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Browse the local art galleries and art studios along W. Colorado Avenue in Historic Old Colorado City.
Paint the town red with your gal pals
Updated: June 26, 2026
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion like a bachelorette or birthday, or you just want to reconnect with your besties, this trip is designed for you!
With this itinerary, your group will get outdoors, enjoy wellness experiences, eat great food and have plenty of fun. Prepare for many Instagrammable moments along the way!
If you’re looking to stay close to Downtown Colorado Springs, which we recommend if you want to enjoy the nightlife, check out the Mining Exchange Hotel. This historic property has been renovated and repurposed as a beautiful, mid-century modern hotel. Not only is it in a prime location downtown, but it also features an on-site café called Blk Mgk, a lobby/alleyway bar called Golden Hour, a spa and art gallery. Check out their upcoming events, as they often host jazz nights, chakra readings and many other fun activities.
Another nearby option is the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown, featuring plenty of amenities and a luxurious rooftop escape called Ryze Skyline Lounge.
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There are many fabulous spots to enjoy with your girl group! For brunch, Streetcar 520’s drag brunches are a hit. Check out their calendar to plan ahead! Urban Egg and The Exchange on Tejon are also vibrant spots to grab food and coffee.
For lunch or dinner, Phantom Canyon Brewing is a great spot with beer, bites and games like pool and shuffleboard. Ivywild School is another favorite. Located in a historic, renovated schoolhouse, there are several food and beverage vendors to choose from. Check out 503w, Evergreen and uva wine bar for more fun vibes for your evening!
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AM: Hike in North Cheyenne Cañon Park
PM: Aurathentic chakra and aura readings followed by lounge hangout
PM: Sound bath session with Singing Bowls of the Rockies
It’s not a Colorado girls’ trip without a hike, so start your trip off right at North Cheyenne Cañon Park! Top hikes in the park include Seven Bridges Trail, Helen Hunt Falls, Mt. Cutler, Mt. Muscoco and St. Mary’s Falls. Each one offers scenic views, photo ops and their own level of challenge – so do your research and pick the best fit for your crew!
After a nice hike, bond with one another of a chakra and aura reading with Aurathentic. Unleash your inner selves and get some spiritual healing. When you’re done, head to the on-site Aura Lounge and sit along Fountain Creek to enjoy food and drinks.
Your day of healing isn’t over yet! End the evening with a restorative sound bath at Singing Bowls of the Rockies. There are options for regular sound bath sessions or occasional themed events you can book on the website.
AM: High tea at Glen Eyrie Castle
PM: Shop in Old Colorado City
PM: Louie Louie’s Piano Bar
PM: Night out in Downtown Colorado Springs
Get classy with high tea at Glen Eyrie Castle! You’ll have an unforgettable time sipping tea in a real, historic castle and enjoy walking around the beautiful grounds surrounding it.
After tea, go shopping in Old Colorado City! There are great galleries and shops to explore. Favorites include Matchbox Candle Co (where you can also book a group candle-making class!), Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Eclectic Co, Michael Garman Gallery and Westward Found Vintage.
In the evening, head to Louie Louie’s Piano Bar for a lively night with sing-along dueling pianos! Request your favorite jams and make sure you tell the staff if it’s a special occasion – they’ll be sure to properly shout it out.
Now that you’ve warmed up with plenty of songs, hit the town for the night! Looking for spots to dance and sing? Check out ICONS (dubbed "that gay bar with the singing bartenders), Liquid Courage for karaoke, La Burla Bee for a burlesque show (plus the Beehive Nightclub) and Cowboys for line dancing. Check out the speakeasies too…we can’t say much but browse our website for some clues.
AM: Take the Cog Railway to the top of Pikes Peak
PM: Wines of Colorado
PM: Crawl with the Local Motive Party Bus
Ever wanted to stand on top of the world with your friends? Take The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway up to the 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain! At the top, you can grab the famous summit donuts and enjoy 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape.
After your mountain adventure, head to Wines of Colorado for a creekside lunch and wine tasting. The views are great, and the Colorado-made wines are even better!
For your evening activity, embark on a Local Motive Party Bus (or Pedal Bike) crawl! Both the bus and the pedal bike have frequent, themed events your group can join – or, you can do a private rental! Example themed rides include “Thrift Store Dive Bar Crawl,” “Rhinestone Cowgirl Crawl” and “The Bar Crawl Olympics.”
AM: Stand up paddle board yoga class with Dragonfly Paddle Yoga
PM: Rocky Mountain Food Tours
PM: Sunset at Ryze Skyline Lounge
After a night out, reset your body and mind with a relaxing morning on the water. Dragonfly Paddle Yoga hosts a stand-up paddle board yoga class on Quail Lake, seasonally May through September. Great for beginners, it’s an opportunity to connect with nature and get in some core work.
Now that you’ve gotten some fitness in, it’s time to fit in some food with a Rocky Mountain Food Tour! Good news – walking is also involved, so you’ll get some exercise between eating delicious plates from various restaurants. Your tour guide will also share history facts and stories as you walk from spot to spot!
End the trip with sunset drinks at Ryze Skyline Lounge, where you’ll get some of the best views in the city! Pro tip: Make your patio reservation ahead of time!
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