Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette is in Stage 1 drought as the city asks residents to keep irrigation systems off until May and limit outdoor watering to two days a week between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. to avoid further restrictions. Colorado Hometown Weekly
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Bobcats in Our Backyard
6-7:30 p.m. — Lafayette Public Library — Registration required — Discover the fascinating behavior of bobcats and their coexistence with humans in suburban settings.
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Epic Acoustic Classic Rock with Mike Masse
Doors at 6 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — $29 reserved seating, $30 door entry — Experience an intimate evening with Mike Massé’s iconic acoustic covers of classic rock hits.
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Elton Dan and The Rocket Band: A Tribute to Elton John
6-9:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — $24+ — Experience an electrifying tribute to Elton John with captivating performances and a vibrant atmosphere.
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Art Night Out
5-9 p.m. — Art Night Out — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of music, magic, and local art in Lafayette's community celebration.
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80s vs 90s Night Featuring 5280s Band and Nothing But Nineties
7:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — $24-$45 — Dress up in your favorite decade and groove to the hits of the 80s and 90s with live bands!
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