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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Royal Gorge Farmers Market
Aug 29 - Sep 19
Sat, Aug 29 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Sep 5 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Sep 12 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Sep 19 @ 9:00 am
Guided Art Walks
Aug 29 - Sep 26
Sat, Aug 29 @ 11:00 am
Sat, Sep 5 @ 11:00 am
Sat, Sep 12 @ 11:00 am
Sat, Sep 19 @ 11:00 am
Sat, Sep 26 @ 11:00 am
Colorado Farm and Art Market
Aug 29 - Oct 17
Sat, Aug 29 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Sep 5 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Sep 12 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Sep 19 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Sep 26 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Oct 3 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Oct 10 @ 10:00 am
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Forest Bathing
Aug 29 - Nov 28
Forest Bathing
Presented by Starsmore Discovery Center at Starsmore Discovery Center
Aug 29 - Nov 28
Sat, Aug 29 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Sep 26 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Oct 31 @ 9:00 am
Sat, Nov 28 @ 9:00 am
Sun, Aug 30 @ 11:00 am
Author Visit: Megan Kate Nelson
Presented by Pikes Peak Library District at PPLD: Library 21c
Sep 02
Wed, Sep 2 @ 6:00 pm
Thu, Sep 3 @ 5:00 pm
Fri, Sep 4 @ 5:00 pm
Aug 29, 2026 - Aug 30, 2026
'As You Like It'
Presented by Star Bar Players at Creekside Event Center at Elephant Rock Palmer Lake, 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 Creekside Event Center at Elephant Rock in Palmer Lake! 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 29, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
Olympic City USA Food Tour & Museum Experience
Presented by Rocky Mountain Food Tours at Downtown Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO
Experience Olympic City USA in a whole new way with this immersive food and culture tour in downtown Colorado Springs. In partnership with the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, you’ll journey through iconic host cities with globally inspired tastings—from Italian pizza and Seoul-style dumplings to Mexican street tacos and London’s sticky toffee pudding. Enjoy your choice of margarita or refreshing agua fresca along the way. After your guided food tour, return to the museum for self-paced exploration of its inspiring, interactive exhibits. This experience totals four hours and blends international flavors, history, and unforgettable storytelling. What's Included: Lunch featuring four globally inspired food tastings representing host cities. Margarita or non-alcoholic agua fresca. Guided food tour led by a knowledgeable local expert. General admission to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum. Self-guided time to explore interactive Olympic and Paralympic exhibits. 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 29, 2026 - Sep 19, 2026
Royal Gorge Farmers Market
Presented by Royal Gorge Chamber Alliance Foundation at Gateway Depot & Plaza Canon City, CO
Now in its second year, this growing market has quickly become a beloved local tradition, offering fresh produce, handmade goods, and a welcoming gathering space for residents and visitors alike. The market is a program of the Royal Gorge Chamber Alliance Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, produced in collaboration with the Fremont Economic Development Corporation (FEDC) and its AgStart program, working together to support local agriculture and small business development. As a “rooted in community” initiative, the market is dedicated to strengthening connections between growers and consumers while fostering a lively and inclusive atmosphere. The Royal Gorge Farmers Market is also a proud member of the Colorado Farmers Market Association and Colorado Proud. Proceeds from the event directly benefit the Royal Gorge Chamber Alliance Foundation and FEDC AgStart programs, further investing in the region’s economic vitality and agricultural future. 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 29, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026
Guided Art Walks
Presented by Green Box at Green Box Farm Stand Green Mountain Falls, CO
With over a dozen installations on display at Green Box this summer, join us for a 90-minute walkabout through town and learn about the artists and artwork located throughout Green Mountain Falls, including two works that are only accessible during these guided tours. With a range of topography, come prepared with hiking shoes and a bottle of water. Hikes are guided by Air Force Academy Associate Professor of English and Fine Arts, Dr. José Antonio Arellano. 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 29, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
Colorado Farm and Art Market
Presented by Colorado Farm and Art Market at The Margarita at Pine Creek Colorado Springs, CO
Enjoy live local music, brunch options, an espresso bar, and a full drink bar on the Margarita’s beautiful patio. Meanwhile, our market comes to life just behind the restaurant, featuring: local growers, ranchers, and farmers with fresh produce, meats, and more. Artisanal food vendors offering sweet treats, pickled veggies, jams, and baked goods. A wide variety of hand-crafted art, jewelry, and other one-of-a-kind items. 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 29, 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.
Aug 30, 2026
Eco-Eaters: Learn to Hunt like a Scavenger
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Do you have what it takes to live the life of a Scavanger? Join Garden of the Gods Staff for a program that will explain the importance of scavengers, what kinds of scavengers live in the park and how to think like one. Presentation will end with a scavenger game that you can complete as you explore the park. All ages are welcome! 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.
Sep 02, 2026
Author Visit: Megan Kate Nelson
Presented by Pikes Peak Library District at PPLD: Library 21c Colorado Springs, CO
Join Pikes Peak Library District as we welcome author and historian Megan Kate Nelson to discuss her new book The Westerners: Mythmaking and Belonging on the American Frontier. After the discussion, Nelson will answer audience questions and sign books. Copies of her book will be sold by Poor Richard's Books & Gifts during the event. This is being offered in junction with All Pikes Peak Reads (APPR), and to commemorate the Colorado 150 and US 250 anniversaries. About the author: Megan Kate Nelson is a historian, cocktail enthusiast, Pulitzer Prize finalist, and the author of five books. Her newest book, The Westerners: Mythmaking and Belonging on the American Frontier tells two richly detailed and interwoven stories. The first reveals the captivating lives of women and men moving through the American West — Indigenous peoples, Black Americans, Mexican Americans, and Canadian and Asian immigrants—in the nineteenth century. The second tracks the attempts of many Americans to remove these westerners from history, through a frontier myth that lionized individualism and conquest and celebrated white settlers traveling west in search of prosperity. The Westerners is one of LitHub’s Most Anticipated Books of 2026! 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 02, 2026 - Sep 23, 2026
Big Band in the Park
Presented by Dizzy Charlie's Music & Events at Bancroft Park in Old Colorado City Colorado Springs, CO
Bring a picnic, some lawn chairs and enjoy the show! Rain delays posted on Facebook. 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 03, 2026
Dot Days Community Festival - Seeds of a Planetary Future
Presented by Heller Center for Arts and Humanities at UCCS at Ent Center for the Arts Colorado Springs, CO
Join us for Seeds of a Planetary Future with Dornith Doherty. 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 04, 2026
Dot Days Community Festival - Speaking of Nature
Presented by Heller Center for Arts and Humanities at UCCS at UCCS Downtown Colorado Springs, CO
Dot Days Community Festival - Speaking of Nature with UCCS researchers. 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 04, 2026
Colorado College Women's Volleyball vs. Calvin University
Presented by Colorado College at Reid Arena Colorado Springs, CO
Get ready for an exciting evening of college volleyball at Reid Arena located inside the El Pomar Sports Center on the campus of Colorado College! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to pack the stands and cheer on the Tigers as they defend their home court! For more information visit, CCTigers.com. 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.
