Partner Events

Date: Wednesday, October 14th
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Glen Eyrie Carriage House (4220 Black Canyon Rd)
Cost: FREE, Registration Required

Step into the past to help build a resilient future for tourism.

Join us for our next Master Class on Destination Stewardship, hosted in the historic Glen Eyrie Carriage House. This class will dive deeper into how to support and preserve the Pikes Peak Region for future tourism through:

Cultural & Heritage Preservation
Inclusion & Belonging
Accessibility
Responsible Recreation

You will learn about VCOS’s new stewardship strategy, what great work is happening in our community and how to get involved in Stewarding COS.

VCOS is dedicated to the careful and responsible protection of the region, and we encourage visitors and residents to join us in taking care of this wonderful place we call home. Gather new ideas and leave with a toolkit full of resources on how to be a Steward.

After the class, you will be able to explore the grounds of Glen Eyrie.

See you there!

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Experience an extraordinary evening at the Visit Colorado Springs Tourism Awards Celebration: Cheers to the Years! Presented by Pikes Peak Lodging Association.

Set against the timeless elegance of The Broadmoor's International Center, this year's event promises a night of sophistication, glamour, and well-deserved recognition for the individuals who make the Pikes Peak Region a truly remarkable destination.

Sponsors will kick off the evening in exclusive style with a private VIP cocktail reception featuring live entertainment by the Colorado Springs Philharmonic. Sponsorships are still available, so don't miss your chance to be part of this memorable moment!

Join us for an elegantly plated dinner and awards presentation honoring the outstanding leaders, innovators, and community champions of our local tourism industry. Also being presented is the bi-annual Janet Suthers Olympic City USA Community Service Award, recognizing a Pikes Peak Region community member who personifies the Olympic City USA brand in their work and deeds, enhancing and promoting the city's strong reputation as a vibrant place to live, work, and play.

The evening also holds special significance as we come together to celebrate the remarkable legacy of Visit Colorado Springs' President and CEO, Doug Price, whose passion, vision, and dedication have helped shape our city and region as a premier travel destination. As the evening culminates with an electrifying performance by the SofaKillers, we invite you to hit the dance floor, raise a glass, share in the memories, and send Doug off into his retirement with style.

This is one evening you will not want to miss!

When: Tuesday, November 10 - 5:30 - 9:30 PM
Where: The Broadmoor International Center - 21 Lake Cir
Cost: $175 (advance registration required)
Dress: "100 Years of Cocktail" - we ask you to bring your own interpretation of timeless elegance

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Annual Business Meeting

This annual luncheon is a ticketed event that takes place in Mid-March. It is business/business casual and includes a presentation of the former year's annual business report, update on the current year's industry trends, plus networking.

Tourism Awards Celebration

This gala is a ticketed event that takes place in November. It is a formal occasion that includes dinner, drinks, entertainment and industry recognitions.

Partner Academy Series

This is a free event series that takes place quarterly. It is intended for new partners or those looking for a refresh on partner benefits and opportunities.

Tourism Masterclass Series

This is a free event series that takes place quarterly. It is typically a workshop or presentation-style training that focus on timely and relevant topics for all partner industries.

Partner Mixer Series

This is a ticketed event series that takes place quarterly. It is a relaxed environment for networking and having fun in a group setting.