSU Powerhouse Energy Campus, 430 N. College Avenue, Fort Collins
Cost: Free

What you can find at EnergyFest 

Activities for all ages to enjoy, including:

Tours of the Powerhouse:

  • 10:15 a.m.
  • 11:00 a.m.
  • 11:45 a.m.
  • 12:30 p.m.

EnergyFest is powered by:

Platter River Power Authority and Efficiency works; Estes Park, Fort Collins, Longmont, and Loveland
A child looking through a magnifying glass at EnergyFest 2024
Chalk art on the sidewalk. A person looking at a globe smiling. Text reads, "Welcome to CSU EnergyFest."
Cam the Ram stands with a group of students at EnergyFest in 2024.

Schedule:

Electric Vehicle Test Drives

Recharge America is offering free electric vehicle test drives as part of EnergyFest. 

Whether you’re considering an electric vehicle for your next car or simply curious about the technology, this is your opportunity to get behind the wheel of a variety of EVs, compare models, and experience what driving electric is really like. Recharge America staff and EV experts will be onsite to answer your questions about EV ownership, charging, range, incentives, and more.

EV Ride & Drive participants are encouraged to pre-register to reserve their spot.

Register for an Electric Vehicle Test DRive
Recharge America
Two people sit in a car for a test drive

Getting to EnergyFest:

Bus or Bike:

The Powerhouse Energy Campus is a 10-minute walk from the Downtown Transit Center. Check Transfort  for times and transit information.

Biking routes run near the Powerhouse, including the Poudre River Trail.

Parking Information:

Parking at the Powerhouse Energy Campus will be closed for EnergyFest. Additional parking is available in two nearby lots that are just a 5-minute walk from the building. No fee/decal is needed for any of these lots:

  • South of the Powerhouse and east of the Vavoline Instant Oil Change and Emporium Escape Rooms
  • The two most northern rows in the lot southeast of the Powerhouse and directly south of the Northside Aztlan Skatepark
  • Park on Vine Drive and cross the bridge over the Poudre River

For safety, please use sidewalks to cross railroad tracks. Use the interactive map below to locate parking (indicated in green).

Parking at EnergyFest