Pikes Peak Region Events
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Regional event calendar
There’s always something happening in the Pikes Peak region. From festivals and live performances to family-friendly fun, our friends at Peak Radar keep track of it all. Explore what’s coming up on their community events calendar.
Events for August 2026
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Wed, Jun 24 @ 6:00 pm
USA Pickleball Golden Ticket
Jun 24 - Jun 28
Wed, Jun 24 @ 8:00 am
Thu, Jun 25 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Jun 26 @ 8:00 am
Sat, Jun 27 @ 8:00 am
Sun, Jun 28 @ 7:00 am
2026 USA Weightlifting National Championships
Jun 24 - Jun 28
Wed, Jun 24 @ 8:00 am
Thu, Jun 25 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Jun 26 @ 8:00 am
Sat, Jun 27 @ 8:00 am
Sun, Jun 28 @ 8:00 am
Food Tour in Downtown Colorado Springs
Jun 24 - Jun 30
Wed, Jun 24 @ 1:00 pm
Thu, Jun 25 @ 1:00 pm
Fri, Jun 26 @ 1:00 pm
Sat, Jun 27 @ 1:00 pm
Sun, Jun 28 @ 1:00 pm
Mon, Jun 29 @ 1:00 pm
Tue, Jun 30 @ 1:00 pm
'The Women of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb'
Jun 24 - Jun 30
Wed, Jun 24 @ 12:00 pm
Thu, Jun 25 @ 12:00 pm
Fri, Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Jun 27 @ 12:00 pm
Sun, Jun 28 @ 12:00 pm
Mon, Jun 29 @ 12:00 pm
Tue, Jun 30 @ 12:00 pm
Manitou Springs Library Summer Lawn Concert Series
Jun 24 - Jul 22
Wed, Jun 24 @ 6:00 pm
Wed, Jul 1 @ 6:00 pm
Wed, Jul 8 @ 6:00 pm
Wed, Jul 15 @ 6:00 pm
Wed, Jul 22 @ 6:00 pm
Concerts in the Park
Jun 24 - Jul 29
Wed, Jun 24 @ 6:30 pm
Wed, Jul 8 @ 6:30 pm
Wed, Jul 15 @ 6:30 pm
Wed, Jul 22 @ 6:30 pm
Wed, Jul 29 @ 6:30 pm
Wednesday Morning Guided Walks in the Garden of the Gods
Jun 24 - Jul 29
Wed, Jun 24 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 1 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 8 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 15 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 22 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 29 @ 9:30 am
Summer Living History Program
Jun 24 - Aug 15
Wed, Jun 24 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Jun 25 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Jun 26 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Jun 27 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Jul 1 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Jul 2 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Jul 3 @ 10:00 am
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Jun 24, 2026
Junior Ranger Walk
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Jr. Ranger booklet and awards included! Join Park Interpreter and Jr. Ranger co-author Jennifer Heiny for this family-friendly walk! After a brief introduction inside, families will leisurely walk out into the Park from the Visitor and Nature Center. This informal walk will be loosely focused on the Junior Ranger booklet and can cover anything we are seeing. Sunscreen, sturdy shoes and water recommended! If there is inclement weather, the focus will shift to just indoors with touch tables and museum challenges. Meet in the Red Rocks Room on the second floor. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026
Pro Football Camp
Presented by Pro Football Camp at John Venezia Community Park Colorado Springs, CO
Current and former NFL, EFL and Pro Women football athletes from teams across the leagues—including Colorado Springs native JoJo Domann, LB and Matt Henningsen, DE Broncos —are volunteering their time and talents to help coach the 21st annual Pro Football Camp! For the past 20 years, Pro Football Camp has created an instructional, fun, and uplifting experience for kids 7 - 14 years old in the Colorado Springs area. More than 6,100 kids have learned not only football skills but also developed character traits off-the-field from listening to NFL athletes coaching at the Pro Football Camp, who share their stories of perseverance, respect, and overcoming adversity in their lives. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026
Craft+Beats: Painted Tote Bags
Presented by Hobnob Hobby Club at Kinship Landing Colorado Springs, CO
We're all about reusable bags, so why not make them personalized by painting your own? Perfect for the farmers market, a library haul, a day at the pool, or anything else you can think of! These totes are big and sturdy (17"x13"x5") and you can decorate them with paint, brushes, stencils, paint markers, stamps, and more! Pinterest is full of inspiration if you're stuck and instruction, guidance, and encouragement is happily provided. PLUS, we're bring the VIBE by hosting at the gorgeous Kinship Landing and featuring the only female all-vinyl DJ in town, Astral Selector. Come solo, bring your friend, your partner, or your mom! Delicious food and beverage available from Homa Cafe+Bar. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026 - Jun 26, 2026
June Exhibits
Presented by Auric Art Gallery at Auric Gallery Colorado Springs, CO
June art exhibit featuring three artisits. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
USA Pickleball Golden Ticket
Presented by Pikes Peak Pickleball Association (INACTIVE) at Peak Pickleball Colorado Springs, CO
The USA Pickleball Golden Ticket – Colorado Springs presented by Tradier is an official USA Pickleball Nationals Qualifier hosted at Peak Pickleball from June 24–28, 2026. Players from across the country will compete in this sanctioned MMP-level tournament for the opportunity to earn a Golden Ticket qualification to the 2026 USA Pickleball National Championships. The event will feature Men’s and Women’s Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles, and Junior divisions across multiple age groups and skill levels. Tournament play will include round robin competition leading into playoff brackets with referees present for all matches. Medals will be awarded across divisions, and all matches will be played indoors on hard courts using Franklin X-40 Performance pickleballs. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
2026 USA Weightlifting National Championships
Presented by USA Weightlifting at Ed Robson Arena Colorado Springs, CO
USA Weightlifting’s premier event, the 2026 National Championships Week, returns to Colorado Springs from Saturday, June 20, through Sunday, June 28, at Ed Robson Arena. The nine-day competition will feature the Senior, Junior, U25, and Youth National Championships, bringing together more than 1,500 athletes from across the country. Fans will have the opportunity to watch many of the nation’s top weightlifters compete for national titles, including Olympic gold medalist Olivia Reeves and rising Team USA standout Kolbi Ferguson. The event also serves as an important stepping stone for athletes pursuing opportunities on the international stage and working toward the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. As one of the largest weightlifting events in the country, the National Championships highlights the continued growth of the sport in the United States and celebrates the strength of Team USA following recent international success, including the USA Women’s Team earning the team title at the 2025 World Championships. For more information, visit USA Weightlifting's website: https://www.usaweightlifting.org/2026-national-championships This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Food Tour in Downtown Colorado Springs
Presented by Rocky Mountain Food Tours at Antlers Hotel Colorado Springs, CO
We’ll handpick five of our favorite eateries – from tucked-away treasures to artisan stops – where you will enjoy purposefully selected, interactive tastings. Sink your teeth into a juicy burger, savor Colorado green chiles, and relax with cool mountain-churned ice cream, all with Pikes Peak overhead. Say goodbye to your planning anxiety as we promise to lead you straight to the culinary highlights. This tour is food-forward but does feature Colorado craft beer, wine, and cocktails. Elevate your experience by adding the drink package ($20), which includes three pre-paired alcoholic or premium non-alcoholic beverages. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
'The Women of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb'
Presented by Manitou Springs Heritage Museum at Manitou Springs Heritage Museum Manitou Springs, CO
The Manitou Springs Heritage Museum will present “The Women of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb” leading up to the June 21 race. Learn more about Loni Unser, who continues to blaze the trail for her legendary racing family, and other pioneering women including Michelle Mouton, who paved the way for her female successors. The exhibit will include exciting race photos, including ones taken by Pulitzer Prize winner Robert Jackson. Watch our collection of PPIHC videos, including the award-winning “The Ari Vatanen Climb Dance” and the “Vahsholtz Family: 3 Generations of Racing to the Clouds.” Enjoy our Hill Climb artifacts and ephemera, including an authentic 1922 vintage race car. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026 - Jul 22, 2026
Manitou Springs Library Summer Lawn Concert Series
Presented by PPLD: Manitou Springs Library at Manitou Spring Library Manitou Springs, CO
Concerts will be on Wednesdays in June and July, 6 - 7:30 p.m., and will be held outdoors on the lawn of the Manitou Springs Carnegie Library. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be canceled, with announcements on ppld.org. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026 - Jul 29, 2026
Concerts in the Park
Presented by Town of Monument at Limbach Park Monument, CO
Join us in Limbach Park in Downtown Monument, every Wednesday in June and July (excluding July 1st) from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm for a free, family-friendly concert! A different band every week, along with some great food trucks! See you out there. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026 - Jul 29, 2026
Wednesday Morning Guided Walks in the Garden of the Gods
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Experience the Park’s natural beauty and unique features by joining this expanded guided nature walk. Participants will enjoy an introduction along Gateway Trail to the Central Garden’s most remarkable sights. The walk will cover about one mile over smooth, paved trails and will typically last around 90 minutes. Upon arrival at the Central Garden, participants may continue with the guide for further exploration, or continue to explore independently. Those who prefer can also return to the Visitor Center with the guide. Weather dependent. Additional parking is available across the street in Parking Lot #1. Please give yourself time to park and walk to the Visitor and Nature Center. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Jun 24, 2026 - Aug 15, 2026
Summer Living History Program
Presented by Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site at Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site Colorado Springs, CO
Visit us and experience Colorado history in style here at Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site. Learn about Native American trade at the American Indian Area. Make a cornhusk doll at the Homestead Cabin. Discover the hard-working and ingenuous spirit of early pioneer homesteaders and farmers in our 1880s Garden. Perfect your skills at Victorian games and tour the 1870s Rock Ledge House. Listen to the rhythmic ‘clink, clink’ of the blacksmith’s hammer hitting the anvil as you immerse yourself in the life of an 1890s blacksmith. Explore the 1907 Orchard House while you learn about life for Edwardian servants and upper-class citizens of Colorado Springs. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
