Olympic City USA

In Olympic City USA, you don't just WATCH the Games – you experience them for yourself!


Welcome to Colorado Springs – your hub for epic, Olympic & Paralympic-centered adventure! Home to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center, 26 National Governing Bodies of Sport (NGBs) AND the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, there's no shortage of Team USA adventure in the city where Olympic & Paralympic dreams begin.

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Welcome to Olympic City USA

An Olympic & Paralympic Epicenter

The Olympic Ideals of Excellence, Friendship and Respect, and the Paralympic Ideals of Courage, Determination, Equality and Inspiration transcend sports and are infused daily throughout this vibrant community.

Athletes and coaches, like Missy Franklin, Michael Phelps and Apolo Ohno, have long recognized Colorado Springs as the epicenter of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Movements. The Region boasts incredible natural training grounds, inspirational views and vistas and a commitment to excellence that transcends sports and infuses itself in our educational, medical, technological and cultural assets.

Embark on a Team USA-inspired adventure with our Olympic & Paralympic-themed itinerary.

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Take Home Olympic City USA Swag

Wear your love for Colorado Springs on your sleeve and take home a memory from your visit by shopping the Olympic City USA collection at ShopCOS.org.

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Can't Miss Events

From Downtown Celebrations to Olympic-sized deals and experiences, Colorado Springs has exactly what you need to get into the spirit of Team USA.

July 27, 2024

Enjoy the Paris Olympics kickoff with sports and cultural demonstrations, live music and community engagement from 40+ partners and vendors. Watch Olympic competitions on the big screen in the Museum Plaza. Bike to the fest with PikeRide's free valet service and use the code TEAMUSA for a free 20-minute ride. Don't miss this exciting celebration of Team USA!

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July 26: 11:30 a.m. // Olympic Opening Ceremony: Enjoy live coverage of the 2024 Paris Games Opening Ceremony on the Museum’s 40-foot LED wall and the convenience of mobile ordering from Flame Café

July 27: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. // Free Downtown Summer Fest: In partnership with the Colorado Springs Sports Corp, this free event in front of the museum will be a citywide celebration for all ages. Tickets are required to enter the museum. Click here to learn more.

Aug. 1: 1:30-3 p.m. // Carly Patterson Meet & Greet: 2004 Olympic all-around champion Carly Patterson will be meeting with guests and signing autographs.

Aug. 2: All Day// Live Olympic-Themed Painting: Olympic City USA Task Force Co-Chair Bernard Sandoval will be painting a new Olympic-themed piece throughout the day. Sandoval will add to his Olympic collection which includes paintings of Peggy Fleming, Jesse Owens, Bonnie Blair, Ruben Gonzalez, and Jim Thorpe.

Aug. 3: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. // Paris Games Free, Outdoor Watch Party: Cheer on Team USA for the free, outdoor watch party on the giant screen. There will be beverages available and mobile ordering from Flame Café. Museum access will require a ticket.

Aug. 9: TBD // USA Fencing Paralympic Media Day: Join us as USA Fencing hosts its media day at the museum for the 2024 U.S. Paralympic Fencing Team. The six Paralympians will engage with the media and share their inspiring stories with guests.

Aug. 11: TBD // Olympic Closing Ceremony Watch Carty: Witness the Closing Ceremony live on the Museum's impressive 40-foot LED wall and take advantage of mobile ordering from Flame Café.

Aug. 28 Starting at 11 a.m. // Paralympic Opening Ceremony Watch Party: Catch the live coverage of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Opening Ceremony on the LED wall, with the convenience of mobile ordering from Flame Café.

Aug. 31: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. // Paralympic Day Celebration: Enjoy the Paralympic Closing Ceremony live broadcast on the Museum's 40-foot LED wall, with the convenience of mobile ordering from Flame Café.

Sept. 8: TBD // Paralympic Closing Ceremony Watch Party: Enjoy live coverage of the Closing Ceremony on the Museum’s 40-foot LED wall and the convenience of mobile ordering from Flame Café.

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Olympic-Sized Deals & Discounts

Gold Medal Food Tour + Museum Experience

Celebrate the summer Games with a new pop-up tour from Rocky Mountain Food Tours! Beginning Friday, July 26, this specialty lunch tour will feature global cuisine from four restaurants. Each guest will also receive a ticket to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum.

Dates: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays | July 26 - August 18, 2024
Time: 11:30am - 2:30pm
Cost: $99 for Adult Tickets (ages 13+), $89 for Child Tickets (ages 5-12)

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Gold Medal Getaway at The Mining Exchange

Medal up in Olympic City USA with The Mining Exchange's Gold Medal Getaway. Enjoy a sparkling welcome drink at the dreamy Golden Hour bar upon your arrival and get two complimentary tickets to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum.

Limitations: Two night minimum. Choose from golden ale, champagne on draft, or a sparkling mocktail at Golden Hour. Blackout dates and certain conditions apply.

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Explore Olympic City USA

Where to Stay

From bed and breakfasts to vacation homes to hotels to campgrounds, we have just the right…

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Attractions

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Outdoor Adventures

Breathe in the fresh mountain air as you discover new adventures in our outdoor wonderland.

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Areas & Communities

Discover the fantastic and unique communities in and around Colorado Springs.

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