Crafted from Fir wood and accented with a one-ton forged steel hand crank, Old Town Churn pays tribute to the agricultural roots upon which Fort Collins was built. Churn serves as the flagship anchor in The Exchange, a new retail, restaurant, and entertainment destination that is a catalyst for the revitalization and creative expansion of Old Town’s northern edge. It was originally the site of a livestock exchange. With a license for common consumption, The Exchange is the perfect place to enjoy an afternoon or evening on the outdoor plaza with a meal, beer or cocktail, and an ice cream from its fine roster of tenants. 

Churn serves a rotating line-up of Little Man’s handcrafted ice cream as well as shakes, malts, sundaes, banana splits, ice cream sandwiches, and the all-important “Pup Cup” in the Exchange’s dog-friendly environment.

For ice cream connoisseurs, Churn features exclusive Little Man Ice Cream flavors inspired by Fort Collins where college, culture and agriculture meet. Partnerships with Fort Collins craft breweries, local farms and dairies have inspired these mouthwatering flavors including: “Boilermaker” pairing local New Belgium Brewing Fat Tire caramel beer plus a shot of bourbon with cinnamon toast crunch; “Matcha Honey” is made with local raw honey from iIndulge; and “All Nighter” is an Espresso fudge that makes a perfect pairing when cramming for an exam.

Aside from delicious ice cream, Churn’s commitment to community building is brought to life in the Exchange’s open-air plaza where a range of seasonal celebrations, live music, school performances, arts & culture and family-friendly events foster neighborhood connections. Due to the pandemic, virtual events like Bingo take place every Wednesday. The team at Old Town Churn looks forward to bringing people together again for swing dancing and live music as soon as it is safe to do so. Socially distanced tables and outdoor tents are available for guests to enjoy now.

Community collaborations also take shape through Churn’s philanthropic mission. Since Little Man Ice Cream’s first shop opened in 2008, it was built on the belief that business exists to make a difference in the world. Since day one we have made giving back an integral part of who we are, and our Scoop for Scoop Program is how YOU help us to make that difference! For every scoop of ice cream purchased, a scoop of rice, beans or other essentials are donated to communities in need around the globe. Scoop for Scoop is about helping the world’s most vulnerable regardless of circumstance.

Churn reflects this ethos by giving back a portion of proceeds to support agricultural and artistic alliances that make up the backbone and history of Old Town Fort Collins. Making a difference has never tasted so good!

Keep in the know about upcoming events, community collaborations and ice cream specials by dropping off your email address at the Churn….Plus, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @oldtownchurn. #ChurnUp.