Updated: May 19, 2026
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 2026
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!
2026 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, Funkology and The Runners Band.
Tuesday Summer Concerts in Old Colorado City
Tuesday Nights June - October 2026
Enjoy free outdoor concerts in Bancroft Park from 6:00-8:00pm! Upcoming performances include Heavy Devils, Stevie P. & the Hard Road and more.
Brunch & Blooms at Gather Mountain Blooms
From 10:00-noon, every Sunday in June 2026
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.
Summer Nights in OCC
Every Thursday in June 2026
Come down to Old Colorado City for some great music, food and community! Occurring every Thursday in June from 4:00pm-9:00pm,
Hillside Gardens Summer Concert Series
Every Wednesday, May 20 - October 7, 2026
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 six full-service bars. 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 1 - July 31, 2026
Programs are available for children ages 4-18 and subjects include performance, music production and theatre.
Vintage Market Days
May 29-31, 2026
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 2026 Events
Stranger Side of Victor & Spirits of Sunnyside Walking Tours
1st and 3rd Saturdays, May - September 2026
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.
Summer Living History Program
June 3-14, 2026 | 10am - 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.
Family Exploration Day
June 6, 2026 | 10am - 2pm
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.
Patio Crawl with The Local Motive
June 6, 2026 | 5pm - 10pm
Sunshine, patio drinks, good music and your favorite people — this is what summer in Colorado Springs is all about. Join The Local Motive for our Patio Crawl as we hit some of the best patios in town aboard our converted party bus! Expect great vibes, fun photo ops, drink specials, music blasting between stops and the perfect excuse to day drink your way through the city. Grab your sunglasses, your crew and your favorite summer outfit because this crawl is made for patio season lovers who are ready for a fun night out without worrying about driving.
Donut Day Celebration at Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
June 6 - 7, 2026
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.
Summer Music Festival at Colorado College
June 6 - 26, 2026
Colorado College Summer Music Festival is celebrating 42 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.
Floating Sound Bath
June 9, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8pm
A space to center your mind, body, and spirit, our Floating Sound Bath workshop is a unique experience that will help set a path and intention for healing. Instructor Elise Nicole will lead you through a healing meditative sound bath while you are cocooned in a silk aerial hammock for a grounding reset experience like no other. Not comfortable floating? We have Mats! A Mat spot will take place in the same space as the floating Sound Bath but you will be on a cushioned yoga mat. You are welcome to bring a pillow for more comfort. Herbal eye masks and locally made kombucha provided
Oddities Alley
June 12 - 13, 2026 | 10am - 6pm
Oddities Alley is Colorado's only locally based oddities and curiosities exposition - for the alt wierdos, by the alt wierdos!
Restoration Crew at Bear Creek Nature Center
June 13, 2026 | 9am - 12pm
Be a steward of our parks and join the Restoration Crew at Bear Creek Nature Center. Work includes trail maintenance, introduced species removal, fire mitigation, and habitat restoration. Varying levels of work available at each workday. Email kyleetaylor2@elpasoco.com to join!
Colorado Nature Embroidery with PPLD
June 13, 2026 | 10am - 12pm
Learn some basic stitches then practice those skills while you embroider an iconic plant or animal from Colorado! This is a beginner-friendly class, and all materials will be provided. After completing your piece, take a guided walk along the nature trail searching for summer inhabitants of the park. For ages 18+. Program is free, but space is limited. Pre-registration is still required. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center
Feast of Saint Arnold Family Friendly Beer Festival
June 13, 2026 | 12pm - 4:30pm
"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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Bear Creek Wildflower Walk with Colorado Native Plant Masters
June 16, 2026 | 8am - 10am
Join Native Plant Masters, Jan Berry and Pat Shepperdson, in exploring the native flora of Bear Creek Park. We will hike uphill along the creek and then cross the meadows to complete a three-mile loop. You will learn to identify native and non-native plants as well as some noxious weeds. Come prepared for 2 hours in any weather: sun hats, sunscreen, hiking poles, rain jackets, and water. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class (7:45) to check in and complete an emergency contact form. $5 per person. Location: Bear Creek Nature Center
Western Street Breakfast
June 17, 2026 | 5:30am - 9am
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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Great Outdoors Fest 2026
June 19, 2026 | 4pm - 8pm
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.
Victor Gem & Mineral Show
June 19 - 21, 2026
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.
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Sidewalk Astronomy with the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society
June 20, 2026 | 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. CSASTRO members will also discuss the benefits and dangers of UV. Drop-in program (no registration required), $2 per person suggested donation. Location: Bear Creek Nature Center
Sustainability Series: Foraged Refresh - Cyanotypes from Nature with Flying Pig Farm
June 20, 2026 | 11am - 2pm
Cyanotype is one of oldest and most accessible forms of photography. An elegant combination of chemistry and botany practices came together in Anna Atkins’ work to produce the first book of photography, Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions. Before modern print practices, blueprints were made by layering original architectural designs over cyanotype-treated paper. Now, artists and hobbyists across the globe use this process to develop their own designs and images, using all kinds of materials. Join us as we walk in Anna Atkins’ footsteps by foraging for specimens on a nature walk. In Foraged Refresh, explore and experiment with this process on different materials. Participants are strongly encouraged to bring a clothing item from home they’d like to transform. $40/person. Preregistration required. Location: Bear Creek Nature Center
Solstice Sound Bath: Activate, Release, Realign
June 20, 2026 | 4pm - 6pm
The Summer Solstice marks the peak of light — a powerful seasonal turning point associated with renewal, transformation, vitality and embodiment! Join Singing Bowls of the Rockies for a deeply immersive Solstice experience designed to help you reconnect with your body, release emotional weight and fully step into the energy of summer.
Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival
June 20 - 21, 2026
Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival is the biggest celebration of inclusion to ever be held in Colorado Springs. The mission is to bring together people from every background and community for a time of celebration, music and family fun.
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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.
Moonlight on the Mountain
June 25, 2026 | 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!
Big Day of Bugs with the Colorado Pollinator Network
June 26, 2026 | 12:30pm - 2pm
Celebrate the importance of our native pollinators and what you can do to support pollinator habitats, health and biodiversity. Learn about the insects of Bear Creek Nature Center through hands-on activities including bug sweeps! $5/person, great for the whole family!
Donkey Derby Days
June 26 - 28, 2026
For more than 90 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.
CO Parks and Wildlife: Bear-Wise
June 27, 2026 | 1pm - 4pm
Living in Colorado Springs means learning to live alongside our bear neighbors! Chat with Colorado Parks and Wildlife volunteers at the pop-up booth to learn about bear biology, bear/human interactions and bear populations in Colorado Springs and surrounding areas. Keep bears safe this summer and learn to avoid bear/human conflict. Free!
Beginner's Introduction to Plein Air - Summer Greens in Soft Pastels with Lisa Faherty Art
June 27, 2026 | 1pm - 4pm
Learn to paint brilliant summer greens with soft pastels, a wonderful, colorful and forgiving medium! Follow a step-by-step demonstration as you learn about composition, value shapes, perspective and pastel painting techniques. Lisa provides a welcoming workshop environment that encourages students to abandon fear and find their own joyful artistry in the creative process. This class is for beginner students interested in exploring painting techniques with soft pastels. $55/person includes pastels, paper and desktop easel. Ages 18+. Location: Bear Creek Nature Center
July 2026 Events
4th of July Celebrations
July 4, 2026
Celebrate American Independence with a series of festivals, block parties, concerts and spectacular fireworks shows in communities across the Pikes Peak Region. 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, 2026 | 10am - 5pm
The Broadmoor Traditions Fine Art Festival brings together 100+ sculptors, painters, jewelers, ceramists, metal & woodworkers and more!
Taste of Pikes Peak
July 9, 2026 | 6pm - 9pm
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.
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America's Mountain Festival
July 11, 2026
Enjoy a diverse lineup of Western performers, food vendors, mountain arts and plenty of activities to keep music lovers entertained all day long. Don't miss the 2nd annual festival, it might just be your favorite new annual event!
El Paso County Fair
July 11 - 18, 2026
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.
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Manitou Chamber Music Festival
July 12 - 26, 2026
The Manitou Chamber Music Festival proudly announces its 13th 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.
Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo
July 14 -18, 2026
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.
Summer Garden Party
July 17, 2026 | 8am - 12pm
It’s time to kick off peak flower season with a Summer Garden Party, and we’re ready to celebrate with you! Join us as we open our flower fields for a day filled with blooms, sunshine, and community.
The Art of Henna: A Creative Intro Workshop
July 17, 2026 | 5pm - 7pm
Over the past few decades, the art of henna has gained widespread popularity across the globe. Not only as a beautiful expression of creativity, but a healing practice and beautifully relational experience as well. In this 2 hour workshop, you’ll receive education about the origin, cultural significance and technical practice of henna from local professional, Alexandra Benson.
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Rocky Mountain State Games
July 17 - 19, 2026
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).
Sunrise at the Summit on Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
July 18, 2026 | 4am
Experience sunrise on the Summit of Pikes Peak. The Gateway will open at 4:00 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. There will be no Gateway sales made and no access to the North Slope Recreation Area offered. Visitors interested in experiencing the views of the Sunrise Opening, can reserve spots on a shuttle. Shuttle departs from the North Pole parking lot 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.
Zinnia Days
July 25, 2026 | 8am - 12pm
For the first time ever, we’re opening our zinnia fields for a cut-your-own flower experience at the farm! Zinnias are one of summer’s happiest blooms — bold, colorful, long-lasting and in all different sizes and colors. Come experience them all!
Breathwork and Sound Healing: Session in the Salt Cave
July 26, 2026 | 2pm - 3:30pm
Come join us for a Breathwork, meditation and sound healing designed to help quiet your inner critic and clear your mind. This curated experience will provide you with a powerful mental and physical reset. Come experience the transformational state you can achieve using your breath surrounded by the healing environment of the Colorado Salt Cave!
Tails, Tunes & Tastes
July 30, 2026 | 6pm - 9:30pm
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.
August 2026 Events
Sunrise on the Summit at Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
August 1, 2026
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. There will be no Gateway sales made and no access to the North Slope Recreation Area offered. Visitors interested in experiencing the views of the Sunrise Opening, can reserve spots on a shuttle. Shuttle departs from the North Pole parking lot 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.
Sunset on the Summit at Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
August 1, 2026
Celebrate Colorado’s 150th anniversary from the summit of Pikes Peak. On August 1, the Pikes Peak Highway reopens at 6:45 p.m. for access by personal vehicle or shuttle. Timed-entry permits and admission tickets—or shuttle tickets if you prefer not to drive—are required and must be purchased in advance. Sunset is at 8:10 p.m., and guests will begin their descent no later than 8:50 p.m.
Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb
August 8, 2026
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.
The Pioneer Rodeo
August 14 - 16, 2026
The Pioneer is Colorado Springs’ signature rodeo and demolition derby weekend, held 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!
Sunrise on the Summit at Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
August 15, 2026
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. There will be no Gateway sales made and no access to the North Slope Recreation Area offered. Visitors interested in experiencing the views of the Sunrise Opening, can reserve spots on a shuttle. Shuttle departs from the North Pole parking lot 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.
La Vida!
August 22, 2026 | 5pm - 9:30pm
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.
Sound Bath Session in the Salt Cave
August 22, 2026 | 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.
Tails, Tunes & Tastes at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
August 27, 2026 | 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.
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Lecture Series: The Westerners: Mythmaking and Belonging on the American Frontier
August 29, 2025 | 2pm - 3pm
The Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum presents the 2026 "We The People: Colorado at 150" lecture series. To honor the America 250/Colorado 150 commemorations, this series will explore the diverse experiences and voices of Coloradans. $5 Suggested Donation. Registration Required.
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