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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Thu, Sep 24 @ 6:00 pm
Fri, Sep 25 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Sep 26 @ 11:30 am
Sep 20, 2026
The Play Crawl
Presented by Funky Little Theater Company at Old Colorado City History Center Colorado Springs, CO
Funky's third Play Crawl hits the streets of Old Colorado City this September. Ten mini plays are written for spaces around Old Colorado City including the Old Colorado Historical Society, Meraki Springs, 45 Degrees Gallery, The Queen's TEApothecary, Westside Laundry, Bon Tons Cafe, Mountain Man Fruit & Nut Co, and Carnelian Coffee. Playwrights have been given actors and locations to create a new four-minute play. Audiences will meet up with their guide and be led around to each performance. The last two times we did this it SOLD OUT, don't miss it this year! 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 21, 2026
Raptors of Colorado
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Have you ever wondered what makes falcons the fastest animals in the world? Can owls really turn their head all the way around? Birds of prey have fascinated humans for thousands of years and have been important symbols (both positive and negative) in cultures throughout the world. This program on raptors in Colorado will introduce participants to these fascinating animals by discussing their unique adaptations, their individual hunting strategies, and their conservation challenges. This program will take place on the second floor of the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center. Please note that there are no live animals in this program. 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 24, 2026
Tails, Tunes & Tastes
Presented by Cheyenne Mountain Zoo at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Colorado Springs, CO
Tails, Tunes & Tastes tickets now include unlimited small plates. Enjoy a magical evening on the mountain, exclusively reserved for ages 21 and up. Local musicians will set the mood as you explore the Zoo. Tickets include unlimited small plates and two drink tickets. Cash bars also available. (No one under age 21 will be permitted, including no children or infants.) Visit cmzoo.org/tails for all the details. 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 24, 2026
Yoga in the Barn
Presented by Gather Mountain Blooms at Venetucci Farm at Venetucci Farm Colorado Springs, CO
After yoga, you will wander the farm cutting flowers to make a fresh and seasonal bouquet to bring home. Enjoy a beautiful Thursday evening on the farm with yoga and flowers. In partnership with Root Center for Yoga 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 24, 2026
Colorado College Women's Soccer vs. Hawai'i
Presented by Colorado College at Stewart Field Colorado Springs, CO
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to fill the hill at Stewart Field and cheer on CC Women’s Soccer! Free admission, Division I action, incredible views, fun and engaging atmosphere for all ages! Be sure to stop by the CC information tent at the top of the hill to learn more about CC athletics. Stay connected and catch every Colorado College Women’s Soccer game by subscribing to MW+: https://watch.themw.com/colorado-college/. GO TIGERS! 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 25, 2026
Celebrate Dolly Parton Day With a FREE Book for Kids!
Presented by Wild Birds Unlimited at Wild Birds Unlimited Colorado Springs, CO
We’ve heard that Friday, September 25, is going to be known as Dolly Parton Day, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by doing something Dolly has championed for years: putting books into the hands of children! Through her incredible Imagination Library, Dolly Parton has helped millions of children discover the joy of reading. We share that same passion for encouraging kids to be curious, learn, explore, and fall in love with books. So, inspired by Dolly, we’re inviting local families to bring your little ones to Wild Birds Unlimited on Friday, September 25, and let them choose a FREE book to take home! Come browse, visit with us, and let your little reader find a story that catches their imagination. Whether it’s about birds, animals, adventure, friendship, or something completely unexpected, we hope they find a new favorite! One free book per child. Let’s celebrate Dolly Parton Day by sharing something that can last a lifetime: the love of a good book! 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 25, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026
Bristol's Oktoberfest
Presented by Bristol Brewing Company at Bristol Brewing Company Colorado Springs, CO
Friday, Sept. 25, 6-10pm (21+) Our 21+ night kicks off with Bavarian dancers, drinking games and contests, and a lively polka DJ to keep you entertained all night long under the lights of our festival tent. Saturday, Sept. 26, 11am-3pm (Family-friendly) On Saturday, bring the whole family for a large-scale, family-fun celebration. Enjoy delicious German food, join contests for prizes, and dance to the tunes of a live polka band. Another incredible Bavarian dance team will take the stage to showcase traditional moves everyone will love. 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 26, 2026
Rock on The Mesa
Presented by A Music Company Inc. at Gold Hill Mesa Community Center Colorado Springs, CO
Rock on the Mesa is a FREE one day music festival featuring the top rock bands from Colorado. • Steely Dead • Zeppelin Alive • Grizzly Gopher This free event is fun for the whole family. Don't forget to bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. There will be food trucks and for those 21+ alcohol 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.
Sep 26, 2026
Pikes Peak Sunrise Opening
Presented by Pikes Peak - America's Mountain at Pikes Peak - America's Mountain Cascade, CO
Advance purchase is required. Each vehicle must have a timed-entry permit and Sunrise admission ticket purchased online before arrival. Tickets will not be sold at the Gateway, and access to the North Slope Recreation Area will not be available during event hours. Prefer to leave the driving to us? Shuttle tickets are available! Shuttles depart from the North Pole parking lot, located 0.3 miles before the Pikes Peak entrance, and travel directly to the summit. The Pikes Peak Gateway will open early for special sunrise events, so please take note of your arrival time when purchasing tickets. Before you go, please prepare for the mountain drive and summit conditions: • Avoid using air conditioning on the way up. • Know how to downshift and use engine braking on the way down. • Drink plenty of water before and during your visit. • Bring warm layers. The summit is usually about 30 degrees colder than in town and can be especially cold before sunrise. The Summit Visitor Center café and gift shop will be open for food and souvenirs. Don’t miss this extraordinary chance to welcome the day from the top of America’s Mountain. All access is weather permitting. 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 26, 2026
Harvest Hootenanny
Presented by Gather Mountain Blooms at Venetucci Farm at Venetucci Farm Colorado Springs, CO
Stroll the fields and cut your own blooms, sip on coffee and refreshing drinks, enjoy live music, browse a thoughtfully curated artisan market, and grab breakfast or snacks from local food trucks. We’ll also have the first pumpkins of the season available, making this a beautiful way to ease into fall and soak up the last moments of summer in 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.
Sep 26, 2026
Manitou Springs Heritage Brewfest
Presented by Manitou Springs Heritage Museum at Memorial Park, Manitou Springs Manitou Springs, CO
The Festival brings in local breweries for beer tastings and local bands for live music. It's guaranteed to be a great day of tastings, food, fun and friends. 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 26, 2026
5th Annual Farm & Art Market
Presented by Green Box at Green Box Farm Stand Green Mountain Falls, CO
A growing community favorite, Green Box’s Annual Farm & Art Market brings together farm-fresh provisions, culinary offerings, and fine art in the heart of Green Mountain Falls. Explore organic produce, baked goods, specialty foods, and more, beautifully curated by Karin Ellis alongside a selection of independent vendors. Auric Gallery curators Abigail Kreuser and Gundega Stevens present an exceptional collection of local and regional artwork available for purchase. 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.
