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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Wishing Star Farm Pumpkin Patch Fall Fest
Sep 26 - Oct 31
Sat, Sep 26 @ 9:00 am
Sun, Sep 27 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Oct 3 @ 9:00 am
Sun, Oct 4 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Oct 10 @ 9:00 am
Sun, Oct 11 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Oct 17 @ 9:00 am
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Forest Bathing
Sep 26 - Nov 28
Forest Bathing
Presented by Starsmore Discovery Center at Starsmore Discovery Center
Sep 26 - Nov 28
Sat, Sep 26 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Oct 31 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Nov 28 @ 9:00 am
Sun, Sep 27 @ 1:00 pm
Sun, Sep 27 @ 1:00 pm
Fri, Oct 2 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, Oct 2 @ 6:00 pm
Fri, Oct 2 @ 5:00 pm
BuffaloGrass Music Festival
Oct 02 - Oct 04
Fri, Oct 2 @ 4:00 pm
Sat, Oct 3 @ 8:00 am
Sun, Oct 4 @ 11:00 am
Friday Pumpkinfest
Oct 02 - Oct 30
Fri, Oct 2 @ 9:30 am
Fri, Oct 9 @ 9:30 am
Fri, Oct 16 @ 9:30 am
Fri, Oct 23 @ 9:30 am
Fri, Oct 30 @ 9:30 am
Sep 26, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Wishing Star Farm Pumpkin Patch Fall Fest
Presented by Wishing Star Farm at Wishing Star Farm Calhan, CO
Wishing Star Farm's Fall Fest Pumpkin Patch is an El Paso County favorite. We have hundreds of fresh pumpkins to choose from every day, so you can make sure to find your favorite. Most activities are included in the general admission price: petting zoo, jump pad, bounce houses, hayride, barrel train ride, swings, pallet maze, fire truck playground area, kids' houses, playgrounds, corn bin, hay pyramid, hay slide, sandboxes, horseshoes, cornhole, other yard games, and more. Other activities available for additional cost, include pony rides (kids under 65 lbs), horse rides (for all ages), helicopter rides (third party vendor), concessions, farm store, and certain rotating activities (e.g. Airsoft field, inflatable activity / obstacle course, etc.). Tickets can be purchased online in advance to get the best deals on family packs and other discounts, and to speed up the check-in process with waivers signed in advance. 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 - Nov 28, 2026
Forest Bathing
Presented by Starsmore Discovery Center at Starsmore Discovery Center Colorado Springs, CO
This free program is much more than a walk in the woods! It is about connecting with the natural world through sensory experiences. It is about being in nature rather than just moving through it. 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 27, 2026
Colorado College Women's Soccer vs. UC Davis
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! Stick around post-game for autographs with the Tigers! 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 27, 2026
Whooo's in the Park? The Owls of the Garden of the Gods
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Discover the hidden lives of owls in this family-friendly program. Find out what species you might see in the Garden of the Gods and how they live in the Park. Learn what makes owls some of the coolest birds around, and discover what they eat when you dissect a real owl pellet! All ages are welcome but children must be accompanied by an adult. Please note there are no live animals in this indoor 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 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.
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.
Oct 02, 2026
Dolly & The Dance Floor: A Tribute to Dolly Parton
Presented by Walk The Line Community at Gather Mountain Blooms Colorado Springs, CO
Brought to you by Gather Mountain Blooms & Walk the Line: Dolly & The Dance Floor - A Tribute to Dolly Parton Join us for a night of Country Swing & Line Dancing honoring Dolly! 30 minute Line Dancing Lesson at 6pm w/ Mia Gerrish Open Dance Floor from 6:30-9pm Be sure to wear your best Dolly inspired western glitz & glam! The bar will be open with drinks available for purchase. Ages 18+. Cover Charge: $20/person 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
Story Booth Grand Opening at the MAC
Presented by Creative Alliance Manitou Springs (CRANE) at Manitou Art Center Manitou Springs, CO
October will bring an exciting unveiling with the arrival of the Story Booth at the Manitou Art Center! This project has been all about capturing artists voices, memories and stories that make Manitou, well, Manitou. We’re excited to finally share the completed Story Booth with the community and celebrate all of the people who have contributed their stories along the way. Come see the booth, listen to a story, have a cookie, and see all the MAC has to offer! It's a wonderful way to celebrate arts month in 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.
Oct 02, 2026 - Oct 04, 2026
BuffaloGrass Music Festival
Presented by Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Colorado Springs, CO
BuffaloGrass is entering its third year in 2026! This year's headliners are Big Hooray, Stillhouse Junkies and The PickPockets, and the festival features 10+ more great local Bluegrass bands. With music, events and fun all weekend, this should be our best year yet! 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 - Oct 04, 2026
Couchella 2026
Presented by Concrete Couch at Concrete Coyote Community Park Colorado Springs, CO
Concrete Couchella 2026 is Concrete Couch’s annual music and arts fundraising festival, bringing our community together for an evening of creativity, music, celebration, and connection. Join us Friday, October 2, 2026, at Concrete Coyote Community Park in Colorado Springs for a family-friendly celebration featuring live bands, performances, art, activities, games, food, drinks, local vendors, poetry, contests, face painting, meet-and-greets, and more! The festival celebrates the artists, volunteers, partners, families, and community members who help make Concrete Couch’s work possible. Proceeds support Concrete Couch and our ongoing mission to build community through creative projects. Come enjoy the music, experience the art, meet your neighbors, and help us kick off Arts Month with an unforgettable night at the Coyote! 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 - Oct 30, 2026
Friday Pumpkinfest
Presented by Gather Mountain Blooms at Venetucci Farm at Venetucci Farm Colorado Springs, CO
Grab your sweaters and make Friday at the farm your new fall tradition! 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 03, 2026
Harvest Festival
Presented by Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site at Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site Colorado Springs, CO
The Ranch buzzes with activities and fun in the crisp autumn air! Does all this talk of harvest make you hungry? Kick back on the lawn with a slice of pie, steaming cup of cider, and food truck fare. Take time to tour the historic homes, visit the Blacksmith and purchase Ranch-made souvenirs at the General Store. 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.
