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    Santa Claus in and around Colorado Springs

    Santa Claus is Coming to Town — Colorado Springs, That Is…

    We’re sharing all the places you can meet Mr. Claus, share your gift list & let him know whether you’ve been naughty or nice (don’t lie, the dude knows all).

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    Cheyenne Mountain Zoo view of city and Christmas lights at night

    Best Places to See Christmas Lights Around Colorado Springs

    Great places to see Christmas lights around Colorado Springs to get you into the holiday spirit!

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    Holiday Shopping for unique gifts on a Manitou Springs snowy day.

    Unique Gifts from Our Attractions

    Support local shops in Colorado Springs with some of the most unique gifts in the region for this holiday season.

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    Family at Flying W Ranch

    Unique Event Venues in Colorado Springs

    If you have a holiday party, birthday party, wedding or other event, check out these unexpected event venues in Colorado Springs!

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    Grandma and toddler feeding giraffe at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

    Attractions & Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Colorado Springs

    Celebrate turkey day with your loved ones by supporting these local attractions and restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Colorado Springs.

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    Rita the Rockplanter Cripple Creek Troll by Thomas Dambo

    The Colorado Trolls: Rita the Rock Planter and Isak Heartstone

    Meet Rita the Rock Planter and Isak Heartstone, two famous Colorado trolls constructed by recycling artist and activist Thomas Dambo!

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    Royal Gorge Bridge Aerial View

    About Cañon City

    Cañon City is one of the best cities in Southern Colorado for outdoor recreation, geology, history and family fun. Learn about Cañon City ...

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    A coffin on wheels with a Viking rider and several Vikings pushing it in the Emma Crawford coffin race.

    Your Emma Crawford Coffin Race Survival Guide

    Thousands of people flock to the small town every year to participate as cheering fans, racing pallbearers and solemn Emmas.

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    cripple creek fall leaves

    Fall Leaves in Colorado Springs—and Beyond

    It's time to leaf it up my fall foliage aficionados! We've got all the best places for outdoor autumn fun and photo ops.

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