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 May 2026
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Sun, Jun 21 @ 7:00 am
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
Early Bird Hike & Bike
Jun 24 - Aug 26
Wed, Jun 24 @ 5:00 am
Wed, Jul 29 @ 5:00 am
Wed, Aug 26 @ 5:00 am
Thu, Jun 25 @ 6:00 pm
Fri, Jun 26 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, Jun 26 @ 6:00 pm
Jun 21, 2026
Father's Day with the Wolves
Presented by Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center at Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center Divide, CO
Take a wolf tour and see our fox, wolf and coyote residents. Enjoy a breakfast burrito with Dad. 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 21, 2026
Ladies and Gentlemen, Start Your Engines!
Presented by Manitou Springs Heritage Museum at Manitou Springs Heritage Museum Manitou Springs, CO
The Manitou Springs Heritage Museum invites you to experience Pikes Peak Live, presented by Mobil 1, a broadcast of America’s second-oldest race, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. The live broadcast happens throughout the day. So, bring your own snacks and drinks or enjoy our complimentary breakfast and lunch. 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 22, 2026 - 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 23, 2026
Bird Banding Demonstration
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center 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. Recommended ages 8+. Advanced registration required. Each demonstration will last 45 minutes - 1 hour. No previous experience is necessary for this observational event. 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.
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 - Aug 26, 2026
Early Bird Hike & Bike
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
All normal park rules will be enforced. For safety and per normal park rules, skateboarding and longboards are not allowed. As always, entrance to the park is free. Free Parking. Parking is available at Parking Lot #1, near the park’s main entrance on 30th Street. Additional and accessible parking available at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center as well as the Trading Post. Weather dependent. 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 25, 2026
Moonlight on the Mountain
Presented by Cheyenne Mountain Zoo at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Colorado Springs, CO
Enjoy local musicians performing, celebrate our centennial year with a special drone show and explore the Zoo until 9:30 pm. All event proceeds benefit the care of the Zoo’s animals, and all of our community partners donate the samples for the 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.
Jun 25, 2026
Banning Lewis Ranch Summer Concert Series: The Burroughs
Presented by Banning Lewis Ranch at Vista Park Pavilion Colorado Springs, CO
From humble beginnings covering soul standards in their unlikely hometown of Greeley, Colorado, The Burroughs have traversed a decade of growth and reinvention to become a band that defies odds and transcends categorization. Since 2013, the 9-piece act has lit up stages around the country with their trademark brand of “sweaty soul music,” an invitation for audiences to dance, celebrate, and connect under a unifying and infectious groove. 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 25, 2026
Local Plant Walk
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
This is a guided walk along Gateway Trail focused on the plants, trees and wildflowers found in the Garden of the Gods. Join us to learn about native plants, invasive species, and the relationships between plants, wildlife and humans. Distance is about 1 mile along mostly paved trails. Please note that this is a one-way hike into the Park; participants are encouraged to continue exploring the Central Garden or may return to the Visitor Center with the guide. Weather dependent. 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 26, 2026
Jazz in the Garden Presents: Hennessy 6
Presented by Grace and St. Stephen's Episcopal Church at Grace and St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Colorado Springs, CO
Bringing its unique sound to concert halls, clubs and festivals, the Hennessy 6 showcases its exciting original material to enthusiastic audiences and packed clubs throughout their touring area. Whether performing as a stand-alone sextet or with a full orchestra, the Hennessy 6 explores multiple styles and flavors with versatility and virtuosity. Collectively, the band’s members have appeared alongside numerous luminaries of the music world, including Dave Liebman, Maria Schneider, Joe Walsh, Ernie Watts, John Faddis, Wycliffe Gordon, Vince Gill, and Amy Grant. The 2026 season begins on May 29 at 7pm in the garden at the corner of N. Tejon and Monument Streets., just blocks north of downtown, and continues on alternate Fridays through August 21. Bring a picnic, lawn chairs and blankets, and get ready to spend your evening with the best music to be found in the city–new, old, tried and true you don't want to miss a single one! We'll provide beverages (for donation) and music that will get your toes tapping and fingers snapping. Picnics welcome. Blankets and lawn chairs encouraged. Beverages available. Family-friendly music and atmosphere. Live broadcasts on KCME Jazz 93.5 FM will be available. 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 26, 2026
Grapefruit Moon + Dr Taco Food Truck
Presented by Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Colorado Springs, CO
LIVE at the Lodge is a weekly concert series happening every Friday and Saturday night at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort. Join us for free local live music, great local food trucks, Colorado crafted drinks, and a friendly community of regulars. This Friday is Grapefruit Moon, playing new folk, indie, pop, alt-country & a bit of blues with Tom Tritsch, Jane Turnis, & David Moorefield Limited parking will be available at the back of our property, so please carpool or bike in if possible. 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 26, 2026
Music in the Yard: The Fuzzheads
Presented by Bristol Brewing Company at Bristol Brewing Company Colorado Springs, CO
Chill in the Schoolyard with us every Friday in June and July! Summer vibes abound with live music and Bristolicious beer as the day cools off and the week winds down. Come on over! BYO chairs, but no outside food or drinks Supervised kids and dogs are always welcome! 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.
