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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Manitou Market & Mineral Spring Tasting Tour
Aug 13 - Aug 31
Thu, Aug 13 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Aug 14 @ 10:00 am
Mon, Aug 17 @ 10:00 am
Tue, Aug 18 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Aug 19 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Aug 20 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Aug 21 @ 10:00 am
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Downtown Acacia Park Summer Concert Series
Aug 13 - Sep 24
Thu, Aug 13 @ 6:00 pm
Thu, Aug 20 @ 6:00 pm
Thu, Aug 27 @ 6:00 pm
Thu, Sep 3 @ 6:00 pm
Thu, Sep 10 @ 6:00 pm
Thu, Sep 17 @ 6:00 pm
Thu, Sep 24 @ 6:00 pm
The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show
Aug 13 - Oct 17
Thu, Aug 13 @ 5:00 pm
Fri, Aug 14 @ 5:00 pm
Sat, Aug 15 @ 5:00 pm
Sun, Aug 16 @ 5:00 pm
Thu, Aug 20 @ 5:00 pm
Fri, Aug 21 @ 5:00 pm
Sat, Aug 22 @ 5:00 pm
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Haunted Manitou Historic Downtown Ghost Tour
Aug 13 - Oct 31
Thu, Aug 13 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Aug 13 @ 9:00 pm
Fri, Aug 14 @ 7:30 pm
Fri, Aug 14 @ 9:00 pm
Sat, Aug 15 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Aug 15 @ 9:00 pm
Sun, Aug 16 @ 7:30 pm
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'The Wall' — A Montage of First Amendment Rights
Aug 13 - Dec 31
Thu, Aug 13 @ 12:00 pm
Fri, Aug 14 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Aug 15 @ 12:00 pm
Sun, Aug 16 @ 12:00 pm
Mon, Aug 17 @ 12:00 pm
Tue, Aug 18 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Aug 19 @ 12:00 pm
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'Astrobungo'
Aug 14 - Aug 30
Fri, Aug 14 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Aug 15 @ 11:00 am
Sun, Aug 16 @ 12:00 pm
Fri, Aug 21 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Aug 22 @ 11:00 am
Sun, Aug 23 @ 12:00 pm
Fri, Aug 28 @ 12:00 pm
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Weenies & 'Tinis 2026
Aug 14 - Aug 30
Fri, Aug 14 @ 12:00 am
Sat, Aug 15 @ 12:00 am
Sun, Aug 16 @ 12:00 am
Mon, Aug 17 @ 12:00 am
Tue, Aug 18 @ 12:00 am
Wed, Aug 19 @ 12:00 am
Thu, Aug 20 @ 12:00 am
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You-Pick Fridays
Aug 14 - Sep 25
Fri, Aug 14 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Aug 21 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Aug 28 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Sep 4 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Sep 11 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Sep 18 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Sep 25 @ 8:00 am
Junktique Off-Main
Aug 14 - Dec 12
Fri, Aug 14 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Aug 15 @ 9:00 am
Fri, Sep 11 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Sep 12 @ 9:00 am
Fri, Oct 9 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Oct 10 @ 9:00 am
Fri, Nov 13 @ 9:00 am
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Aug 13, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
Manitou Market & Mineral Spring Tasting Tour
Presented by Rocky Mountain Food Tours at Downtown Manitou Springs Manitou Springs, CO
Stroll through charming Manitou Springs as you sip and savor your way through five culinary tastings and three ancient mineral springs. This relaxed morning experience blends local flavors with the town’s rich history, from artisanal bites to refreshing spring water. Perfect for a laid-back start to your day, this tour offers a glimpse into the artistic culture and unique character that make Manitou a must-visit town at the base of Pikes Peak. You will receive exclusive discounts should a souvenir tempt you along the way! This is a tasting tour and may not offer enough food for a meal replacement. However, our guides (aka “Taste Buds”) will be happy to point you toward a delicious lunch following your experience. What's Included: Five curated tastings featuring local bites and specialty items Guided visit to sample Manitou Springs’ famous natural mineral waters Engaging local history and storytelling from an expert guide Relaxed, small-group walking experience through Manitou Springs Insider recommendations for shopping, dining, and exploring Corporate or Group Event - This tour makes a great corporate or group event! Explore More - Rocky Mountain Food Tours offers more food and drink experiences in downtown Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs! Check out more at www.rockymountainfoodtours.com. 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 13, 2026 - Sep 24, 2026
Downtown Acacia Park Summer Concert Series
Presented by Dizzy Charlie's Music & Events at Acacia Park Colorado Springs, CO
Grab a picnic from your favorite local downtown restaurant and don’t forget your lawn chair or blanket. Rotating local bands each week, 6-8 pm. June 4 Chronic Funk Disorder June 11 719 Band June 18 Funkology June 25 Rafiel and the Roomshakers July 2 Soapdish July 9 Deborah Stafford and The Night Stalkers July 16 Dizzy w a Dame July 23 Tasty House July 30 Shakin Like Sammy August 6 Jacob Larson Band August 13 Delta Sonics August 20 Reid Poole & the Night Owls August 27 Collective Groove Sept 3 Blue Delta- Air Force Sept 10 Good For Nothin Band Sept 17 Falconaires Sept 24 Val Chilmer 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 13, 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.
Aug 13, 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.
Aug 13, 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.
Aug 14, 2026
Alpaca Fest
Presented by Alpaca Health at The Meanwhile Block Colorado Springs, CO
Welcome to Alpaca Fest! We're bringing four alpacas to Colorado Springs, and we'd love for you to come meet them. This is a free, drop-in afternoon for the ABA community here — BCBAs, RBTs, the families you work with, and everyone's kids and siblings. No agenda, no programming, nothing to sign up for. Just an afternoon to be together outside of a clinic or a session, in a space built to be easy for everyone in it. Come when it suits you, stay as long as it's working, head out when it isn't. What's happening: Four alpacas with their handler, in small unhurried groups — feed them, brush them, help prep their treats, or watch from wherever feels comfortable Build-your-own soft serve, everything labeled LEGO building, giant board games, and a sensory table Customize a plush alpaca to take home A few things we've thought about: no loud music, no PA announcements, no balloons. A few days before, we'll send photos of the space, the alpacas, and their handler so kids can see what's coming. Come say hi. 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 14, 2026 - Aug 30, 2026
'Astrobungo'
Presented by Shutter & Strum at Disruptor Gallery @ Shutter&Strum Colorado Springs, CO
Ianchovies and Death Grudge proudly present Astrobungo! A cosmic explosion of paint, light and whimsy! Come and lose yourself in layers upon layers of wood, behold the wonders of 3 eyed cats, and explore the secrets of the Yucky Yucky Dungeons! Astrobungo will transport you to new dimensions of art! 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 14, 2026 - Aug 30, 2026
Weenies & 'Tinis 2026
Presented by Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs at Downtown Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO
Weenies & 'Tinis returns August 14–30! Use the free, mobile passport to visit 10 Downtown restaurants serving up creative hot dog and martini pairings you won't even come close to finding anywhere else. 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 14, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026
You-Pick Fridays
Presented by Gather Mountain Blooms at Venetucci Farm at Venetucci Farm Colorado Springs, CO
Our Friday You-Pick Flowers at our farm in Colorado Springs was created around one simple idea: spending a sunny summer morning exactly how we’d want to—surrounded by flowers and good company. Picture this: sipping coffee, strolling the fields, and cutting a beautiful bouquet to take home. It’s slow, joyful, and just about perfect. Farm Hours: The farm is open from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. With your ticket, you’re welcome to arrive anytime during those hours. General Admission — $5 Each guest entering the farm for you-pick will pay a flat $5 admission fee. Flowers are purchased separately and purchased at the farm. Your admission includes access to: The you-pick flower field Our on-site gift shop Picnic tables and seating Concessions Wander the garden and fill your cup with 20 flower stems. The biodegradable cup is yours to keep, making it easy to transport your flowers home or share them with a friend. We provide the cup, water, and snips for cutting. 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 14, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026
Junktique Off-Main
Presented by The Industrial at Junktique Off-Main Florence, CO
Junktique Off-Main A bigger vision. A new monthly experience. Junktique Off-Main — a new monthly event located on private property just off downtown Florence. Designed to give both shoppers and vendors more room, more convenience, and more opportunity, Off-Main expands the Junktique experience beyond Main Street while keeping the same spirit of discovery that people love. This new location creates space for growth and flexibility, with room for vendors who want to participate monthly and room for customers to enjoy an easy, comfortable shopping experience. Visitors can expect: A monthly market experience. Easy access just off downtown Florence. Free parking (off street, in the front of the property.) $2 parking (off-street, next to the event gate). VIP ($5) (on concrete, inside the event gates.) Free handicapped parking (must have license plate or hanging tag, on concrete, inside the event gates.) For vendors, Junktique Off-Main offers flexible ways to be part of the event, including full-time vendor spaces and per-event rentals. Full-time vendor spaces are an especially attractive option for sellers who want to simplify setup and reduce the constant work of moving inventory. Instead of hauling merchandise back and forth for each event, vendors can store their inventory on site and simply open their doors each month. Less hauling. Less hassle. More selling. Junktique Off-Main is built for growth, convenience, and a new kind of market experience in Florence — one that gives vendors more flexibility and gives shoppers more reasons to come back again and again. This calendar listing…
Aug 15, 2026
The Peak Big Band
Presented by A Music Company Inc. at Gold Hill Mesa Community Center Colorado Springs, CO
Under the direction of Dan Bell, The 18 piece Peak Big Band blends classic swing with modern jazz energy inspired by Gordon Goodwin. With dynamic charts, tight grooves, and powerhouse performances, The Peak Big Band keep big band music alive and thriving in Colorado! 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.
Aug 15, 2026
Pasta in the Park
Presented by TESSA at Myron Stratton Home Colorado Springs, CO
Join TESSA for Pasta in the Park 2026 on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the Myron Stratton Home Grounds for an evening of great food, community, and purpose. Guests will enjoy a friendly pasta tasting competition featuring local teams, beverages, live entertainment, silent and live auctions, and opportunities to connect with others who believe every survivor deserves safety and support. This year's theme, Shelter from the Storm, reflects TESSA's commitment to helping individuals and families find safety, stability, and a path forward after experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking. Proceeds from the event directly support TESSA's advocacy, emergency shelter, counseling, housing assistance, legal services, and prevention education programs serving the Pikes Peak region. Whether you're coming for the food, the fun, or the opportunity to make a difference, Pasta in the Park is a meaningful way to invest in a stronger, safer community. 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.
