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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Woodland Park Rock, Gem, and Jewelry Show
Aug 14 - Aug 16
Fri, Aug 14 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Aug 15 @ 9:00 am
Sun, Aug 16 @ 9:00 am
2026 Bear Creek Plein Air
Aug 14 - Aug 18
Fri, Aug 14 @ 6:00 am
Sat, Aug 15 @ 6:00 am
Sun, Aug 16 @ 6:00 am
Mon, Aug 17 @ 6:00 am
Tue, Aug 18 @ 6:00 am
'As You Like It'
Aug 14 - Aug 23
Fri, Aug 14 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Aug 15 @ 7:00 pm
Sun, Aug 16 @ 4:00 pm
Thu, Aug 20 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, Aug 21 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Aug 22 @ 7:00 pm
Sun, Aug 23 @ 4:00 pm
'Dames at Sea'
Aug 14 - Aug 23
Fri, Aug 14 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Aug 15 @ 1:00 pm
Sat, Aug 15 @ 7:00 pm
Sun, Aug 16 @ 1:00 pm
Thu, Aug 20 @ 1:00 pm
Fri, Aug 21 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Aug 22 @ 1:00 pm
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Fri, Aug 14 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Aug 15 @ 12:00 pm
Tue, Aug 18 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Aug 19 @ 12:00 pm
Thu, Aug 20 @ 12:00 pm
Fri, Aug 21 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Aug 22 @ 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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Manitou Market & Mineral Spring Tasting Tour
Aug 14 - Aug 31
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
Mon, Aug 24 @ 10:00 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
The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show
Aug 14 - Oct 17
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
Sun, Aug 23 @ 5:00 pm
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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 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.
Aug 14, 2026 - Aug 16, 2026
Woodland Park Rock, Gem, and Jewelry Show
Presented by Woodland Park Rock, Gem, and Jewelry Show at Ute Pass Saddle Club Grounds Woodland Park, CO
Come escape the heat and join the fun! 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 18, 2026
2026 Bear Creek Plein Air
Presented by Peak & Palette Events - Plein Air in the Shadow of Pikes Peak - at Bear Creek Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Artist will be painting any time of day within Bear Creek Nature Center property August 8-18. 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 23, 2026
'As You Like It'
Presented by Star Bar Players at Onaledge at Smokebrush Farm Manitou Springs, CO
Star Bar Presents: "Love's Labour's Lost" by William Shakespeare at Onaledge at Smokebrush Farm. Colorado Springs' oldest Theatre Company brings Shakespeare to the historic Onaledge property in Manitou Springs! Come enjoy a beloved classic in the warmth of a Colorado mountain evening. "As You Like It" is the delightful combination of wit and farce that is sure to be enjoyed by all. 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.
Aug 14, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
'Dames at Sea'
Presented by Green Glass Productions at The Butte Theater Cripple Creek, CO
The delightfully campy show revels in nostalgia for Hollywood musicals of the '30s. Sweet little Ruby from faraway Hometown, U.S.A. has come to the big city make her mark on Broadway. Who should she chance to meet but another boy from Hometown, U.S.A.: Dick, a sailor, who also has ambitions as a songwriter. Ruby begins in the chorus, and by the end of the day, in true Hollywood fashion, Dick saves her doomed Broadway show with a smash tune and Ruby becomes a star on the deck of a battleship, which just happens to be passing by. 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.
Aug 14, 2026 - Aug 28, 2026
August Exhibits: Jon Francis, Juan Morales, Dick Patrick and Rosario Weston
Presented by Auric Art Gallery at Auric Gallery Colorado Springs, CO
Auric Gallery is proud to present 4 solo exhibits featuring the works of Jon Francis, Juan Morales, Dick Patrick and Rosario Weston. Jon Francis "719Alleys and Oddities" Juan Morales "Bajo Construcción (Under Construction)" Dick Patrick "Fragments" Rosario Weston "All Together Now" 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 - 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 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 - 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.
