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 September 2026
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Creek Week
Sep 28 - Oct 04
Mon, Sep 28 @ 8:00 am
Tue, Sep 29 @ 8:00 am
Wed, Sep 30 @ 8:00 am
Thu, Oct 1 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Oct 2 @ 8:00 am
Sat, Oct 3 @ 8:00 am
Sun, Oct 4 @ 8:00 am
10th Annual Autumn & Art Show and Sale
Sep 28 - Oct 04
Mon, Sep 28 @ 10:00 am
Tue, Sep 29 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Sep 30 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 1 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Oct 2 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Oct 3 @ 10:00 am
Sun, Oct 4 @ 10:00 am
The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show
Sep 28 - Oct 17
Mon, Sep 28 @ 5:00 pm
Thu, Oct 1 @ 5:00 pm
Fri, Oct 2 @ 5:00 pm
Sat, Oct 3 @ 5:00 pm
Sun, Oct 4 @ 5:00 pm
Thu, Oct 8 @ 5:00 pm
Fri, Oct 9 @ 5:00 pm
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'The Wall' — A Montage of First Amendment Rights
Sep 28 - Dec 31
Mon, Sep 28 @ 12:00 pm
Tue, Sep 29 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Sep 30 @ 12:00 pm
Thu, Oct 1 @ 12:00 pm
Fri, Oct 2 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Oct 3 @ 12:00 pm
Sun, Oct 4 @ 12:00 pm
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Tue, Sep 29 @ 6:00 pm
Southeast Farmers Market
Sep 30 - Oct 11
Wed, Sep 30 @ 11:00 am
Sun, Oct 4 @ 11:00 am
Wed, Oct 7 @ 11:00 am
Sun, Oct 11 @ 11:00 am
Colorado Farm and Art Market
Sep 30 - Oct 21
Wed, Sep 30 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Oct 7 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Oct 14 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Oct 21 @ 3:00 pm
Thu, Oct 1 @ 5:00 pm
Haunted Manitou Historic Downtown Ghost Tour
Oct 01 - Oct 31
Thu, Oct 1 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Oct 1 @ 9:00 pm
Fri, Oct 2 @ 7:30 pm
Fri, Oct 2 @ 9:00 pm
Sat, Oct 3 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Oct 3 @ 9:00 pm
Sun, Oct 4 @ 7:30 pm
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Cripple Creek and Victor Mine Tours
Oct 01 - Oct 31
Thu, Oct 1 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 1 @ 1:00 pm
Fri, Oct 2 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Oct 2 @ 1:00 pm
Sat, Oct 3 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Oct 3 @ 1:00 pm
Sun, Oct 4 @ 10:00 am
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Sep 28, 2026 - Oct 02, 2026
Charles Rockey Print Silent Auction
Presented by Creative Alliance Manitou Springs (CRANE) at Manitou Art Center Manitou Springs, CO
For Arts Month, CRANE presents 12 generously donated original prints by the late, renowned Manitou artist Charles Rockey. The proceeds of this auction will go towards CRANE's fund to purchase permanent art for the Community of Manitou Springs. 11 pieces are hand-colored, signed prints of a bridge dated 2017. The images are 7.0625" x 9" on 8.5" x 11 parchment paper. 4 of these prints are also numbered. 1 piece is an engraving, which includes a poem titled "The Last Great Tree" and is signed and numbered (18/35). The image measures 8.5" x 11.75" and is printed on an 11" x 17" sheet of paper with a Rives watermark. This image and poem appear in Rockey's book "Love Songs of Middle-Time" 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.
Sep 28, 2026 - Oct 04, 2026
Creek Week
Presented by Fountain Creek Watershed District at Acacia Park Colorado Springs, CO
Creek Week is the largest watershed-wide clean-up in the state of Colorado. Creek Week volunteers remove litter along a creek, trail, park, or open space throughout the Fountain Creek Watershed and beyond. All ages and abilities are invited to join a clean-up crew. Get outdoors, get active, and get busy creating positive change for your community and those living downstream. 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.
Sep 28, 2026 - Oct 04, 2026
10th Annual Autumn & Art Show and Sale
Presented by Cripple Creek Heritage Center at Cripple Creek Heritage Center Cripple Creek, CO
The Cripple Creek Art Alliance is celebrating its 10th annual Autumn & Art show and sale. These local artists bring pen and ink, acrylics, watercolors, pottery, photography and jewelry to the show. All artwork is for sale. The Cripple Creek Heritage Center is proud to host this event and it is FREE to the public. There will be an artist reception and celebration on Saturday, September 26th starting at noon. Light refreshments will be served. 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.
Sep 28, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show
Presented by Flying W Ranch at Flying W Ranch Colorado Springs, CO
For over 70 years, the Flying W Ranch has been welcoming guests of all ages to Colorado Springs’ only Chuckwagon Dinner Show—a Western tradition unlike anything else in the region. Loosen your belt and fill up your tin plate with a hearty cowboy-style barbecue dinner with all the fixins’ – served the classic chuckwagon way. Then get ready for a lively evening of stirring Western music and humorous tall tales from the Flying W Wranglers, the second-oldest Western band in the world. The show this year features a special 150/250 celebration of our State's and Nation's birthday. Arrive early to explore the Western Grounds, meet our friendly ranch animals, try your hand at roping and other cowboy skills, do some shopping, and see vibrant demonstrations by Osage Nation dancers. It’s a night of food, music, and frontier charm your family will never forget. 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.
Sep 28, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
'The Wall' — A Montage of First Amendment Rights
Presented by Manitou Springs Heritage Museum at Manitou Springs Heritage Museum Manitou Springs, CO
The Manitou Springs Heritage Museum is excited to launch a new exhibit, “The Wall — A Montage of First Amendment Rights.” See this incredible and controversial collection showing hundreds of historical buttons, posters, images and ephemera representing our country’s right to Constitutional protections and expression under the First Amendment. The exhibit also will include Rhonda S. Van Pelt's photos of Manitou Springs protests. 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.
Sep 29, 2026
Old Colorado City Summer Concert Series
Presented by Dizzy Charlie's Music & Events at Bancroft Park in Old Colorado City Colorado Springs, CO
Weekly music 6-8 pm with blues, jazz and rock cover bands rotating each week. Grab a picnic from your favorite local OCC restaurant and don’t forget your lawn chair or blanket. Brought to you by Dizzy Charlie’s and Pikes Peak Blues Community, Inc. June 2 Heavy Devils June 9 Stevie P and the Hard Road June 16 Treo June 23 Hurricane Dave and the Stormchasers June 30 Ute Pass Playboys July 7 Johnny Long July 14 High Drive Bluegrass July 21 StoneFish July 28 The Truth Project Band August 4 Dina Baker and the King Stan Band August 11 el paso county outlaw band August 18 Hoodoo Honey August 25 Randy Stephens & the Groovemakers Sept 1 Deep End Sept 8 Grapefuit Moon Sept 15 UTurn Brass Sept 22 PPJASS Sept 29 Runners Band 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.
Sep 30, 2026 - Oct 11, 2026
Southeast Farmers Market
Presented by Southeast Food Coalition at Southeast Food Coalition Colorado Springs, CO
As a market with a purpose, the Southeast Farmers Market focuses on strengthening the local economy while creating meaningful opportunities for community engagement. Visitors can shop fresh produce, locally made products, handcrafted goods, and specialty foods while enjoying food trucks, family-friendly activities, educational opportunities, and community resources. 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.
Sep 30, 2026 - Oct 21, 2026
Colorado Farm and Art Market
Presented by Colorado Farm and Art Market at The Meanwhile Block Colorado Springs, CO
Local growers, ranchers, and farmers with fresh produce, meats, and more. Artisanal food vendors offering sweet treats, pickled veggies, jams, and baked goods. A wide variety of hand-crafted art, jewelry, and other one-of-a-kind items. 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.
Oct 01, 2026
Design Week 2026 - Speaker Double Header
Presented by AIGA Colorado Springs at The Wolf Den Colorado Springs, CO
Kicking things off is Trevor Kinkade (@trevorkinkadedesign). Many of you may know Trevor as a former Colorado Springs resident, but he's recently been running his design business while traveling full-time around the world. He's got an interesting story to tell and we're excited he's back "home" for Design Week! Visit Trevor’s Website Our keynote speaker is the one and only Adam Vicarel (@adamvicarel)! Adam runs Vicarel Studios, a multi-faceted design studio that works on everything from branding to packaging to murals. Adam has tremendous insights and a ton of advice. He's passionate about sharing his story with the creative community, and we can't wait for what he has to say at the event! Visit Adam’s Website Thanks to the Wolf Den (@thewolfdencos) and Wolf & Key Marketing (@wolfandkey) for sponsoring this event! 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.
Oct 01, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Haunted Manitou Historic Downtown Ghost Tour
Presented by Haunted Manitou at Manitou Springs Memorial Park Manitou Springs, CO
Step beyond the veil and wander the shadowed streets of Manitou Springs on a 75-minute haunted walking tour filled with chilling legends, forgotten history, and restless spirits that refuse to leave the mountains behind. As twilight settles over downtown, your guide will lead you through dimly lit alleyways and streets to view historic buildings, and explore hidden corners where strange encounters have been whispered about for generations. Hear tales of ghostly apparitions, curses, witchcraft, and the lingering energy said to haunt the springs themselves. From eerie Victorian-era stories to spine-tingling paranormal sightings, every stop reveals another layer of Manitou’s haunted past. You may feel a cold breath at your shoulder… hear footsteps where no one walks… or catch a glimpse of something watching from the darkness. Perfect for believers, skeptics, thrill-seekers, and curious wanderers alike, this spirited adventure blends history, mystery, humor, and just the right amount of fear into an unforgettable evening beneath the shadow of the Rockies. Come walk with the spirits… if you dare. 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.
Oct 01, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Cripple Creek and Victor Mine Tours
Presented by Victor Lowell Thomas Museum at Victor Lowell Thomas Museum Victor, CO
Visitors to the historic gold camps of Cripple Creek and Victor now have an opportunity to explore the region’s rich mining legacy through exciting modern mine tours that showcase both historic traditions and today’s large-scale gold mining operations. Set high in the scenic mountains west of Pikes Peak, the Cripple Creek & Victor Mining District remains one of Colorado’s most productive gold regions. Guests can experience firsthand how modern mining technology works while learning about the district’s legendary gold rush history that transformed the area in the late 1890s. 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.
Oct 02, 2026
Colorado Composers: Celebrating 150 Years
Presented by ChoralSong of Colorado Springs at Broadmoor Community Church Colorado Springs, CO
Join us for a delightful tour through the works of Colorado’s outstanding choral composers, including Cecil Effinger, Kate Janzen, Jean Berger, Judith Kramer, James Erb, and George Lynn. The concert will also feature the world premiere of the winning work from our Colorado Composers Competition. 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.
