Pikes Peak Region Events

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Dates: Throughout the holiday season!

Location: Small businesses throughout the region

Forget the big-box stores. Find one-of-a-kind gifts from local shops and artisans – from handcrafted treasures to local flavors, we’ve curated a list of unique gifts from our attractions.

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.

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Arts & Crafts Fest

Jun 27, 2026

Arts & Crafts Fest

Presented by Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center at Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center Woodland Park, CO

Make your way to our outdoor plaza for our annual DRC Craft Fest! 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.

Front Range Maker’s Market

Jun 27, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026

Front Range Maker’s Market

Presented by Creative Crafters Showcase, LLC at Lewis Palmer High School Monument, CO

Our heart is to gather people for unique shopping experiences, and we believe shopping small pours back into our families & our communities! This year we celebrate 30 years of this market in Monument!

Colorado Springs Garden Tour

Jun 27, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026

Colorado Springs Garden Tour

Presented by Friends of Extension, El Paso County Inc. at Colorado Springs Country Club Colorado Springs, CO

The primary fundraising activity for FOX is its annual garden tour. Since the tour’s inception in 2011, this popular event has been in various Colorado Springs locations, including Village Seven, the West Side, the Old North End, Patty Jewett, the Broadmoor, Divine Redeemer and Shooks Run area, and north central Colorado Springs. The 2026 tour takes participants to the Colorado Springs Country Club and nearby neighborhoods. Tour attendees will observe artistic gardens, native plant selections, a raised bed veggie garden, and other examples for many different garden types. 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.

95th Annual Donkey Derby Days

Jun 27, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026

95th Annual Donkey Derby Days

Presented by Two Mile High Club at City of Cripple Creek, Bennett Ave Cripple Creek, CO

This year’s event is extra special as we also celebrate the 250th Birthday of the United States of America and Colorado’s 150th Statehood Anniversary! Friday, June 26 Festival Kickoff: Craft, art, and merchandise vendors. Mouthwatering food options and beer gardens. Kid Zone (presented by the City of Cripple Creek) with an expanded area full of inflatables and water adventures. Donkey Derby Days Concert Series kicks off Friday evening and keeps the energy rocking all weekend. Saturday, June 27 Grand Parade 11:00 am – Join the grand celebration of 95 years of Donkey Derby Days, while also honoring the 250th Birthday of the United States of America and Colorado’s 150th Statehood Anniversary. Donkey Races – Two days of exciting races featuring both amateur and professional participants. NEW! Professional Race – Test your limits on a scenic course through picturesque Cripple Creek. All weekend long. Live music. Family-friendly fun. Community celebration. Western charm and donkey-sized excitement. Important Information Accommodations: Book early! Hotels and vacation rentals fill up fast for this popular weekend. Why It Matters: Donkey Derby Days is the main fundraiser for the historic Cripple Creek Donkeys, a treasured part of our community since 1931. Your participation helps ensure their continued care and preservation. 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.

USA Pickleball Golden Ticket

Jun 27, 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.

2026 USA Weightlifting National Championships

Jun 27, 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.

Food Tour in Downtown Colorado Springs

Jun 27, 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.

'The Women of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb'

Jun 27, 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.

'Under the Colorado Moon'

Jun 27, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

'Under the Colorado Moon'

Presented by The City of Cripple Creek's the Butte Theater at The Butte Theater Cripple Creek, CO

Last seen on the Butte stage in 2021, “Under the Colorado Moon” tells the story of gentleman Brett Armstrong. In financial distress after a lost wager and falsely accused of forgery, Brett must fake his own death and flee for a new life in the rough and tumble mountain town of Cripple Creek, CO. He assumes a new identity and joins a team of hard rock miners who toil under the thumb of Roy Shatterly, a man as cruel as he is rich. All is well until Armstrong falls for a beautiful and spirited mule skinner who has also caught Shatterly’s eye. Now, Armstrong must either deny his love or risk his freedom...and quite possibly his life! RATED PG 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.

Crochet & Coffee

Jun 27, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026

Crochet & Coffee

Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO

Start your weekend and your morning at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center. Knit or crochet with a view! Meet fellow crafters at this informal gathering (not a structured class). Bring your own projects, and/or make an easy charity project. Jennifer Baldwin Heiny, Park Guide, and an experienced knitter and crocheter, will be on site to answer yarn or Garden of the Gods questions. While a free event, please register online as space is limited to 15 knitters and crocheters. 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.

Ice Cream Theatre

Jun 27, 2026 - Aug 02, 2026

Ice Cream Theatre

Presented by Millibo Art Theatre at Millibo Art Theatre Colorado Springs, CO

Join us this summer for 3 delicious shows in the oh so delicious Ice Cream Theatre series. Shows for family audiences feature the best in circus, puppetry, storytelling, and theatre for the whole family. AND… your ticket doesn’t just get you an amazing show, oh no, frozen treats are included too! After every show we head out into the garden and under the tent for delicious ice cream sundaes. It’s a chance to unwind, chat with your neighbors, meet the performers, and frolic in the lovely garden. These shows are sure to be the cherry on top of your family summer adventures! 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.

Summer Living History Program

Jun 27, 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.

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