Come Early, Stay Late – Welcome to COS!
When was the last time you were in Colorado Springs? No, not just a drive through or quick meeting. We’re talking about staying the night, catching a show, embarking on an adventure – the whole nine yards.
On behalf of Visit Colorado Springs, we can confidently say this isn’t your grandma’s Colorado Springs. Things have changed around here – for the better. Don’t fret. You can still experience our deep, Western heritage and epic Pikes Peak adventures. But we’ve got so many new attractions, restaurants, bars, events, art exhibits and venues you don’t want to miss.
Welcome to the 2025 Colorado Governor’s Tourism Conference! Check out these resources we compiled just for you. We hope to inspire you to come early, stay late and make the most of your time here in Olympic City USA.
-The Visit Colorado Springs Team
Unlock Deals with the FREE Gov Con Pass
This FREE pass includes deals and discounts exclusive to Gov Con attendees that can be used from October 18-26. Coupons include everything from discounts on lodging to food and drink, wellness, activities, shopping and special event offers.
Want even MORE deals? Sign up for the region's other FREE passports:
- Get drink offers with our Crafts & Drafts Passport
- Explore Downtown Colorado Springs with the Discover Downtown Pass
- Dive deeper into Manitou Springs with the Meet Manitou Pass
Whatever you end up doing, we hope you have fun exploring the Pikes Peak Region!
This pass is presented by Orange 142, generous sponsors for the Visit Colorado Springs welcome party at the Governor's Tourism Conference.
Great Spots to Book Meetings Over Food/Drink
North side
- Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
- Colorado Mountain Brewery – InterQuest
- Dave & Buster’s Colorado Springs
- MilkShake Factory
- Topgolf Colorado Springs
- uva wine bar
- ViewHouse Colorado Springs
Downtown
- COATI
- Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
- Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar
- MacKenzie’s Chop House
- Mash Mechanix Brewing Co
- Phantom Canyon Brewery
- Red Gravy/Blue at Red Gravy
- The Warehouse Restaurant & Gallery
Discover more on our dining page.
Mark Your Calendars
Check out these fantastic events, happening right around Gov Con! (More to come)
- Arts Month – all October, check in for calendar of events
- Miners Pumpkin Patch – every Saturday in October, get tickets
- Pumpkin Fest at Venetucci Farm – every Saturday in October, get tickets
- Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival – Friday, October 17-Sunday, October 19, get tickets
- Discount available on our Gov Con pass!
- Boo at the Zoo – October 17-19, 24-26, 31, get tickets
- U.S. Air Force Academy football game – October 18, get tickets
- Colorado Springs Sports Hall of Fame – Tuesday, October 21, get tickets
- Discount available on our Gov Con pass!
- Emma Crawford Coffin Races – Saturday, October 25, browse info
Discover more on our events page.
Have Some Fun
Here is just a sample of some of our favorite things to do!
- Take the Cog Railway up Pikes Peak - America's Mountain, and take in the views from the Summit Visitor Center
- Grab drinks at ICONS
- Browse art at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College
- Cheer on dueling pianos at Louie Louie’s
- Take a trip down the Rabbit Hole
- Get an indoor climb in at CityROCK
- Enjoy a burlesque show at La Burla Bee
- Get your nails done at Beauty Bar Salon & Spa
- Relax and reset at Colorado Salt Cave Wellness Center
- Explore Old Colorado City shops and restaurants
- Sip around at Wines of Colorado
- Embark on a Rocky Mountain Food Tour
Discover more on our Things to Do page and blog.
