Friday, September 18th, 2026
At the Walker Factory
5925 E. Harmony Rd
Fort Collins, CO 80528
We are celebrating the production of the 200,000th mower and 50 years of Bob and Dean Walker working together. This free all day event hosted at our factory in Fort Collins, Colorado will have factory tours, an obstacle course, food, and a variety of activities for everyone. More details to come, so stay tuned!

FREE LUNCH
Please join us for a free lunch buffet including hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, and all the fixings!
Time: 11:00-1:00pm

FOOD TRUCK DINNER
Join us for dinner as the celebration continues into the evening. There will be a variety of food truck options. Vouchers for food trucks will be provided with admission.
Time: 4:30pm-7:00pm

WALKER EXPERIENCE
Ever wanted to try out a Walker? Now is your chance! Drive a variety of products, including implements and attachments, while helpful Walker employees show you the ropes. Operators must be at least 16 years of age and must show a valid driver’s license.
Time:
8am - 4:45pm
Closed 2:30-3:30pm for parade
KID ZONE
The Kid Zone is an area dedicated to child entertainment including inflatables and a train ride.
Time:
8am- 7pm
Closed 2:30-3:30pm for parade
HOSPITALITY PAVILION
The Hospitality Pavilion offers a safe play area for toddlers, changing stations, nursing stations, crafts, books, and games. Brought to you by Walker Family Resources, the Family Zone will be a comfortable, helpful location for families with young children.
Time:
8am - 7pm
Closed 2:30-3:30pm for parade
SKILLS CHALLENGE
How good are you at maintaining a Walker? Test your Walker technical skills, and win prizes. Challenges suitable for both adults and children.
Time: 8am-4:45pm
Closed 2:30-3:30pm for parade
A timed challenge with prizes will take place throughout the day with finals happening at 4:45PM
PARADE
Led by the 2026 Walker Commemorative Mower, the Family Reunion Parade will begin at 2:45 near the Build-A-Mower station, and end at the stage. There will be a short presentation on the stage following the parade, concluding with a group photo.
Time: 2:45-3:30pm
FACTORY TOURS
Get a self guided insider’s view into how the Walker Mower is made. You will see raw metal being drilled, cut, punched, bent, welded, and ground. Then watch as the pieces are powder-coated, assembled, and shipped out. Collect parts along the way to participate in the Build-a-Mower activity where you can build your own mini Walker Mower.
Time:
8:30am-12:00pm
1:00pm-2:30pm
BUILD-A-MOWER STATION
Collect pieces along the factory tour then put them together to make your own mini Walker Mower you can take home.
Time: 8:30am-4:30pm
Closed for lunch 12:00-1:00pm
Closed for parade 2:30-3:30pm
WALKER WARE
Show your Walker pride! Visit the Walker Ware store to purchase Walker clothing, hats, and collectibles.
Time: 8am-7pm
Closed 2:30-3:30pm for parade
WALKER SKATES
Not your average go-kart, Dean Walker has been making these rides since he was a teenager, and they are a blast! Take one for a spin on the Walker Skates Road Course. Must be 48” tall to ride and at least 12 years old to participate.
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Closed 2:30-3:30pm for parade
OBSTACLE COURSE
Test your speed and agility on a Walker Mower and you could win a Walker Mower! Operators from all over the world will be competing for a number of great prizes and one will be crowned World Champion. Operators must be at least 16 years of age and must show a valid driver’s license.
Prize Lineup:
1st Place: Limited-Edition 2026 Commemorative Walker Mower
2nd Place: Walker Model B or Model S
3rd Place: Walker Model R
Time:
Qualifiers: 8am-4:30pm
Closed 2:30-3:30pm for parade
Semis: 5:15pm
Finals: 7:15pm
HISTORICAL DISPLAY
A self-guided tour through a historical display of Walker products.
Time:
8:00am-7:00pm
LIVE MUSIC
Enjoy a variety of local bands playing throughout the day on the stage.
Time:
11:00am-2:30pm
3:30pm-7:00pm
HELICOPTER RIDES
A helicopter ride on the edge of the Rocky Mountains is an experience not to be missed. 15-minute rides are available for $50 per passenger. Passengers must register online before the event. Registration coming soon.
Time: 8am-2:30pm
Closed 12:00-1:00pm for lunch