Updated: August 29, 2025
Summer Events
For those looking to branch out of the regular routine or discover their next favorite event, look no further. Keep checking back for fun events throughout the season!
We’ve put together a list of some of the must-see events going on around the Pikes Peak Region this summer.
Throughout the Summer
Battle of the Bighorn Challenge with Echo Canyon River Expeditions
May - September 2025
Hosted by Echo Canyon River Expeditions, this timed challenge is best described as an obstacle course that meets the river. You will battle alongside your teammates to be the first raft through Bighorn Sheep Canyon!
2025 Summer Concert Series at First & Main Town Center
Fridays in June and July, 5:00-7:00 pm
Join First & Main Town Center for live music, drinks and a good time! A long list of local bands will play, including The SofaKillers, Martini Shot and Wirewood Station.
Tuesday Summer Concerts in Old Colorado City
Tuesday Nights June - October 2025
Enjoy free outdoor concerts in Bancroft Park from 6:00-8:00pm! Upcoming performances include Tidal Breeze Hot Club Trio, The Moldy Figs, The 719 Band, Manitou Strings, and more.
Brunch & Blooms at Gather Mountain Blooms
From 10:00-noon, every Sunday in June 2025
Join Gather Mountain Blooms for Sunday brunch amongst the flowers at Venetucci farm. Enjoy this special event every Sunday in June from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. This is such a fun and unique outing with your friends or makes for the perfect date! A brunch board with mimosas is provided at the Garden Gazebo and picnic tables are set up to enjoy the farm ambiance. Then, when you are ready, stroll the flower fields and cut a beautiful bouquet to bring home.
Drag Brunch at Streetcar520
Various dates throughout 2025
Join Streetcar520 the first Sunday of every month for Drag Brunch, featuring the talented Kai Lee Mykels, from noon-2:00 pm. Enjoy mimosas by the glass or bottle. No reservations - first come, first served.
Hillside Gardens Summer Concert Series
Every Wednesday, May 14 - October 1, 2025
Wednesday Nights in the Garden when the sun goes down the music turns up! We offer a variety of wines, beer, and cocktails at our four full-service bars. Be sure to check out our newly remodeled tequila bar at Cactus Jacks! Local food vendors serve a variety of fares from light bites to dinner. Feel free to bring folding chairs or blankets.
Colorado Springs Conservatory Summer Camps
June 2 - August 3, 2025
Programs are available for children ages 4-18 and subjects include performance, music production and theatre.
Vintage Market Days
May 30 - June 1, 2025
Vintage Market Days is an upscale vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and a little more. Vintage Market Days® events are so much more than a flea market. Each Vintage Market Days event is a unique opportunity for vendors to display their talents and passions in creative venues.
June 2025 Events
Family Exploration Day
June 1, 2025
El Pomar’s Penrose Heritage Museum is hosting a Family Exploration Day, free and open to the public. The community is invited to join us for a day of immersive fun and interactive activities.
Stranger Side of Victor & Spirits of Sunnyside Walking Tours
1st and 3rd Saturdays, May-September 2025
Downtown Victor: Local historian, Alicia Petri, will lead a walking tour of downtown Victor, highlighting some of the stranger, little-known history of the town – from the Labor wars to gunfights and shootouts and more. In addition, learn about the historic buildings that line the streets, and discover stories about some of the town’s citizens.
Sunnyside Cemetery: Local historian Alicia Petri will guide you through the cemetery telling stories of grave robbers, insurance fraud, and unusual characters.
Donut Day at Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
June 6, 2025 | 9am - 1pm
Get ready for a sweet celebration with a purpose! Donut Day on Pikes Peak is your chance to enjoy the iconic high-altitude donuts while learning how to help protect our beautiful mountain. This family-friendly event combines ranger-led education, outdoor fun, and maybe a few tasty treats for an unforgettable experience! Donut Day activities are free to participate in, but you must reserve a timed entry if you want to drive your personal vehicle on the Pikes Peak Highway or shuttle ticket in advance for June 6.
I ❤️ the 90s Crawl
June 6, 2025
Bust out your butterfly clips, baggy jeans, and boy band obsessions—our I ❤️ the 90's Crawl is coming to Colorado Springs on Thursday, June 6th! Hop on The Local Motive party bus for a throwback night packed with 90s jams, nostalgic drinks, and bar stops that’ll have you yelling “AS IF!” Gather your crew, grab your Tamagotchis, and let’s party like it’s 1999. Check-in starts at 5pm.
Verdant Watercolor Landscapes
June 7, 2025 | 10am - 12pm
Paint the many shades of Bear Creek Nature Center in this single-session watercolor workshop. We’ll create a small painting or two illustrating the Nature Center’s creek side habitat. Weather permitting, we may take the class outdoors. All experience levels welcome. Adults only. Pre-teens and teens welcome with adult. $40 per person, prepaid registration required. Bring $5 to borrow supplies day-of. Find supply list on website.
Justice of the Piece Opening Event | Ent Center for the Arts
June 7, 2025 | 12pm - 4pm
GOCA is proud to present Justice of the Piece—a groundbreaking new exhibition featuring the powerful voices of Lady Pink, Sydney G. James and Grow Love. Enjoy a gallery talk with all three featured artists, a community mural led by Grow Love, live painting with local artists, music, food trucks and more. The day also brings an arts market, inviting local and regional creatives to share and sell their work—prints, jewelry, zines, ceramics and beyond.
Figure Skating Weekend at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
June 7 - 8, 2025 | 10am - 5pm
This family-friendly celebration will feature appearances by members of the 2025 U.S. Figure Skating national team along with themed activity zones, live demonstrations and special exhibits throughout the Museum. Guests of all ages can take part in hands-on activities ranging from movement classes and creative art projects to timed sprints and interactive demos.
Summer Music Festival at Colorado College
June 7 - June 27, 2025
Colorado College Summer Music Festival is celebrating 41 years with special guests, music fellows from all over the world, and a great lineup of concerts and recitals. This is a three-week program for 52-54 advanced student musicians, including violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, trombone, and piano. Purchase tickets to the performances online, or attend a free pre-concert.
Poor Richard's 50th Year Anniversary!
June 8, 2025 | 11am - 4pm
We invite the community to celebrate with us on Sunday, June 8th for a day full of festivities, memories, and appreciation for the people who have made this journey possible. The celebration will include: live music and entertainment, special deals and giveaways, kids’ activities in and around Little Richard’s Toy Store (including a bounce house and face painting), kid’s story time with Richard and Patricia, local author appearances, free food and cake, a retro food menu (including $.10 coffee and $.95 gazpacho), and a look back at 50 years of photos, stories, and community impact. This milestone is not just a celebration of our history—it’s a heartfelt thank you to our loyal customers, staff, and friends who have supported us for five incredible decades.
Music Video Bingo!
June 9, 2025 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Join us at Goat Patch Brewing (on Voyager Pkwy) for Music Video Bingo by Triviality! Test your musical knowledge with visual AND audio clues! Can you come out on top? Games start at 6:30! There are 5 games played each night, so you can hop in whenever you arrive - be sure to get here early to grab a seat.
Nature Explorers: Bug Dance
June 11, 2025 | 9am - 10:30am OR 1pm - 2:30pm
Children, ages 4-5 with an adult, will enjoy hands-on activities, puppet shows or stories, crafts, and a hike. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Preregistration and prepayment required. Location: Bear Creek Nature Center
Music Video Bingo!
June 11, 2025 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Join us at Pikes Peak Brewing Company for Music Video Bingo by Triviality! Test your musical knowledge with visual AND audio clues! Can you come out on top? Games start at 6:30! There are 5 games played each night, so you can hop in whenever you arrive - be sure to get here early to grab a seat.
Little Wonders: Cute Caterpillars
June 12, 2025 | 9am - 10:15am OR 1pm - 2:15pm
Discover the world of nature with your 2 or 3 year-old. Interactive activities and a short hike make this the perfect introduction to the outdoors for your child. Child must be accompanied by an adult. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Preregistration and prepayment required. Location: Bear Creek Nature Center
Nature Adventures: Sunergy
June 12 - 13, 2025 | 9am - 10:30am
Children ages 3-6, with an adult, will enjoy puppet shows or stories, crafts, hands-on activities, and discovery time on the trail. Prepaid registration required. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center
Move, Breathe, Roll - Self Massage Class with Erin Poovey
June 12, 2025 | 6pm - 7pm
Focuses on upper back and neck. Taking time for self-care is essential. Our Move, Breathe, Roll class is designed not only to help you alleviate pains but to help you down regulate your nervous system to relieve stress and help you rest. We will start our session with self myofascial release, followed by targeted corrective exercise and end with breath work and relaxation. This class is designed to teach you to awaken and loosen tissue, find and reeducate your mobility and strength blind spots so you can improve movement, decrease pain and connect with your breath. Turn your “recovery day” in to intentional healing.
Great Outdoors Fest 2025
June 13, 2025 | 4pm - 9pm
Join our outdoor community in Woodland Park for a free, public festival! Enjoy an interactive Polaris and Jeep exhibit, live music, country line dancing, kids' games and crafts, yard games, campfire cooking competition, campfire and s'mores, food trucks and great door prizes.
Patio Crawl with Local Motive
June 13, 2025
Summer nights are made for patios, cold drinks, and good vibes—and we’re bringing all three on the ultimate Patio Crawl! Ride with us to some of the best open-air spots in the Springs, where you’ll soak in the sunset, sip seasonal cocktails, and vibe out with our crew. This is your sign to ditch the indoors and crawl your way through a breezy, boozy night under the stars. Grab your shades, your sunblock, and your party people—June 13th is gonna be a whole mood. Check-in starts at 5pm.
Restoration Crew at Bear Creek Nature Center
June 14, 2025 | 9am - 12pm
The Bear Creek Restoration Crew conducts quarterly restoration projects including fire mitigation, trail maintenance and invasive species removal. Varying levels of difficulty for each project. Email kyleetaylor2@elpasoco.com to join upcoming workdays!
Parent / Child Forest Bathing Walk
June 14, 9:30am - 12pm
Practice mindfulness in nature with your child! Use all your senses to experience nature in new ways and connect with yourself, your child, and nature. Enjoy a tea ceremony following the hike and mindful time. Prepaid registration required for child only, parent must attend. $25 per child // $20 per member child
Feast of Saint Arnold Family Friendly Beer Festival
June 14, 2025 | 12 pm - 4:30 pm
"Colorado's Family Friendly Beer Festival " showcases the best of Colorado's craft brewers, winemakers, and emerging distilleries. It is located on the historic grounds of the Chapel of our Saviour Episcopal Church in the heart of the Broadmoor Neighborhood at the foot of Cheyenne Mountain.
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Pride Ride: Queens on Wheels 🌈
June 14, 2025
PRIDE RIDE: Queens on Wheels is rolling through Colorado Springs this Pride Month—and honey, you do not want to miss this party on wheels! We’re bringing the glam, the glitter, and a fierce local drag queen aboard for a bar crawl like no other. Expect sass, sequins, and surprise performances as we hit some of the best LGBTQ+ friendly spots in town. Grab your crew, throw on your most fabulous ‘fit, and get ready to slay the streets in celebration of love, pride, and unity. Tickets include party bus transportation, hosted stops, and nonstop vibes. Let’s ride with pride, baby! Check-in starts at 5pm.
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Laser Light Show & Dinner Train Launch
June 14, 2025 | 7pm
This is full-on open-air dance party aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad, right in the middle of Colorado’s grandest canyon. Imagine yourself on the open-air dance floor, watching the laser lights against the sheer rock walls, along with friends, getting lost in the music and dancing the night away. It’s all happening aboard the all-new Laser Light Show Train Ride at 7 pm throughout the summer — and you’re invited.
Pikes Peak Pride
June 14-15, 2025 | 10 am - 7 pm
Pikes Peak Pride 2024 is a community event expected to gather thousands of visitors together from across the state and Pikes Peak Region into downtown Colorado Springs. There will be two full days of vendor booths, food trucks, beer garden and high energy entertainment to include a fabulous parade on Sunday.
Summer Living History Program
June 15, 2025 | 1 pm - 5 pm
Experience Colorado history in style at Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site. Learn about Native American trade at the American Indian Area. Make a cornhusk doll at the Homestead Cabin. Discover the hard-working and ingenuous spirit of early pioneer homesteaders and farmers in the 1880s Garden. Perfect your skills at Victorian games and tour the 1870s Rock Ledge House. Listen to the rhythmic ‘clink, clink’ of the blacksmith’s hammer hitting the anvil as you immerse yourself in the life of an 1890s blacksmith. Explore the 1907 Orchard House while you learn about life for Edwardian servants and upper-class citizens of Colorado Springs.
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Live Music in the Beer Garden!
June 15, 2025
Join Pikes Peak Brewing Company on Sunday from 2pm - 5 pm in the Beer Garden for LIVE music + food trucks! FREE to attend. Pourly Edukated will be playing live. Food truck TBD (12pm - 8pm).
Western Street Breakfast
June 18, 2025
A celebration of Colorado Springs’ deep-rooted western heritage, this festival has been happening since World War II. Gather round as event organizers close down the streets and cook up a delicious hot breakfast, including entertainment and a western dress-up contest.
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2's & 3's Outdoors: Fabulous Feathers
June 19 - 20, 2025 | 9am - 10:15am
Explore nature with your 2 or 3-year-old through interactive activities, a story, and a short hike. Prepaid registration required. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center
Summer Vibes Crawl with Local Motive
June 20, 2025
Get ready to soak up the sun on Friday, June 20th with our Summer Vibes Crawl! We’re hitting up Colorado Springs’ best beachy bars, patios with a breeze, and spots serving up fruity, frozen, or umbrella-topped drinks. Think laid-back vibes, good tunes, and tropical cocktails all night long. Come dressed for the beach—flamingo shirts and sunglasses encouraged. Let’s make it feel like a mini vacation, one patio at a time! Check-in starts at 5pm.
Partner Massage Class - Erin Poovey
June 20, 2025 | 6:30pm - 8pm
This class is designed to help you and your partner come together and learn how to help alleviate each others pains, relieve stress and help you both rest. You will learn tools you can use in your everyday life that help you connect, calm the body and release tension. Massage Your Partner at Camino Wellness Sanctuary is an educational experience that will teach you easy ways to massage and stretch your partner. This workshop makes for a super great date night! $40 per person | $80 per couple
Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival
June 20-22, 2025
Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival is the biggest celebration of inclusion to ever be held at the Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs. The mission is to bring together people from every background and community for a time of celebration, music and family fun.
Victor Gem & Mineral Show
June 20-22, 2025
The event will be held in downtown historic Victor and is free to the public. The show will include vendors from across the state selling Colorado dug minerals. Items for sale will include polished gems, hand-crafted jewelry, rough slabs, specimens, cabochons, geodes, Cripple Creek turquoise, and more. There will also be gold and gem panning at the Victor Lowell Thomas Museum. Show hours are from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Friday and Saturday and 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on Sunday.
The Buzz on Bumble Bees of the Front Range
June 21, 2025 | 9am - 10:15am and 10:45am - 12pm
Join naturalist and community scientist, Susan Crick, on the trail to discover our native bumble bees. We will learn how to identify common species and explore how bumble bees help our wildflowers (and gardens) bloom. Learn how you can create bumblebee habitat and help declining populations. $5/person, prepaid registration required.
Poochella Pool Party
June 21, 2025 | 10am - 2pm
Join us for the most epic and groovy dog pool party of the summer! FREE admission. Sponsored by Purina Pro Plan. Get ready to unleash the fun and dive into summer at this tail-wagging event! Your furry friends will enjoy splashing in the pool, exploring the dog park and so much more. Break out the tie-dye and enjoy delicious food trucks, unique vendors, lively music by Hammer Sound DJ and everything in between. The first 150 pups in the pool will get a FREE Purina Pro Plan towel! All well-mannered dogs are welcome.
Painting with a Purpose
June 21, 2025 | 11am - 1pm
Artists of all abilities will enjoy a creative experience while supporting El Paso County Nature Centers! Join us at Paining with a Twist (East location off Powers) for an afternoon of drinks, snacks and step-by-step instruction while creating a lovely landscape painting. Register HERE. $39 - $49 per painter. Prepaid registration required.
Live Music Crawl with Local Motive
June 21, 2025
Hop on the Local Motive Party Bus for a night of killer tunes and good vibes! We’re crawling to some of Colorado Springs' best bars and venues with live music, dancing, and drinks at every stop. Whether you’re into rock, soul, or acoustic jams, this night is all about local sound and party energy. Grab your crew and come ready to vibe! Check-in starts at 5pm.
Ivywild Summer Solstice Sound Bath Concert
June 21, 2025 | 7pm - 9pm
Step into the light of the longest day of the year with an immersive two-hour journey of sound, ceremony, and connection. Held inside the historic Ivywild School, this special solstice celebration invites you to realign with nature’s rhythm, honor your own inner sun and receive deep nourishment through sound and sacred cacao. All are welcome. No prior experience with sound baths or cacao is needed.
Oddities Alley
June 21-22, 2025 | 10 am - 6 pm
Oddities Alley is Colorado's only locally based oddities and curiosities exposition - for the alt wierdos, by the alt wierdos!
The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is the second oldest motorsports race in America and a long-standing tradition in Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region. The race is run on a 12.42 mile (and now fully-paved) course with 156 turns that begins at 9,390 feet and finishes at the 14,115-foot summit of America’s Mountain.
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Live Music in the Beer Garden!
June 22, 2025
Join Pikes Peak Brewing Company on Sunday from 2pm - 5 pm in the Beer Garden for LIVE music + food trucks! FREE to attend. Mosquito Pass will be playing live. Food truck will be Germans Pretzel Kings (12pm - 8pm).
Music Video Bingo!
June 23, 2025 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Join us at Goat Patch Brewing (on Voyager Pkwy) for Music Video Bingo by Triviality! Test your musical knowledge with visual AND audio clues! Can you come out on top? Games start at 6:30! There are 5 games played each night, so you can hop in whenever you arrive - be sure to get here early to grab a seat.
Music Video Bingo!
June 25, 2025 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Join us at Pikes Peak Brewing Company for Music Video Bingo by Triviality! Test your musical knowledge with visual AND audio clues! Can you come out on top? Games start at 6:30! There are 5 games played each night, so you can hop in whenever you arrive - be sure to get here early to grab a seat.
U.S. Senior Open at The Broadmoor
June 25 - 29, 2025
The Broadmoor Golf Club is proud to host the 45th U.S. Senior Open Championship from June 25 - 29, 2025. All-time, this will be the ninth USGA championship and the third U.S. Senior Open contested at our legendary resort. Championship tickets and volunteer registration now available! Watch as some of golf’s greatest players test their skills against the best professional and amateur golfers over the age of 50.
Moonlight on the Mountain
June 26, 2025 | 6pm - 9:30pm
Join Cheyenne Mountain Zoo for a 21-and-up evening of live music, food and beverage samples from local vendors (while supplies last), and your favorite animals on the mountain!
Donkey Derby Days
June 27-29, 2025
For more than 80 years, Donkey Derby Days has topped the list of favorite Cripple Creek events. People from all over the world descend on downtown, drawn by a chance to watch a race inspired by the town’s resident donkey herd, believed to be distant relatives of the original donkeys from the town’s Gold Rush days.
Forest Bathing at Bear Creek Nature Center
June 28, 2025 | 9:30am - 12pm
Experience the therapeutic practice of Shinrinyoku and awaken your senses with a slow, mindful walk through the woods and a beautiful tea ceremony.Prepaid registration required. $25 per person // $20 per member.
Summer Family Fun Day at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
June 28, 2025 | 10am - 12pm
Join the CSPM at this fun and free event! History comes to life through crafts, demonstrations and family-friendly activities located throughout the museum.OFFICIAL EVENT WEBSITE
Live Music in the Beer Garden!
June 29, 2025
Join Pikes Peak Brewing Company on Sunday from 2pm - 5 pm in the Beer Garden for LIVE music + food trucks! FREE to attend. Mojo Filter will be playing live. Food truck will be Lumpia House Food Truck (12pm - 8pm).
July 2025 Events
Summer Concert Series at First & Main Town Center
Fridays in June and July, 5-7pm
Join First & Main Town Center for live music, drinks and a good time! A long list of local bands will play, including The SofaKillers, Martini Shot and Wirewood Station.
4th of July Celebrations
July 4, 2025
Celebrate American Independence with a series of festivals, block parties, concerts, and spectacular fireworks shows in communities across the Pikes Peak Region on Tuesday, July 4. Signature events include the Star Spangled Symphony & July 4th Block Party, a 4th of July Street Fair & Beer Garden in Monument, and the Festival on the 4th in Palmer Lake.
Broadmoor Traditions Fine Art Festival
July 4, 5 & 6, 2025
The Broadmoor Traditions Fine Art Festival brings together 100+ Sculptors, Painters, Jewelers, Ceramists, Metal & Woodworkers, and more!
Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo
July 8-12, 2025
The Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo has been a Colorado Springs tradition since 1937, showcasing top rodeo talent and action, while providing wholesome entertainment for area residents, as well as visitors to the region. Fans come from far and wide to enjoy top rodeo action and tons of family fun, all while honoring our local military and their families.
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Festival
July 10 - 13, 2025
Held every two years, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum unleashes an unforgettable celebration: the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Festival! Join us July 10-13 to honor the groundbreaking achievements and enduring legacies of America’s greatest athletes. It’s your chance to step into the heart of the Olympic and Paralympic spirit right here in the USA’s Olympic City.
Flyin' West at the Ent Center for the Arts
July 11 - 27, 2025
Set in the all-Black town of Nicodemus, Kansas in 1898, Flyin’ West follows four African American women forging new lives on the frontier—holding tight to land, legacy and each other. Directed by Marisa Hébert (Steel Magnolias, Every Brilliant Thing, King Hedley), this play by Pearl Cleage—one of the essential modern American playwrights—honors the unsung pioneers of the American West and the resilience, resolve and recipes that carried them through an unforgiving time in American history. Tickets are on sale now.
Sunrise Opening on Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
July 12, 2025
Experience sunrise on the Summit of Pikes Peak. The Gateway will open at 4:30 a.m. with last entry for the special event at 6:30 a.m. A timed entry permit per vehicle and admission fees must be purchased in advance online. New this year! Visitors interested in experiencing the views of the Sunrise Opening, can reserve spots on a shuttle. Shuttle departs from mile 7 and will proceed to the summit. This event is only offered a few times a year, and it’s an opportunity you don’t want to miss! All access is weather permitting.
El Paso County Fair
July 12 - 19, 2025
Enjoy a weekend full of activities and excitement for the whole family! From classic fair rides and live music to great food and competitions, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Be sure to check out their schedule of theme days for great discounts on admission.
Manitou Chamber Music Festival
July 15-25, 2025
The Manitou Chamber Music Festival proudly announces its 11th season, set to captivate audiences with a series of exquisite concerts during the last two weeks of July. This year's performances will feature a diverse range of works by composers from all eras, promising an unforgettable musical experience for all attendees.
Little Wonders: Grasshoppers are Great
July 17, 2025 | 9am - 10:15am
Discover the world of nature with your 2 or 3 year-old. Interactive activities and a short hike make this the perfect introduction to the outdoors for your child. Child must be accompanied by an adult. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Preregistration and prepayment required.
Taste of Pikes Peak
July 17, 2025 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Taste of Pikes Peak brings together restaurants, beverage and industry suppliers to promote the Pikes Peak Region’s food and beverage scene while raising funds to support Colorado Restaurant Association - Pikes Peak Chapter and ProStart programs in regional high schools.
Nature Adventures: What Sharp Talons You Have!
July 17 - 18, 2025 | 9am - 10:30am
Children ages 3-6, with an adult, will enjoy puppet shows or stories, crafts, hands-on activities, and discovery time on the trail. Prepaid registration required. $3 per person including siblings and adults.
Sunrise Opening on Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
July 18, 2025
Experience sunrise on the Summit of Pikes Peak! Timed entry reservations and admission tickets can now be purchased online for the event and must be purchased in advance. The gateway will open at 4:30 a.m. with last entry for the special event at 6:30 a.m. Get ready to witness the daybreak at a staggering 14,115 feet. New this year! Visitors interested in experiencing the views of the Sunrise Opening, can reserve spots on a shuttle. Shuttle departs from mile 7 and will proceed to the summit. This event is only offered a few times a year, and it’s an opportunity you don’t want to miss! All access is weather permitting.
Annual Firefly Celebration & Night Hike
July 18 - 19, 2025 | 8pm - 9:30pm
Yes, over the years we’ve spotted lightning bugs in the wetlands by Fountain Creek Nature Center! Learn about the lives of fireflies, make a firefly craft, and hike to find these rare wonders in the park. Best for ages 5+. Prepaid registration required. $4/member, $5/nonmember.
The Department of Defense Warrior Games
July 18 - 26, 2025
The Department of Defense (DoD) is excited to announce that the Warrior Games are returning to Colorado Springs, Colorado. This milestone year will showcase the strength, resilience and unity of our wounded, ill and injured service members representing five different teams on their road to healing and rehabilitation together. The 2025 DoD Warrior Games will take place at the main venue of Colorado College.
Rocky Mountain State Games
July 18 - 20, 2025
The Rocky Mountain State Games (RMSG) is Colorado’s largest multi-sport festival for athletes of all ages and athletic abilities, including those with physical disabilities, visual impairments and intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD).
Sidewalk Astronomy with the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society
July 19, 2025 | 9am - 12pm
Observe the sun though special solar telescopes operated by CSASTRO members. These telescopes enable amazing views of surface features, filaments, prominences and flares on the Sun that can’t be seen with ordinary telescopes.Drop-in program, $2 per person suggested donation.
Yoga for Lymphatic Flow Workshop
July 19, 2025 | 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Join us for a rejuvenating workshop designed to support your body’s natural detoxification system through mindful movement, breathwork and relaxation. Yoga for Lymphatic Flow focuses on gentle, rhythmic practices that stimulate lymph circulation, helping to reduce stagnation, boost immunity and promote overall well-being. What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, yoga mat, water bottle and an open heart.
The Mexican Rodeo Spectacular
July 20, 2025 | 2pm - 4pm
Filled with cultural pageantry, the Mexican Rodeo Spectacular features Mexican-style bull riding, bareback riding, trick roping, Mariachi music, side-saddle girls and the Portuguese-style Bull Fights, all choreographed by Jerry Diaz, a fourth-generation champion charro. A must see for the entire family!
Breath Work in the Salt Cave
July 20, 2025 | 2pm - 3:30pm
As one of our most loved classes, this session leaves you feeling transformed and deeply connected to the essence of life- your breath! Thomas Hanks leads a class that leaves you feeling invigorated from the inside out.
2's & 3's Outdoors: Colors Along the Trail
July 24 - 25, 2025 | 9am - 10:15am
Explore nature with your 2 or 3-year-old through interactive activities, a story, and a short hike. Prepaid registration required. $3 per person including siblings and adults.
Sip with Schnip
July 24, 2025 | 6pm - 9pm
Join us for an evening of great beer, good conversation and local flavor at Sip With Schnip—Wednesday, July 24th from 6pm–9pm at Goat Patch Brewing Northgate. This event will be kicking off Goat Patch's 8th Anniversary Weekend! We're teaming up with Matthew Schniper of 'Side Dish with Schniper' for a casual yet curated gathering celebrating local food, drink and community. Enjoy the launch of a new special pizza from Grazing Goat Kitchen, crafted just for the occasion. Subscriber Perks: • First beer is on us for paid Side Dish subscribers • $2 off all additional beers for paid subscribers • $2 off beers for all free subscribers. Subscribe to Side Dish HERE if you want the latest info on openings, closings, the inside scoop on the trendiest restaurants and critical reviews that save you money. Come sip, snack and connect—because good beer tastes even better with good people.
Sloth Birthday Party at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
July 25, 2025 | 10am - 12pm
You're invited to a sloth birthday party! Join Cheyenne Mountain Zoo to celebrate Aysan's tenth birthday. Make Aysan a birthday card, sing her the 'Happy Birthday' song, learn animal biofacts and visit the photo booth—complete with sloth photo props! All activities at Aysan's birthday party are free to Zoo guests and members, but advance admission to the Zoo is required (and may sell out in advance).
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Tie-Dye Party
July 25, 2025 | 4pm - 6pm
Come and kick off our 8th Anniversary Weekend with us while making your own Goat Patch Tie-Dye shirt! Then stick around for live music with Joe Johnson & Friends from 6pm - 9pm. This event is open-house style. Materials will be available from 4pm - 6 pm. Your ticket includes your own GPB shirt to dye, all the materials needed (wear clothes you don't mind crafting in!) and a pint to enjoy. This event is located at the Lincoln Center location - 2727 N. Cascade Ave. LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE - REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
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Forest Bathing
July 26, 2025 | 9:30am - 12pm
Experience the therapeutic practice of Shinrinyoku and awaken your senses with a slow, mindful walk through the woods and a beautiful tea ceremony.Prepaid registration required. $25 per person // $20 per member.
Summer Family Fun Day at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
July 26, 2025 | 10am - 12pm
Join the CSPM at this fun and free event! History comes to life through crafts, demonstrations and family-friendly activities located throughout the museum.
Shutter & Strum Photography Workshop
July 26, 2025 | 9am - 11am
Spend a morning hiking around Fountain Creek Nature Center while practicing some photography basics and mindfulness. Bring your own camera or cell phone, or borrow one from the folks at Shutter & Stum (limited quantity available). Participants will select one photo to be printed and displayed during the month of October as part of the Rotating Art Exhibit! For ages 12+. Prepaid registration required. $20 per person/$18 per member.
Storybook Walk
July 26, 2026 | 10am - 2pm
Walk the trails of Bear Creek Nature Center while reading a book together with family and friends! After your hike, complete a fun craft indoors.Drop-in program, $2 per person suggested donation.
5 Year Celebration at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
July 30, 2025
Five years in, and we’re more inspired than ever! Join us on July 30 to mark the 5th anniversary of the Museum’s opening. For just $5, immerse yourself in dynamic athlete experiences, see incredible artifacts come to life, and connect with the spirit of Team USA.
Tails, Tunes & Tastes
Thursdays, July 31, August 28 & September 25, 2025
Join Cheyenne Mountain Zoo for a magical evening on the mountain, exclusively reserved for those age 21 and up. Local musicians will set the mood throughout the Zoo! Tickets to Tails, Tunes & Tastes include unlimited small plates and two drink tickets.
Music & Blooms
Tuesdays starting July 15 - September 30, 2025 | 5:30-8pm
Enjoy live music while gathering your fresh farm flowers at Gather Mountain Blooms! Make it a fun date night, bring your friends or get the family together to roam the farm fields.
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Sunrise on the Summit of Pikes Peak
July 12, July 18, and August 1, 2025 | 4:30am - 6:30am
Experience the sunrise from the top of a 14,000-ft mountain! The Gateway will open at 4:30 a.m. with last entry for the special event at 6:30 a.m. A timed entry permit per vehicle and admission fees must be purchased in advance online to guarantee your spot on the summit. Admission sales will be offered at the Gateway based on availability, but no access will be provided to the North Slope Recreation Area. This event is weather permitting.
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August 2025 Events
Celebrate Colorado's Birthday with CO Yeti Tours!
August 1 - 31, 2025
In celebration of Colorado’s 149th birthday, Colorado Yeti Tours is offering a 10% discount on all tours taken in August! So don’t delay, reserve your August tour before all the dates are gone! Guests can book anytime between now and the end of August - but the tour has to be taken between August 1st and the 31st to qualify for the discount.
Goat Yoga at Flying W Ranch
August 2, 2025 | 7am - 8am
Relax and unwind with this fun event: goat yoga! Doors open at 6:30am. Tickets are only available online, must reserve your spot in advance.
Bristol's Mini Mug Hunt for National IPA Day
August 7, 2025 | 6pm - 8pm
Celebrate National IPA Day by hunting for miniature beer mugs around Bristol Brewing Company for a plethora of prizes. 200 tiny, numbered beer mugs will be hidden throughout the Pub, Barrel Room and Schoolyard with a DJ to hype you up while you hunt. The winning numbers will be chosen at random at the end of the party!
Nature After Dark
August 7, 2025 | 7:30pm - 9pm
Spiders and bats and owls, oh my! The Wetlands at Fountain Creek come alive with an entirely different world when the sun goes down. Enjoy the sounds and sights as we learn about nocturnal creatures, their adaptations, and how to spot them. Best for ages 5+. Prepaid registration required. $4/member, $5/nonmember
Nature Adventures: Becoming Invisible
August 7 - 8, 2025 | 9am - 10:30am
Children ages 3-6, with an adult, will enjoy puppet shows or stories, crafts, hands-on activities, and discovery time on the trail. Prepaid registration required. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center
Kids' Night Out—Creekside Summer Celebration
August 8, 2025
Caregivers, drop off your child (ages 7-11) for an evening of hiking & playing games while celebrating all things summer. Dinner provided. $25 per person // $20 per member. Prepaid registration required. Location: Bear Creek Nature Center
Cave of the Winds Sound Bath - Presented by Singing Bowls of the Rockies
August 8 - 10, 2025 | 7:45pm - 9:15pm
Experience one of the most unique sound bath events in the country—held deep within the ancient limestone chambers of Cave of the Winds. This immersive journey features Colorado Springs’ largest collection of singing bowls, enhanced by the cave’s powerful natural acoustics. Dr. Gigi Turner, a certified sound practitioner, joins musicians Dave Patrick and Steve Manso in guiding the evening with live instrumentation including gongs, Native American flutes, classical guitar, chimes, drums and more. Space is limited and often sells out—advance tickets are required.
Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb
August 9, 2025
A breathtaking bicycle race up Pikes Peak. Sanctioned by USA Cycling, this competitive style hill climb consists of multiple medal categories giving cyclists of all skill levels the opportunity to take on Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain.
Crazy for Cattails
August 9, 2025 | 10am - 11:30am
Explore the wonders of the cattail marsh. Cattail plants are essential to the health of our marshes and other wetland habitats here at Fountain Creek. The plant also has a surprisingly wide variety of uses for humans including food, medicine, weaving, toys, construction materials, and water purification. Each participant will make their own toy cattail boat! Best for ages 5+. Prepaid registration required. $4/member, $5/nonmember. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center
Summer Car Show at Mash Mechanix Brewing
August 9, 2025 | 10:30am - 2:30pm
Join us in the heart of Colorado Springs for the Summer Car Show at Mash Mechanix Brewing! This event welcomes a wide variety of vehicles—classics, customs, trucks, imports and rat rods—all showcased in a laid-back, community-focused setting. Awards include Best of Show, People’s Choice and Best Car Club. Proceeds benefit EPSCAR (El Paso County Search & Rescue)! Enjoy the cars, connect with fellow enthusiasts and support a great cause. Spectators welcome. Reserve your spot in the car show here.
Lecture Series: Cheap Land Colorado | Off-Gridders of the San Luis Valley
August 9, 2025 | 2pm - 3pm
In May 2017, Ted Conover went to Colorado to explore firsthand a rural way of life that is about living cheaply, on your own land—and keeping clear of the mainstream. The failed subdivisions of the enormous San Luis Valley make this possible. Five-acre lots on the high prairie can be had for five thousand dollars, sometimes less. Conover volunteered for a local group trying to prevent homelessness during the bitter winters. He encountered an unexpected diversity: veterans with PTSD, families homeschooling, addicts young and old, gay people, people of color, lovers of guns and marijuana, people with social anxiety—most of them spurning charity and aiming, and sometimes failing, to be self-sufficient. And more than a few predicting they’ll be the last ones standing when society collapses. Conover bought his own five acres and immersed himself for parts of four years in the often contentious culture of the far margins. In their struggles to survive and get along, they tell us about an America riven by difference where the edges speak more and more loudly to the mainstream.
Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center 30th Anniversary Festival
August 10, 2025 | 10am - 4pm
Join us for our 30th Anniversary Festival honoring the incredible impact we’ve made as a community. The festival will feature amazing outdoor partners, hands-on activity tables, local programming, live animals and more. It’s a day to reflect on what we’ve accomplished and to thank the people who continue to make it all possible. We hope this day will serve as a reminder that every visit you make and every dollar you spend supports the preservation of our beloved National Natural Landmark. Thanks to your continued support, we’ve proudly helped generate over $7.5 million in direct contributions back to the park—and we’re just getting started!
Nature Explorers: What's the Weather
August 13, 2025 | 9am - 10:30am
Children, ages 4-5 with an adult, will enjoy hands-on activities, puppet shows or stories, crafts, and a hike. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Preregistration and prepayment required. Location: Bear Creek Nature Center
Sustainability Series: Natural Dyes and Paper Making–An Exploration of Local Color & Handcrafted Papers
August 13 & 16, 2025
Tataki zomé is a print made by hammering leaves and flowers into fabric or paper. It is traditionally used for textile and interior design in Japan and has become a popular technique across the globe. This two-part workshop takes place at Flying Pig Farm in Manitou Springs on Wednesday and at Bear Creek Nature Center on Saturday. Participants will learn how to recognize and harvest specimens for tataki zomé projects, pull and press paper and develop images or repeat patterns to create a completed project. $30/person includes take home project. Prepaid registration required.
2's & 3's Outdoors: Jump Around!
August 14 - 15, 2025 | 9am - 10:15am
Explore nature with your 2 or 3-year-old through interactive activities, a story, and a short hike. Prepaid registration required. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center
Live Music @ Lumen8 Rootop Social
August 15, 2025 | 7pm - 10pm
Join Lumen8 for a night of live music with Roxie & The Moon King! A dusty neo-traditional folk duo comprised of singer-songwriters–Jenna English and Michael Stanton Armstrong. Based out of the rolling hills of Springfield, Missouri, Roxie & The Moon King are known for their rich harmonies steeped in earnest storytelling and poetic lyrics.
The Pioneer Rodeo
August 15 - 17, 2025
The Pioneer is Colorado Springs’ signature rodeo and demolition derby weekend, held August 15–17 at Norris Penrose Event Center. Experience two electrifying nights of rodeo action followed by a thrilling demolition derby finale on Sunday. This high-energy, family-friendly event celebrates Western heritage, local business and community pride—making it the most Colorado weekend of the summer!
Madrigal Singer Auditions
August 17 - 18, 2025
Glen Eyrie will be hosting Madrigal choir auditions to fill open positions for soprano, alto and tenor. Auditions will be held on Sunday, August 17th and Monday, August 18th in the evening. Please reach out to Linda at linda.graf@navigators.org to schedule your audition slot. Audition requirements: demonstrate their singing scale range, complete rhythm and vocal recall exercises, demonstrate their musicality with a selection of a cappella or songs with music and provide a copy of their vocal selection to the director.
Little Wonders: Darling Dragonflies
August 20, 2025 | 9am - 10:15am
Discover the world of nature with your 2 or 3 year-old. Interactive activities and a short hike make this the perfect introduction to the outdoors for your child. Child must be accompanied by an adult. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Preregistration and prepayment required.
Little Learners: Who Am I?
August 21, 2025 | 9am - 10am OR 10:30am - 11:30am
In this month's program, we'll work on the Colorado Early Learning & Development Guidelines of learning about yourself and what makes you, YOU! For children ages 3 - 5. Location: Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
Polaris Pour: Bourbon at the Gate
August 22 - 24, 2025
Making its inaugural debut, Polaris Pour: Bourbon at the Gate, a spirited celebration of bourbon culture, craftsmanship and community. This immersive weekend experience will bring together whiskey lovers, culinary connoisseurs and industry experts for a one-of-a-kind event at the gateway to the Rockies.
La Vida!
August 23, 2025
La Vida Celebration brings a Latin-inspired poolside and beachside event to over 700 guests. La Vida takes place at The Country Club of Colorado at Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs, where guests are treated to a cultural experience centered around Latin-inspired music, cuisine, pools, beach, and lake with quintessential Colorado mountain views.
Fountain Creek—A Pathway of History
August 23, 2025 | 10am - 12pm
Fountain Creek is an unsung hero in Colorado’s history. Discover why as we trace its path through time from our prehistoric past through human uses and beyond with interactive lessons and a hike. Best for ages 8+. Prepaid registration required. $4/member, $5/nonmember. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center
Buses at the Brewery
August 23, 2025 | 11am - 3pm
Come stroll the grounds of Ivywild School with the sun overhead and a beer in your hand as you admire a host of iconic VW buses of all sorts and styles at our annual Buses at the Brewery event. In keeping with the German vibe, we’ll be celebrating our Red Baron Octoberfest with fresh pints and a footlong brat, plus other favorites from Spark Beer+BBQ. Join the strong stein competition, stop by the tie-dye station, enjoy live music, vote for your favorite bus in the People’s Choice awards and more. If you are interested in showing off your VW bus, please email Kortney at kortneyr@bristolbrewing.com
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Honey Harvest & Pollinator Celebration Day
August 23, 2025 | 10am - 2pm
Pollinators make the world go ‘round! Watch beekeepers harvest honey from hives, purchase honey and art from the Honey Cottage & Cronk Art, take a hike to view pollinators around Bear Creek, and learn about native plants and the importance of pollinators with the Broadmoor Garden Club! Stories, crafts, ice cream from Josh & Johns, and so much more await!$3/person, pre-registration suggested
Brewster Palooza
August 23, 2025 | 3pm - 9:30pm
In a first of its kind event, Whistle Pig Brewing is proud to announce "Brewster Palooza" a live concert featuring the high energy rock, funk and reggae of Last Patrol Band along with soul-shattering blues of The Delta Sonics. This event benefits the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. $10 gets you in the gate starting at 3:30 PM. VIP tickets for $25 get you in - with perks - at 3:00 PM.
Inspire Soccer League at Weidner Field
August 23 - 24, 2025
Big plays, big passion and an even bigger weekend! The Inspire Soccer League—dedicated to creating inclusive opportunities for athletes of all abilities—is bringing the action to Colorado Springs August 23–24. Don’t miss your chance to see incredible talent take the field! Grab your tickets now and be part of the excitement.
John Denver Day at Pikes Peak Brewing Company
August 24, 2025 | 11am - 10pm
Join us on John Denver Day for some incredible live music and delicious food trucks! German Pretzel Kings food truck from 11am - 6pm. Bowl in the City food truck from 3pm - 9pm. Go Go Girlzilla will perform live from 1pm - 4pm. Cowboy Brad and the Tropicowboys will be live from 6pm - 10pm.
Tails, Tunes & Tastes at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
August 28, 2025 | 6pm - 9:30pm
Don't miss this 21-and-up evening of unlimited small plates, drinks, live music and your favorite animals on the mountain. Advance tickets are required.
Monarch Magic at Fountain Creek Nature Center
August 30, 2025 | 10am - 11:30am
Discover the magical mystery of the monarch migration to Mexico. See an indoor presentation, make a craft, search for caterpillars and adults to tag and release for research.
Best for ages 7+. Prepaid registration required. $5/nonmember, $4/member.
Sound Bath Session in the Salt Cave
August 30, 2025 | 5pm - 6pm
This event is held in the beautiful Colorado Salt Cave, providing the healing benefits of both halotherapy (dry salt therapy) and sound healing. Sound healing instruments such as singing bowls, drums, koshi chimes and gongs create specific frequencies to restore harmony by synchronizing your body with the healing frequencies and vibrations. This can bring us back to a restorative state of peace – ensuring the wellness of the body, mind, and spirit.
Commonwheel Artists Festival
August 30 - 31 - September 1 2025 | 10am - 5pm daily
Commonwheel Artists Co-Op’s 50th Annual Labor Day Weekend Art Festival in Manitou Springs is always filled with art and music the whole family can enjoy.The Art Festival is held at Memorial Park in Historic Manitou Springs, just a few minutes west of Colorado Springs.
