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 July 2026
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Sat, Aug 8 @ 10:00 am
Colorado Sesquicentennial Celebration
Presented by Catamount Institute at Catamount Institute
Aug 08
Sat, Aug 8 @ 11:00 am
Sat, Aug 8 @ 10:00 am
Mountain Arts Festival
Aug 08 - Aug 09
Mountain Arts Festival
Presented by Mountain Artists at Memorial Park, Woodland Park
Aug 08 - Aug 09
Sat, Aug 8 @ 9:00 am
Sun, Aug 9 @ 9:00 am
Aug 08, 2026
Tacos & Tequila Festival
Presented by Social House Entertainment at UCHealth Park Colorado Springs, CO
A nostalgia-fueled celebration of early-2000s hip-hop and R&B, the festival pairs chart-topping performances with Colorado Springs’ best taco vendors, craft margaritas, tequila tastings, lucha libre wrestling, and immersive festival experiences. Produced by Social House Entertainment, Tacos & Tequila Festival transforms UCHealth Park into the ultimate throwback day-party — where music lovers, taco fans, and good-time chasers come together for an unforgettable celebration of flavor, sound, and nostalgia. Beyond the stage, Tacos & Tequila Festival brings together Colorado Springs’ top taco vendors, craft margaritas, tequila tastings, and high-energy entertainment including: The Area’s Best Tacos & Street Eats Craft Margaritas Lucha Libre Wrestling Matches Chihuahua Beauty Pageant Exotic Car Showcase. Instagramm-able Art Installations & Photo Ops This event is 21+. 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.
Aug 08, 2026
Super Saturday - Farming & Ranching
Presented by Western Museum of Mining and Industry at Western Museum of Mining and Industry Colorado Springs, CO
In the 1890s, Reynolds Ranch was a thriving dairy farm and apple orchard at the foot of Pikes Peak. Today, you can experience that history firsthand. Join WMMI for Farming & Ranching Super Saturday — a family-friendly celebration of Colorado's agricultural roots, with unique exhibitors, live outdoor machinery demonstrations, and so much more. Experience the unique history of Colorado on the last Victorian farmhouse in Colorado Springs. The Reynolds Ranch House is the lone remnant of the former town of Husted, Colorado. Explore and celebrate USA 250/CO 150 on this historic site. 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.
Aug 08, 2026
3D Archery Competition
Presented by Valor Archery Challenge at Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex Fort Carson, CO
🔥🏹 NEW FOR 2026 — COMPETITION IS COMING TO FORT CARSON! 🏹🔥 Think you've got what it takes? Join Valor Archery Challenge for a 3D Archery Competition unlike anything else in Southern Colorado. 🎯 25+ target course 🎯 Modified ASA scoring 🎯 No rangefinders allowed 🎯 Bowhunter, Traditional, and Youth divisions 🎯 Prizes and novelty shots 🏆 Class winners take home a trophy AND a 2027 Valor Archery Challenge Season Pass! Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just looking to test your skills in a fun environment, this is your chance to step to the stake and see where you stack up. 📅 August 8 📍 Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex, Fort Carson, Colorado 🏹 Shoot #ValorArcheryChallenge #3DArcheryEvent #ArcheryCompetition #ColoradoArchery #ArcheryLife 🏆🎯🔥
Aug 08, 2026
Rocky Mountain Flower Fest
Presented by Gather Mountain Blooms at Venetucci Farm at Venetucci Farm Colorado Springs, CO
Join us for Rocky Mountain Flower Fest, a summer evening celebration where live music, blooming fields, and community come together at our flower farm in the foothills of Pikes Peak. Featuring: Grass it Up and Patchwork Jack Set against rows of seasonal flowers and sweeping mountain views, this festival blends the relaxed beauty of the farm with the energy of live bluegrass, Americana, and folk music. Wander the fields, gather flowers, enjoy local food and drink, and soak in the joy of a Colorado summer night. What You’ll Experience Live local music throughout the afternoon and evening. Flower picking and flower crown making. Photo-worthy flower installations. Artisan market featuring local makers. Face painting. Food trucks and craft beer. Line dancing and space to kick up your boots. A family-friendly farm atmosphere with room to roam, relax, and connect. Rocky Mountain Flower Fest is more than a music event — it’s a celebration of agriculture, creativity, and community in the heart of Colorado Springs. Come spend the day on the farm, support local artists and musicians, and make memories surrounded by flowers. 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.
Aug 08, 2026
Black Forest Festival
Presented by Black Forest Community Club at Black Forest Community Center Colorado Springs, CO
The Black Forest Festival offers live music, shopping from community artisans, food from local vendors, demonstrations on rural traditions such as wool-spinning, a petting zoo and pony rides for the young at heart, and the popular Black Forest Festival Parade. The Black Forest Festival is organized by a team of dedicated volunteers, and we are always looking for new people to join our volunteer team. 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.
Aug 08, 2026
Colorado Sesquicentennial Celebration
Presented by Catamount Institute at Catamount Institute Colorado Springs, CO
Family fun day at Catamount Institute to celebrate Colorado's 150th anniversary. We will have a picnic, learn about Colorado, and do a fun take-home craft. You won't want to miss this celebration! 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.
Aug 08, 2026
Back to Fool Comedy Show
Presented by Oxymorons Comedy at COS City Hub Colorado Springs, CO
*We've Moved To A New Location* To Cos City Hub, 1 block East of Academy at 4304 Austin Bluffs Pkwy 80918 (behind Starbucks). The comedy's still clean and funny and the laughs are louder because of our new, bigger, techier venue with wine & beer service too! Start the school year with a bigger smile on your face with free door prize drawings where you could win Cave of the Winds Zip Lines, Rock Climbing, Ultraviolet or Haunted Lantern tours and more! Or soar, walk or tram 1,000' high over the Arkansas River at the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park! Drive and enjoy Pikes Peak, America's Mountain among wildlife to the top for the best donuts around! Enjoy dinner for two at Chuy's Tex Mex restaurant! Go video Valhalla at Dave & Buster's! Cherish delightful Rocky Mountain Chocolate! Or go crazy good eatin' at Teriyaki Madness! It's all part of the fun brought to you by Oxymorons Comedy, COS City Hub and Patricia Beck, Realtor! 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.
Aug 08, 2026
Morning Maniac Music at the Museum featuring Bryant Jones
Presented by Manitou Springs Heritage Museum at Manitou Springs Heritage Museum Manitou Springs, CO
Manitou resident Bryant Jones is known as “the Piano Man” and has played with many area bands for more than 50 years. The piano has been the connective thread throughout Bryant’s life. The museum is honored to host this incredible musician and invite you to join us while enjoying a complimentary breakfast and refreshments. 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.
Aug 08, 2026 - Aug 09, 2026
41st Annual Mountain Arts Festival
Presented by Mountain Artists at Memorial Park, Woodland Park Woodland Park, CO
Come to beautiful Woodland Park for the weekend of August 8 & 9 for the 41st Annual Mountain Arts Festival. Located in Memorial Park in the 'City above the Clouds" the summer weather is a comfortable 10 degrees cooler than Colorado Springs. In addition to the art, there will be some fabulous local food trucks and live music to swing to. Don't forget that Memorial Park has a great kids playground and kiddie river to play in as well. Produced by the Mountain Artists. See our website: themountainartists.org We hope to see you on the mountain this August! 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.
Aug 08, 2026 - Aug 09, 2026
Mountain Arts Festival
Presented by Mountain Artists at Memorial Park, Woodland Park Woodland Park, CO
Come celebrate 41 years of the Mountain Arts Festival in beautiful Woodland Park, where stunning views of Pikes Peak set the perfect backdrop for a day of art, music, and good food. Up to 100 local and regional artists will be on hand showing and selling their original work — a great opportunity to find something truly one-of-a-kind. Only 18 miles up US 24 from Colorado Springs, Woodland Park is an easy escape from the summer heat — with temperatures running a cool 10 degrees lower. Bring the whole family, grab a bite from our food vendors, enjoy live music, and let the kids burn off some energy on the park's awesome playground. 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.
Aug 09, 2026
Summer Sizzler
Presented by Bodies Race Company at Norris Penrose Colorado Springs, CO
More Than a Run! Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way. Run your race, your way. 5K/10K/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) 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.
Aug 11, 2026
Bird Banding
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site Colorado Springs, CO
Join Dr. Claire Ramos and her students from Colorado State University Pueblo as we learn about the birds of the Garden of the Gods. During this bird banding demonstration, you will learn how her team safely catches birds and collects scientific information, while getting to observe the birds up close. No previous experience is necessary for this event. Advanced registration required. There will be 2 demonstrations, beginning at 7 am and at 8 am. Each demonstration will last approximately 1 hour. This program is weather-dependent and will be cancelled in the event of poor weather for the safety of the birds 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.
