Memorial Day
Memorial Day honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and is the unofficial kick-off to summer.
Wondering what to do on Memorial Day Weekend in Colorado Springs? There are a number of ways you can enjoy the long weekend!
Paddle Yoga, Sound Bath & Brunch at Quail Lake
Dragonfly Paddle Yoga
Date: Monday, May 29, 2023
Time: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Location: Quail Lake
Cost: $50 child (ages 12-17), $55 adult (18+)
This unique, 2-hour SUP experience boasts a beautiful backdrop of Cheyenne Mountain and the Rocky Mountain Front Range. We’ll be joined by native birds and dragonflies whizzing by. Led by Dragonfly Paddle Yoga, class will be a blend of gentle flowing postures followed by a live sound bath of Native American flutes during Savasana. Next we’ll savor a yummy brunch served to you on the lake.
Meadowgrass Music Festival
Rocky Mountain Highway Music Collaborative
Date: Friday, May 26 through Sunday, May 28, 2023
Time: Varies each day
Location: La Foret Conference & Retreat Center - 6145 Shoup Road Colorado Springs, CO 80908
Cost: Varies
MeadowGrass Music Festival is the premiere music festival to kick off summer in the Pikes Peak Region. Always held over Friday, Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend, MeadowGrass is known for attracting up-and-coming talent from the region and all over the world. Besides the amazing musicians, we have activities for kids (12 and under get in free with a paid adult), workshops, yoga, late-night shows, ropes course, and archery range.
Territory Days
Old Colorado City
Date: Saturday, May 27 through Monday, May 29, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Colorado City
Cost: Free
For more than 45 years, Territory Days has been Colorado's largest street fair. Shop hundreds of unique vendors with handcrafts from around the world. Enjoy great food, dozens of educational displays, patriotic tributes and live music from 25 bands on three stages. And best of all, admission is absolutely FREE! Mark your calendars, plan to bring the whole family and celebrate the spirit of Colorado's 1st Territorial Capital!
Rocky Mountain Vibes Baseball Opening Day
Rocky Mountain Vibes
Date: Saturday, May 27, 2023
Time: 6:35 p.m.
Location: UCHealth Park
Cost: Varies
It's the home opener for Vibes Baseball has our opening day on May 27! You won't want to miss us kicking off our 2023 season. Stick around after the game for a post-game fireworks display!
Rocky Mountain Vibes
Date: Sunday, May 28, 2023
Time: 1:05 p.m.
Location: UCHealth Park
Cost: Varies
Vibes Baseball is celebrating our mascot Toasty's Birthday on May 28. Come Join us for an afternoon filled with baseball and fun. Stick around after the game for even more fun with a post-game mallow fight! Sunday's are also our Kids Club Days. We hope to see you there.
Summer Music Series: Ryan Flores
Goat Patch Brewing
Date: Sunday, May 28
Time: 5-7:00 p.m.
Location: Beer Garden at Goat Patch Brewing
Cost: Free
Join us on Sunday, May 28th for a free show in the Beer Garden featuring Ryan Flores.
5th Annual Angel Run
Red Leg Brewing
Date: Monday, May 29, 2023
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Location: Red Leg Brewing
Cost: Varies
For families of the fallen, every day is Memorial Day. We invite the community to commemorate Memorial Day by participating in our Angel Run on Monday, May 29th. This year we have a 5K or 10k, with the option to have it timed, and a virtual event for our out-of-area supporters! Both routes will take you in front of the beautiful Garden of the Gods Park. Our in-person event will begin and end at Red Leg Brewing Company where there will be music, food, and drinks available for purchase after you