Living in Greeley, Colorado
Greeley: We're proud to call it home!
In Greeley and at UNC, you don’t have to fit a certain mold to fit in. Our hometown is an authentic, accepting and down-to-earth place where you’ll find a city vibe with a small-town feel: a creative hub between the mountains and Colorado’s wide-open grasslands.
Greeley: It’s our hometown, and we can’t wait for you to call it home, too.
Top 8 things to do in Greeley
Grow in one of the fastest-growing locations in the country! Greeley ranks #1 in Colorado and #4 in the nation for growth, according to 2020 census data. Greeley is the place to be!
Enjoy dozens of restaurants and eateries ranging in cuisine from Mexican to African, with local favorites such as a cozy coffee shop right next to campus and a pizza joing that’s served Bears for more than 30 years.
Experience award-winning microbreweries and distilleries and several artisan coffeehouses. Explore them all and find your favorite.
Discover a Creative District that draws artists, events and performers for hundreds of performances annually. It has close ties to UNC, helping our students and alumni find a creative home.
If you’re looking for a place where the fun never stops, Greeley is calling your name! Whether you’re a die-hard athlete or love a good cheer from the sidelines, Greeley’s got all all kinds of sports and recreation, plus Bear Athletics throughout the academic year!
Explore more than 300 acres of parks at 40-plus locations, plus a 21-mile Poudre Trail gives you plenty of space to bike, run or walk along the Cache la Poudre River.
Unleash your creativity with shows at The Kress Cinema & Lounge, special behind-the-scenes tours with the Museum at Twilight series and more.
Check out Denver’s world-class nightlife, arts scene, sports and culture, including the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Broncos football, Rockies baseball, Rapid and Summit soccer teams and Avalanche hockey, all within an hour or two of Greeley.
Check out the Visitors Guide for more to do in Greeley!
Small Town Feeling
“What drew me to UNC was the small-town feeling, and it was an easy area to navigate. UNC’s downtown is about a five-minute walk, making it accessible when you want to take a break from campus or find a new hangout with friends.”
Sophie Barker, ’22, Business Administration, Finance concentration
Hometown Hot Spots
Our hometown is growing—its the fastest-growing town in Colorado and 4th fastest in the nation! If it’s been a while since you’ve been to Greeley, you may not know about some of our town’s hidden gems, including a vibrant downtown, family-friendly activities, art and a growing number of breweries and distilleries.
Alumnus Dakota Perez, ’22, Business Administration, Marketing concentration shares some ideas to get you started.
